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Worst experience & unfriendly service only few fornt tables can see show other guest money wasted shouldn’t pay only food & boat ride
Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Drinks and Shows
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3–4 hours
- Price from
- $39 / person
- Location
- Istanbul, Türkiye
- Rating
- 4.1 / 5 · 210 reviews
- Languages
- AR, EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 200
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Pereme Tours
- Meeting point
- Please arrive to Kabatas Port and our representative will welcome you to our boat named '' Pereme '' . The port is 5 minutes walking from Dolmabahçe Palace . The port is with easy access by T1 tram line from Beyazıt-Grand Bazaar , Sultanahmet, Karaköy ,Eminönü or by F1 Funicular line from Taksim
Description
Have a unique and authentic dinner while cruising along the Bosphorus Strait. Take in the magnificent views of the coastal shores of Istanbul, complimented by the delicious flavors offered by a rich variety of Turkish food. The boat trip offers multiple landmarks of great cultural importance; the Dolmabahce Palace, Ortakoy Mosque, the Ciragan Palace, Rumeli Fortress, the Bosphorus Bridge, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, Beylerbeyi Palace, seaside mansions, and the Maidens Tower. After dinner, you will witness an impressive dance show including folklore and belly dancing, as well as international songs played by the night's DJ. Our Dinner Menu will be with ,Cold Starters (Traditional Turkish Appetizers),Fresh Seasonal Salad,Entree Starter (Potato Croquettes) and Entree to choose from one of ; Grilled Fish served with arugula, onion and lemon or Grilled Chicken Steak served with rice and potatoes or Grilled Meat Ball served with rice and potatoes or Mushroom Sauced Pasta.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:30 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 4+)
- $39
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Dolmabahce Palace
Dolmabahçe Palace located in the Beşiktaş district of Istanbul, Turkey, on the European coast of the Bosporus strait, served as the main administrative center of the Ottoman Empire from 1856 to 1887 and from 1909 to 1922.
Çırağan Palace (Turkish: Çırağan Sarayı), a former Ottoman palace, is now a five-star hotel in the Kempinski Hotels chain.
Ortakoy
Ortaköy is a lively area centered on its waterfront square, where crowds gather to listen to impromptu concerts or sip tea on cafe terraces. Stands serving waffles or kumpir (stuffed baked potatoes) share busy alleys with souvenir stalls. The ornate, light-filled Ortaköy Camii mosque sits at the water’s edge in the shadow of the Bosphorus Bridge
Rumeli Fortress
Rumelihisarı (also known as Rumelian Fortress and Roumeli Hissar Fortress[1]) or Boğazkesen Fortress (literally 'strait-cutter fortress') is a medieval Ottoman fortress located in Istanbul, Turkey, on a series of hills on the European banks of the Bosphorus. The fortress also lends its name to the immediate neighborhood around it in the city's Sarıyer district.
Bosphorus Bridge
The Bosphorus Bridge (Turkish: Boğaziçi Köprüsü), known officially as the 15 July Martyrs Bridge (Turkish: 15 Temmuz Şehitler Köprüsü) and colloquially as the First Bridge (Turkish: Birinci Köprü), is the southernmost of the three suspension bridges spanning the Bosphorus strait (Turkish: Boğaziçi) in Istanbul, Turkey, thus connecting Europe and Asia (alongside Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge and Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge). The bridge extends between Ortaköy (in Europe) and Beylerbeyi (in Asia).
Bosphorus Strait
The Bosporus or Bosphorus Strait is a natural strait and an internationally significant waterway located in Istanbul, Turkey. The Bosporus connects the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara and forms one of the continental boundaries between Asia and Europe.
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
The Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge ("Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror Bridge"; Turkish: Fatih Sultan Mehmet Köprüsü, abbreviated as F.S.M. Köprüsü), also known as the Second Bosphorus Bridge (İkinci Köprü), is a bridge in Istanbul, Turkey spanning the Bosphorus strait (Turkish: Boğaziçi). When completed in 1988, it was the 5th-longest suspension bridge span in the world.
