2 Days Private Guided Istanbul Tour (Single Price up to 4 PAX)

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Istanbul, Turkey

2 days (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

While some tours take you out in large groups, this two-day tour of Istanbul is private, so you can relax and enjoy the company of just your chosen guests. Dive into the city's architecture, history, culture, and vibrant local bazaars. Experience the magic of Hagia Sophia, uncover the secrets of the Blue Mosque, and view the grandeur of Topkapi Palace.

Customize your itinerary to suit your schedule
Enjoy the undivided attention of your guide on a private tour
Learn more than you would on your own
Save yourself the hassle of tackling public transport

What's Included

Private tour
Licensed professional tour guide
Hotel or Port pick-up and drop off by Takk Travel Guide
Tax

Entrance fee - Hagia Sophia Mosque Museum

$30.00 per person
Entrance fee - Topkapı Palace Museum

TRY2,000.00 per person
Entrance fee - Bosphorus Cruise Trip

TRY340.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

If your hotel is located in the Sultanahmet Area (Old Town), we might not use a vehicle to pick you up due to the hotel being located around the visiting area.

Itinerary

Day 1

Day Private Guided Tour

4 Stops

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Topkapi Palace Museum

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Hippodrome

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Blue Mosque

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Day 2

Day Private Guided Tour

5 Stops

Bosphorus Strait

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Dolmabahce Palace

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Taksim Square

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Istiklal Caddesi

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Galata Tower

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Infants must sit on laps

Most travelers can participate
N/A
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 11 reviews

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Exceptional Guide for Families!

Tamanna_R, Dec 2025

We recently spent several days in Istanbul and had Koray as our guide for two of them—and he was absolutely brilliant. Incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and thoughtful, he brought the city’s rich history to life in a way that was engaging for us and genuinely fun for our kids (ages 5 and 10). Koray struck the perfect balance between learning and enjoyment. Our boys loved exploring the Spice Bazaar, sampling dried fruits and Turkish delights, wandering the vibrant streets of Istanbul, and feeding the seagulls simit during a beautiful boat ride on the Bosphorus. These moments became some of our favorite memories from the trip. He kept everything flexible and introduced us to both the iconic sights and the local parts of Istanbul we never would have discovered on our own. His warmth, insight, and ability to connect with our children set him apart from any guide we’ve had before. We 100% recommend Koray as your tour guide. We’ve already shared his details with family members planning trips to Istanbul, and as we plan a future trip to other cities in Turkey, Koray will be the first person we reach out to. An outstanding experience from start to finish!

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Dear Tamanna, Thank you very much for your kind words. It was a real pleasure guiding you and your family, and I’m truly glad to hear that you enjoyed your time in Istanbul. Your boys made the days fun and easy, and I’m happy the mix of history, local experiences, and flexibility worked well for you. I appreciate you recommending me to your family—this means a lot. Whenever you plan to visit Turkey again, I’ll be happy to assist in any way I can. Wishing you all the very best.

Two great days in Istanbul

Robert_T, May 2023

Having a knowledgeable guide with a great command of the English language is the only way to see Istanbul. Our guide knew the most efficient way to see the best highlights. Having a licensed guide lets you skip most of the ticket purchase lines. He also accommodated our shopping side trip needs. He picked great stops to eat lunch. He helped us greatly with negotiating good deals in the shops and taking us to reliable shops.

Response from Host, May 2023

Thank you very much for your nice comments. We hope to see you again during your next stay in Turkiye.

The best of Istanbul in 2 days!

Shelley_L, Mar 2023

We chose a 2 day private tour since our time was limited. Our tour guide Burcu, a Turkish native, was a wealth of knowledge on Istanbul as well as, the historical significance of other cities/countries and their relationship to Turkey. Burcu gave us options of what to see on our tour since some things were under renovation or had extremely long lines. She worked hard with our driver to make the most of the time we had. Turkey is a beautiful country with so much history! Burcu's love of her country is contagious and you will leave understanding why! I highly recommend this tour for a solid 2 days of seeing many of Istanbul's best.