Discover Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise with Daytime or Sunset Options

I gained a lot of knowledge on this trip!

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Thanks. Glad you liked it. If you need anything else, feel free to ask.

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Great to hear. Let me know if you need anything else.

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The experience was definitely worth the cost! Even though the audio guide only provided information about the ship and was difficult to understand, it didn't take away from the overall enjoyment. It's also worth mentioning that the ship departed nearly 30 minutes behind schedule, but the tour was extended by that amount of time, which made up for it. A truly memorable experience the views were stunning.

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The cruise along the Bosphorus was lovely, with a great explanation of the landmarks we passed. It was definitely worth it.

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I picked this cruise because the timing worked perfectly for me, but it turned out to be a fantastic choice. The two hour ride along the Bosphorus offered a unique view of Istanbul's beauty from a whole new angle.

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Everything was great. We were really pleased with how well everything was organized, the quality of the guide’s service, the comfort of the boat, the small group size, and the refreshments provided.

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Everything was wonderful the insightful explanations, the stop in the Asian district, the tea and cakes provided, and of course, the beautiful sunset.

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This trip exceeded all our expectations. We were only expecting a simple ride, but Dilek made it so much more. She was incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, and fun to be around. She picked us up right at the port, the van was clean and air-conditioned, and the guided tour really gave us a deeper understanding of the history. We also had some free time afterward to explore before heading back to our ship.

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It was a lovely cruise along the Bosphorus, offering stunning views of Istanbul. The scenery was breathtaking, and the experience was truly enjoyable.

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A pleasant cruise along the Bosphorus with a beautiful view of Istanbul.

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The weather was lovely.

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It was a great experience. Thank you for all experience

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The experience was fantastic. The ride was truly spectacular, offering a great perspective on the vastness of the Bosphorus Strait. I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of the journey.

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The cruise was amazing, and the audio guide made it even better! We went with the afternoon option, and since it was such a beautiful day, we were able to enjoy the sunset on our way back to the port. Highly recommended? Absolutely, yes.

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As always, it was excellent!

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It was an amazing boat trip along the Bosphorus, with an easy to use audio guide that provided great insights about the two continents that line its shores. A fantastic experience for the price.

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The experience was incredibly comfortable, and the view was absolutely breathtaking.

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The location is very convenient and easy to find. The venue has both upper and lower decks, giving you the option to choose your preferred view. Inside, there’s a small shop where you can grab hot drinks and light snacks. It’s a fantastic chance to enjoy breathtaking views of both Europe and Asia from various angles.

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Beautiful yacht. The food and entertainment were a great value. We took public transportation ourselves and it was easy to find. We got there like 45 mins before takeoff and were seated on time and started enjoying our meal.

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It was excellent better than I anticipated. A great experience and definitely worth the money.

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It was excellent better than I anticipated. A great experience and definitely worth the money.

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This was my second time on the boat, and it’s always an unforgettable experience. This time, we even spotted dolphins, which made my children incredibly happy.

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It was a fantastic trip for the price. The audio guide offered a thorough overview of several important spots, which was really helpful. Definitely worth it.

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A beautiful experience to watch the Istanbul sunset. I would have preferred an Italian guide on the app, but luckily, after exploring the city in the previous days, I was already familiar with much of the cultural background.

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The experience was well organized, and we thoroughly enjoyed the stunning scenery.

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It was an excellent experience! The entire trip was well organized, and we had the chance to enjoy some truly breathtaking scenery. Highly recommend it.

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It was amazing! A truly fantastic experience that exceeded all expectations. Definitely something worth experiencing again.

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Absolutely top notch. Everything was fantastic, from start to finish. Would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great experience.

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For just €8, it’s hard to complain. The trip lasted around two hours, and we were lucky with great weather. You get to see a lot, and it was a refreshing change from all the walking in Istanbul. The boat wasn’t dirty, and the vendors weren’t aggressive either. Yes, they pass by every few minutes, but there’s no pressure to buy anything. We really enjoyed the trip and had a wonderful time.

