The 4 Best Dinner Sailing Cruises in Turkey

1.Bosphorus Night Cruise with Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 209 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $54Our pick

Spend about two hours on a luxury yacht between Europe and Asia, with views of Dolmabahçe, Ortaköy, Rumeli Fortress, Maiden’s Tower, and Galataport. The small group is capped at 30, and guides such as Ozzie help explain the sights while drinks and light food add comfort.

“This is a great cruise on the Bosporus. We were lucky to see the snow filled vistas. Snacks and drinks were also given which was a plus. Highly recommend!”

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2.Bosphorus Night Cruise on the Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 107 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $60

Spend about two hours on a small luxury yacht, sailing between Istanbul’s European and Asian shores at sunset. You’ll pass Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy, Rumeli Fortress, Maiden’s Tower, and more. The group is limited to 25, with crew members Aleyna and Suleiman praised for warm service.

“Wonderful, friendly crew. Thanks tu Aleyna! Thanks to Suleiman! It was so nice to be on the water and enjoy picturesque views and the Sunset on Bosphorus. Perfect relaxing and exciting tour.”

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3.Romantic Night Cruise Live Violinist

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 98 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $60

Spend about two hours on a small-group night yacht cruise along Istanbul’s Bosphorus. Expect live violin music, a glass of wine, views of Ottoman palaces and illuminated bridges, plus a return to the easy-to-find Ömer Avni meeting point.

“It was a decent and pleasant night. It was a really nice experience to end our last day in Istanbul with such a program. They offered live violin and a glass of wine. We ordered the rest from the yacht's menu. The view of the Bosphorus fascinated us. Our team was so sweet and gave us blankets to keep us cold. There was an easy meeting point. The team contacted us via WhatsApp and gave all the details. They are definitely worth the price. I have no doubt that I will receive this service again when I come with my friends next year.”

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4.Bodrum Private Motor-Yacht Sunset Tour With Dinner For 3 Hour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $409

You’ll spend three hours on a private motor yacht from Bodrum’s Kumbahçe harbor, with Captain Sahin’s crew, a swim in Aquarium Bay or an alternate cove, onboard fish, chicken, or vegetarian dinner, fruit, soft drinks, snorkeling, paddleboarding, and sunset views.

“We were about an hour late due to traffic however, the owner of the yacht was very accommodating and waiting for us. As soon as we arrived he helped us onto the yacht and IMMEDIATELY set off. The views were amazing oh and the fish on board was to die for. It was so nice. The crew overall were dope and myself and my wife would do this again.”

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