Top Istanbul Half-day Tours - page 3

Istanbul is a big city, so it can be hard to meet locals who aren’t in the tourist trade. Enjoy an authentic encounter with Istanbul’s culture, cuisine, and hospitality on this intimate walking tour through the Balat neighborhood. Soak up the atmosphere as you walk around and receive a guidebook with other tips and recommendations about Istanbul. The tour starts with a snack tasting; after that, pay as you go for what you choose to eat.

Stroll through Istanbul with the guidance and commentary of a private guide on this food-focused excursion. Your guide will provide facts about the city's culinary culture and history, and you'll stop along the way to taste traditional Turkish delicacies. Highlights include the Spice Bazaar, the back streets of Eminonu, and the Kadikoy fish market.

See Istanbul’s most notable landmarks and secret backstreets on this small-group walking tour. Learn about the city’s Byzantine and Ottoman history from an English-speaking guide. Pass by Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazaar, and the Spice Bazaar. On this tour, learn about the attractions, but not venture inside. Discover where locals eat and drink.

Get to know the complex food culture of Istanbul on this guided street food walking tour. Explore the Pera neighborhood and visit some of the hidden passages and streets including the Flower Passage, Hazzopulo, and Asmali Mescit. Stop at traditional meyhanes and food markets and sample a wide range of cuisine, including snacks, desserts, and drinks.

Istanbul is teeming with must-see historical attractions, but its packed city squares and maze-like streets can be tough for even return visitors to navigate. On this small-group tour, spend a day admiring the lavish interiors of the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, soaking up treasures in Topkapi Palace, and haggling for souvenirs at the Grand Bazaar, without stressing over logistics, since a private group guide, lunch, and transportation are included.

Istanbul is a city set on the water and to fully experience its beauty and diversity you need to get out onto the Bosphorus Strait. On this ninety-minute cruise you’ll see both the European and Asian halves of Istanbul, enjoy views of many picturesque mosques and palaces, and learn more about Istanbul’s centuries-long history through an audio guide app available in ten languages.

Secure your spot on this popular evening Bosphorus cruise—one of the best ways to see the city of Istanbul—as it often sells out. Step aboard for nighttime views of Istanbul’s illuminated landmarks, including the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge and the Blue Mosque. Enjoy a traditional Turkish dinner with drinks and live entertainment, with hotel pickup included for a seamless experience.

Explore Istanbul's exciting markets, bazaars, and artisan workshops on a private, personalized walking tour. Join your passionate local host and experience the city coming alive in the shopping districts, both during daylight and as the sun sets. Relish the local vibe and enjoy a full sensory experience while browsing and getting top tips on bartering. Your host creates a bespoke experience based on your preferences.

Roll through Sultanahmet, the heart of historic Istanbul, atop a Segway on this fun morning tour that gets you through the sights at a pace walking can’t match. After spending a minute or two mastering your machine, don your headset and helmet to see the signatures: the Blue Mosque, the Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome, and more. You’ll travel in a small group for a safer and more intimate experience.

The Bosphorus Strait divides Europe and Asia. Watch the dreamy minarets and palaces of Istanbul glide by as you cruise this majestic waterway by night. A delicious Turkish buffet keeps you sated, with free-flow drinks as well (choose between soft or alcoholic packages). Traditional dances provide a cultural spin, while a live DJ gets the party spirit flowing, and round-trip hotel transfers keep life simple.

Taste your way around two continents during this small-group, half-day food and drink tour in Istanbul. Enjoy a mix of classic recipes, including doner kebab, meatballs, pide flatbreads, and the iconic baklava desert, passing by city landmarks along the way. Tours include all snacks and refreshments, plus ferry tickets to Kadıköy and back.

Give your feet a rest and cover more attractions in less time during this attraction-packed, half-day Segway tour through Istanbul. See the highlights of Sultanahmet, from the Blue Mosque to the Hagia Sophia, and enjoy exterior views of ancient Roman-era ruins, lavish Topkapi Palace, and iconic Suleymaniye Mosque, among many other sights. Audio headsets and helmets are included.

