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Discover the Heart of Turkey with Istanbul Private Tours
This comprehensive Istanbul city tour is perfect for first-time visitors or anyone who wants a deep dive into the rich history and culture of this magnificent city. Once known as Constantinople, Istanbul was the capital of the Roman Empire and one of the wealthiest cities in Europe. Today, it's the largest city in Turkey, where the old world meets the new in a stunning blend of architecture, tradition, and vibrant street life.
Your private Istanbul tour can be customized for 1, 2, or 3 full days, with expert local guides leading the way through the city’s most iconic landmarks and hidden gems.Enjoy a free day in Athens to relax or explore at your own pace. Overnight in Athens.
Itineraries
Day 1
Highlights of Istanbul Tour
Begin your full-day private tour with visits to Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace with Hagia Irene Church, and the Grand Bazaar—showcasing the city's rich Byzantine, Ottoman, and cultural heritage in one unforgettable experience.
Day 2
Bosphorus and Modern Istanbul Tour
Begin your day at the vibrant Spice Market, where colorful stalls offer spices, teas, sweets, and handmade crafts. Enjoy a relaxing public ferry ride on the Bosphorus to see both the European and Asian shores of Istanbul, with views of historic landmarks like Galata Tower and Dolmabahce Palace. Tour the grand Dolmabahce Palace, famed for its opulent design and location on the waterfront. End the day in Taksim Square, the heart of modern Istanbul, and stroll along lively Istiklal Street.
Day 3
Cultural Gems of Istanbul Tour
Begin your day at the magnificent Süleymaniye Mosque, the city’s largest mosque with a peaceful courtyard and panoramic views of the Bosphorus. Continue to the Fener District to visit the Church of St. George, the heart of Eastern Orthodox Christianity. Wander through Balat’s colorful streets, known for historic homes, local cafés, and a lively arts scene. Stop by St. Stephen’s Iron Church, a unique 19th-century cast iron church along the Golden Horn. Conclude your day with a scenic cable car ride up to Pierre Loti Hill, where you can enjoy breathtaking views over Istanbul while sipping traditional Turkish tea or coffee.
Private Tour
Professional Local Guide
Museum/Attraction Tickets
Transportation
Lunch, Drinks
Tips to guide & driver
A: Your tour guide will be waiting in your hotel lobby to meet you at a determined time.
A: Of course! We operate tours on a private basis, so you can customize the departure time.
A: Sure! You can choose the sights and museums along with all sorts of criteria you like in accordance with your tour guide.
A: No need to buy tickets in advance, during the tour your tour guide will help you to purchase them. Official tour guides have priority at museum ticket offices.
A: No, we provide Private Guided Istanbul Tours for your best experience so you will have a private professional tour guide in your preferred language.
A: When you book your tour with a van, you will be picked up from the hotel, be transferred to the sights, and then back to the hotel. Otherwise, once you meet your tour guide at your hotel, you will be advised of the best option for transportation such as a taxi or tram.
A: We do not include any shopping stops unless you wish to visit one of the traditional workshops of handmade rugs, tiles, jewelry. If you have any interest in workshops, please indicate while booking.
A: Easy! All you need to do is;
Fill in the 'Booking' form where you will put your full details such as personal information, date, hotel or cruise name, arrival and departure times. Once you complete your booking, there will be a payment button to complete your deposit payment, when you complete payment we will get back to you with a confirmation email within 24 hours.
A: After filling the Book Now form, there will be a payment button to complete your deposit payment, when you complete payment and secure the booking, we will confirm your tour details and the balance payment will be in cash directly to the tour guide during the tour. You can choose to pay in Usd, Euro or Turkish Lira.
A: After conversion to mosque entrance will be restricted during praying times however your tour guide will revise the route of your tour accordingly and entrance is free of charge.