Top Istanbul Private & Custom Tours

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Private Layover Sightseeing Experience of Istanbul

Transform your layover in Istanbul into an unforgettable journey! With a professional, English-speaking driver, enjoy a fully customizable, private tour of Istanbul’s iconic sights. Begin …More

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Private Layover Sightseeing Experience of Istanbul

Transform your layover in Istanbul into an unforgettable journey! With a professional, English-speaking driver, enjoy a fully customizable, private tour of Istanbul’s iconic sights. Begin...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$57

Private & Mini Group 8 hours Shore Excursions in Istanbul port

Explore Istanbul with a small group tour max. 10 pax and private option. Our tour includes Ancient Hippodrome, Blue mosque, Topkapi palace, St. Sophia ( …More

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Private & Mini Group 8 hours Shore Excursions in Istanbul port

Explore Istanbul with a small group tour max. 10 pax and private option. Our tour includes Ancient Hippodrome, Blue mosque, Topkapi palace, St. Sophia (...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$79

Full-Day Private Guided Jewish Heritage Tour in Istanbul

We ensure that each Jewish Heritage Tour leaves you with treasured memories. Our itinerary combines explorations of Jewish history in Asia Minor; important local sites …More

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Full-Day Private Guided Jewish Heritage Tour in Istanbul

We ensure that each Jewish Heritage Tour leaves you with treasured memories. Our itinerary combines explorations of Jewish history in Asia Minor; important local sites...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$899

Istanbul, Constantinople, Byzantion… This amazing city, founded upon one of the most strategic positions in the world, was the capital of Roman and Eastern Roman …More

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Roman Byzantine Heritage of Istanbul

Istanbul, Constantinople, Byzantion… This amazing city, founded upon one of the most strategic positions in the world, was the capital of Roman and Eastern Roman...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

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$48

Istanbul Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized

Turkish food is bursting with exotic flavours but it all comes together in the beautiful city of Istanbul, where the cuisine is tied to its …More

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Istanbul Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized

Turkish food is bursting with exotic flavours but it all comes together in the beautiful city of Istanbul, where the cuisine is tied to its...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$93

Istanbul Layover & Stopover Private Tour.

Waiting for your next flight but you have some time that you don't want to spend at Istanbul International Airport? Good news! We have got …More

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Istanbul Layover & Stopover Private Tour.

Waiting for your next flight but you have some time that you don't want to spend at Istanbul International Airport? Good news! We have got...

5 hours Free Cancellation

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$110

Full Day Tour of the Old City with Lunch and Topkapı Palace

Explore the magical beauties of the Old City of Istanbul where the Orient and Occident met and Empires held their court. Through our immersive tour, …More

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Full Day Tour of the Old City with Lunch and Topkapı Palace

Explore the magical beauties of the Old City of Istanbul where the Orient and Occident met and Empires held their court. Through our immersive tour,...

7 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation

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$63

Private Istanbul Tour - Customazible for Groups

We design your Istanbul tour exactly the way you want it. The itinerary is tailored to match the interests of you and your family or …More

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Private Istanbul Tour - Customazible for Groups

We design your Istanbul tour exactly the way you want it. The itinerary is tailored to match the interests of you and your family or...

7 hours Free Cancellation

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$287

All Inclusive Private Ephesus Day Trip from Istanbul by Plane

ALL INCLUSIVE DAY TOUR TO EPHESUS FROM ISTANBUL. Our tour starts with PICK UP FROM YOUR HOTEL IN ISTANBUL.Istanbul - Izmir return flight is included. …More

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All Inclusive Private Ephesus Day Trip from Istanbul by Plane

ALL INCLUSIVE DAY TOUR TO EPHESUS FROM ISTANBUL. Our tour starts with PICK UP FROM YOUR HOTEL IN ISTANBUL.Istanbul - Izmir return flight is included....

14 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$329

Explore the Best Coasts of Turkey! With the In-depth Cultural and leisure tour combination of Turkey In 8 Days. You have an 8-day tour package …More

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8 Day Touch of Mediterranean Tour

Explore the Best Coasts of Turkey! With the In-depth Cultural and leisure tour combination of Turkey In 8 Days. You have an 8-day tour package...

8 days Free Cancellation

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$2,115

We are off the path tour of Istanbul that is meant to challenge ideas and foster discussion, while at the same time, be incredibly casual, …More

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Full Day Tour of Istanbul by Boat

We are off the path tour of Istanbul that is meant to challenge ideas and foster discussion, while at the same time, be incredibly casual,...

