Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Istanbul (Updated 2026)

Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop

Make Your Own Turkish Coffee! PROGRAM 1. MEETING We will meet with you at Şapçı Han (An Old Ottoman Inn). 2. PRESENTATION You will have …More

Make Your Own Turkish Coffee! PROGRAM 1. MEETING We will meet with you at Şapçı Han (An Old Ottoman Inn). 2. PRESENTATION You will have...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$20
Circle Istanbul (Extraordinary Istanbul)

Have you ever toured a city and wished you knew someone there? Someone with the inside scoop on the city; who you could trust and …More

Have you ever toured a city and wished you knew someone there? Someone with the inside scoop on the city; who you could trust and...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$200
Istanbul Airport Transfer

*Take the worry out of your arrival from Istanbul Airport *Avoid the stress of the public transport system *Feel Luxury in our private minivans *Private …More

*Take the worry out of your arrival from Istanbul Airport *Avoid the stress of the public transport system *Feel Luxury in our private minivans *Private...

30 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation
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$19
Private Turkish Bath Tradition, Massages, Swimming Pool & Sauna

Leave the crowds of Istanbul behind with an authentic Turkish bath experience. Let your soul and body relax in a sauna, with a body scrub, …More

Leave the crowds of Istanbul behind with an authentic Turkish bath experience. Let your soul and body relax in a sauna, with a body scrub,...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$45
Famous Istanbul Pub Crawl #1 Nightlife Experience

For 12 amazing years, we’ve been taking the nightlife of Istanbul to the next level — welcoming 25,000+ guests from every corner of the world! …More

For 12 amazing years, we’ve been taking the nightlife of Istanbul to the next level — welcoming 25,000+ guests from every corner of the world!...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$28
Cosmopolitan Kurtuluş: Istanbul’s Neighborhood of Taste

Kurtuluş is one of Istanbul’s most diverse neighborhoods, shaped by generations of Greek, Armenian and Sephardic Jewish communities alongside newer arrivals from eastern Turkey. Its …More

Kurtuluş is one of Istanbul’s most diverse neighborhoods, shaped by generations of Greek, Armenian and Sephardic Jewish communities alongside newer arrivals from eastern Turkey. Its...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$150
Istanbul Bosphorus Private Luxury Yacht Experience or Swim Option

Enjoy an exclusive private luxury yacht cruise along the Bosphorus and discover Istanbul from the water. Sail between the European and Asian shores, passing iconic …More

Enjoy an exclusive private luxury yacht cruise along the Bosphorus and discover Istanbul from the water. Sail between the European and Asian shores, passing iconic...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$476
Istanbul Photoshoot Private Tour (per group)

Hello, Dukes and Duchesses! I’m Seth, a professional fashion, portrait, and street photographer with over a decade of experience. Join me for a personalized and …More

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Hello, Dukes and Duchesses! I’m Seth, a professional fashion, portrait, and street photographer with over a decade of experience. Join me for a personalized and...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$77
Istanbul: Cappadocia 2-3 Day Tour with Flights & Hotel

Discover Cappadocia’s surreal landscapes on a 2- or 3-day guided tour from Istanbul with flights and a cave hotel stay. Fly to Kayseri or Nevşehir, …More

Discover Cappadocia’s surreal landscapes on a 2- or 3-day guided tour from Istanbul with flights and a cave hotel stay. Fly to Kayseri or Nevşehir,...

2 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$511
Full Day Private Guided Tour of Historic Istanbul

Experience the captivating history of Istanbul with our meticulously crafted historic city tour. Delve into the past as you visit Istanbul's most renowned landmarks, each …More

Experience the captivating history of Istanbul with our meticulously crafted historic city tour. Delve into the past as you visit Istanbul's most renowned landmarks, each...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$180
ISTANBUL ESSENCE : Private Full Day Guided City Tour

Istanbul Signature: Private Full-Day Guided City Tour Offers Complete, hassle-free experience – Enjoy a seamless full-day exploration of Istanbul’s most legendary and historic highlights Door-to-door …More

Istanbul Signature: Private Full-Day Guided City Tour Offers Complete, hassle-free experience – Enjoy a seamless full-day exploration of Istanbul’s most legendary and historic highlights Door-to-door...

4 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$22
Special Photoshoot in Istanbul

Capture the essence of Istanbul with a one-of-a-kind photoshoot experience that brings you to the city’s most iconic spots—Istiklal Street with its charming red tram, …More

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Capture the essence of Istanbul with a one-of-a-kind photoshoot experience that brings you to the city’s most iconic spots—Istiklal Street with its charming red tram,...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$70
Istanbul's Longest-Running Trivia Night / Pub Quiz (English)

Istanbul's longest running pub quiz is a unique meeting point of locals, foreigners living in the city, and travelers passing through. Over 150 sessions have …More

Istanbul's longest running pub quiz is a unique meeting point of locals, foreigners living in the city, and travelers passing through. Over 150 sessions have...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$7
Çukurcuma Hamamı 1831 - Boutique Hammam for Couples

As one of the city’s few coed hammams, it welcomes couples and friends to share this authentic journey together, combining tradition, tranquility, and refined comfort …More

As one of the city’s few coed hammams, it welcomes couples and friends to share this authentic journey together, combining tradition, tranquility, and refined comfort...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$102
Luxury Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Tour With Drinks & Snacks

Embark on a captivating 2-hour yacht cruise along the legendary Bosphorus as the sun dips below the horizon, painting the sky in breathtaking hues. Perfect …More

Embark on a captivating 2-hour yacht cruise along the legendary Bosphorus as the sun dips below the horizon, painting the sky in breathtaking hues. Perfect...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$33
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Folk Dance and Live Performances

Spend a memorable all inclusive evening cruising around the Bosphorus Strait in İstanbul. Enjoy spectacular views of historical places, Ottoman palaces and the two beautiful bridges …More

Spend a memorable all inclusive evening cruising around the Bosphorus Strait in İstanbul. Enjoy spectacular views of historical places, Ottoman palaces and the two beautiful bridges...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$29
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide

Along a 2.5 hour evening sunset cruise, enjoy unique views, comfort and a relaxing environment on board with very luxury yacht istanbul. Aboard the glass-encased …More

Along a 2.5 hour evening sunset cruise, enjoy unique views, comfort and a relaxing environment on board with very luxury yacht istanbul. Aboard the glass-encased...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$34
Istanbul Small-Group City and Secret Streets Tour with Guide

The former capital of the Ottoman Empire, Istanbul is a vibrant city filled with magnificent architecture and a rich history as the bridge between east …More

The former capital of the Ottoman Empire, Istanbul is a vibrant city filled with magnificent architecture and a rich history as the bridge between east...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$19
Private Istanbul Layover Tour From Airport

Make the most of your stopover with a private Istanbul layover tour designed around your flight schedule. With airport pickup and drop-off, explore the highlights …More

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Make the most of your stopover with a private Istanbul layover tour designed around your flight schedule. With airport pickup and drop-off, explore the highlights...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$69
Istanbul to Truva Troy Guided Day Tour with Lunch and Transfers

Without a doubt Troy is the most famous city of the ancient world, capital of a land of myths and legend, of heroes and Gods, …More

Without a doubt Troy is the most famous city of the ancient world, capital of a land of myths and legend, of heroes and Gods,...

17 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$163
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