Sunset Cruise with Dinner in Bosphorus
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Is Sunset Cruise with Dinner in Bosphorus worth booking?
Sunset Cruise with Dinner in Bosphorus is a 4-hour experience in Istanbul, Turkey, from $250 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 52 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (4)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $250 per person
Bosphorus Sunset Cruise with Dinner We'll bring the adventure, you bring the romance on our Bosphorus Sunset Dinner Cruise. Our stylish boat is the perfect vessel on which to wine and dine you. Get up close and personal
What you get
- 3 expansive outer decks for best views
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Dinner
- Welcome coctail
- Tea and coffee
About this experience
Bosphorus Sunset Cruise with Dinner We'll bring the adventure, you bring the romance on our Bosphorus Sunset Dinner Cruise. Our stylish boat is the perfect vessel on which to wine and dine you. Get up close and personal with the incredible views of Istanbul at sunset. It's good vibes only on this pleasure cruise that includes cocktails, locally-prepared appetizers, dinner, and dessert. Capture the moment of the beautiful sunsets of Istanbul with a cruise of the Bosphorus that includes 3-course contemporary Turkish dining and a live tour guide. It's the perfect start to a night that could be continued on with a trip to a celebratory gathering, and a wonderful bonding time for family groups and individuals who want to wind down after a day in Istanbul. Treat yourself and your loved ones to an unforgettable afternoon experience on our Bosphorus sunset dinner cruise. Travel on our new boat, in style and comfort, and let us show you just how spectacular Istanbul can be on this cruise.
What's included
Included
- 3 expansive outer decks for best views
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Dinner
- Welcome coctail
- Tea and coffee
- Soft drinks
- Fresh seasonal fruits and Turkish baklava served after the dinner
- Champagne toast when we pause to watch the sunset by the Maiden's Tower
Not included
- Hotel transfers
- Alcoholic beverages
What you'll see and do
Bosphorus Strait
Istanbul is a bridge between Europe and Asia, the Black Sea, and the Mediterranean, a position that endows it with one of the most unique and beautiful settings in the world. For, between the hills on the European and Asiatic shores flows the Bosphorus, the brightest gem in the diadem of nature.
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Dolmabahce Palace
It stands on the European shore of the Bosphorus and the with its various dependencies forms almost a little town, its gardens extending for a mile or more along the water's edge. Though the exterior of the Dolmabahce Palace, built by Sultan Abdülmecit (1839-1861) exhibits a variety of architectural styles, mainly baroque, and is decorated with a profusion of ornament, the general effect is not unpleasing, and the site is remarkably well-chosen. The heart of thePuildiny is chandeliers and a musician's gallery. Its interior, like that of other palaces, glitters with gilded decorations, costly chandeliers and mirrors, priceless porcelains, and gorgeous brocades of gold and silver tissue. The vast gardens were originally laid out by European landscape architects and comprise parterres and fountains. Built by architect Balyan Usta in 1853, the palace has a 600 meters long marble pier and landing stages that run splendidly along the Bosphorus.
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Galataport
Galataport is a 400,000-square-metre mixed-use development located along 1.2 km of shore in the Karaköy neighbourhood of Istanbul, Turkey on the European shore of the Bosporus strait near its confluence with the Golden Horn right in the heart of the city
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Karakoy
Karaköy is a happening harborside area where funky cafes and late-night cocktail bars mix with traditional neighborhood bakeries and family-run shops. Ottoman-era buildings splashed with street art house the studios and boutiques of young fashion designers, and there's also a vibrant contemporary art gallery scene. The 16th-century Kılıç Ali Paşa complex includes a mosque and thermal baths.
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Galata Koprusu
The Galata Bridge is a bridge that spans the Golden Horn in Istanbul, Turkey. From the end of the 19th century in particular, the bridge has featured in Turkish literature, theater, poetry and novels.
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Galata Tower
The Galata Tower, or with the current official name Galata Kulesi Museum, is a tower in the Beyoğlu district of Istanbul, Turkey. It is named after the quarter in which it is located, Galata.
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Golden Horn
The Golden Horn is a major urban waterway and the primary inlet of the Bosphorus in Istanbul, Turkey.
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Eminonu Square
Harborside Eminönü buzzes with activity as boats unload passengers at the ferry docks near the city's bazaars. The Egyptian Bazaar, or Spice Bazaar, has stalls full of fruit, teas, and spices, while the halls of the Grand Bazaar are a colorful jumble of carpets, fabrics, lamps, and jewelry. The Süleymaniye Mosque towers over the area, and the 16th-century Rustem Pasha Mosque is famed for its Iznik tiles.
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Misir Carsisi
The Spice Bazaar in Istanbul, Turkey is one of the largest bazaars in the city. Located in the Eminönü quarter of the Fatih district, it is the most famous covered shopping complex after the Grand Bazaa
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Sarayburnu is a promontory quarter separating the Golden Horn and the Sea of Marmara in Istanbul, Turkey. The area is where the renowned Topkapı Palace and Gülhane Park stand. Sarayburnu is included in the historic areas of Istanbul, added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1985.
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Sirkeci Station
The famous station, from where the Orient Express started its way from Istanbul to Paris since 1883.
