VIP Menu & Alcoholic Drinks

The most complete Bosphorus dinner cruise we offer: a window-side VIP table in front of the stage, the extended VIP menu, and 2 glasses of alcohol, local and imported, from boarding to the last dance.

This is the package guests choose for a special occasion: a birthday, an anniversary, or a first night in Istanbul that should be memorable. Two glasses of alcohol are included, featuring both local and imported spirits, wine and beer, served at your table all evening. Dinner runs from mantı with yogurt and shepherd’s salad through a main course of salmon fillet, beef steak, shepherd’s stew or creamy mushroom chicken, to a dessert of fresh fruit, Turkish baklava and coffee. From your front-row window table the whirling dervish ceremony, belly dance and folk performances play out just in front of you, with Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque and the Maiden’s Tower lit up behind the glass.

Highlights

• 2 glasses of alcohol included, local and imported, served throughout the 3-hour cruise
• Front-row VIP table by the window, right in front of the stage
• Extended VIP menu: mantı, shepherd’s salad, salmon fillet, beef steak and more
• Fruit platter, Turkish baklava and Turkish coffee to finish
• 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 VIP table as we set sail.
• 20:45 – 21:30, Turkish Dinner: Savour a multi-course VIP 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

VIP Menu · VIP Table (window-side, front of stage) · Soft Drinks Included · More Dinner Options · 2 Glasses of Alcohol Included (Local or Imported)

Starters

• Turkish Dumplings “Manti” with yogurt and tomato sauce & Shepherd’s Salad

Main Course

• Salmon Fillet
• Beef Steak
• Shepherd’s Stew
• Creamy Mushroom Chicken
• Grilled Chicken
• Roasted Fish
• Meatballs
• Chicken Curry
• Homemade Falafel (vegetarian)
• Pasta (vegetarian)
• Kids’ Menu

Dessert

• Fruit Platter & Turkish Baklava & Coffee

What’s Included

• Multi-course VIP dinner menu
• 2 glasses of alcohol included, local and imported
• Hotel pickup & drop-off (Fatih, Beyoglu, Sisli, Besiktas)
• Live entertainment & dance performances
• VIP table with Bosphorus view (window-side, front of stage)

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.