Finding your pier

Most of our cruises leave from Kabataş, but some use other central piers. Your exact pier is always confirmed when you book, so you never have to guess. Here are the main piers, how to reach each one, and how to find yours. The map further down shows the boarding areas.

The main departure piers

• Kabataş: our main pier, on the European shore, at the end of the T1 tram line and a short funicular ride from Taksim
• Eminönü: in the old city next to the Galata Bridge, on the T1 tram line and close to Sultanahmet
• Karaköy: across the Golden Horn from Eminönü, also on the tram line
• Ortaköy: under the Bosphorus Bridge, used by some cruises
• Üsküdar: on the Asian shore, reached by a short ferry ride

How to find your pier

Your exact pier and meeting point are confirmed after you book, by your confirmation email, WhatsApp, and a map pin. Always follow the pin from your booking, because the boarding spot can be a short walk from the main pier building or tram stop. For how to find the boat once you arrive, see where to meet and board.

Getting there and timing

Kabataş and the old-city piers are easy to reach by tram, and Taksim connects by funicular. For travel times from the main tourist areas and how much buffer to leave, see when to arrive. If you would rather not find the pier yourself, some cruises offer a hotel transfer.

Pier map

Use the map below to see the boarding areas, the nearby neighbourhoods, and how to reach each pier. Select a pier to see its details.