Luxury Bosphorus Cruise

Zeybek dance tells stories of daring, strength, and heritage through colorful, lively motions.

Originating from Turkey’s Aegean coast, these performances celebrate the region’s people with vibrant costumes and powerful manners. Roots in history and tradition define the choreography – from dramatic arm movements depicting courage to rhythmic footwork honoring resilience. Performers exude self-assurance in traditional attire like baggy pants and a pristine white shirt. Energetic yet dignified, their movements paint pictures of coastal life through music. The clarinet and davul drum provide lively backdrops, their melodies transporting audiences to villages where these dances remain cherished. Even as years pass, the legacy lives on. Through Zeybek, Turkey honors its people – a beloved folk art commemorating their past for all time with flashing costumes and honorable movements.