The Bosphorus at sunset, and the yacht is yours alone. You cast off as the light turns gold, watch the skyline of two continents catch fire, and drift into the blue hour with the city lighting up around you.
Timing is everything. We cast off so you are mid-strait as the sun drops behind the old city — minarets and domes in silhouette, the water molten gold, the bridges beginning to glow. As the light fades, Istanbul switches on: Ortaköy mosque lit under the bridge, the palaces floodlit, ferries strung with lights crossing the current.
Because you have the whole boat, there is no rush and no crowd between you and the view. Bring a bottle for the toast, ask for a playlist, or keep it quiet — the deck is yours. It is the same cruise couples choose for a proposal, and groups choose to end a day in Istanbul.
Couples, friends and anyone who wants Istanbul's most famous view, privately.
Departure is set to the sunset time for your date, so you are on the water for golden hour — usually 45–60 minutes before sundown. We confirm the exact time with your booking.
It is one of the most popular choices — the private deck and golden light make it ideal. See our marriage proposal page for the full set-up.
Two hours as standard, which covers sunset and the start of the blue hour. Longer charters are available on request.
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