The 15 Best Luxury Yacht Cruises

Dubai Marina: Luxury Yacht Tour with Breakfast or BBQ Option

1.Luxury Yacht Tour with Breakfast or BBQ Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 21,528 reviews · 1 - 3 hours · from $15Our pick

Cruise from Dubai Marina past Ain Dubai, JBR, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, and Burj Al Arab on a shared yacht. Choose a morning breakfast sail or a longer sunset trip with BBQ, soft drinks, guide commentary, WiFi, and open-air deck seating.

“Food and experience were the best, we decided to go for this experience after being abandoned by the driver of an Abu Dhabi tour. Had a great time, seen the amazing Marina at night in great company and with plenty of food and drinks.”

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Tenerife: Eco-Yacht Whale and Dolphin Watching and Swimming

2.Eco-Yacht Whale and Dolphin Watching and Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 15,619 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $13Best value

Join Travelin Lady for a 90-minute whale and dolphin trip from Los Cristianos. You’ll ride a stable, low-emission eco-yacht, look for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles and more, visit the Cave of Love, and swim if sea conditions allow. Guides including Ines explain the wildlife in four languages.

“It was a great trip. And yes, we saw whales and dolphins. Thanks to the yacht team!”

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Dubai: The Luxury Yacht Tour with Live BBQ Option

3.The Luxury Yacht Tour with Live BBQ Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 13,665 reviews · from $19

Board Sky Walker Yachts at Dubai Harbour for a shared cruise past Bluewaters Island, Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, JBR, and Royal Palaces. Choose one hour without BBQ, or two or three hours with BBQ food, soft drinks, music, and a GPS-triggered virtual guide.

“Mubarak and the captain looked after us really well! Kept us entertained, food and view were great!”

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Dubai Marina Yacht Tour with Optional Breakfast or BBQ

4.Dubai Marina Yacht Tour with Optional Breakfast or BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,126 reviews · from $25Top rated

Cruise from Dubai Marina on a shared yacht with up to 30 people. Choose a one-hour harbor route or a longer morning, sunset, or evening sailing with breakfast or BBQ food. You’ll see Ain Dubai, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, and Burj Al Arab, with commentary and free Wi-Fi on board.

“This was beautiful and the food was good and the yacht was really nice. We thoroughly enjoyed this. 💜💜”

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Dubai: Luxury Sunset Yacht Tour with Snacks and Drinks

5.Luxury Sunset Yacht Tour with Snacks and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,723 reviews · 1.5 - 2 hours · from $21

You’ll cruise from Dubai Harbour past Dubai Marina, JBR, Bluewaters Island, Ain Dubai, and either Atlantis or Burj Al Arab. A captain and crew handle the sailing while hosts such as Chill and Brian help with photos, food, drinks, and the relaxed onboard mood.

“Amin was our tour guide on the safari, and he was extremely friendly and helpful. He took great care of us, and we felt 100% safe with him throughout the entire experience. He informed us in advance about everything we needed to know, especially regarding safety. The dune driving was fun and exciting, and he also took amazing photos of us. The show was great, and the food was delicious. We definitely recommend this experience. Thank you, Amin!”

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Dubai: Mega Yacht Dinner Cruise with Buffet

6.Mega Yacht Dinner Cruise with Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,613 reviews · 1 day · from $82

Spend an evening aboard Lotus Royale, a large yacht sailing from Dubai Marina past JBR, Ain Dubai, Palm Jumeirah, and Atlantis. You get an international buffet, live cooking, DJ music, tanoura and aerial performances, plus either open dining areas or VIP top-deck seating.

“Really impressed ,views are really stunning.Staff on board is going above and beyond to comfort you . Good value for money .”

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Hurghada: 3 Islands, Dolphins & Snorkel Yacht Trip w/ Lunch

7.3 Islands, Dolphins & Snorkel Yacht Trip w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,609 reviews · 8 hours · from $47

Join Go Shalabi for an 8-hour yacht trip from Hurghada to Orange Bay, Giftun, and Magawish. You get two snorkeling stops, dolphin watching, breakfast, seafood lunch, fruit, and unlimited drinks. Guides such as Fouad, Ahmed, Saef, and Ashraf help beginners feel safe in the water.

“Despite having picked a day of strong winds, our boat still sailed and it ended up being one of the nicest experiences we've had in Hurghada. Warm clothes and big towels are a must. We stopped first on Orange Bay, took some photos, then sailed to the first snorkeling stop near Giftun island. Although the water in February is colder, snorkeling was worth it, seeing the corals and the many different color fish made my day. Seafood lunch on board was delicious. Finally, we stopped on Magawish for another round of snorkeling in less deep waters and sunbathing. Our guides Fouad, Ahmed and Saef expertly coordinated the group and ensured…”

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Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht

8.Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,465 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Cruise from Kabataş on a comfort-focused yacht past Ottoman palaces, waterfront neighborhoods, bridges, and Maiden’s Tower. Expect tea, coffee, mint lemonade, fruit, baklava, cookies, indoor and outdoor seating, and live commentary in English. The cruise returns to Kabataş after about 2 hours 15 minutes.

