Each time of day has its own Bosphorus: the colours of sunset or the lit-up bridges at night. A short comparison to help you choose.
After choosing the yacht, most guests ask the same thing: what time should we book? It depends on what you want from the trip, because the Bosphorus changes completely between sunset and night.
Sunset: photos and calm
Start about an hour before sunset: you see the city in golden light, then watch the sun go down behind the minarets and palaces. It is the best time for photos, with soft light and clear views of both shores.
Night: lights and celebrations
After dark the bridges light up in changing colours and the palaces and mosques glow. It suits birthdays and celebrations, and guests who prefer the cooler air of summer nights.
Which one?
- With small children: sunset, so the trip ends before their bedtime.
- For photos and content: sunset, without a doubt.
- For a celebration or a proposal: night, with decoration and the lit-up bridges.
- Can't choose? Book three hours starting an hour before sunset and enjoy both.
