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Bosphorus Cruise: Dine on Turkish Meze and Entertainment
4.5
117 Ratings
Beyoğlu
Embark on a three-hour Bosphorus cruise in Istanbul, where you can savour Turkish meze while traversing between two continents. Experience the grandeur of Byzantine and Ottoman empire monuments, and partake in a rich array of entertainment, including traditional folk and belly dancing.
Embark on a three-hour Bosphorus cruise in Istanbul, where you can savour Turkish meze while traversing between two continents. Experience the grandeur of Byzantine and Ottoman empire monuments, and partake in a rich array of entertainment, including traditional folk and belly dancing.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Bosphorus Strait - The Bosphorus Bridge spans the Bosphorus Strait in Istanbul, linking the Sea of Marmara on one side and the Black Sea on the other. This bridge divides Istanbul into its European and Asian sections, enhancing connectivity and traffic flow between the two continents.
- Bosphorus Bridge - Situated on the Bosphorus Strait in…
- Bosphorus Strait - The Bosphorus Bridge spans the Bosphorus Strait in Istanbul, linking the Sea of Marmara on one side and the Black Sea on the other. This bridge divides Istanbul into its European and Asian sections, enhancing connectivity and traffic flow between the two continents.
- Bosphorus Bridge - Situated on the Bosphorus Strait in Istanbul, the Bosphorus Bridge connects the Sea of Marmara with the Black Sea. It serves as a division between the European and Asian parts of Istanbul, facilitating movement and transportation between the continents.
- Ortakoy - Nestled along the Bosphorus in the Ortaköy neighborhood, this area is renowned for its breathtaking views, vibrant atmosphere, and rich cultural heritage. The Ortaköy Mosque, constructed in the 18th century during Sultan Abdulmecid’s reign, showcases an impressive blend of Baroque architecture with Ottoman influences.
- Dolmabahce Palace - Dolmabahçe is Turkey’s largest palace, covering an area of 45,000 m2 (480,000 sq ft). It houses 285 rooms, 46 halls, six hammams, and 68 toilets. The design incorporates eclectic elements from Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassical styles, harmonized with traditional Ottoman architecture to create a unique synthesis.
- Üsküdar - Üsküdar (Turkish pronunciation: [ysˈcydaɾ]) is a municipality and district in Istanbul Province, Turkey. Spanning an area of 35 km2, it has a population of 524,452 (2022). This large and densely populated district is located on the Anatolian (Asian) shore of the Bosphorus.
- Blue Mosque - Constructed between 1609 and 1616, the Blue Mosque was built in what was then the heart of Istanbul. Its location opposite Hagia Sophia indicates that Ahmed I aimed for the mosque to rival the grandeur of the former cathedral. The mosque’s architect, Sedefkar Mehmed Ağa, achieved perfect proportions in its design.
- Hagia Sophia Mosque - Originally a church (360–1453) and later a museum (1935–2020), it was the last of three church buildings successively erected on the site by the Eastern Roman Empire. Completed in AD 537, it became the world’s largest interior space and was among the first to feature a fully pendentive dome.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from central Istanbul hotels
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Dinner
- Alcoholic beverages
- All Fees and Taxes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from central Istanbul hotels
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Dinner
- Alcoholic beverages
- All Fees and Taxes
What's Not Included
- Imported drinks
- Gratuities
- more than two glass alcohol
- Imported drinks
- Gratuities
- more than two glass alcohol
Location
İdo Kabataş Deniz Otobüsü İskelesi
İskele Yolu
Please be at Kabataş port from 20:00 till 20:30 and we send some to pick you up and please provide us with a Turkish phone no. to contact you for pickup. If you have any question about pickup please contact us first.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(117 Ratings)
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Danielmurphy0
Nov 30, 2025
Istanbul’s Beauty From a New Perspective - Seeing the city from the Bosphorus at night was breathtaking. The calm waves, vibrant lights, and cultural performances created a night full of charm and inspiration.
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Henrywright994
Nov 28, 2025
A Night of Lights and Elegance - The reflections of Istanbul’s skyline dancing on the water were absolutely mesmerizing. The elegant setup and lively entertainment made this cruise a night to remember.
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Avarichardson51
Nov 25, 2025
A Night Filled With Culture and Beauty - From the moment the cruise set sail, I felt immersed in Turkish culture. The music, the food, and the breathtaking scenery made for a night full of joy and wonder. Highly recommended!
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Journey32631190046
Oct 25, 2025
Great experience for the cruise - We really enjoyed this dinner cruise. The staff was kind, the food was tasty, and the folklore shows were impressive thank you so much.
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Venture20494609094
Nov 28, 2023
There was a fun atmosphere -
There was a fun atmosphere. The Bosphorus tour was very good. There was an incredible Bosphorus view outside. We had a very delicious dinner. The dancers were very good. They put on a very entertaining show on stage.
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John_g
Nov 17, 2025
Good evening overall. I... - Good evening overall. I was hoping for live music but it was recorded with a DJ. Good traditional dancing. The included pick up and return at our hotel worked out well.
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Craigdgoodrich
Oct 20, 2024
Transportation was late - We had some issues getting picked up at our hotel. They said be ready between 7:00 and 7:45 PM. They didn’t come until 7:50, and we had several more stops to make before getting to the dock. We were late - nearly the last ones on the boat.
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311ajithar
Jul 6, 2024
Hyped up - Very underwhelming experience. Waited almost an hour to be picked up by a very aggravated driver who stopped the shuttle twice to go out and display his road rage. The cruise experience was not at all commendable.A wasted evening. Wouldn’t recommend.
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Lovenepal72
Feb 18, 2024
Would not recommend to our friends / family. - Not what we expected. The food was ok. The show was well coordinated however depending on where they locate your dinner seating (you don’t get to pick your seats) - you may not see much (we didn’t see much because we were far from the “stage” area and could not enjoy the show.
We had hoped for a narrative of the places we were cruising past - as in what buildings were what and a but of info on each however none of that happened.
The boarding process was unorganized and long lines outside in the rain just waiting to get inside before we left.
It wasn’t horrible but we’d not recommend this to a friend.
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833harikam
Aug 6, 2024
Please boycott this tour operator - elderly discrimination. - We haven’t even begun the cruise and Turkey Tours Planners have turned out to be most unprofessional, rude and disappointing. My elderly mother is accompanying us on the cruise, and there is no indication on the booking that the pickup is impossible to manage for someone who is elderly and/or disabled. This is outright discrimination and the driver as well as the representative of Turkey Tours Planners had no empathy and clearly no desire to help whatsoever. This tour operator should be boycotted for such discrimination and disrespect against elderly tourists
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