Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Istanbul

A Bosphorus dinner cruise is a 3-hour boat trip along the strait that divides Istanbul's European and Asian sides, combining a full dinner service with a live Turkish night show. Boarding is at 19:45 from Kabataş, with the boat departing at 20:45 and returning at 23:15.

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Cruise Packages

Choose the evening that fits you — every package includes dinner, live entertainment and Bosphorus views.

Standard Menu Dinner — Shared Table

€35 / person
3 hours
  • Cold starters, salad & choice of 5 mains
  • Dessert
  • Unlimited soft drinks (coke, fanta, sprite, juice, tea, coffee)

Silver Menu Dinner — Shared Table

€45 / person
3 hours
  • Cold starters, salad & choice of 5 mains
  • Dessert
  • 2 glasses of local wine, beer, gin, vodka or rakı + unlimited soft drinks

Gold Menu Dinner — Private Table

€70 / person
3 hours
  • Private table — cold starters, salad & choice of 7 mains
  • Dessert, mixed nuts & fruit plate
  • Unlimited soft drinks (coke, fanta, sprite, juice, tea, coffee)

VIP Menu Dinner — Private Table

€90 / person
3 hours
  • Private table — cold starters, salad & choice of 7 mains
  • Dessert, mixed nuts & fruit plate
  • Unlimited local wine, beer, gin, vodka, rakı + soft drinks
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What the evening includes

Every cruise includes a seated dinner service, unlimited soft drinks on every package, live Turkish folk dance and music performances, and open-deck views of the Bosphorus Bridge, Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque and the skylines of both continents.

You can choose a shared table (Standard or Silver menu) or a private table (Gold or VIP menu), and packages with alcohol include local wine, beer, gin, vodka and rakı — see the price and menu breakdown below.

Route and what you'll see

The boat sails north from Kabataş, passing under the Bosphorus Bridge, along the Ortaköy waterfront, past the fortress of Rumeli Hisarı, and turns back toward the Golden Horn before returning to the pier. On a clear night both the European and Asian shorelines are lit up and visible from the open deck.

Who it's for

Couples looking for a romantic evening, families celebrating a birthday, and groups marking an anniversary or a night out in Istanbul all book this cruise — tables can be arranged for two, or grouped together for larger parties.

How long does the Bosphorus dinner cruise last?

The cruise runs for about 3 hours: boarding at 19:45, departure at 20:45 and return to the pier at 23:15.

Where does the cruise depart from?

Boarding is at Kabataş Motor İskelesi, on the European side of Istanbul, easily reached by tram or our free shuttle from central hotel areas.

Is dinner included in the price?

Yes. Every package includes a full seated dinner — see our menu and package pages for the exact dishes and drinks included at each level.

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