Turkish breakfast on the Bosphorus
In Istanbul, breakfast is a feast, and there is no better place for it than the Bosphorus in the morning. The water is calm, the light is soft, and the city is just waking up as you sail past Dolmabahçe Palace and Ortaköy. On a private breakfast cruise the table is laid on your own yacht, and the morning is yours.
For groups of 10 or more, our chef prepares breakfast on board: simit and fresh pastries, white and aged cheeses, olives, honey and clotted cream, menemen and eggs with sucuk, seasonal fruit and endless Turkish tea. Unlimited soft drinks are included. Prefer a long brunch or a lighter snack menu? Choose from our menus, or ask for one made for your group.
It is a lovely way to celebrate a birthday, gather the family or start a company day. As a TURSAB-licensed Istanbul agency, we arrange every private breakfast cruise directly with our own crews. Curious about the Turkish breakfast table? Read our guide to food and drink in Turkey.
Breakfast cruise highlights
- A real Turkish breakfastSimit, cheeses, menemen, honey and clotted cream, fresh fruit and tea.
- Prepared on boardFor groups of 10 or more, our chef prepares breakfast on the yacht.
- Unlimited soft drinksTea, coffee, juices and soft drinks are included.
- The calmest hour on the waterSoft morning light and quiet water along the palaces.
- Breakfast, brunch or snacksChoose the menu that suits your morning, or ask for your own.
- Only your group on boardA private yacht with captain and crew, for 10 to 250 guests.
How the morning goes
- Boarding
Meet the crew at your pier; tea and coffee are ready as you step on board. - Breakfast is served
The table is laid on deck or in the saloon while the yacht sails along the European shore. - Cruise past the palaces
Dolmabahçe, Çırağan and Ortaköy in the morning light, then under the Bosphorus Bridge. - Coffee on deck
A last Turkish coffee on the way back along the Asian shore.
We recommend at least 3 hours for a breakfast cruise, so breakfast can be enjoyed slowly, the Turkish way.
Who a breakfast cruise is perfect for
- Birthday Yacht PartyA morning celebration with friends
- Team Building Yacht CruiseStart your team day on the water
- Bachelorette Yacht PartyBrunch with the girls on board
- Private Lunch CruisePrefer a later start? Have lunch instead
- Private Bosphorus Yacht CruiseYour own yacht at any time of day
The breakfast cruise route
The yacht sails north along the European shore while breakfast is served, passes under the Bosphorus Bridge and returns along the Asian shore. Tap the map to explore the landmarks on the way.
On the way you pass Dolmabahçe Palace, Çırağan Palace, the Ortaköy Mosque, the Bosphorus Bridge, Rumeli Fortress, Beylerbeyi Palace and the Maiden's Tower. See the full route map and all the landmarks.
On a three-hour breakfast cruise the yacht usually turns at Rumeli Fortress. With more time you can continue further north. The route is a suggestion: tell the captain if you want to stop for photos.
Yachts for your breakfast cruise
All five of our yachts have long tables for breakfast, on an open deck or in a closed saloon in cooler months. For a family or a small group a smaller motor yacht is ideal; for a big brunch party, a larger yacht such as Majesty or Crescent Star. Tap a yacht to see more photos.
Our flagship
White Istanbul
24 m · up to 77 guests
Made for celebrations
Crescent Star
24 m · up to 130 guests
Our largest yacht
Majesty
44 m · up to 200 guests
Heated on both decks
Blue Wave
23 m · up to 60 guests
Brand new for 2026
Sea Fairy
22 m · up to 55 guests
Classic and elegant
Ocean Breeze
21 m · up to 40 guests
Sleek and sporty
Riviera
22 m · up to 20 guests
Two decks, heated saloon
Blue Horizon
18 m · up to 12 guests
Intimate and cosy
Azure
16.5 m · up to 12 guests
Planning a big brunch? Tell us your group size and we suggest the right yacht with your quote. See all our yachts
Breakfast and brunch menus
For groups of 10 or more, our chef prepares breakfast on board, and unlimited soft drinks are included. Choose our Turkish breakfast menu, a long Turkish-style brunch, or a lighter snack menu, all shown below. We can also prepare a special menu at your request.
