Standart Cruise — Make the Night Truly Yours
A romantic evening, a family celebration or simply a special night out — our Bosphorus dinner cruise wraps it all together: traditional Turkish flavors, free-flow drinks and live entertainment in one unforgettable voyage between two continents.
Standard Dinner Cruise on the Bosphorus/Boat Location
per person
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Experience Aboard Activities Dinner, Live Shows, DJ Set & Bosphorus Sightseeing all included in this package.
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Inclusion This package covers Welcome Drink, 3-Course Dinner, Live Entertainment & Bosphorus Cruise for a worry-free evening.
Standard Dinner Cruise on the Bosphorus /Round Trip Transfer
per person
25 €-
Experience Aboard Activities Dinner, Live Shows, DJ Set & Bosphorus Sightseeing all included in this package.
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Inclusion This package covers Welcome Drink, 3-Course Dinner, Live Entertainment & Bosphorus Cruise for a worry-free evening.
Middle Table Dinner Cruise on the Bosphorus/Boat Location
per person
30 €-
Experience Aboard Activities Dinner, Live Shows, DJ Set & Bosphorus Sightseeing all included in this package.
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Inclusion This package covers Welcome Drink, 3-Course Dinner, Live Entertainment & Bosphorus Cruise for a worry-free evening.
Middle Dinner Cruise on the Bosphorus /Round Trip Transfer
per person
35 €-
Experience Aboard Activities Dinner, Live Shows, DJ Set & Bosphorus Sightseeing all included in this package.
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Inclusion This package covers 3-Course Dinner, Live Entertainment & Bosphorus Cruise for a worry-free evening.
Vip Table Dinner Cruise on the Bosphorus/Boat Location
per person
45 €-
Experience Aboard Activities Dinner, Live Shows, DJ Set & Bosphorus Sightseeing all included in this package.
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Inclusion This package covers Welcome Drink, 3-Course Dinner, Live Entertainment & Bosphorus Cruise for a worry-free evening.
Vip Table Dinner Cruise on the Bosphorus/Round Trip Transfer
per person
50 €-
Experience Aboard Activities Dinner, Live Shows, DJ Set & Bosphorus Sightseeing all included in this package.
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Inclusion This package covers Welcome Drink, 3-Course Dinner, Live Entertainment & Bosphorus Cruise for a worry-free evening.
Romantik Vip Table Dinner Cruise/Meeting Point
per person
55 €-
Experience Aboard Activities Dinner, Live Shows, DJ Set & Bosphorus Sightseeing all included in this package.
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Inclusion This package covers Welcome Drink, 3-Course Dinner, Live Entertainment & Bosphorus Cruise for a worry-free evening.
Romantic Vip Table Dinner Cruise/Round Trip Transfer
per person
60 €-
Experience Aboard Activities Dinner, Live Shows, DJ Set & Bosphorus Sightseeing all included in this package.
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Inclusion This package covers Welcome Drink, 3-Course Dinner, Live Entertainment & Bosphorus Cruise for a worry-free evening.
VIP Cruise — Make the Night Truly Yours
A romantic evening, a family celebration or simply a special night out — our Bosphorus dinner cruise wraps it all together: traditional Turkish flavors, free-flow drinks and live entertainment in one unforgettable voyage between two continents.
VIP Menu Dinner Cruise on the Bosphorus
per person
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Experience Aboard Activities Gourmet Dinner, Live Show, DJ & Romantic Setup with this premium package.
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Inclusion This package covers VIP Seating, Multi-Course Menu, Live Entertainment & Bosphorus Cruise for an elevated night out.
Romantic VIP Menu Dinner Cruise
per person
80 €-
Experience Aboard Activities Gourmet Dinner, Live Show, DJ & Romantic Setup with this premium package.
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Inclusion This package covers VIP Seating, Multi-Course Menu, Live Entertainment & Bosphorus Cruise for an elevated night out.
Private Yacht — A Bosphorus Sailing All to Yourself
Whether it is a proposal, a corporate evening or a relaxed family trip, our private yacht charters bring you complete privacy, panoramic Bosphorus views and full crew attention — a custom Istanbul journey designed entirely around you.
Private Yacht Charter on the Bosphorus
per group
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Experience Aboard Activities Private Cruise, Custom Routes, On-board Catering & Special Setups with this charter.
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Inclusion This charter includes Yacht Rental, Captain & Crew, Fuel & Bosphorus Cruise — add-ons priced separately.
Sightseeing Cruises — All-Day Bosphorus Boat Tours
Choose your moment on the Bosphorus — a Turkish breakfast in the morning, a relaxed lunch at midday, golden-hour skylines at sunset, or the illuminated city after dark.
Bosphorus Morning Tour with Breakfast
per person
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Experience Aboard Activities Breakfast & Bosphorus Sightseeing included in this morning cruise.
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Inclusion This package covers Bosphorus Cruise & Breakfast for a relaxed start to the day.
Bosphorus Lunch Cruise Tour
per person
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Experience Aboard Activities Turkish Lunch, Sightseeing, Photo Stops & Live Commentary included in this midday cruise.
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Inclusion This package covers Bosphorus Cruise, Turkish Lunch, Audio Commentary & Refreshments for a relaxed midday on the water.
Bosphorus Sunset Cruise
per person
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Experience Aboard Activities Sunset Views, Tea & Cookies, Photo Stops & Live Commentary included in this evening cruise.
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Inclusion This package covers Bosphorus Cruise, Tea & Cookies, Audio Commentary & Refreshments for a romantic evening on the water.
