Luxury Yacht for New Year's Eve in Istanbul
An exclusive way to celebrate New Year's Eve in Istanbul illuminated by fireworks
If you want to celebrate New Year's Eve in Istanbul in a unique and memorable way, consider renting a luxury yacht in Istanbul. The Bosphorus Strait, a vital waterway for centuries, provides a stunning backdrop for your celebration. On a yacht cruise for New Year's Eve in Istanbul, you'll enjoy spectacular views of famous landmarks and charming neighborhoods along the water. The sight of Istanbul illuminated by festive lights and fireworks is truly breathtaking.
Keep reading to learn more about New Year's Eve in Istanbul, the various types of yachts available, timings, and other useful information for an unforgettable celebration.











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Overview
- Private yacht; exclusive for you and your group
- Minimum 4-hour rental
- Customize your experience with "extra services"
What is included?
- 4 Hours Yacht Rental (9:00pm-1:00am)
- Dinner Menu
- Certified Crew
- Music System with Bluetooth
- Fuel
- Insurance
Extra services
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Decoration
- Photography
- Live Music
- Tour guide
- Hotel transfer
- Shows (laser, volcano)
Why go on a luxury yacht cruise for New Year's Eve in Istanbul?

Exclusive Experience
Celebrate the arrival of 2025 in style aboard a premier yacht, enjoying a private and luxurious setting away from the crowds.

Unforgettable Start
Begin the new year with an extraordinary experience, surrounded by the beauty of Istanbul's Bosphorus landscape.

Intimate Celebration
Share this special moment with your loved ones in an intimate and exclusive environment, creating lasting memories.

Stunning Views
Witness Istanbul's skyline illuminated by spectacular fireworks, providing a breathtaking backdrop for your New Year's Eve celebration in Istanbul.

Live Entertainment
Enhance the festive atmosphere with optional live entertainment options such as belly dancer, or DJ, ensuring a lively and memorable night.

Flavors of Turkish Cuisine
Savor authentic Turkish flavors, such as mezes, meats, and seafood, prepared by local restaurants using fresh ingredients.
Why Lotus Yachts?
Private Rental
Our private yacht trips are just for you and your friends or family. You can enjoy the sea without any interruptions!
Personalized Services
You can make your cruise just how you want it. We offer lots of customization options so your trip can match exactly what you're looking for.
Easy and Safe Booking
Our online system makes it simple and safe to book, allowing you to quickly secure your spot on the yacht of your choice.
Experienced Team
With over 2,000 yacht tours conducted in the past 5+ years, the Lotus Yachts team is here to ensure your Bosphorus cruise is smooth and enjoyable.
5-star Guest Reviews
People love our yacht tours and have given us 5-star reviews. They've had amazing experiences and repeatedly choose us for new adventures.
Customize your New Year's Eve in Istanbul Celebration

