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Water Adventure

Swimming Tour on a Luxury Yacht

Spend a full day cruising Istanbul's quiet bays on a private luxury yacht, with several swimming stops, a visit to the Princes' Islands, and a professional crew handling everything. A proper escape from the city for families, friends, and groups.

What you'll experience

You'll board your private luxury yacht at Karaköy docks and head out of the city toward Istanbul's quiet bays. Spend the day swimming in calm, clear water, relaxing on deck, and taking in the coastline. Midway through, you stop at the historic Princes' Islands for a lunch break, where you can explore the island, eat at a local restaurant, or just enjoy the sea air. After lunch the cruise carries on with more swimming and time on deck before heading back to the city. The professional crew is on hand throughout so the day runs smoothly.

Included
  • 8-Hour Private Yacht Rental
  • Expert Yacht Crew
  • Tea & Coffee
  • Water & Soda
Not included
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Food Expenses

Frequently asked questions

Where does the yacht tour start and how long does it last?

You board your private yacht at the Karaköy docks. The tour runs for 8 hours, giving you a full day on the water.

How much does the tour cost?

The price starts from $1000 per person. Because this is a private tour, the cost scales with your group size.

What do we do during the day?

You cruise toward Istanbul's quiet bays with multiple swimming stops in calm waters, plus time to relax on deck. Midway through, you stop at the Princes' Islands for a lunch break before more swimming on the way back.

Is food and drink included?

Tea, coffee, water, and soda are included. Alcoholic beverages and food expenses are not included, so you cover your own meal during the lunch stop at the Princes' Islands.

What happens during the lunch stop at the Princes' Islands?

You can explore the island, dine at a local restaurant, or stay near the water and enjoy the sea air. Food is at your own expense, so you choose where and what to eat.

Can I cancel if my plans change?

Yes. Cancellation is free up to 3 days before the tour.