Activity Policies
- Entry: A Bosphorus Cruise is a paid boat excursion and requires a valid ticket or booking with the selected cruise operator.
- Booking: Advance booking is recommended, especially during weekends, holidays, and peak tourist seasons.
- Departure: Cruise departure points, times, and routes depend on the selected operator and cruise package.
- Duration: Cruise duration varies according to the route and package selected.
- Photography: Photography and video recording are generally permitted for personal use, subject to the operator's instructions.
- Weather Conditions: Cruises may be delayed, modified, or cancelled due to adverse weather, sea conditions, or operational reasons.
- Safety: Passengers must follow crew instructions and comply with all onboard safety requirements.
- Accessibility: Accessibility varies by vessel and departure pier. Passengers requiring assistance should confirm arrangements before booking.
- Cancellation/Refund: Cancellation and refund conditions depend on the specific cruise operator and ticket purchased. Any refund is subject to the applicable booking terms.
- Changes to Itinerary: The operator may change the route, departure time, vessel, or itinerary because of weather, maritime traffic, safety requirements, or other unforeseen circumstances.
- Important: The exact departure point, cruise duration, route, inclusions, cancellation policy, and operating schedule should be confirmed at the time of booking.
Terms & Conditions
- The cruise is valid for the date, time and route stated on the booking.
- Passengers should arrive at the designated pier/boarding point before the scheduled departure time.
- A valid ticket or booking confirmation may be required for boarding.
- Passengers must follow all instructions from the captain, crew and cruise operator.
- The cruise route, duration or departure time may be changed because of weather, sea conditions, traffic, technical issues or operational requirements.
- The cruise may be delayed, rescheduled or cancelled when weather or sea conditions make sailing unsafe.
- Passengers should remain within designated passenger areas and must not enter restricted crew or operational areas.
- All applicable maritime and safety regulations must be followed, including emergency instructions.
- Children must remain under the supervision of an accompanying adult.
- Passengers should exercise caution on wet decks, stairs and near railings.
- Smoking may be restricted to designated areas, where available.
- Passengers must not bring or use prohibited or dangerous items on board.
- Photography for personal use is generally permitted, subject to the operator's rules.
- Passengers are responsible for their personal belongings.
- Food and beverages may be subject to the specific cruise operator's onboard policy.
- Late arrival or missed boarding may result in loss of the cruise without refund, depending on the operator's terms.
- Cancellation and refund conditions depend on the specific cruise ticket and booking channel.
- If the operator cancels the cruise, refund or rescheduling will be handled according to its applicable booking policy.
- If the cruise is included in an Oxford Travels package, the package's cancellation policy may apply in addition to the local cruise operator's terms.
- Individual cruises may have different routes, durations, vessel types and inclusions, so the confirmed booking should be treated as the final authority.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation and refund conditions for Bosphorus Cruise tickets are subject to the terms applicable to the specific ticket and operator. The cruise schedule may be delayed, changed, or cancelled due to adverse weather conditions, technical issues, or other operational reasons. If the cruise is booked as part of a guided tour or travel package, the cancellation and refund conditions of the respective booking will apply.
