Lux KDR1 is a stylish private motor yacht designed for guests seeking an intimate private yacht rental experience in Istanbul. With its comfortable layout and well-designed seating areas, this yacht is ideal for couples, families, and small private groups looking to explore the Bosphorus in privacy and comfort.
Whether you are planning a relaxing sightseeing cruise, a sunset yacht experience, or a private celebration on the water, Lux KDR1 offers smooth sailing, professional crew service, and flexible cruise routes along the Bosphorus, allowing guests to enjoy Istanbul’s most iconic waterfront views in an exclusive atmosphere.
Capacity: Up to 8 guests
Length: 15 meters
Crew: Professional captain and onboard service staff
Type: Private motor yacht designed for Bosphorus cruising
Hourly Yacht Rental: Ideal for short Bosphorus sightseeing cruises
Sunset Yacht Cruise: Perfect timing for enjoying Istanbul’s golden-hour skyline
Full-Day Charter: Extended private yacht experience for private events and celebrations
For pricing and availability, please send your request using the inquiry form or contact us directly.
Bebek / Kuruçeşme Area
(Please ask for other pick-up & Drop-off options )
Between 08:00 & 02:00 AM
Step aboard Lux KDR1 and enjoy a personalized private yacht charter experience along the Bosphorus. From the moment you arrive, the professional crew ensures a smooth boarding process and attentive onboard service throughout your cruise. The yacht features comfortable indoor lounges, open-air relaxation areas, and elegant seating arrangements designed for both sightseeing and social gatherings.
As your cruise begins, you will pass some of Istanbul’s most iconic waterfront landmarks including historic palaces, waterfront mansions, and the famous Bosphorus bridges. Optional catering, decoration, and photography services can be arranged upon request, allowing guests to create a fully customized and memorable private yacht experience in Istanbul.
If you are looking for a larger yacht for your event, check our full yacht fleet. You can choose from a wide range of yachts in different sizes to perfectly match your needs.
Galata Tower
One of Istanbul’s most recognizable medieval landmarks, Galata Tower rises above the historic skyline and marks the entrance of the Golden Horn, offering a striking visual highlight at the beginning of the cruise.
Galataport
A modern waterfront cruise terminal and lifestyle district, Galataport represents Istanbul’s contemporary face, blending luxury shopping areas, restaurants, and cultural spaces along the Bosphorus shoreline.
Dolmabahçe Palace
A magnificent 19th-century Ottoman palace located directly on the Bosphorus waterfront, known for its grand European-style architecture and impressive ceremonial halls.
Çırağan Palace
Once an imperial Ottoman residence and today a luxury waterfront palace hotel, Çırağan Palace stands out with its elegant marble façade facing the Bosphorus.
Rumeli Fortress
Built in the 15th century by Sultan Mehmed II, this massive stone fortress sits at the narrowest point of the Bosphorus and played a key role in the conquest of Constantinople.
Bosphorus Bridge
The first bridge connecting Europe and Asia, creating one of the most iconic panoramic views of Istanbul, especially during sunset cruises.
Anatolian Fortress
Located on the Asian shore, this historic fortress predates Rumeli Fortress and represents one of the earliest Ottoman military structures along the Bosphorus.
Beylerbeyi Palace
A beautiful summer palace of the Ottoman sultans on the Asian side, admired for its refined architecture, elegant interiors, and peaceful waterfront gardens.
Maiden’s Tower
One of Istanbul’s most romantic symbols, this small historic tower rising from a tiny islet offers a unique scenic highlight visible during Bosphorus cruises.
Hagia Sophia
Originally constructed as a Byzantine cathedral and later converted into a mosque, Hagia Sophia is one of the world’s most important architectural masterpieces visible from the historic peninsula coastline.
Topkapı Palace
The former residence of Ottoman sultans for centuries, Topkapı Palace overlooks the Bosphorus and Golden Horn, representing the imperial heart of historic Istanbul.
