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.
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From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 21.
When it comes to Istanbul, one of the most important and well-known landmarks has to be the splendid Bosphorus. It is the reason Istanbul is known as the “the city between two continents.” The Bosphorus Strait is a natural waterway that runs through Istanbul, dividing the city into two continents. The Bosphorus connects Europe and Asia via the Sea of Marmara.
Istanbul is standing between two continents: Asia and Europe. Bosphorus and Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridges are the two main bridges linking these two continents.
The historical fortress that is erected by the orders of Fatih Sultan Mehmet is another landmark of The Bos.phorus Strait. Rumeli Fortress is now serving as a facility including a lot of cafes and restaurants.
Located on the Anatolian side of the Bosphorus, it is the neighbor of the Rumeli Fortress. Built by the orders of Sultan Bayezid, it not only added a new beauty to the city silhoutte, it was also used for security purposes. With its ancient look and mysterious atmosphere, Anatolian Fortress is another landmark of the mesmerizing Istanbul while we take a dinner tour along the Bosphorus.
The Maiden's Tower, that is also known as Leander's Tower since the medieval Byzantine period, is a tower built on a small islet right across the coast of Uskudar. One of the most famous symbols of the city, Maiden’s Tower stand alone in the sea like a beautiful, graceful woman. It is considered one of the most romantic spots of the city and it witnesses many celebrations, engagements, proposals, etc… It is the subject of a many mysterious and romantic folk stories. During our Bosphorus Dinner Cruise, we will have the chance to take a look at this amazing structure while having the best time with delicious food and unlimited entertainment.
The glamorous Beylerbeyi Palace is located on the Asian part of the Bosphorus in the Beylerbeyi neighborhood of Istanbul. Located really close to the Bosphorus Bridge, it is one of the most chic buildings of Istanbul, the pearl of the Bosphorus Strait. Commissioned by the Sultan Abdulaziz of Ottoman Empire, it was originally built as a summer vacation palace for the imperial family. The luxurious and elegant interiors greatly complements the outer surroundings. It is a feast fort he eye, while cruising along the Bosphorus.
The royal Dolmabahce Palace is one of the main attractions that we will see whileon board. This elegant mansion of the Bosphorus is one of the most marvelous symbolic of Istanbul representing the Ottoman Empire’s 19th century architectural advancements.
Our transfer zones: Fatih, Beyoglu, Sisli and Besiktas. For neighborhoods outside this scope, shuttle transfer is not valid. At the time of booking let us know your hotel name and location. We will inform you about your pickup time from your hotel via Whatsapp or E-mail in the morning of the day of your reservation.
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Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise: Live Folk Dance & DJ Experience lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
Prices start at $27 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 5 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 PM.
Children aged 4–6 pay from $17, adults from $27. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Our transfer zones: Fatih, Beyoglu, Sisli and Besiktas. For neighborhoods outside this scope, shuttle transfer is not valid. At the time of booking let us know your hotel name and location. We will inform you about your pickup time from your hotel via Whatsapp or E-mail in the morning of the day of your reservation. Pickup points include Harbour Suites Old City.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 200 participants.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 1,453 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Bosporus Cruise.
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We were given a location from our ship to meet the van driver . It was quite a walk and he was very late Once on the boat we were surprised to find at least 300 others ! In 4 long rows . Food was not good . Waiters did their best . Wine (included) was awful . Could only see the heads and hats of the people in show . Sorry it was not good Very disappointing
Enjoyable evening sailing and loved the entertainment. Disorganised as we didn’t receive message iof name of boat and we beeded to speak to all the different boats
Excellent value for money, good was great, views stunning & great e tertainment
It is something different from the usual, it is a cruise on the Bosphorus with dinner included, we went on the Layali Shamia and although we had a reservation, it was difficult to make ourselves understood, the dinner, a single dish, and traditional music and dance... it is worth seeing... there is just one problem, and that is that the bathrooms were terribly dirty and had an indescribable smell...
Entertaining evening with dinner and dancing. Belly dancing was too long but otherwise the dance performance was varied. A little hard to see their feet and the music too loud at times. Dinner was okay but nothing special. Great views of the city and bridges. Overall, worth the price.
Good experience. Dinner was ok. Entertainment very good. Variety of local dances. Dessert and tea served during dancing was good.
Was not impressed. Food quite good as was the orgaisation and trans port. But the experience on board was variable. To much chatter from compere. Dervisers and dancers ok. River trip ok but very growded on board and no where to go to see views or get some air. Sound extremely loud and flashing lights too much. Finally disco dancing for an hour before docking a waste of time/
The dinner offered is extremely limited and if you'd like to choose anything else from the menu, you must pay extra fees $15 or more including the dessert
Dear Kumiko, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are sorry that the experience did not fully match your expectations. We would like to clarify that all items included in the booked package were provided exactly as described during reservation. Our dinner cruise operates with a fixed included menu, while some premium dishes and additional selections are available optionally for guests who wish to upgrade their experience. These extras are not mandatory and do not affect the included service. We appreciate your feedback and will continue working to make package details even clearer for future guests. We hope to welcome you again in Istanbul.
This was a great cruise. Very attentive server. Great atmosphere and excellent value for money. We booked a window seat table with all inclusive drinks. Entertainment was good, traditional music and dancers. 3 hr cruise well worth the money
Dear Julie, Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for choosing to spend your evening with us on the Bosphorus. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere, entertainment, service, and especially your window table experience with unlimited drinks. Your kind words mean a lot to our team and motivate us to continue creating memorable nights for our guests. We hope to welcome you back again on your next visit to Istanbul! Warm regards, Bosphorus Cruise Team
An unforgettable night on the Bosphorus with breathtaking views and a magical atmosphere. The traditional dances were captivating, the food was delicious and plentiful, and the service was attentive throughout the entire experience. Everything was perfectly organized, making it a truly enjoyable and seamless evening.
Dear Guest, Thank you for your beautiful review and for sharing your experience with us. We are truly happy to know that the Bosphorus views, traditional performances, food, and our team helped make your evening unforgettable. Creating seamless and memorable experiences is exactly what we aim for, and your feedback means a great deal to all of us. We look forward to welcoming you again for another magical night in Istanbul. Warm regards, Bosphorus Cruise Team
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| Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise: Live Folk Dance & DJ Experience | 3 hours | 4.5 (1,453) | $27 | |
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