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Experience walking tour, the best of your destination with a professional licensed tour guide. With extensive knowledge and insider tips, our guides will take you on a journey like no other. We meet at meeting point or central located hotel to old town of istanbul to start our walking tour. We like to make our guest enjoy city with culture, history and local foods. Book your walking private guide request today and make unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime. This guiding service ideal for family, sole traveler and friends trip who want to learn Istanbul with its insides and culture of royal city without loosing time on ques. Long queues can slow Istanbul sightseeing. This private walking tour with a licensed guide visits the Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, and Grand Bazaar in Istanbul's Old City, with a flexible program and help purchasing museum tickets. Add an optional Ottoman-style lunch at Deraliye, or focus on Istanbul's history and culture.

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.

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. .

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.

Discover Istanbul off the beaten path on a guided adventure where history and vibrant culture come alive. Visit iconic landmarks like the Hippodrome, Serefiye Cistern, and Suleymaniye Mosque, along with hidden gems like the book market Sahaflar Çarşısı, the Spice Bazaar, and the old neighborhoods of Fener and Balat. Between stops, savor Turkish coffee, pastries, and even a relaxing hookah session before exploring more of the city’s rich layers.

Istanbul looks at its most dazzling when seen from the water. Enjoy a private yacht trip on an all-weather vessel with a transparent tent for cooler evenings. Sip on soft drinks and nibble on snacks as you sail. Choose from various options such as half- and full-day options, a speedboat adventure, a sunset journey, and longer island voyages that include swimming stops.

Ideal for travelers short on time, this fast-track guided tour of the Hagia Sophia includes skip-the-line admission tickets. Breeze past the entrance queues, saving time for a longer visit. Listen to the iconic building’s centuries-old history from a private guide. Feel free to linger and explore on your own after the tour.

With just one day to discover the highlights of Istanbul, this full-day tour ensures you experience all the best bits. Enjoy guided visits to the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the Hippodrome; set sail on a scenic cruise along the Bosphorus; and soak up the atmosphere at the Grand Bazaar and Spice Market.

Discover Ottoman history at the Blue Mosque and the illustrious Topkapi Palace during this guided morning tour in Istanbul. See Istanbul’s most famous monuments and enjoy a visit to the Hippodrome once the heart of Constantinople.

Discover the history of the Sultanahmet neighborhood in Istanbul on a small-group day tour with hotel pickup and drop-off. See the area's major sights without the need to navigate the bustling streets on your own. Learn how to use the city's public transportation from your guide during the tour. Visit attractions such as the Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, Hagia Irene Museum, and enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch at a carpet weaving village.

Explore two of Turkey’s most iconic attractions during this multi-day, small-group excursion to Ephesus and Pammukale, which includes domestic flight tickets, sleeping comfortably in a four-star hotel. Then, explore the unique travertine terraces of the “Cotton Castle,” plus a visit to the archaeological site of Hierapolis. Most meals and transportation are included; admission tickets are purchased separately.

Immerse yourself into World War I history on a group day tour to the Gallipoli peninsula from Istanbul. The detailed and well-paced itinerary takes you to the Kabatepe War Museum, Lone Pine Cemetery (Australian Memorial), Shrapnel Valley, and more, including several significant ANZAC sites in Gelibolu National Park. Engaging narration from your guide goes beyond the typical tourist guidebook and provides an illuminating look at the Gallipoli Campaign.

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.

Enjoy some of the best street food in Istanbul with this tour of the Kadıköy district. Less-frequented by tourists, Kadıköy is famous amongst locals as a trendy area famous for the quality of its food. Here visit 7 unique eateries and restaurants, sampling a range of dishes including midye dolma, kokoreç, baklava, pide and more.

Cruise between two continents during this entertainment-filled, evening boat ride along the Bosphorus. Drift by Istanbul’s top sights as you dine on a tasty mezze spread, getting a front-row peek at iconic monuments like Dolmabahce Palace, the Spice Market, the Blue Mosque, and the Hagia Sophia. Half-day dinner tours include a folk and belly dancing program.

Venture out into Istanbul after nightfall on this private evening tour. With a local host accompanying you, you'll visit highlights and hot spots, and sample food that only residents know about. This short tour fits easily into busy schedules and ensures you leave with tailored recommendations to enhance your trip.

Follow winding streets to domes, minarets, and vibrant markets on a full-day private tour of Istanbul’s most iconic sites. Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour, so you can fully experience the sites that interest you most. Enter the Old City gates to discover Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Hippodrome Square and a pair of remarkable bazaars, then finish the day with an optional sightseeing cruise on the Bosphorus.

Turn idle layover hours into a private sightseeing experience with this fast-paced Istanbul tour designed around your flight schedule. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle from the airport and explore the highlights of Istanbul’s Old City, including the Hippodrome, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar, and more on a walking tour. Return to Istanbul New Airport or Sabiha Gokcen Airport on time for your next flight, making the most of every moment in the city.

Witness Istanbul in all its illuminated splendor on a group sunset Bosphorus cruise. As the sun sinks into the Marmara Sea, enjoy spectacular views of landmarks like Hagia Sophia, Maiden’s Tower, Ciragan Palace, and the Bosphorus Bridge. Learn about the city’s Byzantine and Ottoman history while snacking on traditional treats and enjoying non-alcoholic drinks aboard a luxury yacht with air-conditioned interiors.

Istanbul is very chaotic and going through a well-thought city route that covers a lot of good spots both hidden and must-see ones is a great opportunity to make. It would save a great time for the visitor and also localize the experience. You can learn a lot about the current news, trends, culture which might be broader and more open-minded that what you could find available on a blog post or a old time youtube vlog.

Book a private Istanbul Old City walking tour and explore the city. Check out famous monuments as you tour from location to location. This private tour covers visits to Basilica Cistern, Hagia Sophia Mosque, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar Jewelers, and Hippodrome. Our local guide will share the city's stories and make you feel right at home.

See Istanbul’s Old City highlights without the stress of navigating crowded streets, long lines, or tight schedules on your own. This small-group experience keeps numbers low for a more personal feel while streamlining access to the city’s most important landmarks. With hotel pickup and efficient routing included, you can focus on the history and atmosphere rather than logistics or waiting.

See the glittering lights along the Bosphorus Strait on a 3-hour cruise with dinner and a cultural show in Istanbul. Kick off the night with a welcome cocktail on deck, and enjoy panoramic views of the city skyline. Relax over Turkish appetizers and grilled entrees as belly dancers and folk dancers take the stage to the haunting sounds of traditional music. Sip a cup of Turkish coffee or a drink from the open bar, listen to music from a live DJ and soak up stunning nighttime views of Istanbul.

This unique tour experience in Istanbul allows visitors to make their own itinerary with a guide at their disposal for one entire day. This tour is very flexible, with no need to obey timings or exact programmes and lots of free time for photo breaks or little explorations. Visitors will enjoy this personalised and intimate experience of Istanbul.