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Soft DrinksSocial & budget-friendly for solo travelers.
Unlimited Soft Drinks
Experience Istanbul's most unforgettable evening with a luxury Bosphorus Dinner Cruise, delicious dinner, authentic Turkish Night Show, panoramic Bosphorus views and premium hospitality.
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With self-arrival · Hotel pickup at standard price
A great evening on the Bosphorus starts with making the right choice.
With more than 30 years in tourism, we help guests navigate Istanbul’s many dinner cruise options with honest advice, local knowledge and personal assistance — before and after booking.
GBosphorus is a reservation and ticket service working with Istanbul boat operators. Your cruise is provided by the confirmed operating partner.
We recommend the experience that suits you — not simply the most expensive package.
Direct relationships with Istanbul’s boat operators help us solve special requests and last-minute details.
Shared, private, stage-front or VIP — choose the experience that matches your evening and budget.
Questions before your cruise? Captain Bosphorus and our team are here to help with booking, pickup and special requests.
This is more than a dinner cruise.
As you sail between Europe and Asia, Istanbul’s imperial palaces, waterfront mansions, mosques, fortresses and bridges unfold around you — monuments shaped by Byzantine emperors, Ottoman sultans and the modern Republic.
Discover the landmarks to watch for during your evening on the Bosphorus.
Built for Sultan Abdülmecid as a new imperial residence and administrative centre, Dolmabahçe Palace reflected the Ottoman Empire’s growing European architectural influence in the 19th century. It later became closely associated with Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, who spent his final days here.
Look for its monumental white waterfront façade — one of the grandest sights near the beginning of the cruise.
You are not simply cruising through Istanbul. You are sailing through centuries of its history.
As the Bosphorus lights up around you, the stage comes alive with dance, music and traditions from across Türkiye. From the energy of the belly dancers to the hypnotic Whirling Dervish, every performance brings a different rhythm to your evening.
Dinner is only part of the night. The show continues around you as you sail between two continents.
The signature energy of the night.
A symbolic presentation inspired by the centuries-old Mevlevi Sufi tradition.
A colourful celebration inspired by traditional Turkish wedding customs.
Fast-paced choreography, powerful movement and dramatic rhythms.
Traditional rhythms and regional dances from across Türkiye.
Colourful, energetic and driven by infectious rhythms.
A lively ensemble performance that brings the stage to life.
The performances may finish, but the music keeps the Bosphorus night going.
Stage-Front and VIP Stage-Front seating put you closer to the performances.
View Stage-Front Options →Get into the mood before you board with our Istanbul Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show playlist.
Choose hotel pickup from selected areas of Istanbul, or meet us directly at Kabataş Pier. Either way, we’ll make sure you know exactly where to be and when.
Pickup availability depends on where you are staying in Istanbul.
Round-trip · Per vehicle
Taksim · Beyoğlu · Beşiktaş · Şişli · Karaköy · Sultanahmet · Sirkeci · Aksaray · Fatih
Private transfer may be available depending on your location.
Enter your hotel during booking and we'll help confirm the available pickup option.
Real experiences from guests who joined us for dinner, Turkish Night Show and an evening on the Bosphorus.
“The boat ride food and service was great. I would recommend it to everyone. It was my first experience in Istanbul.”
“Excellent night out with good food and entertaining Turkish show with belly dancing. Good services and beautiful night scenes.”
“The cruise experience was very nice! The show was great and very entertaining. The food was delicious”
Everything you need to know about booking, dinner, shows, pickup and your evening on the Bosphorus.
Choose your package, date and guest details and send your reservation request. We confirm availability and any pickup details before your booking is completed.
Same-day booking may be possible depending on availability and pickup timing. Send your request as early as possible so the team can confirm whether space is available.
Yes. Pay on Board allows eligible hotel pickup at the standard package price. Choose self-arrival with Pay on Board to save €10 per adult; children and infants do not receive an additional €10 discount. Pay Online has a separate 10% offer.
Yes. Reservations can be cancelled for a full refund up to 24 hours before the cruise.
Yes. Your reservation is confirmed after availability and any required operational or pickup details have been checked.
Choose based on your preferred table, show view and dining experience. Shared Table is the budget option, Private Table gives your party its own table, Stage-Front places you closer to the show and VIP adds the premium dining experience.
Stage-Front seating places your private table closer to the performance area and is a good choice if the Turkish Night Show is a priority.
VIP Stage-Front combines seating close to the performances with the VIP dinner menu and unlimited local alcoholic drinks.
Stage-Front is a popular choice for couples who want a private table and a closer view of the performances, while VIP is suited to guests looking for a more premium evening.
Yes. Dinner is included, with a selection of starters, salad, a choice of main course and dessert.
Yes. Main-course choices include fish, chicken shish, meatballs and a vegetarian option.
Yes. Soft drinks are included with the dinner cruise packages.
Selected alcoholic packages include 2 local alcoholic drinks. The VIP package includes unlimited local alcoholic drinks.
Yes. A vegetarian main-course option is available. Guests with allergies or other dietary requirements should add them to the reservation request so the team can review the request in advance.
Yes. The evening includes the Turkish Night Show with a programme of traditional and modern entertainment.
The programme includes Belly Dance, Whirling Dervish, Henna Show, Caucasian Dance, Turkish Folk Dance, Gypsy Dance, Belly Dancer Group and DJ Entertainment.
Stage-Front and VIP Stage-Front seating place your table closer to the performance area.
Families are welcome on the dinner cruise, and the programme combines dinner, sightseeing, music and live performances throughout the evening.
No. The cruise does not include guided narration. Guests enjoy the Bosphorus views, dinner and entertainment as the boat sails through Istanbul.
Free round-trip pickup is available from selected central Istanbul areas including Taksim, Beyoğlu, Beşiktaş, Şişli, Karaköy, Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, Aksaray and Fatih.
Private transfer may be available for locations outside the free pickup area. Price depends on the location and must be confirmed separately.
No. Hotel pickup is not available from the Asian Side. Please meet us directly at Dentur Avrasya Kabataş Pier.
Transfer is not available from areas outside the current pickup service zones. You can meet us directly at Kabataş Pier.
Yes. Self-arrival is available at Dentur Avrasya Kabataş Pier. Pay On Board guests who self-arrive without hotel pickup receive €10 off per adult.
The cruise departs from Dentur Avrasya Kabataş Pier in Istanbul.
Boarding is usually around 8:30–8:45 PM, with departure at approximately 8:45 PM. Allow extra time rather than planning to arrive at the last minute.
The evening lasts approximately 3 hours, with the boat usually returning to Kabataş around 11:45 PM–12:00 AM.
The route offers views of landmarks including Dolmabahçe Palace, Çırağan Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, the Bosphorus Bridge, Beylerbeyi Palace, Rumeli Fortress, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge and the Maiden’s Tower.
Yes. The Bosphorus separates the European and Asian sides of Istanbul, and the cruise sails through this historic waterway between the two continents.
Smart casual clothing is recommended. Bring an extra layer in cooler weather, especially if you plan to spend time on the outdoor deck.
Please allow enough time to reach the pier for boarding around 8:30–8:45 PM. Departure is approximately 8:45 PM.
Yes. Children are welcome. Children aged 3–8 receive a 50% discount, and infants aged 0–2 join free.
Yes. Paid parking is available a short walk from the Kabataş departure point. Space availability is not guaranteed.
Yes. Dinner cruises operate throughout the year, and the indoor areas are heated during winter. Bring warm layers if you plan to spend time outside.
Explore our complete FAQ guide or ask Captain Bosphorus for help with your cruise.