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Haydarpasa Terminal
Haydarpaşa station is a railway station in Istanbul, that was, until 2012 the main city terminal for trains travelling to and from the Anatolian side of Turkey. It used to be Turkey's busiest railway station
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KIz Kulesi
The Maiden's Tower, also known as Leander's Tower since the medieval Byzantine period, is a tower on a small islet at the southern entrance of the Bosphorus strait, 200 m from the coast of Üsküdar in Istanbul, Turkey. The tower appeared on the reverse of the Turkish 10 lira banknote from 1966 to 1981
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Bosphorus Bridge
The Bosporus Strait or Bosphorus Strait is a natural strait and an internationally significant waterway located in Istanbul in northwestern Turkey. It forms part of the continental boundary between Asia and Europe, and divides Turkey by separating Anatolia from Thrace.
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Kucuksu Pavilion
Küçüksu Pavilion, Littlewater Pavilion a.k.a. Göksu Pavilion, is a summer pavilion in Istanbul, Turkey, situated in the Küçüksu neighborhood of Beykoz district on the Asian shore of the Bosphorus between Anadoluhisarı and the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge.
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Anadolu Hisari Fort
Anadoluhisarı, known historically as Güzelce Hisar is a medieval Ottoman fortress located in Istanbul, Turkey on the Anatolian side of the Bosporus.
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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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Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
The Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, also known as the Second Bosphorus Bridge, is a bridge in Istanbul, Turkey spanning the Bosphorus strait. When completed in 1988, it was the 5th-longest suspension bridge span in the world.
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Rumeli Fortress
Rumelihisarı or Boğazkesen Castle is a medieval 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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Ortakoy
Ortaköy Mosque or Büyük Mecidiye Camii in Beşiktaş, Istanbul, Turkey, is a mosque situated at the waterside of the Ortaköy pier square, one of the most popular locations on the Bosphorus. It was commissioned by the Ottoman sultan Abdülmecid I and its construction was completed around 1854 or 1856.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Istanbul
Meeting Point: KABATAS TRANSFER CENTER (opposite of Kabatas Tram Station) Please follow the sign KABATAS - PRINCES' ISLANDS LINE Our person will be standing with VELENA TRAVEL signboard in front of BELTUR CAFE in Kabatas.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meeting Point: KABATAS TRANSFER CENTER (opposite of Kabatas Tram Station) Please follow the sign KABATAS - PRINCES' ISLANDS LINE Our person will be standing with VELENA TRAVEL signboard in front of BELTUR CAFE in Kabatas.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Bosphorus Cruise Tours Istanbul
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
1 mentionPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Sunset Cruise with Dinner in Bosphorus. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The Bosphorus experience
We had a fun filled evening with great entertainment and delicious food. The operator Turna Tour opperator picked us up at the hotel and collected us after the cruises. Friendly staff and tallented dansers. Great way to see Istanbul and to experience traditional 💃
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your experience! We are delighted that you enjoyed the lively entertainment, delicious food, friendly staff, and talented dancers. It is wonderful to hear that the hotel transfers were well organized and that the evening gave you a memorable way to see Istanbul and experience traditional Turkish culture.
via Tripadvisor
Unforgettable Wedding Day
Serdar and his team were exceptional in making our special day truly unforgettable. He was always available, night or day, to provide detailed information not only about our yacht experience but also about our entire trip to Istanbul. On the day itself, we were fortunate to have Serdar present to ensure everything was perfectly arranged for our 55 guests, and he managed this with remarkable diligence. The staff went above and beyond, ensuring we had everything we needed, and our guests praised the catering, which catered to all tastes and dietary requirements. The yacht was in pristine condition and beautifully decorated for our onboard ceremony. I cannot recommend Serdar and his team enough! If you’re considering a memorable trip on the Bosphorus, look no further than Serdar and the Safir.
via Tripadvisor
The best boat trips in Istanbul
I cannot recommend enough Bosphorous Cruises. Everything was absolutely perfect, from the booking to the drive back to the hotel after. Serdar answered promptly and clearly all questions I had via WhatsApp, which was really convenient. I arranged the sunset cruise as a surprise and included pick up and drop off from the hotel, flowers and a dinner on board. The taxi was a luxury minivan, food was excellent and the flowers were top quality. Serdar allowed us to personalise the route, so that we could see what we really wanted. Serdar is also an experienced guide,so we also got a wonderful and informative tour. I know that there are many providers of cruises in Istanbul, but BC is definitely the best for me. Thanks to Serdar and his team for an unforgettable evening.
via Tripadvisor
Positive impressions of a cruise on the Bosphorus in Istanbul
Superb experience, very good and interesting commentary of the guide on the boat, very warm and kind Welcoming of the hostess, neat Service of the waiter, excellent food ... ate the fish, excellent wine also. The air temperature was a little cool and pashminas were distributed to us. Overall, excellent organization and remarkable kindness of all accompanying staff. Circuit to recommend.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 9+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 52
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Sunset Cruise with Dinner in Bosphorus: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Istanbul.
How much does Sunset Cruise with Dinner in Bosphorus cost?
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Prices start at $250 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 Sunset Cruise with Dinner in Bosphorus take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Sunset Cruise with Dinner in Bosphorus worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 4 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 Sunset Cruise with Dinner in Bosphorus?
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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 Sunset Cruise with Dinner in Bosphorus suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 9. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 4-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Sunset Cruise with Dinner in Bosphorus?
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Around 1 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Sunset Cruise with Dinner in Bosphorus 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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