Private Sunset Yacht on the Bosphorus, Istanbul
If you want the sunset hour to belong only to your group — no shared deck, no fixed seating — this is the private option. You charter the whole yacht, set the mood, and we handle the captain, the route and the timing so you sail straight into golden hour.
Private sunset from
EUR 220
Whole-boat charter for the golden-hour window. The Premium yacht and Group 40 vessels add a larger yacht and a more spacious deck.
When this page is the right fit
You want the whole boat
This is for groups who prefer a private deck over a shared sailing — your own captain, your own pace, your own playlist.
Golden hour is the priority
We time departure to the season's sunset so the strait, the bridges and the European hillside are lit at their best.
You may add proposal or photo touches
Couples and celebrations can layer on a photographer, wine, or styling — quoted per request rather than bundled by default.
Current packages and pricing
Boutique Yacht · 12 Guests
Compact boutique-class private yacht for up to 12 guests, timed to golden hour
- ✓2-hour private Bosphorus charter (whole yacht)
- ✓Capacity 10–12 guests
- ✓Tea, coffee & water
- ✓Licensed captain and crew
Premium Yacht · 15 Guests
Roomier private yacht with a wider top deck for up to 15 guests at sunset
- ✓2-hour private Bosphorus charter (whole yacht)
- ✓Capacity up to 15 guests
- ✓Tea, coffee & water
- ✓Licensed captain and crew
Comparing across cruise types? See all Bosphorus cruise prices →
Frequently asked questions
What does the private sunset yacht cost in Istanbul?▼
The Boutique yacht is €220 for the whole boat for two hours (up to 12 guests); the Premium yacht is €320 for a larger vessel (up to 15 guests); Group 40 yachts run from €380 for a more spacious deck. Pricing is per boat, not per person.
How many people fit on the private sunset yacht?▼
The Boutique and Premium yachts cover small private groups comfortably. For larger headcounts we move you onto a bigger vessel from the same fleet — share your group size and we confirm the right boat.
Where does the private sunset yacht depart from?▼
Most private sunset charters board on the European side near Kurucesme; the exact pier pin is confirmed in writing by WhatsApp once your date is booked.
Can we add a photographer or proposal styling?▼
Yes. A photographer, violinist, wine, and proposal styling are all available as add-ons quoted per request, so the base charter stays clean and you only pay for the extras you want.
Why book with GoldenSunsetTour
- ✓GoldenSunsetTour has run Bosphorus sailings since 2001 under TURSAB A Group licensing.
- ✓Every reservation is confirmed in writing before boarding — no vague pier assumptions.
- ✓Prices on this page are the live published rates pulled straight from our booking data.
- ✓Tens of thousands of guests have sailed the Bosphorus with our crew over two decades.
Make the sunset hour yours alone
Tell us your date and group size and we will confirm the right yacht, the boarding pier, and a sunset departure that catches the best light.