On board
Our yacht menus
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Turkish breakfast on the morning water
Breakfast Menu
A long, Turkish-style brunch at sea
Brunch Menu
Freshly baked bites for an afternoon cruise
Snack Menu
Party food for a standing reception
Cocktail Menu
Turkish favourites, bite-sized
Finger Food Menu
A relaxed dinner under the lights
Chicken Dinner Menu
Steak dinner on the Bosphorus
Meat Dinner Menu
Seasonal fish from the Turkish seas
Fish Dinner Menu
Prefer something else? Our private chef can prepare any menu you like: halal, vegetarian, vegan, children's meals or a dinner designed around your occasion. Menus can be combined for larger groups, and alcoholic drinks are available as an extra.
What is included in your breakfast cruise
Included
- Private yacht for your group only
- Licensed captain and professional crew
- Welcome drink and light snacks
- Unlimited soft drinks, tea and coffee
- Breakfast prepared on board by our chef (groups of 10 or more)
- Fuel and marina fees
Not included
- Breakfast or brunch menu (chosen with your quote)
- Alcoholic drinks (optional)
- Decoration, photographer and cake (optional)
- Hotel transfer (optional)
- Tips for the crew
Make your breakfast cruise special
Add any of these to your morning. We arrange everything in advance, so it is ready when you come on board.
- Fresh flowers and table decoration
- Birthday cake
- Mimosas or champagne
- Photographer for morning portraits
- Violinist or acoustic music
- Private transfer from your hotel
Breakfast cruise prices: what affects your quote
A private breakfast cruise has no fixed price, because the yacht, the menu and your group size change the cost. Your quote is based on five things:
- The yacht: size and capacity
- Duration: at least 3 hours is recommended
- Date and time: weekends, summer evenings and holidays are busiest
- Group size: number of adults and children
- Food, drinks and extras: what you add to the cruise
You receive a written price with the menu clearly listed, unlimited soft drinks included, and fuel and marina fees always included.
Meeting points for your breakfast cruise
Choose the pier closest to your hotel; mornings are quiet, so boarding is quick. We board from eight piers along the Bosphorus:
- European shoreKaraköy · Kabataş · Beşiktaş · Kuruçeşme · Arnavutköy · Bebek
- Asian shoreKuleli · Beylerbeyi
We send the exact pier with a map pin when you book.
What our guests say about our cruises
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Read all reviews“Very nice and friendly staff. Thank you!”
M A · September 2026
Sunset Cruise with Wine on a Luxury Yacht
“Fantastic tour. Guides were incredible. Service was great. Highly recommend.”
Patrick M · September 2026
Bosphorus Sunset Cruise
“it was a great tour. We were very satisfied. reliable tourism business.”
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Booking and cancellation terms
- At booking30% advance payment confirms your yacht
- 48 hours beforeThe remaining 70% is due
- 7+ days beforeCancel for a full refund of the advance
- Under 7 daysThe advance payment is not refundable
- Under 3 days100% of the tour price is due
Payment, cancellation and weather terms for all private tours are on one page: Read the full cancellation terms
Breakfast cruise FAQ
How long is a breakfast cruise?
We recommend at least 3 hours, so you can enjoy a long Turkish breakfast and the views along both shores.
What is served at a Turkish breakfast on board?
Our Turkish breakfast includes simit and fresh pastries, white, kashar and tulum cheeses, olives, honey and clotted cream, menemen, fried eggs with sucuk, fresh greens and seasonal fruit, with unlimited tea, Turkish coffee and juices.
Are drinks included?
Yes. Unlimited soft drinks, tea and coffee are included with the breakfast cruise. Alcoholic drinks such as mimosas can be added.
Is breakfast prepared on the yacht?
Yes. For groups of 10 or more, our chef prepares breakfast on board.
Can you prepare a special menu?
Yes. Choose our breakfast, brunch or snack menu, or ask for a custom menu: vegetarian, vegan, children's meals or any dietary needs.
Can we have brunch instead of breakfast?
Yes. Our brunch menu is a longer, Turkish-style spread with mezes, hot dishes and sweets, ideal for a late-morning start.
Where does the yacht pick us up?
From a central pier on the European or Asian shore: Karaköy, Kabataş, Beşiktaş, Kuruçeşme, Arnavutköy, Bebek, Kuleli or Beylerbeyi. Boarding at Kuruçeşme is included; boarding at any other pier adds one hour of yacht time to your quote. We send the exact pier with a map pin when you book.
Why is there no price on this page?
The price depends on the yacht, the date, the length of the cruise, your group size and what you would like to eat and drink. Send us your plan and we reply with a written quote, usually within the hour.
Can we cancel or change the date?
Cancel at least 7 days before your cruise and your advance payment is refunded in full. Within 7 days the advance payment is not refundable, and within 3 days the full tour price is due. See our private tour cancellation terms.
