Istanbul Cruise
Start planning your cruise from Istanbul or choose an itinerary that includes this historic city and book your excursion to explore the area
As if its spectacular geographical location were not enough, it can also boast of being the only city to have played capital to consecutive Christian and Islamic empires, a role that has shaped the region’s history for more than 2500 years and bequeathed to İstanbul a staggering wealth of attractions.
Most cruise visitors spend all their holiday time in Sultanahmet, home to İstanbul’s main sightseeing attractions: the church of Aya Sofya, the greatest legacy of the Byzantine Empire; the Topkapı Palace, heart of the Ottoman Empire; and the massive Sultanahmet Camii (Blue Mosque).
Explore Istanbul's wonders with MSC Sinfonia
This winter, until April 2025, MSC Sinfonia will take you on an unforgettable 7-night cruise experience.
Immerse yourself in the enchanting allure of Istanbul, a city where East meets West. Discover Turkey's rich history and marvel at its stunning landmarks. From nearby Izmir, journey back in time to the ancient ruins of Ephesus.
MSC Sinfonia will also take you to explore the Greek treasures of Piraeus (Athens) and Corfu, before returning to Italy's vibrant city of Bari.
Explore Istanbul's wonders with MSC Sinfonia
Cruises from / to Istanbul in 2024
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- Category: CULTURE AND HISTORY
- Duration: 9 hour(s)
- Code: IST01
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- Category: SOMETHING SPECIAL
- Duration: 4 hour(s)
- Code: IST18
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- Category: SCENIC ROUTE
- Duration: 10 hour(s)
- Code: IST24
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- Category: CULTURE AND HISTORY
- Duration: 6 hour(s)
- Code: IST02
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- Category: SCENIC ROUTE
- Duration: 3.5 hour(s)
- Code: IST03
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- Category: CULTURE AND HISTORY
- Duration: 6.5 hour(s)
- Code: IST06
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- Category: CITY TOUR
- Duration: 6 hour(s)
- Code: IST10
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- Category: SOMETHING SPECIAL
- Duration: 3.5 hour(s)
- Code: IST28
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- Category: SCENIC ROUTE
- Duration: 5 hour(s)
- Code: IST30
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- Category: CITY TOUR
- Duration: 5 hour(s)
- Code: IST30E
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- Category: CULTURE AND HISTORY
- Duration: 4.5 hour(s)
- Code: IST36YC
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TRAVEL TO THE Istanbul CRUISE TERMINAL
From the European side:
Exit the O-3/E-80 at the junction for the E-5, then turn off at the junction for Besiktas, which leads to Barbaros Boulevard. Keeping to the right at the end of the Boulevard, drive straight on for approximately 10 minutes. When you reach Meclis-i Mebusan Street you will see the port on your left.
From the Asian side: Take the E-5 across the bridge and take the first exit after the bridge, signposted Besiktas, which leads to Barbaros Boulevard. Keeping to the right at the end of the Boulevard, drive straight on for approximately 10 minutes. When you reach Meclis-i Mebusan Street you will see the port on your left.
Atatürk Airport is approximately 24 km (15 miles) from Salıpazarı Port. There is a 24-hour tram / underground service linking Atatürk Airport and Salıpazarı Port.
Findikli station is the closest to the port, being just a 3-minute walk away.
There is also a taxi rank immediately outside the airport building.
Sabiha Gökçen Airport is approximately 45 km (28 miles) from Salıpazarı Port.
You can take a taxi from outside the airport building.
