Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise: Turkish Menu & Live Show

Dinner and a show on the water, with the Maiden's Tower and Galata Tower lit up on either side

An evening dinner cruise on Istanbul's Bosphorus aboard the Mega Lüfer yacht, where you sit at a private table, eat a multi-course Turkish menu, and watch live entertainment—folk dances, whirling dervishes, belly dancing and DJ sets—while the city's landmarks pass by on both shores. The 3-hour voyage includes unlimited soft drinks or a local alcoholic drinks package, depending on which option you choose at checkout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Bosphorus dinner cruise and show

• Board Mega Lüfer yacht
• Cruise Bosphorus with landmark views
• Enjoy Turkish appetizer plate
• Eat hot starters of the day
• Choose mixed grill, grilled fish, or vegetarian main
• Have seasonal salad and dessert
• Watch live folk dances and whirling dervishes
• See oriental, Latin-Flamenco, and rhythm shows
• Enjoy DJ performance
• Relax with unlimited soft drinks or local drinks

The Experience

The Mega Lüfer yacht departs from Viaport Marina and sails the Bosphorus for three hours, passing the glittering silhouette of the Maiden's Tower, Galata Tower, Ortaköy Mosque and the Bosphorus Bridges. Dinner arrives in courses: a Turkish appetizer plate with ten types of items, hot starters, then your choice of mixed grill, grilled fish or a vegetarian main, followed by seasonal salad, fruit and dessert. The yacht carries certified Safe Tourism standards, and you stay at a private table throughout the evening.

Entertainment runs continuously—live food music, whirling dervishes, Turkish folk dances (Zeybek and Halay), an oriental show, Latin-Flamenco performances, a Caucasian and Roman dance team, a rhythm show and DJ sets. The energy shifts from traditional to contemporary as the night moves on. You choose your drinks package at checkout: unlimited soft drinks, or unlimited local alcoholic drinks if you prefer. Infants and small children can come along; the cruise suits all fitness levels.

What’s included

• A 3-hour Bosphorus cruise on the Mega Lüfer yacht with a private table.
• a multi-course Turkish dinner with mixed grill, grilled fish or vegetarian options.
• unlimited soft drinks or unlimited local alcoholic drinks (your choice at checkout).
• live entertainment including whirling dervishes, Turkish folk dances, belly dancing, Latin-Flamenco and DJ performances.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearby

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Is this one for you?Book this cruise if you want dinner and a show in one evening without splitting your time between a restaurant and a separate performance venue. The private table and fixed 3-hour schedule mean the whole night—food, entertainment and the Bosphorus views—unfolds without you arranging the pieces.

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Top questions

What exactly is on the Turkish dinner menu?

The menu includes a Turkish appetizer plate with ten types of items, hot starters, a choice of mixed grill, grilled fish or vegetarian main course, seasonal salad, and fruit with dessert. Drinks are unlimited soft drinks or unlimited local alcoholic drinks, depending on your option.

What kind of live entertainment happens during the cruise?

The entertainment program features whirling dervishes, Turkish folk dances (Zeybek and Halay), an oriental belly dancing show, Latin-Flamenco performances, a Caucasian and Roman dance team, a rhythm show and DJ performances throughout the evening.

How long is the Bosphorus dinner cruise?

The cruise runs for 3 hours, departing from Viaport Marina and sailing past the Maiden's Tower, Galata Tower, Ortaköy Mosque and the Bosphorus Bridges.

Can I bring young children on this dinner cruise?

Yes, infants and small children can join the cruise; they can ride in a pram or stroller if needed. The experience suits all fitness levels.

What are the drink options on the cruise?

You choose at checkout between unlimited soft drinks or unlimited local alcoholic drinks. Both options are included in your ticket; there is no additional charge for either package.