Bosphorus Night Cruise
per person
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Experience Aboard Activities Bosphorus Sightseeing & City Lights included in this evening cruise.
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Inclusion This package covers Bosphorus Cruise for an evening on the water.
Daily Tours — The Best of Istanbul, One Day at a Time
From relaxing sightseeing cruises along the Bosphorus to a full-day ferry escape across the Princes' Islands, our daily tours give you the most rewarding way to see Istanbul beyond the night — history, scenery and local culture in a single trip.
Princes’ Islands Day Tour
per person
- Experience Aboard Activities Island Visit, Free Time, Sea Views & Local Culture included in this full-day tour.
- Inclusion This package covers Round-trip Boat, Island Visit, Guide Assistance & Free Time for a full-day escape from Istanbul.
Bosphorus Experiences Worth Every Minute
From candle-lit dinner cruises to sun-drenched day tours, our handpicked Bosphorus experiences cover every taste — gourmet evenings, private yacht escapes, sightseeing along Istanbul's iconic strait and full-day island adventures.
An Evening That Stays With You
We build each cruise around three things — a setting you'll never forget, a menu you'll talk about for weeks, and a programme that turns guests into a single, smiling crowd. That's our promise from the first welcome drink to the final return.
A Skyline Setting
Glide between Asia and Europe with mosques, palaces and city lights reflected on the water. Few dinner tables in the world come with a view like this.
A Real Turkish Table
Mezzes from local producers, hand-grilled mains and house desserts — every course thought through, every detail tasted before it reaches your plate.
Shows That Move With You
Our resident Mehter band opens the night, folk and Oriental performers take the room, and a live DJ keeps the deck on its feet until the very last mile.
Bosphorus Cruises from €20
Premium boats, real cooks and full programmes — without the inflated price tag tourists usually pay in Istanbul. Pick your evening, lock the date, settle the bill on board.
- Up to 30% off when you reserve in advance
- Pay on the boat — nothing to commit online
- Cancel free of charge until 24 hours before sail
Stories Told from the Top Deck
The kindest thing we ever hear is when someone says they planned to come back next year before the cruise had even ended. A few of those moments, in our guests' own words.
Booked on a whim and ended up calling it the highlight of our trip. Food was way above expectations, the live band genuinely fun, and the team checked in on us all night without being pushy. Already telling friends.
Reserved the yacht for our 10-year anniversary. The captain made sure we caught the sunset at the perfect spot under the bridge and the crew prepared a quiet table with flowers. One of those evenings that you'll remember word for word.
Took the morning sightseeing cruise on our first day in Istanbul and it framed the rest of the trip — once you've seen the city from the water, everything on land suddenly makes sense. Booking was instant and the boarding was effortless.
Your Table on the Water Is Waiting
Four hours, two continents, one unrepeatable Istanbul night. Reserve your seat today and let our team handle every detail — from the welcome drink to the lights of the bridge fading behind you.
Travel Inspirations
Tips, stories and guides for the perfect Bosphorus experience.
Bosphorus cruise price guide for 2026: what a dinner cruise, sightseeing tour and private yacht cost in Istanbul, what affects the price and how to get the best value.
Planning a Princes Islands day trip from Istanbul? What to see, how to get there, which island to visit and what to expect on a guided island tour.
A guide to the top Bosphorus cruise landmarks — the palaces, fortresses, bridges and waterside mansions you will see from the water, with a tip on which side to sit.
The best time for a Bosphorus cruise, explained: why sunset sailings win, a season-by-season guide, weather tips and how to avoid the crowds in Istanbul.
General Questions
We’re committed to offering more than just cruises — we provide unforgettable experiences on the Bosphorus.
We offer Bosphorus dinner cruises (Standard & VIP packages), private yacht charters, sightseeing cruises (morning, lunch, sunset, night) and Princes’ Islands day tours.
Absolutely! Our Private Yacht charters can be tailored from 2 to 4 hours for 1 to 24 guests, with optional alcohol package, romantic setup, birthday arrangements and transfer service.
Booking is easy! Browse our cruises, choose your package and date, and complete the booking form. Our team confirms reservations within 24 hours. For urgent bookings, give us a call.
Yes — hotel pick-up and drop-off is available for most cruises and tours for a small additional fee. Just share your hotel during booking and our team will arrange it.
Absolutely! Families are welcome on all our cruises. Children under 6 sail free, and discounted youth rates apply on the VIP Dinner Cruise package.
Your Istanbul Night, Handled from Start to Finish
Our team is here to support you before, during and after your cruise — from quick reservations and transfer arrangements to reliable, fully licensed Istanbul tourism services.
Sales & Reservations
Plan your Bosphorus trip directly with our reservations team — from dinner cruises to private yacht charters, we help you book the perfect option.
Help & Guest Support
Questions about hotel pick-up, dietary needs or last-minute changes? We answer on WhatsApp, by phone or email — same-day, every day.
Transparent Service
The price you see is the price you pay. No surprise fees at the dock, no upsells on board — just a well-run evening from start to finish.
- No hidden fees — full price transparency before you book
- Confirmed itinerary sent within 2 hours of booking
- All boats registered under Turkish maritime law
Authorized Tour Operator
Vocania Bosphorus is a licensed Istanbul tour operator — a fully registered team for your cruise, day tour, yacht charter and transfer needs.
- Licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Culture & Tourism
- Insurance coverage on all Bosphorus departures
- Official receipts & invoices for every booking
