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The 15 Best Shows in the World

24 tours  ·  from $6 a head

The 15 best shows you can book today, with the per-person price, how long you are aboard and who each one suits. Start at the top and work down.

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table - Boarding and the Evening Schedule
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

1.Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 62,058 reviews · 3 hours · from $28Our pick

Spend three hours aboard a Mega Lüfer yacht, sailing between Europe and Asia while enjoying Turkish mezes, a choice of grilled meat, sea bass, or vegetarian food, and stage shows including folk dance, flamenco, belly dance, and dervishes. Choose hotel transfers, window seating, close-stage seating, or a VIP upper-deck table.

“Funny experience and Yunus, our waiter, was very kind and careful of us.”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show - From hotel lobby to the waterfront
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

2.Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 12,954 reviews · 3 hours · from $28

Spend three hours sailing between Istanbul’s European and Asian shores aboard Turyol Bosfor. Expect a Turkish dinner, local drinks if selected, a 1.5-hour dance show, live music, and views of illuminated palaces, bridges, and Maiden’s Tower. Servers such as Blake, Elvis, and Sadi have earned praise for attentive service.

“We celebrated my father’s birthday there, everything was arranged perfectly from the transportation to the end of the show. The service in the restaurant was excellent and the whole experience was truly wonderful. Highly recommended!”

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Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bullet Train 1 Day from Tokyo - The 2.5-hour coach ride to Mt Fuji
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Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bullet Train 1 Day from Tokyo

3.Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bullet Train 1 Day from Tokyo

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 7,413 reviews · from $149

Join guides such as Joy, Miko, Shige, or Sky on a full-day trip from Tokyo to Mt Fuji and Hakone. Visit the 5th Station, cruise Lake Ashi, ride the Komagatake Ropeway, watch a wadaiko drum show, and return by Kodama Shinkansen. Expect an early start, a long coach ride, and weather-dependent views.

“We loved this tour , Mt Fuji was majestic ,Nao our driver was knowledgeable, informative and very engaging . He helped us on our first bullet train ride and guided us up to the last stop”

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Miami: Everglades National Park Airboat Tour & Wildlife Show - The 30 Minute Wildlife Show
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Miami: Everglades National Park Airboat Tour & Wildlife Show

4.Everglades National Park Airboat Tour & Wildlife Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7,296 reviews · 1 day · from $42

You’ll take a 35 to 40 minute narrated airboat ride through Everglades National Park, followed by a 30 minute alligator and wildlife presentation. Guides such as Cody, Anthony, Jay, John, and Tom are praised for clear explanations and humor. Bring sun protection, and allow extra time for the park fee, food, and the gift shop.

“Super fun captain! We saw several animals including birds turtles and alligators, even babies! Highly recommend!!”

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Seine Dinner Cruise, Eiffel Tower Access and Moulin Rouge Show - The Eiffel Tower’s second floor, not the summit
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Seine Dinner Cruise, Eiffel Tower Access and Moulin Rouge Show

5.Seine Dinner Cruise, Eiffel Tower Access and Moulin Rouge Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2,310 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $483

Spend one evening moving from a three-course Seine dinner cruise to the Eiffel Tower’s second floor, then finish with the Moulin Rouge Féerie show and Champagne. The tour begins at 6:30 pm near Musée d’Orsay, uses coach transfers, and may include either the 9 pm or 11 pm cabaret performance. Guides such as Alister have led some departures.

“We had a great time at the cruise and dinner, the food and service were great. The Eiffel Tower was a dream but the reason I’m giving 4 stars is because the Moulin Rouge’s it is not appropriate for kids.”

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Cairo: Nile Sunset Dinner Cruise, Show & Optional Transfer - Pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle
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Cairo: Nile Sunset Dinner Cruise, Show & Optional Transfer

6.Nile Sunset Dinner Cruise, Show & Optional Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 2,184 reviews · 3 hours · from $33

Spend an evening aboard the Nile Crystal with a buffet dinner, sunset views, belly dancing, folklore performances, and Western music. Optional private transfers use a modern, air-conditioned vehicle and can make the Cairo pickup and return much easier. The boat time is often closer to two hours than the advertised three.

“I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Provided lovely views along the Nile. The staff were kind and accommodating and the entertainment was excellent.”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise with Dinner Show - What the cruise route shows you after dark
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise with Dinner Show

7.Bosphorus Cruise with Dinner Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,181 reviews · 3 hours · from $41

Spend three hours on an evening boat between Europe and Asia, passing Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy, the Bosphorus Bridge, and Maiden’s Tower. Dinner includes fish or grilled meat, with vegetarian choices reported, followed by whirling dervishes, belly dancing, folk dances, and a DJ. Pickup is optional.

“Fatih was a great host. Very responsive and nice. Helped with my partners meal.”

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Budapest: Dinner Cruise with Live Music and Folk Dance Show - Boarding a historical ship at Akadémia 2
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Budapest: Dinner Cruise with Live Music and Folk Dance Show

8.Dinner Cruise with Live Music and Folk Dance Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,090 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $93

Board at Akadémia dock 2 for a 1.5-hour Danube cruise with a warm Hungarian buffet, welcome drink, live Rajkó Folk Orchestra music, cimbalom performance, and folk dancing. You will pass Parliament, Chain Bridge, Buda Castle, Fisherman’s Bastion, Gellért Hill, and more, then return to the same dock.

