How long is the Bosphorus dinner cruise experience?
The Bosphorus dinner cruise lasts approximately 3 hours, including dining and entertainment.
| Window-Side Table | Standard Menu with Unlimited Soft Drinks with Meeting Point
Watch Istanbul come alive after dark from the best seat on the water aboard a Mega Lüfer Yachts cruise — a guaranteed table beside the yacht's panoramic windows on this 3-hour Bosphorus dinner cruise. From the moment you check in at the meeting point near the pier, the Mega Lüfer Yachts crew will...
Duration: 3 hours
Meeting point: Mega Lüfer Kabataş
Starting from 2940 TRY (Adult: 1600 TRY, Child: 70 TRY)
Highlights
- Guaranteed window-side table for the entire 3-hour Bosphorus dinner cruise
- Mega Lüfer Yachts' signature Standard Menu — full Turkish dinner with meze, main course, salad & baklava
- Unlimited tea, coffee & soft drinks served at your table
- Live Turkish folk dance, oriental (belly) dance & traditional music shows
- Uninterrupted views of Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, the Bosphorus Bridge & Maiden's Tower
What's included
- Unlimited soft drinks
- Live entertainment program
- Live traditional Turkish music
- Turkish coffee and tea
- Private table
- Standard Dinner Menu
| Window-Side Table | Standard Menu with Unlimited Soft Drinks with Meeting Point
Watch Istanbul come alive after dark from the best seat on the water aboard a Mega Lüfer Yachts cruise — a guaranteed table beside the yacht's panoramic windows on this 3-hour Bosphorus dinner cruise. From the moment ...
- From
- TRY 2,350
- Duration
- 3 h
- Meeting point
- Mega Lüfer Kabataş
Highlights
- Guaranteed window-side table for the entire 3-hour Bosphorus dinner cruise
- Mega Lüfer Yachts' signature Standard Menu — full Turkish dinner with meze, main course, salad & baklava
- Unlimited tea, coffee & soft drinks served at your table
- Live Turkish folk dance, oriental (belly) dance & traditional music shows
- Uninterrupted views of Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, the Bosphorus Bridge & Maiden's Tower
What's included
- Unlimited soft drinks
- Live entertainment program
- Live traditional Turkish music
- Turkish coffee and tea
- Private table
- Standard Dinner Menu
| Window-Side Table | Standard Menu with Unlimited Soft Drinks with Meeting Point
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Mega Lüfer Yachts' Window-Side Table option is a 3-hour evening Bosphorus dinner cruise in Istanbul that guarantees guests a table directly beside the yacht's panoramic windows. Guests are served the operator's Standard Menu — a multi-course Turkish dinner featuring cold meze, a hot starter, a choice of main course, salad, and baklava — along with unlimited soft drinks and live performances of Turkish folk dance, oriental (belly) dance, and traditional music. The route passes landmarks including Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, the Bosphorus Bridge, and the Maiden's Tower. Hotel transfer is not included; guests join the cruise at a designated meeting point near the pier. It belongs to the broader category of Istanbul Bosphorus dinner cruises with live entertainment.
About this experience
Watch Istanbul come alive after dark from the best seat on the water aboard a Mega Lüfer Yachts cruise — a guaranteed table beside the yacht's panoramic windows on this 3-hour Bosphorus dinner cruise. From the moment you check in at the meeting point near the pier, the Mega Lüfer Yachts crew will walk you straight to your reserved window-side table, so you can settle in before the yacht even leaves the dock.
As your cruise begins, the yacht eases away from the pier and turns into the strait that has divided — and connected — Europe and Asia for centuries. From your window seat, you'll have an uninterrupted view as the city glides by: the Baroque façade of Dolmabahçe Palace lit up against the night sky, the elegant silhouette of Ortaköy Mosque sitting right at the water's edge, the glittering span of the Bosphorus Bridge overhead, the stone walls of Rumeli Fortress rising from the European shore, and finally the Maiden's Tower, standing alone on its small island exactly as it has for almost a thousand years. Few places in the world let you see this much history pass by your dinner table in a single evening.
While you take it all in, you'll be served Mega Lüfer Yachts' Standard Menu — its signature full Turkish dinner spread, designed to introduce guests to a real cross-section of Turkish cuisine. The Standard Menu opens with a welcome cocktail and a spread of cold Turkish meze (6 types in total) — kısır, broad bean fava, spicy ezme, vegetable salad, orzo salad, and potato salad — followed by a hot vegetable starter (paçanga pastry). For your main course, choose between grilled chicken skewers, grilled meatballs with rice, grilled sea bass served with potato salad and lemon, or a vegetarian plate with Italian-style pasta. The menu closes with a seasonal salad, seasonal fruit, and traditional baklava, with unlimited tea, coffee, and soft drinks poured throughout the night.
