Standard Menu & Alcoholic Drinks

The same much-loved Bosphorus dinner cruise, with two alcoholic drinks of your choice included, beer, wine, rakı, vodka or gin. Dinner, live entertainment and hotel transfer are all part of the package.

Start the evening with a glass of rakı next to a Turkish meze plate, the pairing Istanbul is famous for, then move on to your main course as the boat glides past the illuminated palaces of the Bosphorus. The Standard Menu keeps the meal relaxed and unhurried, leaving plenty of time for the show programme: the whirling dervish ceremony, a belly dance performance, Turkish folk dances and a DJ set that turns the deck into a dance floor before the boat heads back to port. Your table is reserved for the whole cruise, and your driver takes care of both the ride to the pier and the ride back to your hotel.

Highlights

• 3-hour Bosphorus dinner cruise between two continents, departing at 20:30 and returning at 23:30
• Two alcoholic drinks included, beer, wine, rakı, vodka or gin, alongside a full Turkish dinner
• Reserved private table with a Bosphorus view for the entire evening
• Whirling dervish ceremony, belly dance, Turkish folk dances and a live DJ set on board
• Free hotel pickup and drop-off from Fatih, Beyoglu, Sisli and Besiktas

Program

With Hotel Transfer: Your driver picks you up from your hotel between 19:00 – 19:15. You arrive at the boat by 20:30.

Without Hotel Transfer: Please be at the boat by 20:00. Departure is at 20:30.

• 19:00 – 19:15, Hotel Pickup: Comfortable transfer from your hotel in Fatih, Beyoglu, Sisli or Besiktas.
• 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: Arrive back at the pier with hotel drop-off available.

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)
• Hotel pickup & drop-off (Fatih, Beyoglu, Sisli, Besiktas)
• Live entertainment & dance performances
• Private table with Bosphorus view

Not Included

• Services not mentioned in 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 itself lasts about 3 hours, from 20:30 to 23:30. With hotel pickup and drop-off, plan for roughly 4.5 hours in total.

3. Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for hotels in Fatih, Beyoglu, Sisli and Besiktas. Our driver collects you from your hotel lobby about an hour before sail-away.

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.