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Private Istanbul Tour – Full Day of Iconic Sights & Local Gems

Recommended by 92% of travelers
Istanbul, Turkey
  • 8 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Make the most of your limited time in Istanbul with a private, customizable full-day tour by car. Enjoy convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, free Wi-Fi, and water onboard, while your English- and Turkish-speaking driver shares local stories and history. Visit top sites such as the Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Bosphorus Bridge with flexible timing and a local perspective.
  • Enjoy the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Fully customizable itinerary lets you see what you want
  • Free Wi-Fi and water onboard for comfort
  • English- and Turkish-speaking drivers share local insights

What's Included

  • Hotel or custom pickup and drop-off
  • Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide
  • Fuel and Tolls
  • All taxes and handling charges
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • WiFi on board
  • Water
  • Meals and beverages
  • Tips and Gratuities
  • Admission Fee - Hagia Sophia
    €25.00 per person
  • Admission Fee - Basilica Cistern
    €32.00 per person
  • Admission Fee - Topkapi Palace
    €51.00 per person
  • Admission Fee - Galata Tower
    €30.00 per person
  • Admission Fee - Dolmabahçe Palace
    €38.00 per person
  • Licensed guides available to accompany you inside the attractions

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Your Welcome Pickups driver will be waiting for you at the selected pickup location and time. Before your ride, you’ll receive your driver’s details — including their name, phone number, and car information — so you can easily recognize them. Your driver will arrive on time and be ready to assist you and any special requests before starting your journey. Please note that our sightseeing tours does not automatically include airport pickup or drop-off. If you wish to start or end your tour at the airport, simply select the option with airport pickup included when booking if available. Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.

Itinerary

1

Blue Mosque

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

2

Sultanahmet District

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

3

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

4

Basilica Cistern

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

5

TopkapI Palace

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

6

Grand Bazaar

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

7

Galata Tower

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

8

Taksim Square

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

9

Dolmabahce Palace

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

10

Bosphorus Bridge

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • For 1–3 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
  • For 4–8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
  • Throughout your ride, our drivers serve as informal local guides—sharing stories, history, and local tips at every stop. Please note that drivers are not permitted to enter museums or archaeological areas, but they’ll ensure you make the most of your visit with suggestions and background information before you explore on your own.
  • Some stops on your itinerary may be closed on the date of travel due to public holidays, maintenance or special events. We recommend verifying opening hours on the attraction’s official website or contacting us before your tour. If a stop is unexpectedly closed, we will try to offer a suitable alternative.
  • 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.

Reviews

4.7
based on 12 reviews
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What a big disappointment

Aris_S, Apr 2025
While the driver was very friendly, honestly we paid 450€ just for having a driver and a van for the day. Be careful NO professional guide, NO entrance tickets, nothing other than a driver with a van. And not even a luxury one. It was a disappointment. And didn’t understand why the price was doubled when we raised the number of people from 2 to 4. Exactly the same service, maybe for the 2 extra bottles of water…

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Hi Aris! We want to extend our sincerest apologies for the recent experience you had with your booking. Your feedback is valuable to us and we will do our best to help. We would like to further investigate this, and our Support Team will reach out to you directly to assist you further. Thank you for the feedback and bringing this to our attention.

From $232.45

per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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