Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Live Show

istanbul Bosphorus dinner cruise, right in between Europe and Asia watch the sunset over the Bosphorus Strait and cruise under Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge absorb the illuminated majesty of iconic istanbul landmarks at night Feast upon a delectable course meal inspired by Turkish culinary classics Sip on unlimited drinks from an onboard bar Enjoy vibrant onboard entertainment like belly dancing, dervish dance folkloric shows performed by a professional dancers team.

Begin your 3.5-hours Bosphorus dinner cruise with either a coach pickup from your hotel or join your guide at the port. Then, board your festive boat for a sightseeing cruise of the Bosphorus Strait and see the monument-laden European and Asian coastlines. To help you settle in, grab a complimentary drink from the cabin bar, and then pick your favorite viewpoint to gaze out at istanbul’s stunning monuments.

See the Blue Mosque, Maiden's Tower and Dolmabahce Palace glow gold at sunset. As dusk turns to nightfall see the last slivers of light illuminate Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, famously known for connecting the two continents.

Continue your evening cruise with traditional Turkish fare and relish unlimited drinks served from your friendly host. See the sample menu on the itinerary. As you sip your drink comfortably, the folklore show will begin.

Enjoy this exciting performance of music and dancing which sheds light on the city’s Anatolian culture. As the show picks up, get ready for classic belly dancing with playful twists and shakes enjoyed by all. Once the show is over, spend the last few minutes admiring the sparkling city as your boat arrives at the port. Next, either head back to your hotel by coach or continue your evening from here at your leisure.

Janissary Band of Musicians: Feel the power of the sound of drums, horns, and bells.

Whirling Dervish: The Sema Ceremony represents the human being’s spiritual journey and we bring you a hint of one of the remarkable ways to achieve this: the way of Rumi, the great Muslim mystic and poet.

Belly Dancer: Let us surround you with Turkish dance culture and sense the richness of Turkish music and dance.

Turkish Folk Dance: We proudly present the rich Turkish folcloric traditions which have been kept alive for centuries due to the characteristics of Turkish people

Belly Dancer: Let us surround you with Turkish dance culture and sense the richness of Turkish music and dance.

Turkish Folk Dance: We proudly present the rich Turkish folcloric traditions which have been kept alive for centuries due to the characteristics of Turkish people

Belly Dancer: The queen of the belly dance, best belly dance performance.

Starter:Turkish hors d'oeuvres dish
Between: The speciality of the day
Main Dishes: Grilled spring chicken breast or Grilled lean young lamb shish kebap
From Our Garden: Seasonal Salad
Delicious Desserts and Fruit: Selected Turkish sweet or Seasonal Fresh Fruits or Fresh Fruit salad
Cheers: Unlimited local alcohol or soft drinks

(Vegetarian Meals available abord. Please specify that you prefer to have veg meal while making your booking)

• Please note that pickup and drop-off is only available for hotels on the European side of the city center (Sultanahmet, Kabatas, Taksim, Şişhane, Karaköy, Sirkeci, Yenikapı, Laleli, Pera, Şişli, Nişantaşı, Aksaray, Eninönü, Cemberlitaş, Beyazıt, Harbiye, Beyoğlu)
• Please note that pickup time is approximate and depends on your hotel's location. It may be half an hour later than the stated starting time
• Dress Code: Comfortable athletic clothing.
• Confirmation for this tour will be received within 1 hour after submiting the booking form
• 5-7 yrs %30 discount / 0-4 yrs Free

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise and Turkish Night Show all Questions & Answers

How do we request pick up from the hotel?

You do not need to request a pick-up from the hotel, our staff will pick you up after you make your reservation.

Is the Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night suitable for small children?

It depends on how old are children. This tour lasts until late (till 23:45) and alcoholic drinks included. Our advice is that you are over 7 years old.

If don't have a visa or credit card, How I can book this cruise..is it possible to pay by cash?

In our Travel agency (Acetes Travel) you don't need any credit card you can make your reservation easily without credit cards, you can pay cash during the tour.

Where and when we will be pick-up for Bosphorus dinner cruise with Turkish night?

We pick up from Centrally located hotels in istanbul (Sultanahmet, Kabatas, Taksim, Şişhane, Karaköy, Sirkeci, Yenikapı, Laleli, Pera, Şişli, Nişantaşı, Aksaray). We are going to pick-up you from the hotel between 19:00 / 20:00

What type of entertainment, beverage, and foods on the Bosphorus dinner and Turkish Night?

In the Bosphorus dinner and Turkish Night, you will have the opportunity to watch Folk Dance, Henna Ceremony, Whirling Dervish, Belly Dance, Turkish Live Music, Gypsy Dance, and other Turkish cultural shows.

For the beverage and foods you will test Turkish hors d'oeuvres dish, Grilled chicken breast or Grilled lean young lamb shish kebab, Seasonal Salad, Selected Turkish sweet or Seasonal Fresh Fruits or Fresh Fruit salad, Unlimited local alcohol or soft drinks.

Also Vegetarian Meals available. Pasta, pizza with vegetables, hors d'oeuvres, salata and more...

What is Turkish Night?

Turkish night is a kind of night that Turkish culture and food is served. This activity, which is usually offered by tour companies, is given in the restaurant or in the Bosphorus. In these tours what you can have a lot of fun, chance and to see Turkish cuisine and culture.

The most popular one is the istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with the Turkish Night Show. You can see historical landmarks from the Ottoman and Byzantine periods in the Bosphorus, you will have the opportunity to have your drinks and eat your meals with wonderful entertainment.

In this tour, belly dancing, whirling dervishes, Asuk-Masuk, which are generally found in Turkish culture, are given by music.

What is Turkish Belly Dance?

Oriental dance is a traditional Middle Eastern dance. In the West, it is known as belly dance, while in Greece and the Balkans it is known as a particle. Female dancers are called belly dancers and men are called zenne.

In all the ancient civilizations, goddesses are seen symbolizing abundance. For example, Mylitta, Isis, Ashtoreth, Ishtar, Hathor, Aphrodite, Venus, and Ceres. It is a traditional barefoot dance. This is based on the fact that the dancer's direct contact with the Mother Earth is never interrupted.

Belly dance is designed according to the characteristics of the female body. It is suitable for the best female body with abdominal muscles, hip movements, and chest movements. It is a strict and rigid dance with lean feet touching the ground. The fluent, smooth, complex and expressive movements of the human body, the character of dance with the variety of shaking and fluctuation movements occur.

East dances are dances based on the movement of muscles, as opposed to the west-based dances. So the steps are very delicate and never jump, contact with the soil is always protected. Oriental, rhythm accompanied by a more lucid body.