Istanbul New Year’s Eve 2026 Luxury Dinner Cruise

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5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 4 more

Welcome the New Year in the most spectacular way — aboard a luxury cruise on the Bosphorus, sailing between Europe and Asia under Istanbul’s sparkling skyline.
This exclusive event is not just a dinner but a full celebration featuring live music, dance shows, unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, a breathtaking fireworks display, and surprise New Year gift raffles.
Enjoy world-class service, delicious cuisine, and vibrant entertainment for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve experience on the Bosphorus.

What's Included

New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner (3-course menu)
Live music, DJ performance, and dance shows
Special New Year’s Eve surprise gift raffle for guests
Full cruise and location details shared via WhatsApp one day before the event
Unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
Spectacular fireworks show over the Bosphorus
Round-trip transfer from centrally located Istanbul hotels
Professional tour and event staff
Personal expenses and optional gratuities
Photo shoot
Guests outside the central pick-up zone must reach the nearest meeting point by themselves.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

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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Meeting point
Sultania Luxury Cruise - Dinner on the Bosphorus

Please arrive at the boat location by 8:15 PM. All boat details and location information will be sent to guests one day before the tour via WhatsApp.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Istanbul

    19:15 – 20:15 Hotel Pick-up Guests staying in Istanbul City Center (Sultanahmet, Taksim, Fatih, Beyoğlu, Karaköy, Sirkeci, Laleli, Aksaray, Şişli, Beyazıt, Kumkapı, Kadırga) will be picked up from their hotels. Exact pick-up time will be confirmed after booking.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Kabataş iskelesi

    Enjoy a festive dinner and entertainment while cruising along the Bosphorus. You will pass and admire Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks:

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • Dolmabahce Palace (Pass by)

    Once the administrative heart of the Ottoman Empire, this 19th-century palace showcases stunning European-style architecture and luxurious interiors facing the Bosphorus.

    Admission ticket free
  • Ciragan Palace Kempinski (Pass by)

    A former Ottoman palace, now a five-star hotel, known for its marble beauty and waterfront elegance that reflects the splendor of imperial Istanbul.

    Admission ticket free
  • Büyük Mecidiye Mosque (Pass by)

    A masterpiece of Baroque architecture, this mosque sits gracefully beneath the Bosphorus Bridge, offering one of the most scenic views in the city.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Bosphorus Bridge

    The iconic bridge connecting Europe and Asia. At night, it glows with colorful LED lights, creating a magical skyline view.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • Beylerbeyi Palace (Pass by)

    Located on the Asian shore, this summer residence of Ottoman sultans combines European design with Eastern details, symbolizing royal luxury.

    Admission ticket free
  • KIz Kulesi (Pass by)

    Standing on a tiny islet at the entrance of the Bosphorus, this romantic tower is wrapped in legend and offers a timeless view of Istanbul.

    Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Istanbul

    00:00 | New Year Celebration & Fireworks Celebrate the New Year under the fireworks illuminating the Istanbul skyline.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Kabataş iskelesi

    After the celebration and fireworks, the cruise will return to the pier around 12:30 – 1:00 AM. Guests staying in the city center will be comfortably transferred back to their hotels. Those who prefer can disembark at Kabataş pier and continue their night in Istanbul at their own leisure.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Sultanahmet Old City Travel Turizm Organizasyon

Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Water Tours
Food & Drink

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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