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Bosphorus New Year's Eve Dinner Cruise in Istanbul

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Istanbul, Turkey
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5 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

You forgot all the New Years you had before. How about having fun with an unforgettable night in 2026? We bring you Turkish cuisine with our unlimited alcoholic and soft drinks open bar and a dinner menu special for the New Year. Turkish dances, including belly dance, and you will encounter many surprises. You will watch the fireworks show while sipping your champagne on board. We look forward to seeing you among us.

What's Included

  • Multi-course gala dinner featuring traditional Turkish specialties
  • Midnight champagne toast for New Year's Eve
  • Unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Personal gratuities for boat crew and service staff
  • Imported premium spirits and vintage wines (unless upgraded)
  • Hotel transfers outside designated central Istanbul zones
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Pick-up is available only from hotels located in the following areas: Istanbul City Center Hotels, Sultanahmet, Aksaray, Laleli, Grand Bazaar, Sirkeci, Karakoy, Taksim, Beyoglu, Fatih, Eminonu, Cankurtaran, Sisli, Kadırga, Kumkapi, Beyazit.Please note: Pick-up service is not available from the Asian (Anatolian) side of Istanbul. Guests staying on the Asian side are kindly requested to meet at a designated meeting point in the European side city center.Make sure to be ready at your hotel lobby 10 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time.The exact pick-up time will be confirmed after booking.

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Beyoglu TR
Ömer Avni, Meclis-i Mebusan Cd. No:34, 34427 Beyoğlu, Ömer Avni, 34100 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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Bosphorus Strait (pass by)

You will have the chance to see many palaces, mosques, towers, fortresses, and waterfront mansions on the Bosphorus sunset yacht tour. Historical sites you will see on the European shore of the Bosphorus; Galata Tower Dolmabahce Palace Ciragan Palace Ortakoy Mosque The Bosphorus Bridge Rumeli Fortress The Fatih Mehmet Bridge Galata Bridge Galata Port Historical sites you will see on the Asia shore of the Bosphorus; Kanlica Amcazade Huseyin Pasa Yali Anatolian Fortress Kucuksu Palace Kandilli The Kuleli Naval Station Cengelkoy Beylerbeyi Palace Maiden's Tower
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Dolmabahce Palace (pass by)

The Dolmabahce Palace, built by the Ottoman Sultan Abdülmecit in 1856 on the shore of the Bosphorus, is one of the most important landmarks of Istanbul with its magnificent view bearing traces of Western architecture.Read more about Istanbul New Year's Eve Dinner Cruise - https://www.viator.com/tours/Istanbul/Istanbul-New-Years-Eve-Dinner-Cruise/d585-224213P14?mcid=56757
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Büyük Mecidiye Mosque (pass by)

Ortaköy is one of Istanbul's favorite districts with its beautiful and colorful bazaar and lively atmosphere located in the triangle of the magnificent mosque, mosque, church and synagogue, situated under the European foot of the Bosphorus Bridge. Ortaköy is also one of the most popular meeting points of Istanbul residents with its popular nightclubs, bars, beautiful cafes and restaurants, and the pier square and kumpir shops.
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Bosphorus Bridge (pass by)

The oldest bridge built in Istanbul, it is a magnificent structure connecting the continents of Asia and Europe.
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Ortakoy (pass by)

The oldest bridge built in Istanbul, it is a magnificent structure connecting the continents of Asia and Europe.
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Bebek Sahili (pass by)

It is claimed that the oldest known name of the district, which is thought to date back to the pre-Christian era as a small fishing village, is Hallai, a corrupted form of the word Skallai (piers) written in various ways (Challae, Chilai, Khile) in various sources.
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Rumeli Hisarı (pass by)

The Rumeli Fortress, which is a magnificent structure with its three big towers and city walls, is located opposite the Anadolu fortress at the point where the two shores of the Bosphorus are at the very closest point
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Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge (pass by)

Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge is the suspension bridge between Kavacık and Hisarüstü in Istanbul, connecting Asia and Europe for the second time after the Bosphorus Bridge.
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Anadolu Hisari Fort (pass by)

Anadoluhisarı was built between 1393 and 1394 on the commission of the Ottoman Sultan Bayezid I, as part of his preparations for a siege on the then-Byzantine city of Constantinople.
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Kucuksu Pavilion (pass by)

Kucuksu Pavilion (Küçüksu Kasrı) located in the area between Küçüksu and Göksu streams in the Bosphorus, dates back to the Byzantine period. Küçüksu was one of the sultan’s private gardens during the Ottoman period. It is known that Murad IV. (1623-1640) loved it and called it “Silver Cypress”.
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Beylerbeyi Palace (pass by)

Beylerbeyi Palace, which has an impressive structure with its wooden carving and gold embroidery workmanship, is one of the most spectacular buildings in Istanbul.
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KIz Kulesi (pass by)

One of the most romantic symbols of Istanbul, the Maiden's Tower was restored in 2000 and started to serve as a restaurant. Üsküdar coastal boats reached the island in 5 minutes to offer marriage to the girl, became one of Istanbul's customs. There is no need to eat in the restaurant to visit the Maiden's Tower, you can only see the Maiden's Tower by paying the toll on the boat.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: Will I get seasick on Bosphorus New Year’s Eve Dinner Cruise in Istanbul?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Multi-course gala dinner featuring traditional Turkish specialties
  • Midnight champagne toast for New Year's Eve
  • Unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Bosphorus New Year's Eve celebration cruise on a luxury vessel
  • Onboard live entertainment including belly dancers and folk shows
  • Live DJ performance and countdown celebration
  • Personal gratuities for boat crew and service staff
  • Imported premium spirits and vintage wines (unless upgraded)
  • Hotel transfers outside designated central Istanbul zones

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers

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