Pick Up & Drop Off Made Simple
We offer easy boarding with a selection of conveniently located piers across Istanbul. Use this guide to find the closest pier to come to based on where you’re staying. Choose one of our free piers, or opt for a paid pier if more convenient. If unsure, contact us for help.
Free Boarding Options
✅ Free Piers – Easy to Reach
- Kabataş Pier – Ideal for neighborhoods like Sultanahmet, Taksim, Beyoğlu, Eminönü, Şirkeci, Galata, Gümüşsuyu, Cihangir, Dolapdere. Close to landmarks like the Old City, Galata Tower, Dolmabahçe Palace.
- Kuruçeşme Pier – Best for Bebek, Etiler, Ortaköy, Arnavutköy, Levent, Ulus, Nişantaşı, Maçka.
✅ Free Bosphorus Hotel Piers (Hotel Guests Only)
- Available at these luxury hotels:
Çırağan Palace Kempinski, Four Seasons Bosphorus, Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, the Peninsula Hotel, Sumahan Hotel. - Important: You will need to be a hotel guest with valid hotel/restaurant reservation to use these hotel piers. Or additional docking fees may be due, or the venue may deny boarding (beyond our control), which could result in lost cruise time.
- Shangri-La Hotel: No private pier – choose Kabataş (free) or Beşiktaş (extra fee below).
✅ Free Bosphorus Restaurant & Club Piers (Restaurant Reservation Required)
- Available directly at these restaurants and clubs if you have a confirmed restaurant reservation:
Restaurants: Tuğra, Aqua, Uskumru, Delmare, Feriye, Park Fora.
Clubs: Sortie, Angelique. - Important: If selecting one of these venue piers, please ensure you will have a valid restaurant reservation. Or additional docking fees may be due, or the venue may deny boarding (beyond our control), which could result in lost cruise time.
Piers with Additional Fees
✅ Prefer a different pier for convenience? The following options are available for a small fee:
| Pier Location | Fee (for each pick-up or drop-off) |
|---|---|
| Beşiktaş Pier | €50 per approach |
| Karaköy Pier | €50 per approach |
| Üsküdar Pier | €50 per approach |
| Beylerbeyi Pier | €50 per approach |
| Istanbul Cruise Terminal | €75 per approach |
| Free Piers | Or choose a free pier instead |
How Fees Work:
- Each time the boat arrives at a paid pier (for pick-up OR drop-off), the fee applies separately.
- Example: If you choose to board at Beşiktaş and also to get dropped off at Beşiktaş, the total fee is €100 (€50 x 2 approaches). Or choose a free pier instead.
Other piers may be possible upon request – please ask in advance.
🔍 Not Sure Which Pier to Choose?
If your location isn’t listed, simply pick the nearest pier to come to, or contact us and we’ll recommend the best option.
Haven’t finalized your stay yet? Most visitors stay in the areas above, so you can book now and update us later (up to 24 hours before your cruise).
Cruise Ship Passengers
If you’re on a cruise ship docked at Galata Port, we recommend opting for Kabataş Pier (free) or Istanbul Cruise Terminal or Karaköy Piers (with additional fee).
Tourist Attractions Near Piers
Many popular landmarks, such as Dolmabahçe Palace, Rumeli Fortress, Beylerbeyi Palace and Ortaköy, are within walking distance of nearby piers. Let us know if you’d like advice on the best pier to use for your sightseeing plans.
How to Select Your Pier When Booking
Simply choose your preferred pier from the given list when booking. Not sure which one? Just add a note with your neighborhood, hotel name or address and we’ll confirm the best option for you.
Still Have Questions?
We’re here to help! Contact us now and we’ll provide personalized advice to make it easy for you!
A truly magical experience... it was certainly the perfect way for friends to celebrate a special occasion. Thank you for all the lovely details, like the flowers and your staff’s helpfulness.
I would recommend this experience to anyone looking for an exclusive and impressive way to discover the Bosphorus.
