Top Istanbul Nature and Wildlife Tours

Get away from the crowds of Istanbul by joining a full day excursion that is able to upgrade your vacations, and offer to you plenty of memories. The Sapanca Lake & Masukiye Tour From Istanbul aims in demonstrating the beauty of the natural setting, while keeping your excitement high. Visit a mountain top, an impressive waterfall, a charming village, a tectonic lake, a zoo, and at the end shop till you drop at one of the city’s largest shopping malls. ✅ Take a break from the busy streets and noisy traffic of Istanbul on this day-long escape into the countryside. ✅ Discover Turkey’s stunning countryside and scenery on a full-day tour to Sapanca Lake, Masukiye and Kartepe from Istanbul. ✅ Hike along the picture-perfect lake shore, visit the animals at the zoo then get a observe of local life in the village of Masukiye.

See the best of Bursa—the Ottoman Empire’s first capital city—on a full-day group tour from Istanbul. With all transportation, lunch, and admissions included, this excursion is ideal for travelers who hate planning. Striking a perfect balance between history, nature, and culture, there’s something for everyone to enjoy on this well-rounded tour's itinerary. Highlights include a cable car ride to Uludag Mountain, a visit to the Green Mosque, and free samples at a Turkish delight shop.

Enjoy a convenient and cost-saving way to discover many of Istanbul’s most in-demand attractions when you book a 2-, 3-, 5-, or 7-day E-Pass. Upon booking, your pass provides entry to over 40 key Istanbul attractions and guided tours (some with bookings or reservations required). Choose from a range of sights, including the Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, and Blue Mosque, plus experiences like a Grand Bazaar tour and Bosphorus cruise.

Embark on a stroll through the heart of Istanbul with audioguide on your smartphone. Immerse yourself in the charming streets and picturesque cityscapes without the constraints of a tour group. You will discover: The realities of being a sultan and the implications of maintaining a harem; The reasons behind Istanbul's affection for cats; How a Roman emperor embraced Christianity and established the Byzantine Empire; Insights Dracula gained from the Ottomans; Our tips on what to try and what to buy as souvenirs in Istanbul The tour features 20 points of interest, each accompanied by engaging audio commentary. Feel free to pause for a coffee break or explore a captivating side street at your leisure and return to the tour path whenever you're ready.

Escape the bustle of the city during this full-day private tour to relaxing, scenic Sapanca, with door-to-door hotel transfers from Istanbul. You’ll enjoy free time to discover each location at your own pace. Highlights include a stroll down lakeside promenades, a trip to the skiing hub of Mount Kartepe, and free time in adventure lovers’ Maşukiye.

Princess’ Islands Tour(2 islands): A Day of Serenity and Beauty Escape the city's hustle with our Princes’ Islands Tour, featuring a private boat cruise on the stunning Marmara Sea and a delicious lunch in a serene islands setting. Private Boat Cruise: Sail through the Marmara Sea on a private boat, enjoying panoramic views of Istanbul’s skyline ️ Explore the Islands: Visit the picturesque Princes’ Islands, where car-free streets and natural beauty create a magical atmosphere. Stroll through lush paths, admire historic mansions, and soak up the tranquility. ️ Delicious Lunch: Relish a specially prepared lunch, featuring local flavors and fresh ingredients, served in a relaxing island environment. Unforgettable Moments: Capture stunning photos of the sea, islands, and charming architecture as you make memories to last a lifetime. Perfect for Families, Couples, and Friends: Whether you’re looking for romance, relaxation, or adventure, this tour is designed for everyone!

Experience the charm of both Bursa City and Mt. Ulaga in a single day with this full-day tour that includes convenient pickup and an exciting cable car ride. Discover the highlights of this Turkish city, stopping to visit landmarks like the Green Mosque and a ski resort that offers winter sports activities. Enjoy the scenic views, have some fun in the snow, and take in the history of the region during the adventure.

Leave Istanbul’s hustle and bustle behind for a full-day tour of the Princes Islands. With a guide at your side, you get thorough overviews of Buyukada and Heybeliada’s top attractions. Free time on both islands allows for a more personalized sightseeing experience. Traveling by a privately owned boat enables you to avoid the overwhelming lines and limited space of the public ferry that visits the islands.