Beylerbeyi Palace
The Beylerbeyi Palace is located in the Beylerbeyi neighbourhood of Üsküdar district in Istanbul, Turkey, at the Asian side of the Bosphorus. An imperial Ottoman summer residence built between 1861 and 1865, it is now situated immediately north of the first Bosphorus Bridge
KIz Kulesi
The Maiden's Tower (Turkish: Kız Kulesi), also known as Leander's Tower (Tower of Leandros) since the Byzantine period, is a tower on a small islet at the southern entrance of the Bosphorus strait, 200 m (220 yd) from the coast of Üsküdar in Istanbul, Turkey.
What's included
Included
Hotel Pickup and Drop-off ( choose the option )
2 Local Alcoholic Drinks ( choose the option )
Dessert and Fruit
Mixed Plate of Turkish Appetizers
DJ Performance
Dance Shows and Ryhthm Show ( Belly Dancer , Whirling Dervish , Folklore and more )
Unlimited Soft Drinks and Turkish Coffee and Tea
Main course to choose : Mix Grilled Meat or Grilled Fish or Mushroom Sauced Pasta
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.1
210 reviews
How it compares in Istanbul
- Starting price $39 is 32% below the typical $57 for tours of similar length in Istanbul
Excurgo comparison of 3,623 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Vegetarian option available on request
- Minimum age to consume Alcoholic Drinks is 18 years old .
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Drinks and Shows take?
Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Drinks and Shows lasts about 3–4 hours. The itinerary has 9 stops.
How much does Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Drinks and Shows cost?
Prices start at $39 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Drinks and Shows run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 PM.
Can I cancel Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Drinks and Shows for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Harbour Suites Old City.
What languages is Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Drinks and Shows offered in?
The experience is available in AR, EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 200 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Drinks and Shows worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 210 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Pereme Tours.
Reviews(210)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
M
Good solid experience
It's a great experience to enjoy the night. You have dinner and small shows thoughtout the ride. Don't expect to see the sunset. It's starts at 20:30 and you don't leave the dock before 21:00. If I could leave a suggestion is to start the cruise an hour early or even at 19h to enjoy the sunset. Try to have money with you, it is expected to tip the performers and staff.
D
Nicest people and great fun
If I could give them 10 stars, I would. The people running the tour went above and beyond to accommodate me and my wheelchair. Kindest, friendliest people I have met yet. Fun adventure with a beautiful show. I cannot recommend this more.
H
Don’t do it !
Unfortunately cannot recommend this night river tour. Of course the nature beauty from the boat is beautiful but that’s where the joy ends. The food - atrocious. The music - thumping. The “entertainment “ - ok. But when the belly dancer worked her way around the room expecting tips in her bra that was it. Zero air in the room so it quickly became a hot, humid disgusting environment. We ended up having to leave the room and sit in the cold upstairs.
A
To flee!!!
VERY disappointing experience, the food was not good , our table was very misplaced, we saw nothing of the show. We were also on the inside of the boat , so we could not see the shore we were along. Hassan, the waiter was nice to the point of tipping, he probably considered it not high enough for his performance. I really advise against it! Run away!
I
Dinner on the bosphorus
Dinner and the show were not bad at all, if they were slow to leave we were waiting sitting at our table like 1 hour since we arrived. The driver's attention to hotel pickup and drop-off was exceptionally friendly.
T
Worst Experience
Worst Experience and Staff is non cooperative and have high attitude and not listening to guest - Dont book with this company
M
Very bad experience
Very bad experience. Avoid this boat, as the food is disgusting, and the staff are unfriendly toward tourists. Don’t waste your money on this experience. You can take photos of the Bosphorus from many other restaurants or public places.
P
Great evening
We had lovely time on our dinner cruise thanx to sef Ahmed and our new friend Resat who took really good care of us! Definitely recommended
Y
Really lousy
Terrible experience - the food barely edible, even disgusting, “drink as much as you want of non-alcoholic drink” was not possible as the waiters did not take orders. Most mediocre show, in between music at such a high level that half of the travelers fled onto the deck. Could not stay in the room without earplugs. Short cruise that didn't go past the Golden Horn but just north. Really lousy experience.
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