Discover the charm of Isstanbul on a full-day tour led by a guide. Visit iconic landmarks such as the Blue Mosque and take in the vibrant atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar, browsing its countless treasures. You'll also explore the Hippodrome, admire the exterior of Hagia Sophia, and have the option to visit Topkapi Palace (entrance extra), while uncovering Istanbul's rich history in an intimate group setting.

Make the most of an evening in Istanbul with a scenic dinner cruise along the Bosphorus Strait. See Istanbul’s palaces, mosques and bridges from the water. Choose from a package that includes soft drinks or alcoholic drinks. Stay entertained on board with shows featuring belly dancers, folk dancers, and more.

Guarantee your spot at an evening of non-stop entertainment by prebooking your ticket for the Rhythm of the Dance show at the Hodjapasha Culture Center in Istanbul. Feel the electric rhythms of Turkey as you enjoy shimmying belly dancers, harem dances, folklore performances, and dazzling costumes, accompanied by live music and 360-degree video projections.

Taste your way around the Asian side of Istanbul on this private, half-day food tour through Kadikoy. Enjoy 10 food and drink tastings, with alternatives available for any dietary requirements. Discover neighborhood landmarks and get an off-the-beaten-track perspective on the dynamic Turkish capital from a local host, who can also give you tailored recommendations for the rest of your vacation.

Discover Istanbul's best highlights in one day on this 3.5-hour guided shore excursion. After docking, you’ll promptly meet your friendly expert guide and set off to explore this historic city by coach. Tour the world-famous Spice Bazaar, then sail the calm waters of the Bosphorus River where you will have great photo opportunities with the Rumeli Hisarı Fortress, Dolmabahçe Palace and grand mosques as your backdrop. Along the way, your guide will illuminate the sites with information about the history and significance of each. Choose from a morning or afternoon tour. When the tour is over, head back to your ship for a worry-free, on-time departure.

When visiting Istanbul, see four of the ancient capitol's top attractions on a guided half-day tour of the old city of Sultanahmet. Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and the Basilica Cistern, and time to browse the shops at the Grand Bazaar. Your guide shares the history of Istanbul and Constantinople throughout your tour.

Enjoy a private, one-way transfer between Istanbul Airport and your hotel in a climate-controlled minivan with Wi-Fi and bottled water. This service includes wait time for flight delays or traffic at no extra cost, ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free journey, without struggling to buy metro tickets or waiting in long taxi lines.

Discover the hidden gems and highlights of the Old City of Istanbul. Hear the stories of the Greeks, Romans and Ottomans. Visit the Hagia Sophia, a former cathedral and now a mosque. Walk through the streets of the Grand Bazaar, the world's largest covered souk. Explore Süleymaniye and Rüstempaşa Mosques, and learn about Islam from a local perspective. Finally, taste spices and Turkish delight in the Spice Market.

This service has a passion for uncovering Istanbul’s lesser known historical treasures on foot. Visitors will first be taken to the imposing Galata Tower which overlooks Bosphorus and the Old City, then off the tourist trail to multi-cultural Fener, Balat, and Ayvansaray. The tour will finish with a relaxing ferry journey along the Golden Horn.

Explore Istanbul by bus and boat on this group tour. Board your Bosphorus cruise and sail past Dolmabahce Palace and other historic waterside sites. Learn about the city's history from your guide. Stop at the Spice Bazaar to shop for dried fruit, caviar, honey, and more. Enjoy free hotel pickup from centrally located city center hotels.

Experience the main attractions of Istanbul, as well as the small but equally wonderful details of the city on this small-group tour.  Your guide takes you on an in-depth tour of both Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace. You'll hear interesting stories that other tours fail to mention. .

Embark on a culinary adventure through Istanbul's Kadikoy district, guided through hidden alleyways to savor authentic local flavors. Meet your guide and take the ferry across the Bosphorus Strait, taking inn the view of Istanbul’s European and Asian sides. Wander through the Kadikoy and Spice market to indulge in several tastings such as freshly baked simit, börek, baklava, lahmacun, and street food favorites like mussel dolma. Conclude at a coffeehouse, for a classic Turkish ending.