Explore Istanbul's Old City on a full-day guided tour. Visit iconic landmarks like Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and Grand Bazaar. Book your unforgettable journey! Full Day Istanbul Old City Tour – Discover Timeless Landmarks Experience the rich history of Istanbul with a full-day Old City tour. Visit Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and Grand Bazaar for an unforgettable journey!

⭐ Semi-private guided tour with a professional guide, capped at 10 guests for a personalized experience ⭐ Enjoy seamless travel with all transportation, cave hotel accommodation, entrance fees, lunch, and transfers included ⭐ Embark on a memorable camel ride through Cappadocia’s stunning valleys ⭐ Upgrade your experience with hot air balloon flight for incredible aerial views Spend 2 unforgettable days discovering Cappadocia, where history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes meet. On a semi-private tour with a professional guide (maximum 10 guests), explore the region’s magical valleys on a camel ride and enjoy a delightful lunch at a local, non-touristy restaurant. The experience includes an overnight stay in a cave hotel, round-trip flights, airport transfers, entrance fees, and the camel ride for a seamless journey. Optional upgrade: take a hot air balloon flight for spectacular aerial views of Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys and valleys — a memory you’ll treasure forever.

Discover the unique landscapes and fascinating history of Cappadocia—stress-free—on this 4-day small-group tour from Istanbul. Begin with a short flight to Pamukkale, followed by a visit to Hierapolis, Kusadasi Castle, and more. You'll also visit the UNESCO-listed Göreme Open Air Museum, Uchisar Castle, and Urgup. Expand your adventure to include a sunrise hot air balloon tour over Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys.

Our island tour includes visits to two beautiful destinations: Kinaliada and Büyükada. We begin by boarding our private boat at 09:00 for a delightful one-hour sea journey accompanied by our guide’s explanations. Our first stop is Kinaliada, where you will enjoy one hour of free time to explore the island’s charming, unique architecture and atmosphere. Afterwards, we continue our trip towards Büyükada. During this journey, you will savor a delicious onboard lunch while also enjoying the scenic views of the other islands along the way. Upon arrival at Büyükada, the largest and most comprehensive of the Princes’ Islands, you will have 2.5 hours of free time. Here, you can rent a bicycle, explore the island, or simply relax and enjoy the serene surroundings. On our return to Istanbul, we will make a special stop at a local leather factory, where you will experience a short fashion show. Finally, we will drop you back at your hotels.

⭐ Small-group guided tours limited to 10 participants ⭐ Camel ride through Cappadocia’s surreal landscapes ⭐ Overnight stay in an authentic cave hotel ⭐ Optional sunrise hot air balloon flight Uncover the timeless beauty of Cappadocia on this 3-day journey from Istanbul, designed for travelers seeking both comfort and discovery. With round-trip flights included, explore legendary landmarks such as the Göreme Open-Air Museum, Tokalı Church, Kaymaklı Underground City, Keşlik Monastery, and Sobesos Ancient City alongside a professional guide in an intimate group of up to 10 guests. Add a touch of adventure with a camel ride through Cappadocia’s dreamlike valleys, enjoy carefully selected lunches at authentic local restaurants, and spend the night in an atmospheric traditional cave hotel. Elevate your experience with an optional hot air balloon flight, offering unforgettable panoramic views at sunrise.

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.

⭐ Semi-private guided tours limited to 10 guests ⭐ Unique camel ride through Cappadocia’s stunning valleys ⭐ Authentic overnight stay in a traditional cave hotel ⭐ Optional hot air balloon flight for unforgettable views Discover the magic of Cappadocia in 3 days with this immersive escape, combining history, culture, and iconic landscapes. Explore highlights like the Göreme Open-Air Museum, Tokalı Church, Kaymaklı Underground City, Keşlik Monastery, and Sobesos Ancient City on a semi-private tour for up to 10 guests. Ride through Cappadocia’s valleys on a unique camel adventure, enjoy a traditional lunch, and stay overnight in a traditional cave hotel. Optional upgrade: take a hot air balloon flight for breathtaking aerial views.

