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Amanda_E, Jun 2026
We originally booked one...
We originally booked one of the cheaper Bosphorus boat tours but after reading reviews on this yacht we decided to pay extra for a better experience and we’re so glad we did!! We watched the cheaper boats loading and couldn’t believe the amount of people getting on them and how cramped they looked.
This yacht was spacious and comfortable and they take a maximum of 30-35 people so plenty so plenty of space to move around.
The crew all spoke excellent English and the tour guide was very interesting and informative. From the time we set off we were supplied with water, Turkish tea and coffee and various snacks which were very welcome. The tour lasted 2.5hrs including a stop off in a fishing village on the Asian side for a drink or a visit to a lovely little local mosque. My husband has mobility issues and the crew were very helpful in assisting him to get on and off the boat and one member walked with us on the Asian side as the others had gone off ahead to ensure we were ok. We would both highly recommend paying the extra for this wonderful boat trip and it was a very welcome , relaxing break from the hustle and bustle of the city for a few hours.
LorenSobul, Jun 2026
We loved our tour with...
We loved our tour with Gulshen! She was very knowledgeable and we felt very guided and cared for as she took the care to purchase tickets for us while we were able to wait in the shade. It was very thoughtful and educational. She was also very accommodating asking us for our preferences and if we needed a break for bathroom or snacks. We also enjoyed the luxury van that drove us around! Very pleasurable experience, would highly recommend!
Margaret_C, Jun 2026
Gallipoli an Important tour on life’s calendar
The experience was really wonderful. We met our guide Burek (please forgive if spelling
Incorrect) at Gallipoli and he really brought the group together and made it very easy to ask questions and discuss aspects of places
And situations. When I told him
I had an uncle whose headstone I was hoping to see he was able to find the information so quickly and this was such good news -
As an added extra he had photos and information on how he died. He was informative and fun to be around and despite
His years in the guiding role still spoke with passion and interest about the soldiers, the decisions that led to the disastrous result and
The bravery of men on both sides. The loss
of life Is still hard to comprehend all these years later . Special thanks to him for his quick find on my Uncle and leading me to the headstone. The family all loved that this happened .. The tour pick up and communication was first rate. I was not
left wondering about any details at all. Thanks again for a great tour and drive to such a special place.- for the meals and the icecream stop! I appreciate the effort you all put in and appreciate how smoothly it ran..
Cheers Margaret
Ashok_T, Jun 2026
I had an excellent...
I had an excellent experience. As planned, the tour guide picked me at Conrad Istanbul Ilisian Hotel and accompanied me on the entire trip, including on the boat. He told us history and background of all attractions and arranged for an excellent lunch. Finally, dropped us back to the hotel.
Christopher_S, Jun 2026
Shaban was an amazing...
Shaban was an amazing tour guide. It ended up just being me, my wife and him on the walking tour. He let us pick what we wanted to see and made the day how we wanted. He was super thoughtful and made sure we got to see and understand all the beauty Istanbul offered. He stopped to allow us to take pictures wherever we went. His stories and history were very nice as it gave us a more in depth view of the area we were in.
David_H, May 2026
Incredible value, full day tour
We had an incredible day with Baki as our tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and friendly and showed us all the main sites in Istanbul in a busy full day. In addition to the mosques and historical sites, we enjoyed food from local vendors, Turkish pancakes, coffee, and shopping stops described in the itinerary, which included ceramics, fashion, rugs, and pastries. The cruise at the end was the highlight! Overall we felt this was an incredible tour for a low price and I’d recommend it to any visitor.
Owen_C, May 2026
Absolutely Incredible and Stressless a beautiful experience
Having a guide who is both educated and fluent in English. Makes for a seamless and fun experience. She gave us a historical and regional overview that really adds to our understanding. We are viewing hundreds of years of history, so having it in manageable quantities, Helps to understand how and why people lived and built the beautiful world we live in. Zeliha Turkkan was really good no she was great!! This will be the highlight of my first trip to Istanbul. The memories will always be with us.
RIKA_P, May 2026
Had an incredible Troy...
Had an incredible Troy tour with Hasan! His storytelling really stood out, blending history, mythology, and archaeology in a way that made the site come alive. The long journey was absolutely worth it, and the ferry ride added a fun touch along the way.
Everything was seamless from start to finish, from the early hotel pickup to all the transfers and the drop-off at the end of the day. It is a full-day experience, I was picked up at 6am and returned around 9:30pm, with a well-paced itinerary that included lunch in Eceabat and a few hours exploring Troy itself.
Highly recommend booking this tour instead of going on your own, Hasan’s expert guidance truly elevates the whole experience.
Leila_A, May 2026
Excellent experience....
Excellent experience. They’ll reach out as soon as you book to send detailed instructions on meeting points and the boat picture. You will enjoy all the important monuments from the water. The guide (Sheila) was giving fun facts and the most important things to know. She even gave us recs on where to have lunch later. It was a very nice experience. You will have plenty of time to take pictures.
Margarita_G, Apr 2026
Best Day with Nehed!
My friend and I had the most wonderful day within Nehed! Thank you so much to our brilliant guide who expertly guided us through all of the beautiful and important landmarks of Istanbul. She took the time to tell us all of the history in great detail and made us feel very welcome in this beautiful city. She took us to a beautiful place for lunch where we had fabulous food, an amazing view fed the seagulls and even saw dolphins and other marine life. It was very sad to part with her as we felt like she became our new friend during the day. If you have limited time in Istanbul, this tour with the lovely Nehed is an absolute must as you get to see everything the city has to offer and more!
biggstarr00, Mar 2026
Sait the best your guide
My tour guide was Sait. He was very prompt, informative, and knew all the places I wanted to see. He was super generous and personable. I stupidly forgot to tip him which is a shame. I feel awful and would love to know to fix this. The company said it was too late.This man deserves more than 5 stars. I would encourage people to ask for him personally.
Laura_M, Oct 2025
Feeding Frenzy
Be prepared to eat! You will try a whole lot of different Turkish food and you won’t be disappointed or hungry. There is a fair amount of walking so it balances out the day-long eating extravaganza. Ali was an excellent guide with a great knowledge of food and history. Well worth the time and the price.
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With its unique position straddling two continents, Istanbul is a place where Byzantine churches and Ottoman mosques stand side-by-side with traditional bazaars and modern shopping districts. You can easily spend a day in the city visiting top landmarks such as the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace. If you want to explore further, you can fly to Troy, Ephesus, Gallipoli, or the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia. With lunch and entry to attractions often included, Istanbul day trips free you up to enjoy the journey and destination while all the details are taken care of.
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