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Nice view and walking around Istanbul is very interesting.

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Very satisfied with the experience. The sunset is definitely something I’d recommend it made the trip even more special.

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Perfect in every way couldn't have asked for a better experience.

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It was awesome I absolutely loved it! Would definitely do it again.

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Everything was amazing. From the service to the views, every detail made the experience unforgettable.

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That was great! Everything went smoothly, and I really enjoyed the experience. Would definitely recommend it.

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A fantastic experience overall. The restroom wasn’t working, but honestly, the sea breeze made up for it. It didn’t affect my enjoyment at all, and I still had a great time. Would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a fun, scenic trip.

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An excellent trip. There was an issue with the timing on our ticket, but after messaging the tour guide, they were incredibly helpful and allowed us to join a later departure without any trouble. This is definitely a must do experience there are so many sights to take in, and it offers great value for money. The boat itself was fantastic.

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Everything was well organized, but I didn't get a link to the guide or it was neither in the app nor in the confirmation

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It’s cheaper to buy the tickets on site. I had asked for the name of the app to download for the audio guide, but I never got a response. Even after purchasing, the ticket didn’t mention the app name. Despite this, the activity itself was really enjoyable, and the kids absolutely loved it.

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The boat itself is excellent. The audio guide is only available in English, but this isn’t an issue as long as you’re comfortable with the language.

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The boat was great fast, comfortable, and not overcrowded, which made the experience even more enjoyable.

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A great experience from start to finish! Would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for something enjoyable.

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The sunset was fantastic! However, I couldn’t find anywhere to download the app as mentioned. Also, it was a bit hard to hear the onboard speaker, especially since it was only available on the second floor.

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An excellent trip! Everything was well organized, and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience from start to finish.

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Everything was great no issues at all. I had a wonderful time and would definitely recommend it.

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The trip was awesome. It was the perfect length to take in all the sights without feeling rushed.

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A very good tour, offering excellent value for money. I would definitely recommend it to others.

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A fantastic experience. While there wasn’t a guide, the boat itself was great, and we enjoyed a lovely 2 hour ride. Everything was smooth, and it was an unforgettable trip.

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It was great. Simple, enjoyable, and definitely worth the time.

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It was good. A pleasant experience, and I’m happy with how everything went.

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Excellent experience. Everything went smoothly, and I couldn’t have asked for more. Highly recommended.

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Great value for money. The location was easy to find, and there was plenty of space on board. The cruise was the perfect length not too short, not too long. You can also buy drinks and snacks while onboard. There were many sights to see along the way. The only downside was that the loudspeaker announcements only covered three sights. But overall, I’d definitely recommend this if you’re looking to just relax and enjoy the cruise.

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Good experience. Everything went smoothly, and I enjoyed it overall. Would definitely consider doing it again.

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Seeing the sights from the Bosphorus was a truly unique experience. Everything went smoothly, and we had a fantastic time. We really enjoyed it and would highly recommend this cruise to others. Thanks for the great experience.

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An amazing cruise. Everything about it was perfect, from the views to the smooth ride. Would definitely recommend.

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Everything was good. The experience was enjoyable and met all expectations. Would definitely do it again.

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The cruise to see the Bosphorus was great. If you use the audio guide, you can listen to it on your smartphone through a link. If you're with a group, you can share one guide, so you don’t have to pay extra for each person

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You can only fully enjoy the sights from certain spots because the windows were quite dirty, which made it hard to see clearly from other areas.

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I arrived early and asked about the bus, and they mentioned they'd been waiting for 15 minutes. I had printed out my ticket, but the company name was listed incorrectly on the app, so I nearly missed the bus. Fortunately, the bus left a little late, which saved me from wasting my money.

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The location was hard to find. Once we arrived at the harbor, we were redirected to a different boat three times, which was a bit confusing.