8 hours Free Cancellation

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$369

2-Day Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul with Hot Air Balloon

Experience the magic of central Anatolia on this fully organized 2-Day Private Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul with Flights. Designed for travelers who want to maximize …More

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2-Day Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul with Hot Air Balloon

Experience the magic of central Anatolia on this fully organized 2-Day Private Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul with Flights. Designed for travelers who want to maximize...

2 days Hotel pickup offered

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$736

Half-Day Istanbul Tour – Spice Market Visit & Bosphorus Boat Ride

Discover Istanbul on a private half-day tour combining the colorful Spice Bazaar with a scenic Bosphorus ride on a public ferry. Explore one of the …More

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Half-Day Istanbul Tour – Spice Market Visit & Bosphorus Boat Ride

Discover Istanbul on a private half-day tour combining the colorful Spice Bazaar with a scenic Bosphorus ride on a public ferry. Explore one of the...

3 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$21

Private Istanbul tour from Cruise ship Galataport or ist airport

If you are in Istanbul with a cruise ship or in a airport for layover why not treat to yourself %100 personalized tour.I personally come …More

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Private Istanbul tour from Cruise ship Galataport or ist airport

If you are in Istanbul with a cruise ship or in a airport for layover why not treat to yourself %100 personalized tour.I personally come...

4 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$545

2-Day Private Gobeklitepe, Karahantepe & Sanliurfa with Flights

Travel from Istanbul to the ancient landscapes of Upper Mesopotamia on a seamless two-day private journey through Göbeklitepe, Karahantepe, Harran and Şanlıurfa. Instead of rushing …More

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2-Day Private Gobeklitepe, Karahantepe & Sanliurfa with Flights

Travel from Istanbul to the ancient landscapes of Upper Mesopotamia on a seamless two-day private journey through Göbeklitepe, Karahantepe, Harran and Şanlıurfa. Instead of rushing...

2 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,141

Istanbul Highlights Private Full-Day Tour or Shore Excursion

Welcome to Istanbul, where Europe and Asia meets. Your private guide will meet with you at your hotel lobby or at Istanbul cruise port. Visit …More

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Istanbul Highlights Private Full-Day Tour or Shore Excursion

Welcome to Istanbul, where Europe and Asia meets. Your private guide will meet with you at your hotel lobby or at Istanbul cruise port. Visit...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$359

From Istanbul: Private Bursa Daily Tour - English Speaking Driver

Explore Bursa with our unique city tour, where every mile tells a story amid historical grandeur and verdant landscapes. Our English-speaking driver guides you through …More

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From Istanbul: Private Bursa Daily Tour - English Speaking Driver

Explore Bursa with our unique city tour, where every mile tells a story amid historical grandeur and verdant landscapes. Our English-speaking driver guides you through...

12 to 13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$388

Private Guided Full Day Historical Peninsula Tour

Discover the heart of Istanbul with our exclusive, tailor-made tours designed just for you. Experience the city's rich history and vibrant culture as you explore …More

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Private Guided Full Day Historical Peninsula Tour

Discover the heart of Istanbul with our exclusive, tailor-made tours designed just for you. Experience the city's rich history and vibrant culture as you explore...

8 hours Free Cancellation

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$165

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Sultanahmet Old City Tour - Private

Please also check my Cool Shore Excursions page, "Ali's Protravel & Tours," where we have received 277 five-star ratings and reviews. . This cultural experience...

6 hours Free Cancellation

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$40

8-Hours Private Swimming Luxury Yacht Cruise to Princes' Island

This tour will be magnificiant experience for you in Istanbul . Escape the crowds and get away from it all on your own private yacht …More

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8-Hours Private Swimming Luxury Yacht Cruise to Princes' Island

This tour will be magnificiant experience for you in Istanbul . Escape the crowds and get away from it all on your own private yacht...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,077

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for Istanbul Private & Custom Tours?

What are the best kid-friendly options for Istanbul Private & Custom Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Istanbul Private & Custom Tours are:

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Which Istanbul Private & Custom Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Istanbul Private & Custom Tours with Instant Confirmation include:

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Which Istanbul Private & Custom Tours have Free Cancellation?

Istanbul Private & Custom Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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I need a ride! Which Istanbul Private & Custom Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These Istanbul Private & Custom Tours include Hotel Pickup:

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