“One of the funnest nights in many years. Great musicians and dancers brought the place to life. The food was magnificent and the choices were abundant. The night view up and down the Danube was spectacular.”

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Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Show and Private Table - Boarding at Kabataş or using hotel pickup
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Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Show and Private Table

9.Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Show and Private Table

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,021 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $30

Spend about three hours aboard the Mega Lüfer, sailing between Europe and Asia from Kabataş. You’ll enjoy Turkish appetizers, a choice of grilled meat, fish, or vegetarian main course, dessert, and a full stage program with folk dance, whirling dervishes, belly dance, flamenco, rhythm shows, and a DJ. Hotel pickup is available from many central Istanbul districts.

“A very nice way to experience a good Turkish meal with respectful and attentive staff while crossing the bosphorus strait. The entertainment is an added plus. Having the option for hotel pickup, with a great driver, made it that much more enjoyable.”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show - Starting at Kabataş beside Dolmabahçe Palace
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show

10.Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,950 reviews · 3 hours · from $28

Spend three hours aboard the air-conditioned Pereme, sailing between Europe and Asia with Turkish appetizers, salad, dessert, tea, and a choice of four main dishes. See Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, the Bosphorus bridges, and Maiden’s Tower while enjoying folk dance, belly dancing, a whirling dervish, rhythm shows, and a DJ set. Pickup is available from many central Istanbul hotels.

“the activities were fun and selo was superb too...”

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Island Sunset and Skyway Light Show - 3hr Boat Cruise in St. Pete - Reaching Sand Dollar Island near Fort DeSoto
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Island Sunset and Skyway Light Show – 3hr Boat Cruise in St. Pete

11.Island Sunset and Skyway Light Show – 3hr Boat Cruise in St. Pete

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,871 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $80Top rated

Spend three hours cruising St. Petersburg’s waterfront, Shell Key Preserve, and nearby bridges with Coastal Cruises. You’ll stop at Sand Dollar Island for sunset and shell hunting, then watch the Sunshine Skyway Bridge light show. The boat has a bar, restroom, photo-friendly views, and room for up to 43 people. Crew members may include Paul, Gavin, Chase, Dillon, or Noah.

“Had a wonderful time!!!!! Great price for a great time!! Our Captains were very nice, helpful & despite the weather did a great job fulfilling our experience!!”

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Rhythms of the night, Sunset Cruise, Candlelit Dinner & Alma Show - Arriving at torch-lit Las Caletas
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Rhythms of the night, Sunset Cruise, Candlelit Dinner & Alma Show

12.Rhythms of the night, Sunset Cruise, Candlelit Dinner & Alma Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,667 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Sail from Puerto Vallarta across Banderas Bay to Las Caletas for a candlelit buffet, open bar, and the Alma Show, a large-scale performance of music, dance, acrobatics, fire, and ancient-world storytelling. The five-hour evening suits couples and families age six and up, but steep, uneven paths and standard theater seating require care.

“Great experience. Footpaths around the site are sometimes steep and a little irregular. Seniors can expect the need to be cautious. But the trip is worth it!”

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Moab: Colorado River Dinner Cruise with Music and Light Show - Dinner beside the Colorado River
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Moab: Colorado River Dinner Cruise with Music and Light Show

13.Moab: Colorado River Dinner Cruise with Music and Light Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,302 reviews · from $108

Spend three hours north of Moab with a cowboy-style Dutch oven dinner, drinks, and a slow evening cruise on the Colorado River. Guides such as Izzy, Rory, and Michael add local stories and humor before the canyon wall glows with a narrated sound and light show. Bring a jacket, and expect steps to the dock and firm boat seats.

“Very nice event, the people were awesome! The dinner was just so so... Both are portions of chicken were waaayyy over cooked and very tough.”

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Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo - Mt. Fuji 5th Station at 2,300 meters
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Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo

14.Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,287 reviews · from $122

Spend about 12 hours visiting Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station, Lake Ashi, and Mt. Komagatake from Tokyo by air-conditioned coach. Add a Japanese lunch with a traditional wadaiko drum show, or bring your own food. Guides such as Joe, Hiro, Nao, and Miko have made this long day especially enjoyable for many visitors.

“Excellent tour. Hiro was a wonderful guide. The bus driver was fantastic, and it was a beautiful, clean bus. All the stops were well-paced and interesting. No rushing, not boring. Good quality entertainment, lunch and sights. Would recommend.”

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Paris: First Show Moulin Rouge with Champagne & Seine Cruise - Meeting outside Moulin Rouge at 82 Boulevard de Clichy
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Paris: First Show Moulin Rouge with Champagne & Seine Cruise

15.First Show Moulin Rouge with Champagne & Seine Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 1,260 reviews · 5h 30m · from $306

See Moulin Rouge’s Féerie revue with Champagne, then use a flexible Seine cruise ticket from the Eiffel Tower. An English-speaking ParisCityVision host meets you outside the theater, provides tickets, and arranges coach transport and a central Paris drop-off. Expect a late night, formal dress, a compulsory cloakroom fee, and the cruise on another day.

“Great experience both on the boat trip and at Moulin Rouge. Well organised and on time. You must eat first as no time to get food Only downside was you don’t get dropped at your hotel but a central point - we still had 10 minute walk to metro and 8 stops to our hotel.”

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