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This was a great way to explore the Bosphorus and capture some photos from the water. You receive a link to the audio tour, which syncs with your location and starts playing when you reach each point of interest. Personally, I’m not a huge fan of this kind of tour since it’s a bit noisy onboard, and it’s not always ideal having your ear glued to your phone while trying to take photos. However, I chose it for the cost savings. The boat itself had two levels, and drinks were available for purchase.

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Finding the exact location was a bit tricky since the name on the ship didn’t match what was on our ticket. We had to ask for directions, and someone pointed us to the right boat. Pulling up the ticket on our phone was also a bit more complicated than with other tickets we’ve used. That said, we got on board without any major issues, and the cruise itself was great. We were able to see everything we wanted at a fraction of the price compared to other cruises.

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The boat itself wasn’t very comfortable. If you want a seat with a good view, it’s best to arrive earlier, or you’ll end up mostly watching other passengers. On the plus side, the staff was very friendly. Just be aware that they don’t accept card payments onboard.

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The boat was spacious, and the cruise was very comfortable. It made for a relaxing experience overall.

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I believe a Bosphorus cruise is a must do when you’re in Istanbul it really helps you get oriented with the city's geography. The return journey offers the best views. It's also a fun experience as the group is a nice mix of locals and tourists.

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For just £8 each, this was a lovely and affordable way to see the Bosphorus and Istanbul from the water. We took the 6 pm cruise, which coincided with golden hour as the sun began to set, casting a beautiful light over the city. It does get chilly once the sun goes down, so it’s a good idea to bring a coat or jumper.

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The location was easy to find, right next to the ferry terminal on the Fatih side of Galata Bridge. We paid £16 for two tickets, which was an incredible value for a 1.5-hour cruise. We saw plenty of sights and more. If I ever get the chance to visit Istanbul again, I would definitely take this trip once more.

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A very pleasant trip along the Bosphorus, offering a better perspective of this beautiful city. It’s a bit disappointing that there aren’t seats on the upper deck, as the view is often blocked by other passengers and the boat’s structure. That said, it’s still great value for the price.

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The cruise was enjoyable, and the weather was perfect. We had a great time overall and really appreciated the experience.

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We would have loved a 7pm cruise, but unfortunately, there wasn't one available on a weekday.

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The audio tour is only available on the rear deck. If you're sitting on the right side of the boat, you'll get the best views. On the left side, you’ll mostly just see the sun on the return trip, and there’s no visual content to go with the commentary. The service on the boat was friendly, and the prices were reasonable.

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The cruise was excellent and offered great value for money. The only downside was that we were provided with an audio guide, but without Wi-Fi, it was difficult to use effectively.

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The tour runs on the hour, which should definitely be mentioned in the description. We were rushing to catch our 4 pm tour, only to find out that it operates every hour, so there was no need to hurry. Apart from that, the tour was well worth it, offering views of all the key landmarks related to Turkey's history.

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It was a good experience overall, but my tickets didn’t arrive, so we had to do quite a bit of persuading before they allowed us to board. Once that was sorted, everything went smoothly.

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A must do activity to experience the beauty of Istanbul from the Bosphorus. I’d recommend dressing warmly, as it can get chilly. The audio guide could be improved it offers very brief and general descriptions of the attractions, leaving you wanting more detail.

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It was good, though nothing extraordinary. The audio guide didn’t work, and there were a lot of people on board, but the sights were definitely worth it.

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Beautiful experience! Everything was stunning, and it was a really memorable trip.

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This is a must do excursion in Istanbul to truly experience the unique charm of the city.

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The tour was perfectly fine for the price. The only issue was finding the tour operator, which was a bit challenging. Other than that, it was a practical excursion, and the boat safely cruised across the Bosphorus. Unfortunately, the announcements about the sights weren’t very clear.

