Private Guided Istanbul Day Tour
Description
Explore Istanbul's rich history and magnificent architecture as you visit the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar on a full-day guided tour.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Blue Mosque
Grand Bazaar
Visit Hagia Sophia
Visit Hippodrome
Visit Topkapi Palace
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup / drop-off service is provided from / to centrally located hotels on the European side of Istanbul or Galataport
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Topkapi Palace is closed to visitors on Tuesdays
- Hagia Sophia is not a museum, open to public sight, so there might be long lines to visit inside, there is no option to skip the line
- Grand Bazaar is closed to visitors on Sundays.
- Dolmabahce Palace is closed to visitors on Mondays.
- This is a walking tour.
Reviews(300)
We had an excellent tour with our Guide Renan who was a university professor. She had a vast knowledge of history and culture and was eager and expert at communicating this to us. She tailored the trip to our interest and needs and is a very caring person. Our thanks to Renan
Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable experience with our guide Renan. Her passion for history and culture, along with her dedication to creating personalized experiences for our guests, truly makes every tour special. Your kind words mean a lot to both our team and Renan. We sincerely appreciate you choosing our agency and hope to welcome you again on another memorable journey in the future.
Having a knowledgeable and friendly English speaking local show us around the old city was great. We saw so much in one day it was incredible. We were able to avoid some lines. We had special access to the nicest displays of local crafts. He brought us to a delightful and clean cafe for a break. We learned so much about the history and architecture in one very productive day. Omer is a natural and engaging host.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re very glad to hear you had such a full and enjoyable day, and that you appreciated the insights into the city’s history and architecture, as well as the special stops along the way. It’s great to know Omer made the experience so engaging. We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to him.
Our guide Sheref was excellent. He knows the history inside and out. We learned so much about Istanbul, the people, culture, religion. What a fantastic day. We highly recommend him.
Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience and that Seref made your day so memorable. It’s great to know that his knowledge and passion for Istanbul’s history, culture, and traditions helped you gain a deeper understanding of the city. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we will be sure to share your kind words with Sheref. We hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future.
This tour was wonderful, our SINEM guide was wonderful and very attentive with us, she speaks Portuguese, explained everything to us, gave various tips, took us to lunch in a delicious place. We highly recommend this tour!!! Thank you to those involved!
Muito obrigado pelo carinho e pela recomendação! Ficamos muito contentes que tenham gostado da atenção da nossa guia Sinem e das dicas dela. Saber que vocês tiveram um dia maravilhoso e um almoço delicioso é a nossa maior recompensa. Até a próxima
Our day from 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM with Renan was spectacular. She showed us where and how to have a Turkish breakfast, took us through the Grand Bazaar, and mosques.
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad Renan made your tour special. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we hope to see you again soon in Turkey!
What an amazing day we had with Renan in Istanbul! It was a rainy, dreary day but Renan brought some sunshine with her pleasant personality. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our time with her. She was informative and thorough. We saw the palace, blue mosque and the grand bazaar. She helped us navigate it all and we really felt like we learned a lot about Istanbul as well as the culture. The company picks up And drops off in very comfortable and roomy vans. An unforgettable experience.
With only short amount of time to explore the city, Sami made sure we saw it all and we never felt rushes
Our guide Seref was very knowledgeable and was flexible in accommodating the places we wanted to visit.We had a private pick up from our hotel and were driven everywhere that we wanted to visit. A great Christmas Day.
Naz was an excellent guide! She was well informed, very personable, and flexible to suit our needs. The car was amazing too - more of a limo bus, in fact! My only complaint was that the description didn’t say that the Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays, so we had to skip that part of the tour. But Naz made up for it with other activities that suited everyone.
Hello, thank you very much for taking the time to share your kind comments and feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time with Naz and appreciated her flexibility and professionalism. Regarding the Grand Bazaar, our tour descriptions note that it is closed on Sundays. For this reason, our guides usually suggest the Spice Bazaar or other suitable alternatives on those days. We’re glad that Naz was able to offer activities that everyone enjoyed and help make your tour a pleasant experience. We hope to welcome you again in the future.
Great tour around Istanbul. Renan was very nice, smart, and approachable. A complete tour around Istanbul. From historical informatuon about Architecture and culture, food, and shopping