The entertainment matches the setting: live Turkish folk dance, oriental (belly) dance, and traditional Turkish music performances run through the evening, turning dinner into a full cultural show — a favorite for first-time visitors to Istanbul, couples on a night out, and groups who want to experience Turkish hospitality, food, and music in one outing with Mega Lüfer Yachts.
This option is built around flexibility and value: hotel transfer is not included, so guests make their own way to the designated meeting point near the pier ahead of departure, where the Mega Lüfer Yachts team checks them in and seats them at their guaranteed window table. It's a great fit for travelers staying nearby, those who'd rather arrange their own transport, or anyone who simply wants to be sure of a window seat — without paying for a transfer they don't need — on one of Istanbul's most popular evening experiences.
What You'll Experience
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Guaranteed window-side table for the entire 3-hour Bosphorus dinner cruise
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Mega Lüfer Yachts' signature Standard Menu — full Turkish dinner with meze, main course, salad & baklava
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Unlimited tea, coffee & soft drinks served at your table
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Live Turkish folk dance, oriental (belly) dance & traditional music shows
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Uninterrupted views of Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, the Bosphorus Bridge & Maiden's Tower
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No hotel transfer — simply join at the designated meeting point near the pier (ideal for nearby guests or independent travelers)
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One of Istanbul's most popular evening dinner cruise experiences with live entertainment
Meeting Point
Mega Lüfer Kabataş
How to find us
Make your way to the pier located through Kabataş Kadoil Petrol Station. The docking time of the ship is 8:15 PM and the departure time from the port is 8:45 PM. Look for the cruise boat inside the petrol station. The name of the boat is Mega Lüfer. You can use public transportation to get to the meeting point. The pier is a 5-minute walk from Dolmabahçe Palace and Galataport. If you take the F1 Funicular from Taksim, you can reach Kabatas in 5-10 minutes. You can reach Kabatas by T1 tram from Sultanahmet, Karaköy, and Eminönü. The pier is a 15-minute walk from Beşiktaş and 5 minutes by bus or car. Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/842MHrotT77js1mE8
Itinerary - Itinerary
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Mega Lüfer Yachts | Bosphorus Dinner Cruise İstanbul | Sunset & Daytime Tours
Departure Point
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Dolmabahçe Mosque
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Dolmabahçe Palace
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Çırağan Palace
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Feriye Palace
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Ortaköy Mosque
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Bosphorus Bridge
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Galatasaray Islet
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Rumeli Fortress
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Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
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Anatolian Fortress
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Küçüksu Pavilion
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Kuleli Military High School
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Beylerbeyi Palace
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Maiden's Tower
Choose from 1 available option
Standard Menu with Unlimited Soft Drinks and Meeting Point
20% OFFWith this option, you can enjoy your dinner with unlimited soft drinks at a private table. Hotel pickup and drop-off is not included. Alcoholic drinks are not included and can be ordered for an extra charge.
Meeting Point: Mega Lüfer Kabataş
Ömer Avni, Meclis-i Mebusan Cd. No:34, 34427 Beyoğlu/İstanbul
Free cancellation available
%20
$59.85
$47.88
1 Adult (8+) x $59.85
All taxes and fees included
Know before you go
The activity caters to special dietary requirements, including vegetarian, pescetarian, and halal Our tours are provided with the Mega Lüfer-1, Mega Lüfer-2 and Mega Lüfer-3 which are Istanbul's only yachts with Safe Tourism Certification, subject to boat availability. There is no option to choose a specific boat. Rest assured, there is no difference in the shows, meals or quality on board the boats When purchasing the product, there are additional add-ons related to table and seating options within the selected options. These add-ons must be selected per person.
Add Extras (Optional)
Birthday Celebration – Cake & Birthday Song (For Two Person)
Birthday Celebration – Cake & Birthday Song (For Two Person)
+$20.36/person
VIP Lounge Table Seating
Seating at a table in the VIP Lounge (upper deck).
+$16.29/person
Close Stage Table
Seating at a table close to the stage and live show area.