Food and Beverages

Photographer

Decoration & Celebration Options

Live Music Options

Laser Show Under the Bridge

Pick-up and Drop-off

Belly Dancer

Flower Bouquet

DJ
Frequently Asked Questions: Luxury Yacht Rental for New Year's Eve in Istanbul
The package typically includes a private yacht rental, gourmet dining, optional live entertainment, and breathtaking views of Istanbul's skyline and fireworks. Please contact us or ask for a price quote to get more information.
New Year's Eve Bosphorus tours and additional services tend to be more expensive due to the high demand and the special nature of the celebration. The unique experience of celebrating New Year's on the Bosphorus, complete with fireworks, gourmet dining, and live entertainment options, justifies the premium pricing. We strive to provide a memorable and exclusive event for all our guests, ensuring top-notch service and an unforgettable start to the New Year.
Please contact us for detailed pricing information.
The rental usually covers the entire evening, from dinner time until after midnight, ensuring you can enjoy the fireworks and celebrations. The duration is minimum 4 hours, you can extend the duration upon availability.
Yes, you can tailor the dining options and choose from various entertainment options to suit your preferences.
Depending on the yacht, capacities range from small, intimate gatherings to larger parties. Please contact us to get an offer based on your group size.
The yachts depart from popular Bosphorus regions. Those are Bebek, Arnavutköy, Kuruçeşme, Karaköy, or Galataport. Each yacht has a different departure point, which you can view on the yachts' booking page.
We provide a full course dinner including
- Cold Appetizers
- Hot Appetizers
- Mix Salad
- Main Course
- Fruit Platter
Limitless Soft Drinks & Tea
You can order alcohol on board or ask for limitless alcohol option for an extra cost.
You can select your preferred food and beverage options when you make your reservation.
Please contact us for more information.
We also cater to dietary preferences, including vegetarian and vegan meals. Please let us know in advance if you have any specific dietary requirements.
Cancelling your reservation: We understand that plans can change. For a full refund, you can cancel your booking up to 7 days before your departure time.
Changing your reservation: At latest 1 day before your reservation, you can change the tour start time based on availability. You can extend the duration with hourly charges upon availability.
While there's no strict dress code, smart casual or festive attire is recommended to match the celebratory atmosphere. Comfortable shoes and a jacket are also advised due to the outdoor setting.
Generally, weather conditions do not impact the Bosphorus yacht tours.
Our yachts are equipped with protective covers for rain and wind. This ensures that the tours proceed as scheduled, even in the event of rain or snow.
However, in the rare instance of a strong storm, captains may suggest rescheduling.
Tour postponement is only considered if the captain deems it unsafe to proceed. Otherwise, the tours continue as planned.
Yes, we recommend you book your yacht cruise in advance for New Year's Eve in Istanbul to ensure availability.
Safety measures include;
- life jackets for all passengers,
- first aid kits,
- fire extinguishers,
- and trained crew.
The yachts are regularly maintained and inspected to meet safety standards.
You may request a different pick-up or drop-off location than the original location of the yacht. Please note that there is an extra cost for changing the original location. You can see these locations and the associated costs below:
Restaurants
You may request pick-up or drop-off from these restaurants only if you are a guest there. Additional charges may apply.
- Uskumru Restaurant
- Lacivert Restaurant
- Olea Bosphorus & The Bar
- Hakkasan Istanbul
- Novikov Istanbul
- Oligark Istanbul Restaurant
- Ali Ocakbaşı
Restaurants Close to the Piers
These restaurants are close to the piers where we can pick up or drop off. Additional charges may apply.
- Arnavutköy Balıkçısı
- Sur Balık
- Chacha
- Del Mare
- Bebek Balıkçısı
- Park Fora Fish & Seafood Restaurant
- Alaf Kuruçeşme
- Feriye
Hotels
You may request pick-up or drop-off from these restaurants only if you are a guest there. Additional charges may apply.
- Çırağan Palace Kempinski
- Four Seasons Bosphorus
- Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus
Other Locations
You may request pick-up or drop-off from these locations. Additional charges may apply.
- Bebek
- Arnavutköy Pier
- Kuruçeşme
- Ortaköy Pier
- Karaköy Pier
- Galataport
- Kandilli Pier
- Kuleli
Extra Charges for Requested Pick-up and Drop-off Location
If you want a different pick-up location than the original one, extra charges apply. Here is how we calculate the extra cost for a different pick-up or drop-off location:
- Travel Time Addition:
The time it takes for the yacht to arrive at your requested pick-up location will create an extra cost. For example, your yacht departs from Bebek but you want to board from Uskumru Restaurant. It will take 30 minutes for the yacht to arrive at Uskumru Restaurant. So, the pick-up price will include the 30-minute rate for the yacht you choose. If you also want to end the tour at the same place, the return travel time will double the price.
- Boarding Fees:
Some marinas or piers require a boarding fee. This amount creates an extra charge for the guests. All marinas and most piers used by ferries have a boarding fee.
Yachts have limited availability. Please check with our guest support team if you want to change the pick-up or drop-off location. This option is only available based on the yacht's availability.
Luxury Yacht Cruise for New Year's Eve in Istanbul