Covering Turkey’s top sights takes serious time and planning, but you’ll hit the highlights on this all-inclusive, multi-day guided tour. Take a dip in the famous white travertines of Pamukkale, marvel at the world’s best-preserved Greco-Roman ruins in Ephesus, and venture deep into the underground cities and chimney-shamed rocks of Cappadocia.

To learn about some of history's most powerful civilizations, we will embark on a journey in which we will interpret history through structures in small groups. Blue Mosque is in the core of our tour. We will begin our tour in Sultanahmet Square and proceed to Blue Mosque. During the tour, you will learn a lot about the history of Blue Mosque and Istanbul. *We also offer tailored private tours.

Discover Istanbul’s European and Asian sides—and taste a range of delectable Turkish delicacies—on this full-day, small-group tour. Meet your guide in the morning in Istanbul’s Old City, and be sure to come hungry: you have a day of feasting ahead of you. Explore a spice market, and enjoy a traditional Turkish breakfast, before crossing the Bosphorus to trendy Kadikoy. Sip Turkish coffee, visit multiple restaurants, and discover Istanbul’s must-try dishes.

Although many cross-country tours in Turkey only allocate a day to Cappadocia’s preternatural landscape and innovative architecture, most travelers find that a two-day tour strikes the right balance between seeing the region’s highlights and sacrificing time elsewhere in the country. See all of the highlights of Cappadocia comfortably during this two-day tour departing from Istanbul. Don’t risk running out of time to see all of the region’s unique natural heritage; instead, make sure you get to experience all of Cappadocia’s surreal landscapes, its cave churches, and the underground city.

Escape Istanbul’s bustle on a luxury sunset cruise along the Bosphorus Strait. Sail between Europe and Asia as golden light reveals panoramic, water-level views of the city. Enjoy prime photo opportunities of Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Rumeli Fortress, and other iconic landmarks. This small-group experience includes live commentary in English and Spanish, with optional hotel pickup from select areas.

Prepare to be awed by Istanbul’s magnificent architecture, rich history, and eclectic bazaars as you discover the unmissable highlights of the Old City on this 1-, 2-, or 3-day private tour. Marvel over the glorious Hagia Sophia, learn how the Blue Mosque earned its famous nickname. Tour Topkapi Palace to gain an insight into the lavish lifestyles of the Ottoman sultans and their harem, and browse the legendary Grand Bazaar, where you find everything from carpets to Turkish delight. Flexible daily itineraries: Day 1 - Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome Square, German Fountain, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar. Day 2 - Bosphorus Cruise by Public Ferry, Dolmabahce Palace, Taksim Square, Istiklal Street, Cicek Passage, Galata Tower (from outside), Spice Market. Day 3 - Suleymaniye Mosque, Fener and Balat Districts, St. Stephen Church (Iron Church), Pierre Lotti Panoramic Hill by Cable Car, Kadıkoy Market (or alternative sites).

Dive into the magical world of the seas without leaving Istanbul! At Istanbul Aquarium in Florya, you’ll journey through 17 thematic zones from the Black Sea to the Pacific Ocean, walk beneath sharks and rays in a glass tunnel, and come face-to-face with playful penguins. With more than 15,000 creatures, interactive exhibits for children, and a tropical rainforest zone, this is more than just an aquarium—it’s a full family adventure. Avoid the hassle of public transport with round-trip transfers, skip the ticket line, and enjoy the comfort of having a professional guide with you. Whether you’re traveling with kids, as a couple, or with friends, this experience promises a mix of education, fun, and unforgettable memories. Book now and give yourself and your loved ones the chance to discover the wonders of the underwater world in Istanbul!

Sail between two continents and into the Black Sea on this full-day cruise along the Bosphorus Strait, with an onboard guide plus a delicious meze lunch on deck. Gaze over the shores of Europe and Asia as you cruise the Bosphorus; stop to visit the pretty Ortaköy neighborhood; and enjoy guided tours of the ornate Küçüksu Palace and Rumeli Fortress. There’s even a chance to swim in the Black Sea.