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A good basic introduction to Istanbul with nice views from the water. It was a bit tricky to figure out which boat we were on, as there are several tours in the area, and we had to ask around. The web page for the audio tour was decent but could be improved it wasn’t well optimized for Android smartphones, and the GPS feature worked to autoplay, but only if the screen was on.

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It was okay overall. We had to deal with cold weather and wind, and unfortunately, I couldn’t find the guide in English, which made it a bit challenging.

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It was a bit difficult to find the station, but once we got there, the cruise was very enjoyable and pleasant.

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There was no audio guide available, but aside from that, it was a really nice tour.

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The view was amazing! It’s definitely worth it for the scenic experience alone.

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The boat trip was nice, but unfortunately, we couldn’t hear the loudspeaker, so we missed out on the information.

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It did exactly what it promised. Very affordable. The GPS-linked audio was good and provided useful information.

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It felt like a regular ferry ride, with no commentary about the sights we passed. One staff member served tea and salep, which was a lovely touch in the cold weather, while another offered to take photos and invited us to buy them. It’s a good way to relax and pass the time if you're not sure where to go next.

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The tour was great, especially the return trip at sunset. However, the ticket acceptance process was a bit troublesome. We had to send a screenshot to a WhatsApp number to get new QR codes because our original one couldn’t be scanned. Unfortunately, the ticket inspector was quite unfriendly and didn’t speak English, but eventually, it all worked out. We weren’t the only ones with this issue.

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A quick tour along the Bosphorus that gave us a great view of the busy boat traffic, historic buildings, and beautiful scenery all in under two hours. Definitely worth it.

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It’s a lovely way to travel along the Bosphorus. Unfortunately, the ship was quite noisy, and the announcements meant to be in both Turkish and English were almost impossible to understand. An audio guide wouldn’t have worked due to the general noise on board. Despite that, it was a pleasant trip at a reasonable price and definitely worth it. There’s no Wi-Fi, but you can buy tea and snacks on the boat.

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The route and duration were great, but unfortunately, the speakerphone guide couldn’t be heard clearly.

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This tour gives you a chance to see all of Istanbul, unlike shorter trips that mainly focus on the historic center. The audio guide on the phone is very detailed, though there were some glitches, especially when trying to take photos at the same time. I couldn’t download the guide, so I had to access it online, which was a bit inconvenient. The boat was noisy and had a strong smell, and the welcome we received was surprisingly cold.

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A great way to experience Istanbul from a different perspective.

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Well, that was a bit of a letdown. Honestly, not what I expected.

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Great value for money. I highly recommend this activity, especially around sunset it adds a magical touch to the experience.

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The signage to find the location and identify the correct boat was lacking, which made it a bit confusing at first.

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Everything was fine, but it could have used a bit more atmosphere to make the experience feel more engaging.

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The journey from the starting point up to the bridge was great with lots of explanations, but the other side was a bit quiet and lacked much to see. The food and drinks onboard were quite expensive, so it’s a good idea to bring your own snacks and drinks. Overall, it’s still good value for money.

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The audio guide didn’t work, which was quite disappointing, especially since I paid for it. The cruise went on without any translation, which made it less enjoyable.

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Definitely worth doing. It’s a really cool way to see the sights and experience the city from a different perspective.

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It was a boat tour covering the most important parts of both coasts of Istanbul. If you're interested in seeing more of the Golden Horn area, I’d recommend looking for a longer tour.

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The boat size was excellent, providing plenty of space. However, the guide could have gone into more detail on the topics covered.

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The excursion time was perfect, and the price-to-quality ratio is definitely 10/10. However, the audio guide didn’t work very well, especially with the GPS feature, making it hard to follow the audio while traveling. If they improve that, I’d highly recommend it.

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It was fine. Nothing extraordinary, but still an enjoyable experience overall.

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The cruise was well organized, and the reception staff were very kind. Everything is done through an audio guide via an app, so it's best to download it before arriving at the site.

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