15 2-Hour Yacht Cruises Worldwide to Book This Year

1.2 Hour Private Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 899 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $98 a seat Our pick

Spend two hours on a private Miami yacht with only your party aboard. Cruise past Bayside Marketplace, Star Island, and famous homes, while using the onboard restroom, cooler with ice, and Bluetooth sound system. Captains such as Jorge, Alex, Eduardo, Juan, and Eddie are assigned through a separate charter process, and captain and fuel fees cost extra.

“Eddie was amazing and definitely a vibe exploring Miami Beach. I will recommend and book with them again!”

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2.Private Dubai 2 Hours Luxury Yacht Charter with BBQ Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 560 reviews · whole boat $550, up to 15

You’ll cruise Dubai Marina on a private yacht with a captain and two crew members for about two hours. The route includes Bluewaters Island, Caesars Palace, Ain Dubai, JBR Beach, Jumeirah, and Burj Al Arab. Non-alcoholic drinks are included, and you can add a BBQ cooked aboard.

“Fabulous early evening, cruise around the Palm Jumarria ! The staff and the captain were very hospitable, and the two hour cruise was breathtaking”

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3.Dubai Marina 2 Hour Sunset Yacht Tour with Alcoholic Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 409 reviews · from $34 a seat

Cruise from Dubai Harbour past Ain Dubai, Jumeirah Beach Residence, and possibly Burj Al Arab on a two-hour sunset yacht trip. Expect a captain, crew, restroom, Wi-Fi, water, soda, and snacks on the 5pm departure. Beer and wine are available to purchase for adults aged 18 and over.

“The boat was very clean and roomy. We enjoyed the cruise and the staff went out of their way to help us find their location”

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4.Small-Group 2 Hours Bosphorus Luxury Yacht Cruise in Istanbul

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $21 a seat Best value

Cruise the Bosphorus aboard a comfortable small yacht with up to 25 people. Guide Robert explains Istanbul’s landmarks as you pass Ortaköy Mosque, Dolmabahçe, Beylerbeyi Palace, the Maiden’s Tower, Galata Bridge, and Galata Tower. Expect fruit, canapés, lemonade, tea, coffee, and water, with afternoon departures from Karaköy.

“I arrived very late the night before in Istanbul and this trip was very convenient because it started in the afternoon (1 pm) and served as a great introduction to Istanbul. It was for about 3 hours, going by a boat from Karakoy to Kanlica. On the way you get to see the various buildings/places and hear the history a bit. Return after a short stop-over at Kanlica (about 15 minutes). You can buy yogurt from there (apparently very famous). I really liked the cream ice cream. Everything went very smoothly - I was contacted with the exact details of meeting point and we started on time - I had…”

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5.2-Hour Sunset Sailing Tour on Luxury Sailing Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 171 reviews · 2 hours · from $70 a seat

Spend two hours on the Tagus with Lisbon ByBoat, sailing from Belém past Belém Tower, the 25 de Abril Bridge, Praça do Comércio, Alfama, and São Jorge Castle. A live guide speaks English, Spanish, French, or Portuguese, and you’ll toast the sunset with sparkling wine aboard a handsome yacht.

“i colori di Lisbona visti dal fiume sono spettacolari... aveva ragiobe Pessoa... non si può venire a Lisbona e non fare questa esperienza... e poi un equipaggio così affabile”

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6.2-Hour Mini Yacht Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 166 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · whole boat $250, up to 10

Take a private motor yacht from Dubai Marina with your own group of up to 10 people. Your English-speaking captain guides you past JBR, the Skydive area, Kempinski, Atlantis, and Burj Al Arab. Water, soft drinks, towels, and safety equipment are included. Bring food, and choose a longer sailing if you want time for a swim.

“Amazing!!!!! Booked a private cruise for me, my husband and 2 year old and we absolutely loved it, highly recommend! The guy takes great pics too and drinks provided! Highlight of our holiday!”

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7.2 Hours Luxury Private Yacht Cruise on the Bosphorus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · whole boat $300, up to 12

Cruise the Bosphorus privately for two hours with up to 12 people, passing Ottoman palaces, historic fortresses, bridges, waterfront neighborhoods, and Maiden’s Tower. Your fare includes seasonal fruit, cookies, baklava, lemonade, tea, coffee, water, and use of the boat’s restroom. Elena and Nour are among the staff named in past bookings, though the assigned team may vary.

