Standard Menu & Alcoholic Drinks without Pickup

A Bosphorus dinner cruise with two alcoholic drinks included, at the no-transfer price. Meet the boat at Kabataş Port and enjoy dinner, drinks and the full live show programme on the water.

This package suits guests already staying near Taksim, Karaköy or the Bosphorus shore, who would rather walk or take the tram to the pier than wait for a hotel pickup. Boarding starts at 20:00 and the boat leaves at 20:30. Two drinks of your choice, beer, wine, rakı, vodka or gin, come with a full Turkish dinner served at your private table, and the evening continues with the whirling dervish ceremony, belly dance, folk dances and a DJ set as the illuminated skyline of two continents passes by. You disembark back at Kabataş at 23:30.

Highlights

• Two alcoholic drinks included, beer, wine, rakı, vodka or gin, with a full Turkish dinner
• No transfer fee: meet the boat directly at Kabataş Port, a central and easy-to-reach pier
• 3-hour night cruise between the European and Asian sides of Istanbul
• Private table with a Bosphorus view kept for you the whole evening
• Whirling dervish ceremony, belly dance, Turkish folk dances and a live DJ set

Program

Meeting Point: Please arrive at Kabataş Port on the European side by 20:00. Departure is at 20:30. The tour begins and ends at the same location.

• 20:00, Meet-up at Kabataş Port: Please arrive at Kabataş Port on the European side by 20:00.
• 20:30, Board the Yacht & Departure: Step aboard and settle into your private table as we set sail.
• 20:45 – 21:30, Turkish Dinner: Savour a multi-course dinner featuring the best of Turkish cuisine.
• 21:30 – 22:00, Whirling Dervish Ceremony: Witness the mesmerising Sufi tradition of the whirling dervishes.
• 22:00 – 22:30, Belly Dance Show: Enjoy a spectacular belly dance performance under the stars.
• 22:30 – 23:00, DJ Party & Dancing: Hit the dance floor and celebrate with fellow guests.
• 23:30, Return to Port: Disembark at Kabataş Port, the same meeting point where the tour began.

Dinner Menu

Standard Menu · Private Table · Soft Drinks Included · With 2 Alcoholic Drinks (Beer, Wine, Raki, Vodka, Gin)

Starters

• Turkish Meze & Seasonal Salad

Main Course

• Grilled Chicken
• Roasted Fish
• Grilled Meatballs
• Chicken Curry
• Homemade Falafel (vegetarian)
• Pasta (vegetarian)
• Kids’ Menu (French fries, nuggets and sausage)

Dessert

• Semolina Dessert / Fruit Plate in Summer

What’s Included

• Multi-course standard dinner menu
• 2 glasses of alcoholic drinks (beer, wine, rakı, gin, vodka)
• Meeting point at Kabataş Port on the European side (tour begins and ends at the same location)
• Live entertainment & dance performances
• Private table with Bosphorus view

Not Included

• Hotel pickup / transfer service (meet at Kabataş Port by 20:00)
• Services not mentioned in the included part

Good to Know

• We recommend bringing a light jacket or shawl as it can get breezy on the water, especially during spring and autumn. A camera is also a great idea for capturing the stunning views!
• We can accommodate vegetarian, vegan, halal, gluten-free and other dietary requirements. Please let us know your needs when booking or at least 24 hours before the cruise.
• Outside food and beverages are not allowed on board. Smoking is only permitted in designated outdoor areas. Pets are not allowed on the cruise.
• Children aged 0-3 are free of charge. Children aged 4-6 receive a 50% discount.
• The cruise operates rain or shine. Our yacht has enclosed indoor areas with heating and air conditioning.
• Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the cruise.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is your cancellation policy?

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure with a full refund, no questions asked. Cancellations made within 24 hours of the cruise are non-refundable.

2. How long is the cruise and what time does it start?

The cruise lasts about 3 hours. Boarding is from 20:00 at Kabatas Port, the boat sails at 20:30 and returns to the same pier at 23:30.

3. Is hotel pickup included?

No. This is the meeting-point package, which is why it costs less. Be at Kabatas Port on the European side by 20:00; the pier is a five-minute walk from the Kabatas tram and funicular stops, minutes from Taksim and a short ride from Sultanahmet.

4. Do children get a discount?

Children aged 0-3 sail free of charge and children aged 4-6 receive a 50% discount. A kids menu with French fries, nuggets and sausage is included, and the folk and dance shows are family friendly.

5. Which drinks are included?

Your package includes beer, wine, raki, vodka and gin served at your table through the evening, alongside unlimited soft drinks. Outside food and beverages are not allowed on board.

6. What should I wear?

Smart casual is recommended. Bring a light jacket or shawl for the open deck, as it can be breezy on the water even in summer.

7. What happens in bad weather?

The cruise operates rain or shine; the boat has enclosed indoor salons with heating and air conditioning. If the authorities close the strait because of severe weather, your booking is rescheduled or fully refunded.

8. Do I have to pay in advance?

No deposit is required. You can pay online or on the boat, and reservations can be made up to 2 hours before departure, subject to availability.