A yacht for as long as you need
Hourly yacht rental is ideal for a short Bosphorus cruise without a formal event, taking your guests out on the water, or a photo shoot. For a longer day, choose a half-day or 6–8 hour full-day charter; in summer, you can plan a route toward the Princes' Islands or the Black Sea with swim stops along the way.
All charters are captained: our professional captain and crew operate the yacht, so you need no license or boating experience.
Swim stops on full-day charters
On summer full-day charters, we head to the north of the Bosphorus, to the turquoise coves beneath the Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge, for a swim stop.
Charter options
| Option | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Hourly yacht rental | By the hour | Get a quote |
| Private Bosphorus tour | 2–3 hours | Get a quote |
| Half-day charter | 3–4 hours | Get a quote |
| Full-day charter | 6–8 hours | Get a quote |
You can find everything that affects the price on our yacht charter prices page.
Included with every charter
- A yacht reserved just for youA small, medium or 24 m VIP yacht to suit your group, no other guests on board
- Captain and crewA professional captain and service crew on every cruise
- Complimentary drinksSoft drinks, tea and coffee
- 2-hour cruisePackage prices cover 2 hours; longer cruises are available
- Your own routeA Bosphorus route along the European and Asian shores, tailored to your plans
- Fuel and marina feesNo surprise extras on your quote
Book in 4 easy steps
- Message usSend your date, time, guest count and occasion on WhatsApp.
- Get your quoteWe choose the menu, decor and extras together, then send you a written quote.
- ReserveA 30% deposit of the total confirms your date.
- EnjoyWe welcome you at the pier; our captain and crew take care of the rest.
What to check when renting a yacht
Make sure your written quote states whether the yacht is truly reserved for you alone, whether the captain and crew are included in the price, where the departure pier is and what the cancellation terms are. For all the details, read our Istanbul yacht charter guide.
Hourly yacht rental prices
Prices for an hourly yacht rental start at €480 for a 2-hour private cruise. The total depends on the yacht package that fits your group and the extras you add.
| Package | Yacht and capacity | 2 hours |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Small yacht, 12–15 guests | €480 |
| Premium | Medium yacht, 25–35 guests | €680 |
| VIP | Large, new and luxurious yacht, 45–65 guests | €980 |
Popular add-ons for this occasion:
| Add-on | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dinner menu | Meat, chicken or fish menu; 5 traditional Turkish mezes; soft drinks included | €48 per person |
| Unlimited local alcohol package | Wine, beer, gin, vodka | €48 per person |
| Limited local alcohol package | 2 glasses of local alcoholic drinks per person | €24 per person |
| Private chef on board | €240 |
Prices are in euros; payment in TRY or USD is also possible. For cruises longer than 2 hours, ask us for the extra-time rate. See every package and add-on on our yacht charter prices page.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum rental time?
It varies by date and time, but charters usually start from 2 hours.
Can I rent the yacht without a captain?
No, all our charters are captained; the yacht is operated by our professional captain.
Is there a swim stop on full-day charters?
In the summer months, a route with swim stops can be planned when weather and sea conditions allow.
How much does an hourly yacht rental cost?
A 2-hour private yacht cruise costs €480 with the Essential package (12–15 guests), €680 with Premium (25–35 guests) and €980 with VIP (45–65 guests). Add-ons such as dinner (€48 per person), decoration (€75) or a cake (€50) are extra.
How far in advance should I book?
For weekday cruises, a few days may be enough. For weekends from May to September, sunset hours and special occasions, we recommend booking 2–3 weeks in advance.
What happens if the weather is bad?
If the captain judges the weather and sea conditions to be unsafe, or an official warning is issued, the cruise is postponed to a new date or the amount paid is fully refunded.
How do payment and booking work?
Your booking is confirmed once a 30% deposit of the total price is paid. The balance is paid before the cruise begins, in cash, by credit card or by bank transfer. If you cancel more than 7 days before departure, the deposit is fully refunded.
Where does the yacht depart from?
Our departure pier is in Bebek. Pick-up and drop-off at a different pier can be arranged together with you, depending on your plan.
