Beylerbeyi Palace Istanbul Boat Tour Experience

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Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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Language
English, Arabic
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Sail from Balat to the iconic Beylerbeyi Palace on a 3.5-hour tour. Enjoy authentic Turkish meals, cultural shows, and flexible package options. Optional hotel pickup available.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Unlike generic cruises, our tour departs from the authentic Balat pier and offers a 3.5-hour experience with Turkish cuisine, live cultural shows, flexible packages, and optional hotel pickup – all designed to match your style and budget.

What You Get

Cruise on the Bosphorus (3.5 hours)
Live entertainment shows (Whirling Dervish, Belly Dance, Folk Dances)
Multilingual staff on board
Tips and gratuities
Personal expenses
Alcohol and Transfer Option

Good To Know

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

Ortakoy (Pass By)

You'll pass by the beautiful Ortaköy Mosque, a famous waterfront landmark with its baroque architecture and scenic backdrop beneath the Bosphorus Bridge.

Bosphorus Bridge (Pass By)

Witness the dazzling lights of the Bosphorus Bridge, one of Istanbul’s most iconic structures connecting Europe and Asia.

Dolmabahce Palace (Pass By)

Cruise past the grand Dolmabahçe Palace, once the residence of Ottoman sultans, now a glowing marvel of neo-baroque design along the European shoreline.

Galata Tower (Pass By)

Enjoy views of the historic Galata Tower from the Bosphorus as it rises above the skyline of Istanbul’s European side.

Rumeli Fortress (Pass By)

Glide past the 15th-century Rumeli Fortress, built by Sultan Mehmed II before his conquest of Constantinople.

TopkapI Palace (Pass By)

View the historic Topkapi Palace from the sea, once the imperial residence of Ottoman sultans and a symbol of Istanbul’s heritage.

Beylerbeyi Palace (Pass By)

See the elegant Beylerbeyi Palace on the Asian shoreline, a summer residence of Ottoman royalty built in the 19th century.

Meeting & Pickup

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Pickup is available from centrally located hotels in Sultanahmet, Taksim, Fatih, and Beyoğlu. Please wait in the lobby 5 minutes before the pickup time. Our team will contact you via WhatsApp on the day of the tour to confirm details.
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Meeting Point

Abdülezelpaşa Cd. No:109, Abdülezelpaşa Caddesi, Fatih İstanbul, Türkiye, TR, 34083

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Meeting point is at Balat Pier, near the small mosque and public parking lot. Look for our representative with a sign saying “Dinner Cruise.” Please arrive by 8:00 PM.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
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