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Dinner and Turkish Night Show in Bosphorus Strait

Istanbul, Turkey
Great choice
10+ bookings last month.
  • 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • Dinner
      4-course Turkish dinner (starter, salad, main dish, dessert)
    • Unlimited soft drinks
    • Live Turkish night show with belly dancing, folk performances, whirling dervish, Ashuk-Mashuk show
    • DJ set with music and dancing
    • Private table for groups of 2 or more
    • If option selected: 2 alcoholic drinks per guest (wine, beer, or rakı)
    • If option selected: hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Alcohol menu (2 glasses)
      €10.00 per person
    • Transfer option from touristic area
      €10.00 per person
    • Additional alcoholic drinks beyond the 2 included (if selected option) EUR 15.00 per person
      €15.00 per person
    • Transfer from NOT touristic area
      €75.00 per booking

    Meeting and Pickup

    You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

    Pickup point

    • Kabataş Tramvay istasyonu
      Ömer Avni, 34427 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye

      For the travels with meeting on location we wait them in front of Kabatas station , our greeter will meet you please text us on WhatsApp

    Pickup details

    Additional Pickup Details: For guests who select the transfer option, pickup is available only from centrally located hotels in tourist areas: Sultanahmet, Laleli, Aksaray, Taksim, Sirkeci, Eminönü, Topkapi, and nearby zones. Please be ready at your hotel by 19:00; the exact pickup time will be confirmed via WhatsApp on the day of the tour. For guests without the transfer option, the meeting point is Kabataş tram station. Exact details and map will be sent via WhatsApp after booking. For any questions, feel free to contact us on WhatsApp.

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    Meeting point

    • Kabataş Tramvay istasyonu
      Ömer Avni, 34427 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye

      Please wait at the Kabatas Tramway entrance our greeter will meet you there,for any questions please text us via Whatsapp

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Operating hours
    .8:30 pm

    Itinerary

    1

    Bosphorus Strait

    3 hours Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 250 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Featured review

    Shanice_B
    I wasn’t sure what to expect, as this was a new experience listed on Viator with no previous reviews—but it did not disappoint. Communication with the operator before the cruise was excellent. They reached out via WhatsApp, and any queries I had were resolved quickly and professionally. The boat, Amor, had a luxurious feel and three levels. The lowest deck was set up for dining and entertainment, while the two upper levels offered panoramic views of the Bosphorus by night. We were seated at a window-side table, not far from the stage which was perfect! Dinner began with freshly baked bread, mezze sauces, and a side salad. The main course was a kebab, and dessert was a refreshing plate of fruit. A photographer made rounds during the evening, offering photos available to purchase toward the end of the night. The entertainment was genuinely impressive. The folk dancing and the whirling dervish performance were absolutely mesmerising. The dancers had great energy and stamina throughout. The night ended with a saxophonist who got all the guests and dancers on their feet to end the night with some dancing. Overall, I couldn’t have asked for a better experience, and the price felt like fantastic value. Our ticket included two alcoholic drinks per person, plus hotel pick-up and drop-off. I would definitely recommend this experience!

    Reviews

    4.2
    based on 13 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Enjoyable Evening

    Anne_S, Feb 2026
    We were picked up from hotel before the stated time, and then went around many other hotels picking up other guests. We got to the boat and were shown to a lovely table for two with a window seat. The entertainment started almost immediately and lasted over the whole trip. The food was ok, but not gourmet. Overall a fun evening.

    Bring ear plugs and a gas mask!

    David_N, Nov 2025
    When we boarded the boat I thought "wow this is nice". The person that greeted us was friendly and the dining area was nice. Then it all changed. The singer was so loud it was actually painful with 4 large speaker cabinets facing people. I asked the singer who also had the audio controls to turn it down because it was actually causing pain. He said to wait only 5 minutes and it would be turned down. THAT NEVER HAPPENED! During the entire Cruise the music was painfully loud and got even louder. I had to put my fingers in my ears. I downloaded a decibel meter during dinner and recorded 105 db peaks and a very high db average. Thus can cause instant danage to hearing! We all had to go up on the ship to get away from it and the smoke they had blowing on us and thethe performers. The food seemed good but was served luke warm at best and the free soft drinks were also warm and hard to come by. The glass was maybe 6 ounces tops and took us 45 minutes to get a refill. We were treated as if we were not there. I would never want to have an experience like this again. We were totally disrespected.

