Evening Lights Dinner Cruise with Show & Hotel Pick-Up

Experience Istanbul by night on a Bosphorus dinner cruise featuring illuminated city views, Turkish cuisine, and live entertainment. Sail between Europe and Asia while enjoying traditional performances and the unique atmosphere of the Bosphorus after dark.
Explore Istanbul's ancient landmarks from the water
Explore Istanbul's ancient landmarks from the water
Experience live shows and traditional entertainment
Experience live shows and traditional entertainment
Sail the Bosphorus beneath Istanbul’s night lights
Sail the Bosphorus beneath Istanbul’s night lights
Enjoy a delicious Turkish dinner onboard
Enjoy a delicious Turkish dinner onboard

What is included in activity

Boat Tour
Turkish show
Hotel transfer to and from the pier: only from the districts of Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, Çemberlitaş, Beyazıt, Karaköy, Laleli, Aksaray
Dinner and drinks

What is not included

Alcohol (for an additional fee)
Hotel transfer from other districts

Details

Discover the beauty of Istanbul at night on a Bosphorus dinner cruise between two continents. As evening falls, the city’s illuminated skyline reflects across the water, creating a calm and memorable setting for a cruise along the Bosphorus.

Relax on board while taking in views of Istanbul’s waterfront palaces, bridges, and mosques accompanied by commentary about the surrounding landmarks. The combination of city lights, the gentle movement of the boat, and the atmosphere of the Bosphorus offers a unique way to experience Istanbul after sunset.

During the cruise, enjoy a multi-course Turkish dinner including appetizers, a main course, and dessert. The evening also features a live entertainment program with traditional belly dancing, the Dance with the Def, and cultural performances such as Ashik Mashik and Don’t Flirt. Guests can also take part in the traditional Henna Night ceremony before the evening concludes with music and dancing led by the onboard DJ.

As the boat passes beneath the Bosphorus Bridge, take part in the local tradition of making a wish between Asia and Europe — a moment that adds an extra touch to this memorable evening on the water.

Important Info

• Please note: this is an entertainment cruise and does not include a guide.
• Seating on board is random.
Hotel transfer to and from the pier is available only from the Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, Çemberlitaş, Beyazıt, Karaköy, Laleli, and Aksaray districts. If your hotel is outside these areas, we ask that you make your way to the Sultanahmet district
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Online Booking

Departure: Hotel pickup
Duration: 3 hours
Group size up to 90 persons
English
Mobile ticket
Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

River cruise ship

Open deck
A restaurant
Live music
Restroom
Not guided
Enclosed deck

Itinerary

Kabataş Pier
Dolmabahce Palace
Ciragan Palace
Ortakoy
Bosphorus Bridge
Arnavutköy
Bebek Embankment
Rumeli Fortress
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
Anadolu Hisari Fort
Küçüksu Pavilion
Kandilli
Çengelköy
Beylerbeyi Palace
Maiden's Tower
Üsküdar Embankment
Kabataş Pier

Meeting point

Please provide your address, and we will pick you up.

Places you will see

Bosphorus Strait

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Juliana
I took this tour, and my mom and I really enjoyed it. The dinner was delicious, the performances were great, and everything was very comfortable.
3 months ago
AnastasR
I really enjoyed the tour. There were dances, performances by artists, and a dinner. I especially liked the view of the Bosphorus from the deck.
3 months ago
AnastaciaD
We had a great evening! The transfer service, the dinner itself, and the entertainment program were all excellent.
3 months ago
HelenSH
I really enjoyed everything, and it matched the description and my expectations. Thank you to the organizers.
3 months ago
VitalianoV
We had a great time, we enjoyed everything, and it was fun and worth it.
3 months ago
Charles F.
Everything is very well organized, both the transfer and the event on the ship itself.
5 months ago
John S.
Very tasty food, wonderful program, dancing and singing — overall, a lot of fun. This is my second time attending, and I highly recommend it.
5 months ago
Alan M.
I can simply say — I recommend it to everyone, you won’t regret it. Be ready for a photoshoot, the photos turn out amazing. The entertainment and service are top-notch.
5 months ago
Gloria J.
This is an amazing adventure along the Bosphorus. Evening Istanbul is beautiful. The food was delicious, and the service was top-notch. I really enjoyed the entertainment program — a mesmerizing show. We even had a chance to dance a little. I recommend this excursion.
6 months ago
Jerry L.
The evening was wonderful. We were picked up from the hotel and returned afterward. Delicious dinner with two glasses of wine or beer each. The show program was extensive, and we even danced along with the performers. Highly recommended.
6 months ago
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Starting point of the tour
Please provide your address, and we will pick you up.