Private Sunset Cruise on the Bosphorus, Istanbul
Some sunsets are worth keeping to yourselves. This is the private charter — the whole yacht is yours, the crew handles the sail, and you watch golden hour fall over the Bosphorus without sharing a deck with anyone.
Private sunset from
EUR 220
Whole-yacht charter for the golden-hour window. Larger vessels and add-ons such as snacks and a food plate are arranged on request.
Who this page is for
Privacy is the point
No shared seating, no fixed manifest — the yacht belongs to your party for the sail, with your own captain and pace.
You are chasing the light
We set departure against the season's sunset so the bridges and the waterline glow at their peak as you sail.
Celebrations welcome
Proposals, anniversaries and small parties can add a photographer, a violinist, or wine — each quoted on its own.
Packages and what they cost
Boutique Yacht · 12 Guests
Boutique-class yacht for up to 12 guests on a 2-hour private Bosphorus sailing
- ✓2-hour private Bosphorus sailing (whole yacht)
- ✓Capacity up to 12 guests
- ✓Licensed captain and crew
- ✓Soft drinks, water, and light snack tray
Premium Yacht · 15 Guests
Premium yacht with a wider top deck and refined lounge for up to 15 guests
- ✓2-hour private Bosphorus sailing (whole yacht)
- ✓Capacity up to 15 guests
- ✓Licensed captain and crew
- ✓Soft drinks, water, and light snack tray
Group Yacht · 40 Guests · Standard
Group-class yacht for up to 40 guests at the Standard rate
- ✓2-hour private Bosphorus sailing (whole yacht)
- ✓Capacity up to 40 guests
- ✓Licensed captain and crew
- ✓Soft drinks, water, and light snack tray
Group Yacht · 40 Guests · Signature
Same 40-guest group yacht at the Signature rate
- ✓2-hour private Bosphorus sailing (whole yacht)
- ✓Capacity 15–40 guests
- ✓Licensed captain and crew
- ✓Soft drinks, water, and light snack tray
Want the full price list? See every Bosphorus cruise price →
Questions guests ask before booking
What does a private sunset cruise cost in Istanbul?▼
The Boutique yacht is €220 for the whole yacht for two hours (up to 12 guests); the Premium yacht is €320 with a larger deck and snacks (up to 15 guests). Group yachts run €380 (Standard) to €500 (Signature); the 90-guest event yacht and 150-guest mega yacht are by quote. Every yacht is priced per boat, not per head, with 10% off from three hours.
Is the sunset cruise private to my group?▼
Yes. This is a whole-yacht charter — only your group is aboard. If you would rather join a shared small-group sailing at a lower per-person price, see the standard sunset cruise instead.
Where does the private sunset yacht board?▼
Private sunset charters board on the European side; the precise pier and meeting time are sent by WhatsApp once your date is locked in.
Can we add a proposal setup or photographer?▼
Yes — a photographer, violinist and proposal touches are all available as add-ons quoted separately, so the base charter stays simple and you choose only what you want.
Why guests choose MerrySails
- ✓MerrySails has welcomed more than 50,000 guests onto the Bosphorus since 2001.
- ✓We hold a TURSAB A Group licence and confirm every booking in writing before you sail.
- ✓The prices shown here are live published rates pulled directly from our booking system.
- ✓Boarding details for your specific date arrive by WhatsApp — never a vague pier guess.
Keep golden hour to your group alone
Send us your date and headcount; we will match the yacht, set a sunset departure, and confirm the boarding pier in writing.