Boat Rental from Üsküdar: A Bosphorus Tour from the Asian Side
Do you live on the Asian side, or would you simply like to start from this shore? Sea Pleasure's Kuleli-Çengelköy pickup point is the most practical and enjoyable way to set out onto the Bosphorus from around Üsküdar. Without getting stuck in traffic, you board at the pier closest to you and cruise both shores of the Bosphorus on a boat that's entirely yours.
Why Depart from Üsküdar / the Asian Side?
Crossing to the European side can mean a serious loss of time in Istanbul traffic. If you live on the Asian side, boarding from the Kuleli-Çengelköy line is both faster and more comfortable.
What's more, this area is home to some of the finest views on the Bosphorus: the Çengelköy shore, historic mansions and the bridges just across the water. Your tour starts enjoyably right from the pier.
What Will You See from Kuleli-Çengelköy?
Right after departure, the grand building of the Kuleli Military High School, the historic plane-tree-lined shore of Çengelköy and rows of mansions greet you. Our captain sets the route to the day's weather; heading toward the bridges or further up to calm coves.
As you glide between two continents, the silhouettes of both the Asian and European shores pass before your eyes on the same tour — this is the most special part of a Bosphorus cruise.
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All our experiences are possible with an Asian-side departure: the classic Bosphorus tour, sunset, a short hourly escape, breakfast on the boat, swimming in a cove in summer and private celebrations. We plan the programme and duration together to your needs.
A birthday, a proposal or simply a beautiful day — whatever the occasion, the boat is 100% yours.
- Kuleli-Çengelköy (Üsküdar) pickup — close to the Asian side
- Bosphorus tour, sunset, hourly, breakfast, swim, private events
- Max 10 guests, captain included — 100% private
- Unlimited tea & Turkish coffee; wine and drinks served on board
Getting There and the Pickup Point
We confirm the exact meeting point and time over WhatsApp during booking. It's an easily reachable spot from Üsküdar, Çengelköy and the surrounding area.
If you prefer the European side, we also have the Yeniköy pickup point, and Beykoz for the northern Asian shore. We'll choose the most convenient one together.
How to Book
No online payment or complicated system. You message us your date, tour type, group size and preferred pickup point on WhatsApp; we give a clear quote based on availability and reserve your spot.
The price varies by duration, date and route. Instead of a fixed list, we offer a quote tailored to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you depart from Üsküdar?
Our pickup point for the Asian side is Kuleli-Çengelköy, easily reachable from Üsküdar and the surrounding area. We share the exact meeting point on WhatsApp.
If I depart from the Asian side, can I still see the European side?
Of course. The Bosphorus tour moves between two continents; even boarding from the Asian side, you'll see the European mansions, the bridges and the shoreline views on the same tour.
Which tours can I do?
The Bosphorus tour, sunset, hourly rental, breakfast on the boat, swimming in summer and private celebrations — all are possible with an Asian-side departure.
How many can join?
Our boutique boat seats up to 10 guests and is entirely yours. It's ideal for a couple, a family or a small group of friends.
How much does it cost?
There's no fixed list; we give a clear quote based on duration, date, pickup point and route. No online payment — WhatsApp is enough.
Do you offer fishing tours?
No, we don't offer fishing tours. We offer private boat experiences focused on the Bosphorus tour, sunset, swimming and celebrations.
Ready? Let's set sail
For a date, tour type and current price, one WhatsApp message is all it takes.