“This was not a super cheap trip but I thought it was worth it - they were well organised and communicated well before the trip and were very attentive, friendly and professional throughout. Elena was very good at checking on our needs. The boat was lovely and clean and comfortable and a great way to see the sites. Snacks and initial drinks were good but drinks costs beyond what we were given would have been high - overall excellent we all enjoyed it”

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8.Long Beach: 2-Hour Private Group Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 76 reviews · 2 hours · whole boat $279, up to 6

Take a private two-hour cruise from Rainbow Harbor for up to six people aboard a 42-foot yacht with a restroom, cabin, kitchen, lounge, Bluetooth audio, and open deck. Captain Ryan guides you past the Queen Mary, Long Beach beaches, the port, and harbor landmarks, while taking professional photos. Bring a picnic, drinks, and a jacket.

“It was such a beautiful and relaxing experience. We chose the 4pm time slot and got to see the sunset. Ryan was amazing and I loved that he was able to speak Spanish. I would definitely recommend and I’ll be back!”

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9.2-Hour Sailing Yacht Cruise & Guided Tour w/2 drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · 2 hours · from $53 a seat

Join Lisbon ByBoat near the Discoveries Monument for a two-hour yacht cruise with a live guide in English, French, Portuguese, or Spanish. You’ll pass Belém Tower, the 25 de Abril Bridge, Praça do Comércio, Alfama, São Jorge Castle, and the Vasco da Gama Bridge, with two drinks served aboard. Sebastian, Jose, and Cris have all hosted recent departures.

“Sebastian, Captain, was extremely helpful, communicated very well, and was a great host.”

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10.Miami 2 Hours Private Yacht Tour for 13 ppl on a 50 ft Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · whole boat $720, up to 1

Take a two-hour private cruise from the Miami River aboard a 50-foot yacht for up to 13 people. Captain Fernando, Justo, Alfonso, or another assigned captain handles the route, while you bring drinks, connect your playlist, and enjoy Miami’s skyline, celebrity homes, and waterfront views. The boat has a restroom, cooler, ice, bottled water, and Bluetooth stereo.

“The captain and Crew were amazing! Very helpful all around nice people. Made our experience very enjoyable.”

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11.2-Hour Private Yacht 50ft Tour Around Burj Al-Arab

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · whole boat $503, up to 15

Set out from Dubai Marina for roughly two hours aboard a private 50-foot yacht for up to 15 people. You’ll cruise toward Burj Al Arab, take skyline photos, enjoy refreshments, and relax with a courteous crew. Sunset departures offer softer light, though an evening breeze can make a jacket useful.

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12.2-Hour Private Yacht Cruise around Burj Al-Arab

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 45 reviews · 2 hours · whole boat $520, up to 15

Set out from Dubai Marina Mall on a private 48-foot yacht for two hours with your own skipper and group of up to 15. Cruise past Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis The Palm, and Burj Al-Arab, with soft drinks, water, ice, towels, cabins, washrooms, and a barbecue grill included. Bring your own food and alcohol if you wish.

“excellent service on time very polite guide enjoyed a lot and highly recommend. will use agin.”

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13.Cancun Bay Private 2-Hour on a Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · whole boat $320, up to 15

You’ll spend two private hours aboard a 38-foot yacht from Sunset Marina, cruising Cancun Bay and Laguna Nichupté. The boat carries up to 15 people, with bottled water, ice, Coca-Cola, and Bluetooth music onboard. This is a sailing trip only: no snorkeling and no stop at Isla Mujeres.

“The private yacht cruise was a great experience for our one year anniversary. The crew catered to our every need and made our experience even more enjoyable. I would highly recommend this company for your next yacht cruise.”

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14.Burj Al Arab: 2-Hour Yacht Tour with BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 44 reviews · from $45 a seat

Spend two hours aboard a yacht sailing Dubai Marina Canal after dark. You’ll see Burj Al Arab, Ain Dubai, and the glittering skyline while enjoying live music, a BBQ buffet, soft drinks, and unlimited water. Managers such as Sadique or Arnab may help at Gate 11BB.

“I had a wonderful 2-Hour Yacht Tour with BBQ Dinner at Dubai. The first hour was especially beautiful, with stunning views of the city lights at night. The sail was very enjoyable, and we had a great view of Dubai at night. Dinner was okay, but the highlight was the nice service. The staff were very polite, attentive, and always made sure we had everything we needed, including the yacht manager, Sadique.”

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15.Private New Orleans 2-Hour Sail Aboard a Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 2 hours 10 minutes (approx.) · from $225 a seat

Sail Lake Pontchartrain aboard a private 47-foot Beneteau with Captain Doug, a local Coast Guard Master Captain with 35 years of sailing experience. Enjoy wine, local beer, soft drinks, snacks, and views of New Orleans and the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway. The two-hour cruise returns to the marina.

“Captain Doug made this 2 hour sunset cruise magical! Highly recommend - wish I had 10 stars to give.”

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