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Istanbul 3-Hour Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show
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Istanbul 3-Hour Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show

by TURNATOUR DINNER CRUISE ON THE BOSPHORUS

3 hours
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3 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
$116.55$129.50Save 10%
2 adults × $58.28
All taxes and fees included

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3 hours
$116.55$129.50Save 10%
2 adults × $58.28
All taxes and fees included
3 hours
$116.55$129.50Save 10%
2 adults × $58.28
All taxes and fees included

Overview

This is a 3-hour evening boat cruise on the Bosphorus in Istanbul featuring a Turkish night show and dinner. The cruise includes traditional dances such as belly dance, folk dances, dervish performances, and a DJ. During summer, the show takes place on the open upper deck, while in winter it is held indoors. Dinner consists of cold starters, salad, a main course, and bottled water, with the menu varying by Silver or Gold package. Guests also receive unlimited soft drinks and tea throughout the evening, and a live violin performance accompanies the dinner. The cruise offers views of Istanbul’s cityscape from the upper open deck, which is suitable for photography. Some packages include round-trip hotel transfers using air-conditioned vehicles. Free Wi-Fi is available onboard. Alcoholic drinks are not included except for two drinks in the Silver and Gold alcoholic menus; additional alcoholic beverages can be purchased at the bar. Gratuities, professional photo services, and personal expenses like souvenirs are not covered. Transfers are only included if selected in the package.

Highlights

3-hour Bosphorus boat cruise in Istanbul
Traditional Turkish night show with dances and DJ
Dinner with cold starters, salad, main course, and bottled water
Unlimited soft drinks and tea throughout the evening
Live violin performance during dinner
Views of Istanbul from the upper open deck

What's included

Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard during the cruise
Live violin show performed during dinner
Unlimited soft drinks and tea served all evening
Dinner including cold starters, salad, main course, and bottled water depending on menu
Bosphorus city views from the upper open deck
Traditional night show with belly dance, folk, dervish, and DJ performances
Round-trip hotel transfers with air-conditioned vehicles if included in selected package

What's not included

Gratuities for staff
Alcoholic drinks beyond two included in Silver/Gold alcoholic menus, extras sold at bar
Professional photos taken onboard available for purchase
Hotel transfers if not included in package
Personal expenses such as souvenirs and snacks

Itinerary

1

Dolmabahce Palace

Dolmabahçe Palace is a 19th-century Ottoman palace located on the Bosphorus waterfront in Istanbul. It features a combination of European and Ottoman architectural styles and served as the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire.

2

Çırağan Palace

Çırağan Palace is a historic mid-19th-century palace on the Bosphorus shore in Istanbul. It blends neoclassical and Ottoman architecture and has functioned as a royal residence and event venue. It now operates as a luxury hotel.

3

Ortakoy

Ortaköy Mosque, built in the 19th century, is a neo-baroque mosque on the Bosphorus shore in Istanbul’s Ortaköy neighborhood. Known for its detailed ornamentation and central dome, it is a notable landmark along the waterfront.

4

Bosphorus Bridge

The Bosphorus Bridge, also called the 15 July Martyrs Bridge, is a suspension bridge completed in 1973 that connects the European and Asian sides of Istanbul across the Bosphorus Strait.

5

Rumeli Fortress

Rumeli Hisarı is a 15th-century fortress on Istanbul’s European side built by Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror. It has massive stone walls and towers arranged in a triangular layout facing the Bosphorus and includes a courtyard and historical exhibits.

6

Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge

The Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, also known as the Second Bosphorus Bridge, is a suspension bridge completed in 1988 that connects the European and Asian sides of Istanbul. It is named after the Ottoman Sultan who conquered Constantinople.

7

Anadolu Hisari Fort

Anadolu Hisarı is a 14th-century fortress on Istanbul’s Asian shore built to control the Bosphorus. It has strong stone walls and watchtowers in a triangular layout and now functions as a historical site and public park.

8

Kucuksu Pavilion

Küçüksu Pavilion is a 19th-century palace on Istanbul’s Asian side along the Bosphorus. Built as a hunting lodge and retreat for Ottoman sultans, it combines European and Ottoman styles and is open as a museum with ornate interiors.

9

Beylerbeyi Palace

Beylerbeyi Palace is a 19th-century Ottoman summer residence and guest house for dignitaries located on the Asian Bosphorus shore. Completed in 1865, it features European and Ottoman architectural elements and landscaped gardens overlooking the water.

10

KIz Kulesi

Kız Kulesi, or Maiden’s Tower, is an ancient tower on a small islet in the Bosphorus near Istanbul’s Asian side. It has served as a lighthouse and fortress and is accessible by boat with panoramic views from its observation deck.

Meeting point

Our port name is KABATAŞ. The port is close to the Dolmabahçe Palace. You can take the T1 tram and get off at the last stop (Kabataş). The ship's name is Turnatour and it's orange-colored.

End point

Our port name is KABATAŞ. The port is close to the Dolmabahçe Palace. You can take the T1 tram and get off at the last stop (Kabataş). The ship's name is Turnatour and it's orange-colored.

Languages

English (audio)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Reachable by public transport
Infant seats are available
Suitable for all fitness levels
Total
$116.55Save 10% vs Viator