Private Istanbul Shore Excursion

This private tour is designed for travelers who want to explore the historical treasures of Istanbul and its iconic highlights in a flexible and efficient way. With a private English-speaking guide and comfortable transportation, you’ll enjoy a fully personalized experience, including pick-up and drop-off from the Istanbul Port, or hotels in Sultanahmet, Kadıköy, or Taksim. Suggested stops include the magnificent Hagia Sophia, the stunning Blue Mosque, the opulent Topkapi Palace, the fascinating Harem, and the historic Hagia Irene. Whether you’re a history enthusiast or a first-time visitor, this tour offers a tailored journey through Istanbul’s rich past and vibrant culture. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning to delve deeper, this tour offers an enriching and flexible way to experience the best of Istanbul.

Day(s) : 1 Countries : Turkey Start City : Istanbul End City : Istanbul
Meals : N/A

Itinerary

Day 1Istanbul Down

Discover Istanbul’s timeless treasures on a private tour tailored to your preferences. While we recommend exploring 4-5 of the city’s iconic attractions, please note that it’s not possible to visit all in one day. The itinerary may need to be adjusted on the tour day depending on how much time you wish to spend at each location. Typically, 4-5 attractions take around 5-6 hours to visit. Your tour begins with pick-up from your hotel or Istanbul Port in a private vehicle or by meeting your guide for a walking tour, depending on your location. The final itinerary will be tailored to your chosen attractions and adjusted for traffic, walking convenience, and the time you prefer to spend at each site.

Notes

Since this is a private tour, we want you to enjoy the freedom to choose the sites that interest you the most. This way, your day is fully tailored to your preferences. Entrance fees are excluded, giving you the flexibility to decide where to go on the day.
We provide a private vehicle if and when needed. However, considering Istanbul’s traffic and crowds, sometimes it’s more convenient to walk or take the tram between attractions. The vehicle will be arranged accordingly to maximize your time and comfort.
Topkapi Palace, including the Harem and Hagia Irene, is closed on Tuesdays.
The Grand Bazaar and Spice Market are closed on Sundays.

Inclusions

Tour includes

Pick up from the port or hotels located in Sultanahmet, Kadıköy, or Taksim
Drop off at the port or hotels located in Sultanahmet, Kadıköy, or Taksim
Private English speaking tour guide
Private Air-conditioned van or mini-van depending the number of people in your group

Tour does not include

Entrance Fees
Meals and Drinks
Tips

Highlights

While we recommend visiting some of the city’s most iconic sites, it’s not possible to cover all in one day. Therefore, you’ll need to let us know your preferred attractions.
Hagia Sophia
Blue Mosque
Hippodrome
Topkapi Palace
Harem
Hagia Irene
Underground Cistern
Spice Market
Grand Bazaar
You can choose 4-5 attractions to visit, but the itinerary may need to be adjusted on the tour day depending on how much time you’d like to spend at each location.

Map

Accommodations

Departure Dates

This tour is an 'On Demand' tour. This means it doesn't have fixed departure dates, can depart any day within the season, except where otherwise stated.