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Bosphorus Dinner Cruise: Night Views
4.5
1,324 Ratings
Beyoğlu
Embark on a unique dining experience on the Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise. Indulge in delicious food, unlimited drinks, and captivating entertainment while cruising between the European and Asian continents.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Bosphorus Strait - One of Istanbul’s most significant and renowned landmarks is the magnificent Bosphorus. This natural waterway, which divides Istanbul into two continents, is why the city is known as “the city between two continents.” The Bosphorus connects Europe and Asia via the Sea of Marmara.
- Bosphorus Bridge - Istanbul straddles two continents: Asia and Europe. The Bosphorus and Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridges are the primary bridges connecting these two continents.
- Rumeli Fortress - This historic fortress, built by the orders of Fatih Sultan Mehmet, is another notable landmark of the Bosphorus Strait. Today, Rumeli Fortress houses numerous cafes and restaurants.
- Anadolu Hisari Fort - Situated on the Anatolian side of the Bosphorus, this fort neighbors the Rumeli Fortress. Commissioned by Sultan Bayezid, it not only enhanced the city’s silhouette but also served security purposes. With its ancient appearance and mysterious ambiance, Anadolu Hisari Fort is another captivating landmark of Istanbul, especially during a dinner tour along the Bosphorus.
- KIz Kulesi - Also known as Leander’s Tower since the medieval Byzantine period, the Maiden’s Tower is built on a small islet off the coast of Uskudar. As one of the city’s most iconic symbols, the Maiden’s Tower stands alone in the sea, resembling a beautiful, graceful woman. It is considered one of the city’s most romantic spots, witnessing numerous celebrations, engagements, and proposals. The tower is the subject of many mysterious and romantic folk tales. During our Bosphorus Dinner Cruise, we will have the opportunity to admire this stunning structure while enjoying delicious food and unlimited entertainment.
- Beylerbeyi Palace - The opulent Beylerbeyi Palace is located on the Asian side of the Bosphorus in Istanbul’s Beylerbeyi neighborhood. Close to the Bosphorus Bridge, it is one of Istanbul’s most elegant buildings, often referred to as the pearl of the Bosphorus Strait. Commissioned by Sultan Abdulaziz of the Ottoman Empire, it was originally built as a summer residence for the imperial family. The luxurious and sophisticated interiors perfectly complement the exterior surroundings, making it a visual delight while cruising along the Bosphorus.
- Dolmabahce Palace - The majestic Dolmabahce Palace is one of the main attractions we will see while on board. This splendid mansion on the Bosphorus is a prime example of the Ottoman Empire’s 19th-century architectural achievements.
What's Included
- Private Table
- Hotel pick up and drop off with comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles (depending on option)
- Dinner
- Unlimited soft drinks
- Turkish dances and shows & DJ performance
What's Not Included
- Tips
- Services that are not mentioned on Included part
- Photo Shoot
Additional Information
A dinner with dance shows on the Bosphorus.
Food and entertainment… This combination never fails to guarantee having a great time. Especially, when accompanied by the mesmerizing Istanbul views at night, you will experience an unforgettable dinner cruise with us.
We are inviting you to feast on amazing foods with unlimited alcoholic drinks while cruising along the European and Asian continents of Istanbul and enjoying traditional Turkish dances and shows with us.
Highlights
• Discover the Bosphorus Strait, while cruising between European and Asian sides of Istanbul
• Watch traditional dances as well as Latin dances and enjoy live DJ performance while cruising
• Admire the iconic palaces standing along the strait
The boat will be ready to the pier at 08:00 pm. When you get on the boat, your appetizers are ready on the table and you can order drinks.
The boat leaves the pier at 08:30 pm. And it’s back at around 11:30 pm. The average tour duration is 3 hours.
- Show performances and dinner service are held in the indoor area on the first floor.
Location
Kabataş
The guests are expected to be at the meeting point at 20.00
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Caryc_l
Sep 23, 2024
Oh what a gorgeous night!! - Everything was wonderful - the food, the drinks, and of course the dancing!!
Our wait staff was extremely attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed.
The light show on the Bosphorus was something that we did not expect. It was so cool to see Turkish symbols and lights play off the structure!
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432tedig
Sep 22, 2024
Evening well spent - The cruise is very nicely organised. We enjoyed our meal and the entertainment program. It was fun and also the views are amazing. Absolutely recommend you to spend your evening on this cruise.
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Elhama386
Sep 21, 2024
Exceptional - Well coordinated, smooth transfer system. Good coaches and welcoming staff. Overall nice to experience and enjoy the night with the lived ones!
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Allan
Sep 21, 2024
Great experience! - Had a great time oboard with great food, traditional dances! Really enjoyed the dinner cruise with amazing view! Would for sure recommend to do the trip!
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Allanholm_p
Sep 16, 2024
Great experience! - Had a great time onboard with great entertainment and good food! Be prepared for a great evening with traditional dance and good food. Would recommend it! :)
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Ike
Sep 13, 2024
Excellent Experience - This was a fun experience, I thoroughly enjoyed it! The fun was great, service was good, music was so much fun and the entertainment was so good. I recommend it!
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Trail61492704944
Sep 12, 2024
Fabulous cruising night - Really amazing pick up and drop off. Food was nice traditional 👌
And the shows was amazing!
A real tastes turkey
Unforgettable experience
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Road551229
Sep 22, 2024
Great, just one thing - We enjoyed it. My suggestion is to control better the tour guides. I know they want to take are of their groups, but some can be rude. Ours was punctual and nice.
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837tonkat
Sep 19, 2024
Try it… Beautiful Bosphorus Dinner Cruise! - The views were beautiful! The ship was a little older than many of the others at the dock but it was still very nice. The food was decent, you have 3 option of a fish, meat or chicken ( all were good). The staff were very friendly and nice. The beauty of the Bosphorus and the ancient sites you see is worth this trip for sure.
They had a few types of alcohol choices, beer, and red and white wine.
The entertainment was not as we expected. There were two belly dancers. One belly dancer that danced for a long time and was working the room for tips. We hoped to see traditional group of Turkish Twirling men and there weren’t any as the advertising pictures showed. The music was so loud that many people had to go out on deck to be able to hear.
It was a beautiful night for a cruise, the weather was perfect. I wouldn’t do it again. But, I would definitely say to others, IT IS A GOOD VALUE FOR SURE! Great for folks that have never done such a thing and a bucket list adventure for sure ❤️🌻
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592keny
Sep 24, 2024
Tourist Trap, horrible food - The bad:
Food was horrible! Appetizers were more like sauces that came with packaged convenience store bread. 4 salty pieces of Turkish meatballs that were previously frozen for dinner. Dessert was 1 piece of balakava. Everyone on the boat is smoking so you get second hand smoke the entire time you're there. The cruise was longer than expected and felt like we were stuck on a boat by the end. We didn't dock until 11:30pm and didn't get back to our hotel until 12:15am.
The okay:
Views were good as you're sailing around the river.
Performances were okay.
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