Private Yacht Cruise on the Bosphorus: Live Price, What It Includes, and How to Book
The private yacht cruise is Seen's most requested program in Istanbul: a VIP yacht for you alone on the Bosphorus strait, priced for the whole cruise, not per person, with Turkish tea hospitality, mineral water and full decoration customised for your occasion (engagement, birthday, honeymoon, family trip). The price shown on this page is read from the Seen catalog when you open it. For those who prefer a cheaper group experience, we also show the luxury Bosphorus night cruise and the Arabic night cruise priced per person.
The cruise and the alternatives
- Cruise
Private yacht on the Bosphorus (VIP)
A private yacht for you alone sailing the Bosphorus between the European and Asian sides with views of the palaces, bridges and castles. Up to 12 guests, with Turkish tea hospitality and mineral water, and full decoration customised to the occasion on request. Duration, timing and departure point are stated on the program page.
- Private Yacht Cruise220 USD per cruiseDetails and booking
- Add-on
Secrets of the northern Bosphorus by car (full day)
For a full day around the Bosphorus by private car before or after the yacht: Sarıyer, Yoros Castle and the fish restaurants on the shore.
- Northern Bosphorus Secrets Tour (Nature and Serenity)150 USD per cruiseDetails and booking
- Group option
Luxury Bosphorus night cruise
A group evening cruise on a luxury boat with dinner and shows, priced per person.
- Bosphorus Night Cruise (Luxury)50 USD per personDetails and booking
A group trip priced per person, not part of the private yacht price.
- Group option
Arabic Bosphorus night
The most popular group night among families: dinner, shows and an Arabic atmosphere on the Bosphorus, priced per person.
- Arabic Bosphorus Evening20 USD per personDetails and booking
A group trip priced per person.
Private yacht and add-on price (live from the catalog)
370 USD
= 370 USD (per cruise)
+ Bosphorus Night Cruise (Luxury): 50 USD per person · Arabic Bosphorus Evening: 20 USD per person
The total above adds only the private yacht and the optional car day (per group/car). The group night cruises are alternatives priced per person and are not part of the total. What each product includes is stated on its page.
What to know before booking
- The private yacht price is for the whole cruise (up to 12 guests) and is read from the Seen catalog when the page opens.
- Decoration for the occasion is requested at booking; mention the occasion (engagement, birthday, honeymoon) in your message.
- Duration, timing and the departure marina are stated on the program page; ask for the sunset slot early, it is the most requested.
- Pay on arrival is available, and cancellation is free up to 24 hours before.
- A hotel-to-marina pickup can be added as a transfer service.
Why the yacht with Seen Travels
- Our best-selling program in Istanbul, with a 4.8 out of 5 rating from more than 150 Google Maps reviews.
- A Turkish agency licensed under TÜRSAB No. 11824 with an office in Fatih; a written confirmation for every booking.
- A published price for the whole cruise with no hidden fees, and customer service in 8 languages, 24/7.
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Frequently asked questions about the private yacht cruise
How much does it cost to rent a private yacht on the Bosphorus?
The price shown on the page is for the whole private yacht cruise (up to 12 guests), read from the Seen catalog when the page opens, not per person.
How many people does the yacht take?
Up to 12 guests.
Does the cruise include food?
It includes Turkish tea hospitality and mineral water; any meals or other extras are stated on the program page or arranged on request.
Can the yacht be decorated for an engagement or a birthday?
Yes, full decoration customised to the occasion is one of the cruise's features and is requested at booking.
What is the difference between the private yacht and the Bosphorus night cruise?
The private yacht is for you alone and priced for the whole cruise; the group nights are on a shared boat with dinner and shows, priced per person.
Tell us the date, the occasion and the number of guests and we confirm the yacht with a written price.
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