    Response from Host, Nov 2025

    Dear guest, Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear that your experience did not match your expectations. Your table was placed in the front row near the stage intentionally, as these seats are considered premium for guests who want to enjoy the show at the closest distance. Most travelers request these seats especially for the live performance. However, we understand that the sound level may feel different when sitting directly in front of the speakers, and we will review the volume settings with our technical team once again. Regarding the stage effects – the smoke you mentioned is part of the show setup. It is used in all professional live performances to make the lights and choreography more visually impressive. Still, we understand that not everyone enjoys it, we will ask guest if they need places far from the show but not so küflü as you said and no smoke in the future. Food and drinks are prepared fresh on board and served to over 200 guests at the same time, but the waiting time you described is not acceptable, and we will address this internally with the service team. We always respect our guests, and if you had informed our staff during the cruise, we would have immediately offered a quieter table on the upper deck.

    Nice ship but poor service and entertainment

    Suresh_B, Oct 2025
    Entertainment was fairly good. On a cruise like this I was expecting upbeat music and dancing. Instead, most of the entertainment was very somber, almost religious! We were promised a private table (7 of us), but received the end seats on a very long table. When I mentioned this to the host seating us, the response was a very rude "Take it up with my manager!"

    Response from Host, Nov 2025

    Thank you for your feedback. Our tables are arranged in a line and designed for 6 guests each, but they are separated from one another. In your case, despite the cruise being fully booked, we still seated your group of 7 at a separate table as promised. Regarding the show – it is not a religious program. The only segment with spiritual roots is the whirling dervish performance, which lasts just a few minutes and is included as part of Turkey’s cultural heritage. The rest of the show consists of traditional dances from Turkey and the Caucasus, so guests can experience the regional culture. At the end of the evening, the saxophonist and DJ lift the mood and turn it into a lively party with dancing. We appreciate your feedback and are always working to improve our service.

    Sail along the Bosphorus by night and experience great Turkish food and entertainment

    Shanice_B, Jul 2025
    I wasn’t sure what to expect, as this was a new experience listed on Viator with no previous reviews—but it did not disappoint. Communication with the operator before the cruise was excellent. They reached out via WhatsApp, and any queries I had were resolved quickly and professionally. The boat, Amor, had a luxurious feel and three levels. The lowest deck was set up for dining and entertainment, while the two upper levels offered panoramic views of the Bosphorus by night. We were seated at a window-side table, not far from the stage which was perfect! Dinner began with freshly baked bread, mezze sauces, and a side salad. The main course was a kebab, and dessert was a refreshing plate of fruit. A photographer made rounds during the evening, offering photos available to purchase toward the end of the night. The entertainment was genuinely impressive. The folk dancing and the whirling dervish performance were absolutely mesmerising. The dancers had great energy and stamina throughout. The night ended with a saxophonist who got all the guests and dancers on their feet to end the night with some dancing. Overall, I couldn’t have asked for a better experience, and the price felt like fantastic value. Our ticket included two alcoholic drinks per person, plus hotel pick-up and drop-off. I would definitely recommend this experience!

    Excellent walk

    Rakel_T, Oct 2025
    Excellent walk, our guide Ergun very attentive with us. A highly recommended experience. Punctual and very rich food
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    Great Election

    carlos_c, Aug 2025
    Very well organized activity with personalized and very complete attention. Good Dinner Excellent Show and Plenty Mood During Crossing
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    Magical and unforgettable night

    Marcela_G, Jul 2025
    It is absolutely wonderful, an unforgettable night, with delicious food, first-rate shows that will make you spend a magical and unforgettable night, THANKS FOR THIS TURKISH NIGHT!!!!
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