+$16.29/person
Total: $59.85
What's Included
Unlimited soft drinks
Live entertainment program
Live traditional Turkish music
Turkish coffee and tea
Private table
Standard Dinner Menu
What's Not Included
Extra alcohlic drinks (depending on option selected, available for purchase)
Tips
Hotel Pickup and Drop off
Policies & Important Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Google Reviews
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Mega Lüfer Yachts | Bosphorus Dinner Cruise İstanbul | Sunset & Daytime Tours
Raffaella Poreo
in the last weekThe activity itself isn't bad. They serve a cold appetizer, a hot fried roll, and then a choice of fish or meat, some pieces of fruit, and a traditional dessert. The dancing wasn't bad either; the dancers occasionally try to get involved. What I didn't like: - I understand it's a tourist activity, but the photo service is perhaps a bit too present (there are a couple of photographers who constantly wander around taking pictures of everyone because they ultimately want to sell you an album; they stop at your table while you're eating to take pictures of you) - The waiters are friendly, but many of them are constantly circling, so you can't see the show. - There are so many tables, and they're very close together; it's difficult to get past if you want to go outside. - I would have appreciated some kind of guide/notice when we passed monuments/nice things to see, since if you don't know where they are, you'll probably miss them, perhaps because you're busy eating or something else.
محمد الشهراني
in the last week
Çetin Asar
in the last weekEşim ve kızımla birlikte evliliğimizin 10. Yılını kutlamak için geldik, gayet memnun kaldık. Çalışanlar çok ilgililer özellikle bizimle ilgilenen Rıdvan isimli genç arkadaşımız çok ilgilendi bizimle kendisine teşekkür ederim.
Will Leonard
in the last weekadem was brilliant great guy
LDH 12
in the last weekAdem = legend
Luna Exotic
in the last weekIf you want to see Istanbul from the water, this cruise line is the best first . It’s not a boat. This is a fancy yacht. The food was good, the ambience and entertainment on bard was great, affordable price, and Aden was amazing., he made my birthday extra special by giving me a great window table .
ibrahim AZIZ
in the last weekVery enjoyable experience, Baris was a great host for us❤️
Sila Kayan
in the last weekA fantastic experience, I would recommend it to everyone.
Daniel Schedel
in the last weekThe boat trip was wonderful. The food was delicious and the shows were fantastic! The staff in our row were supervised by Baris. They were extremely well-organized and very friendly. I would definitely recommend the trip :)
Leonardo Ugolini
in the last weekA lovely evening, dinner on a boat on the Bosphorus with music and dancing. Well done, Adil, friendly and kind.
Masa Masa
in the last weekAdem, the waiter, best man 🤣
Ali Alaspli
in the last weekA really enjoyable experience overall. The atmosphere on the boat was great, with music, dancing and different shows throughout the evening. We booked two full VIP tickets, and the food was more than enough, the service was excellent and the drinks were unlimited. We also really enjoyed the views along the Bosphorus, although unfortunately the weather wasn’t great that evening. The only other downside was that the music was sometimes a bit too loud. Overall, we had a great evening and really enjoyed the experience.
Greg Phillips
in the last weekThe best dinner party on a boat in Istanbul.
FRANCEVELYN ROJAS PERDOMO
in the last weekImperdible crucero con Mega Lüfer Yachts, es lindo, agradable, ambiente increíble, show espectacular, comida exquisita, atención super gracias a nuestro mesero Baran. Una gran experiencia viajar por el mar mediterráneo (Mar egeo y Mar negro)
Ramin Abbasi
in the last weekEverything was perfect and I recommend it
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From$59.85$47.88%20
per personFrequently Asked Questions
What is included in the Standard Menu with Unlimited Soft Drinks package?
This package includes a 3-course dinner served at your window-side private table, unlimited soft drinks, and a live traditional Turkish night show.
Are children allowed on the Bosphorus dinner cruise, and is there a child policy?
Children are welcome on the cruise; however, the menu and entertainment are designed for adults, and children must be accompanied by an adult.
What is the cancellation policy for this cruise experience?
Cancellations made at least 24 hours before the departure time receive a full refund; cancellations after this period may not be refunded.
Where is the meeting point for boarding the Bosphorus dinner cruise?
The boarding point is at the designated Mega Lüfer Yachts pier in Istanbul, which will be confirmed in your booking details.
Is there a dress code for the Bosphorus dinner cruise?
Smart casual attire is recommended to ensure comfort and suitability for the elegant dining and entertainment setting.
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