Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Drinks and Shows
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September 2026
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4.1/5
Based on 208 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Drinks and Shows worth booking?
Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Drinks and Shows is a 3-hour experience in Istanbul, Turkey, from $34 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 208 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 4.1/5 (208)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $34 per person
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 fo
What you get
About this experience
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.
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
- Dinner
What you'll see and do
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.
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Çırağan Palace (Turkish: Çırağan Sarayı), a former Ottoman palace, is now a five-star hotel in the Kempinski Hotels chain.
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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
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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.
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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).
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Istanbul
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
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 120 minutes before departure.
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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
Options you can book
Alcoholic Drinks No Pickup
Inclusive 2 alcoholic drinks No pick up & drop-off: In this option, 2 alcoholic and unlimited soft drinks are included , but not the pickup and drop-off
Soft Drinks with No Pick up
Inclusive of soft drinks No pick up & drop-off: In this option , unlimited soft drinks are included , but alcoholic drinks and pick up & drop-off are not included .
Alcholic Drinks and Pickup
Inclusive 2 Alcoholic Drinks Inclusive of Pickup & Drop-off Pickup included
Soft Drinks and Pickup
Unlimited Soft Drinks Included Pickup and Drop-off Included Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Pereme Tours
Know before you go
- 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 .
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 208 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
8 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
208 verified traveler reviews for Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Drinks and Shows. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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.
via Viator
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.
via Viator
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.
via Tripadvisor
Worst Experience
Worst Experience and Staff is non cooperative and have high attitude and not listening to guest - Dont book with this company
via Tripadvisor
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.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $34 to $62
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 73
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 64
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Drinks and Shows: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Istanbul.
How much does Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Drinks and Shows cost?
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Prices start at $34 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Istanbul usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Drinks and Shows take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Istanbul is not rushed.
Is Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Drinks and Shows worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 208 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Istanbul, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Drinks and Shows?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Drinks and Shows suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Drinks and Shows?
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Around 73 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Istanbul can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Istanbul and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Drinks and Shows start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Istanbul within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Istanbul?
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On Outty we rank every Istanbul experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour, Istanbul Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Asian Side Stop, ISTANBUL BEST: Iconic Landmarks Full Day PRIVATE Guided City Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Istanbul?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Istanbul?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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