Validity period
31 December 2026 01 January 2027
Istanbul
| Ticket type | Price |
|---|---|
| Participant 9+ | € 239.0 |
Daily Tours Activities
New Year's Eve 2026 Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise
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Overview
Welcome 2027 aboard a festive Bosphorus dinner cruise in Istanbul on 31 December 2026. Enjoy an assigned table, a special dinner, Turkish dance shows, live music and a DJ as the city lights up around you. Choose the Silver package or add the Gold upgrade. Cruise approximately 20:30–02:00, with selected hotel transfers available.
- Duration 6 Hours For activities that include transfer, transfer time is included.
- Departure Location Istanbul
- Language English, Turkish, German, Russian
- Tour typeDaily Tours Activities
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Pick Up Place
Round-trip hotel pick-up and drop-off are available from selected central districts on Istanbul's European side, generally wi… Read more Read less
Round-trip hotel pick-up and drop-off are available from selected central districts on Istanbul's European side, generally with pick-up between 19:00 and 20:00. The exact hotel collection time is confirmed before the event. Guests outside the service area, including the Asian side, should arrange their own transport to the departure pier.
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Price depends on selected options
Highlights
- Welcome 2027 on a New Year's Eve Bosphorus cruise in Istanbul
- Enjoy a festive dinner and pre-arranged table seating
- Choose Silver or upgrade to Gold for added dining and drink options
- Watch Turkish dance shows, belly dancing and live entertainment
- Welcome 2027 with a midnight countdown and DJ music
- Admire illuminated palaces, bridges and waterfront landmarks
- Join with transfers from selected central European-side hotels
- Booking Confirmation: Immediate Approval.
- Voucher Type: Both Printed and Mobile Accepted.
- Accessibility: Wheelchair Friendly.
- Online Booking: Quick, Easy, and Secure.
- Vegetarian & Vegan Options: Available.
- Fast-Track Entry: No Waiting in Line.
- Cancellation policy: Moderate
Full Description
What's included
What's included
- Bosphorus cruise on 31 December 2026, approximately 20:30 to 02:00
- Pre-arranged table seating for the evening
- Special New Year's Eve dinner with starters, main course and dessert
- Unlimited local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in the standard package
- Turkish dance performances, belly dancing and live entertainment
- Midnight countdown, DJ music and New Year's Eve party
- Round-trip hotel transfers from selected central European-side areas when included in the reservation
- Additional menu, drinks, seating and entertainment benefits when the Gold upgrade is selected
What's not included
- Hotel transfers from outside the designated pick-up area
- Hotel transfers from Istanbul's Asian side
- Imported and premium beverages unless included in the chosen package or upgrade
- Gold upgrade benefits unless that option is selected and paid for
- Personal purchases, additional services and optional gratuities
- A guaranteed fireworks display or a guaranteed view of fireworks
When & Where
- Event days
- Thursday
- Departure Location
- Istanbul
Know Before You Go
Event Date and Timing
This New Year's Eve 2027 event takes place on Thursday, 31 December 2026 and ends in the early hours of Friday, 1 January 2027. Guests without a transfer should be at the confirmed departure pier by 20:00. Departure is approximately 20:30, and return is approximately 02:00. The cruise itself lasts about 5 hours 30 minutes. Hotel transfer time is additional and varies with traffic.
Silver and Gold Packages
Silver includes the festive dinner, unlimited local alcoholic drinks, Turkish entertainment and DJ music. Gold is a separately selected upgrade featuring upper-deck seating, wider menu choices, unlimited local and imported drinks and extra entertainment. The Gold upgrade details state that bookings of two or more receive one bottle of champagne per table. Review the package you select to confirm exactly what is included.
Seating, Food and Atmosphere
Tables are arranged before the event. Guests in the same reservation are seated together whenever possible, but a particular window or table position is not guaranteed unless specifically included in the selected option. Tell us about vegetarian, vegan or other dietary requirements in advance. This is a lively event with amplified music and a late finish.
Transfers and Boarding
Round-trip transfers are available only from selected central districts on Istanbul's European side. Pick-up is generally between 19:00 and 20:00; your exact time and boarding location are confirmed before the event. Guests from other areas, including the Asian side, travel independently to and from the pier.
Weather, Fireworks and Booking Conditions
The route and show order may change for weather, maritime traffic or operational reasons. Fireworks depend on third-party celebrations and visibility and are not guaranteed. Check the cancellation terms and total price displayed for your selected booking before payment.
Pickup & Meeting Point
Pick Up Place
Round-trip hotel pick-up and drop-off are available from selected central districts on Istanbul's European side, generally with pick-up between 19:00 and 20:00. The exact hotel collection time is confirmed before the event. Guests outside the service area, including the Asian side, should arrange their own transport to the departure pier.Meeting Point
Without hotel transfer, meet at the confirmed Bosphorus departure pier in Istanbul and arrive no later than 20:00 on 31 December 2026. The precise pier, boat name and boarding instructions are shared before the event. Guests with transfers should wait at their confirmed hotel lobby or main entrance at the assigned pick-up time.Departure zone
Additional information
New Year's Eve 2026 Bosphorus Dinner Cruise: Timed Program
- 31 December, 19:00–20:00: Hotel pick-up from selected central European-side districts. Pick-up time varies by hotel.
- 31 December, by 20:00: Independent guests arrive at the confirmed pier for check-in and boarding.
- 31 December, approximately 20:30: The boat departs for its evening cruise along the Bosphorus.
- 31 December, from 21:00: New Year's Eve dinner service begins, with live dinner music and Turkish entertainment.
- 31 December, 21:00–00:00: Evening entertainment includes Turkish dance shows, belly dancing and DJ music. Individual acts are not assigned fixed start times.
- 1 January, 00:00: Midnight countdown and welcome to 2027 on the Bosphorus.
- 1 January, after 00:00: DJ music and the New Year's celebration continue on board.
- 1 January, approximately 02:00: Return to the departure pier and disembarkation.
- 1 January, after 02:00: Hotel drop-off transfers begin for guests whose reservation includes transportation.
How Long Does the Experience Last?
Allow approximately 6 hours from arrival at the pier by 20:00 until return at about 02:00, including boarding. The scheduled boat journey from approximately 20:30 until 02:00 lasts about 5 hours 30 minutes, excluding hotel transport. With a hotel transfer, the evening starts at your assigned pick-up time between approximately 19:00 and 20:00 and ends after the return transfer. Total door-to-door time depends on your hotel and traffic conditions.
What Will You See Along the Bosphorus?
Possible sights include Dolmabahçe Palace, Çırağan Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, the Bosphorus Bridge, Rumeli Fortress, Beylerbeyi Palace and the Maiden's Tower. The actual sailing route depends on conditions and maritime traffic. Midnight fireworks are not guaranteed.
All times are local Istanbul time and approximate except the midnight countdown. The order of dinner service and performances may vary.
Period & Price
Validity period
31 December 2027 01 January 2028
Istanbul
| Ticket type | Price |
|---|---|
| Participant 9+ | € 239.0 |
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