Private Guided Highlights of Istanbul 1.5 Day Tour

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Turkey

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

Overview

Make the most of a short time in Istanbul during a 1.5-day guided tour of the city’s highlights. Enjoy the services of a private guide for a day and a half—enough time to experience must-see attractions such as the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace and then continue your journey through Turkey or to the airport. Receive personalized attention on a private tour and a customizable itinerary.

Get around in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan or minibus
Learn more about Istanbul than you would wandering around alone
Guaranteed on-time port transfers for cruise passengers
Visit the attractions that interest you most and skip the rest

What's Included

Professional Licenced Tour guide
Transportation with brand new air-conditioned minivan/minibus
Private tour for your family and Friends only
GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT

Any meals and drinks
Entrance Fees ( Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip lines )
meals

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pick up from Listed hotels and Istanbul Cruise Terminal for cruise guests. Suggested pick up time will be given on your confirmation message. - You will have flexibilty to spend how much time you want in each site and make small changes on the itinerary. - You do not have to wait for other group members. - You will have a chance to make stops to have pictues during the tour. - Our Private tour rates are more reasonable than cruise shore tours. - Your guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip the lines - You will have several alternatives to taste famous Turkish Delicious foods, if you want to have lunch during your trip

Itinerary

Day 1

Full Day Istanbul Tour

6 Stops

Istanbul

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hippodrome

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Blue Mosque

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

TopkapI Palace

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Grand Bazaar

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Day 2

Half Day Istanbul Tour

5 Stops

Istanbul

11 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica Cistern

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Misir Carsisi

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Suleymaniye Mosque

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Istanbul (Pass By)

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infant seats available
Not wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
During religious holidays the Spice market and Grand Bazaar will be closed. Arasta bazaar will be visited instead
In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited

Not recommended for participants with walking difficulties
Bare shoulders are not permitted in holy places of worship such as churches, monasteries, mosques and synagogues.
Shoes are not permitted in mosques
In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited. On Tuesdays : Topkapi Palace replaced by Underground Cistern, On Sundays: Grand Bazaar will be replaced by Spice Market. Grand Bazaar will be replaced by Arasta Bazaar when closed. On Fridays: Blue Mosque is open from 15.00 to 16.30
Not recommended for travelers with walking disabilities
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 3 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

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Irene_S, Oct 2025

Yasim was very knowledgeabe. He provided a a lot of excellent information. He was understanding of our individual needs; he was very flexible. Yasim was patient with the impatient 6 year old. All of us from the 6 year old to the 80 year old found this tour enjoyable. Yasim was excellent at getting us into places quickly and smoothly.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Dear Irene, Your kind words will be shared with our entire team, who will be thrilled to know they helped create this memorable experience. We will share your kind message and opinions with your guide. Thank you on behalf of her. We would be delighted to see you in our wonderfull country again. Curio Travel Team