“Lovely views on a beautiful day even in winter it was warm enough inside the boat. Cookies and fruit were nice a guide was informative.”

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Istanbul: Sunset or Day Small-Group Yacht Cruise with Snacks

9.Sunset or Day Small-Group Yacht Cruise with Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,774 reviews · 2 hours · from $31

Cruise the Bosphorus for two hours aboard a 20-meter yacht limited to 16 people. Choose daytime or sunset, enjoy mini pizza, fruit, nuts, tea, coffee, and water, and use the audio guide app. Host Tugba Bozmese is often praised for friendly service and taking photos.

“We really enjoyed the sunset cruise. Our lovely guide Tuba is superb. She took very good care of us during the 2 hours trip. She’s also a fantastic photographer. We would definitely recommend this trip to our friends.”

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Reykjavík: Whale Watching Cruise on the Amelia Rose Yacht

10.Whale Watching Cruise on the Amelia Rose Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,911 reviews · 3 hours · from $107

Sail from Reykjavík’s Old Harbor for up to three hours aboard the Amelia Rose yacht. Search Faxaflói Bay for humpback and minke whales, dolphins, porpoises, and possibly orcas, with guides such as Lucky and Roman sharing useful facts from three viewing decks.

“The excursion did not disappoint. The Amelia Rose is clean and well maintained. although it holds alot of people there is plenty of room and we never felt crowded. Our guide, Lucky, was very informative and enthusiastic, especially when she spotted whales and dolphins. We were fortunate to see both on our trip.”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide

11.Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,845 reviews · 2h 15m · from $19

Set out from Kabataş on a shared yacht for 135 minutes of sunset views, live English commentary, canapés, fruit, Turkish treats, fresh-mint lemonade, tea, and coffee. You’ll pass Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Rumeli Fortress, the Asian shore, and Maiden’s Tower. Guides such as Aleyna and Betul are praised for warm service.

“it was such a pleasure trip with affordable price. everything stated in the ad acted accordingly. only improvement need is to provide location precisely.”

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Mega Yacht ALL INCLUSIVE Yelapa Waterfall & Snorkeling Adventure

12.Mega Yacht ALL INCLUSIVE Yelapa Waterfall & Snorkeling Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,515 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $117

Cruise south from Puerto Vallarta aboard Chica Locca’s roomy catamaran for breakfast, snorkeling, kayaks, paddleboards, an open bar, and a Mexican fajita lunch. You’ll visit Yelapa and its waterfall, with music from hosts such as Ricky Ricardo and DJ David, plus an optional onboard massage.

“The staff was amazing, the experience was great from the moment we checked in to the moment we got off the boat.”

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Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Experience: Visit the Asian Side

13.Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Experience: Visit the Asian Side

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,251 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Spend about 2.5 hours aboard a comfortable yacht with an English-speaking guide, Turkish tea, coffee, snacks, and views of Ottoman palaces, mosques, bridges, and fortresses. Stop in Asian-side Kanlıca for its famous yogurt, with pickup from selected central Istanbul hotels.

“The boat tour was a great way to spend the afternoon to relax. It was informitive and a great introduction to the Boshpforous River. Thanks again!”

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Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Experience: Istanbul’s Best

14.Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Experience: Istanbul’s Best

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,181 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48

Spend 2.5 hours on a 25-meter yacht sailing between Europe and Asia. Your English-speaking guide points out palaces, fortresses, bridges, and mosques while the crew serves tea, juice, lemonade, fruit, and canapés. Hotel pickup is available in Fatih and Beyoglu.

“This Yacht cruise on the Bosphorus in Istanbul was one of the highlights of our week. The yacht was beautiful and accommodating. The staff was incredible with excellent information shared from the tour guide throughout the experience. There were good snacks provided along with water and juice and the opportunity to purchase wine and other drinks. The small group was great. We were blessed with beautiful weather and a gorgeous sunset. It was all fabulous.”

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Los Cristianos: Eco Yacht Whale Watching Tour at Sunset

15.Eco Yacht Whale Watching Tour at Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,130 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $17

Set out from Los Cristianos on the Travelin Lady, a low, stable eco-yacht built for whale watching. Ines, Sergio, Fede and other multilingual guides may point out pilot whales, dolphins, turtles and more while you watch sunset views of Tenerife and Mount Teide. A swim stop is possible if time allows.