Top Istanbul Private & Custom Tours

Q: Which Istanbul Private & Custom Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Istanbul Private & Custom Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Istanbul Highlights Private Tour with free pick up service Best Of Istanbul: 1, 2 or 3 Day Private Guided Tour Topkapi Palace Harem Private Tours - 45 minutes, 1,5 h or 3 h Private Istanbul Shopping Tour in Bazaars Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Istanbul?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in Istanbul are: Istanbul Luxury & Special Occasions Istanbul Luxury Tours Istanbul Tours & Sightseeing Istanbul Cultural & Theme Tours Istanbul City Tours View all tour styles in Istanbul →

Istanbul famous sight Skip-the-Line Private Tour with LocalExpert

Experience the vibrant essence of Istanbul by choosing a day tailored to your unique interests. Join a knowledgeable local expert who will accompany you on …More

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Istanbul famous sight Skip-the-Line Private Tour with LocalExpert

Experience the vibrant essence of Istanbul by choosing a day tailored to your unique interests. Join a knowledgeable local expert who will accompany you on...

6 hours Free Cancellation

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$23

Hagia Sophia Private Tour - 30 minutes or 1 hour

⭐ The Hagia Sophia Private Tour offers personalized guided visits lasting either 30 minutes or 1 hour, providing an in-depth exploration of this historic landmark. …More

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Hagia Sophia Private Tour - 30 minutes or 1 hour

⭐ The Hagia Sophia Private Tour offers personalized guided visits lasting either 30 minutes or 1 hour, providing an in-depth exploration of this historic landmark....

40 to 45 minutes Free Cancellation

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Istanbul Old City Private Tour: Skip The Line

Discover the best of Istanbul's historic Old City on a private walking tour with your own licensed local guide. Explore the fascinating history of the …More

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Istanbul Old City Private Tour: Skip The Line

Discover the best of Istanbul's historic Old City on a private walking tour with your own licensed local guide. Explore the fascinating history of the...

4 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Private Tour of Ottoman and Byzantine History in Istanbul

Enjoy unique experiences with expert guides. Comfort, safety, and quality guaranteed. Relax and enjoy; we'll take care of everything. Choose the unforgettable experience and explore …More

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Private Tour of Ottoman and Byzantine History in Istanbul

Enjoy unique experiences with expert guides. Comfort, safety, and quality guaranteed. Relax and enjoy; we'll take care of everything. Choose the unforgettable experience and explore...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

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Private Guided Tour Hagia Sophia, Cistern, Topkapi with Skip Line

Join us for a relaxing and informative walking tour through some of Istanbul’s most famous historical sites. We begin our tour in front of Hagia …More

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Private Guided Tour Hagia Sophia, Cistern, Topkapi with Skip Line

Join us for a relaxing and informative walking tour through some of Istanbul’s most famous historical sites. We begin our tour in front of Hagia...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

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Istanbul Private Tour Hagia Sophia, Basilica, Topkapi, Bosphorus

Discover Istanbul at your own pace on a private tour created exclusively for your family or group. With a licensed private guide dedicated to you, …More

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Istanbul Private Tour Hagia Sophia, Basilica, Topkapi, Bosphorus

Discover Istanbul at your own pace on a private tour created exclusively for your family or group. With a licensed private guide dedicated to you,...

8 to 9 hours Free Cancellation

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Discover the rich history and iconic landmarks of Istanbul’s Old City on a private 6–7 hour guided tour with your professional English-speaking guide. Your experience …More

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Istanbul Old City Tour with Local Guide

Discover the rich history and iconic landmarks of Istanbul’s Old City on a private 6–7 hour guided tour with your professional English-speaking guide. Your experience...

6 hours Free Cancellation

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Istanbul Layover Tour –Private Guide & Airport / Port Transfers

Don’t worry about missing your flight – guaranteed return to IST before departure. Private airport pickup & drop-off with VIP transfers. Visit Hagia Sophia, Blue …More

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Istanbul Layover Tour –Private Guide & Airport / Port Transfers

Don’t worry about missing your flight – guaranteed return to IST before departure. Private airport pickup & drop-off with VIP transfers. Visit Hagia Sophia, Blue...

3 to 12 hours Free Cancellation

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All Inclusive Istanbul Private Old City Shore Excursion

Explore Istanbul's top attractions on this private shore excursion, designed for cruise ship passengers with limited time in the city. With a private guide, visit …More

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All Inclusive Istanbul Private Old City Shore Excursion

Explore Istanbul's top attractions on this private shore excursion, designed for cruise ship passengers with limited time in the city. With a private guide, visit...

4 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

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$102

Private Istanbul Personalised Tour Licenced Guide and Vehicle

Price is fixed up to 6 travellers in your party. We can customize the places according to your wishes. Our guest can give us their …More

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Private Istanbul Personalised Tour Licenced Guide and Vehicle

Price is fixed up to 6 travellers in your party. We can customize the places according to your wishes. Our guest can give us their...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$700

Istanbul Combo Tour: Private Old City & Bosphorus Cruise

Explore Istanbul’s Old City before cruising the Bosphorus between Europe and Asia. Visit Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, then sail past Ottoman palaces. You'll see …More

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Istanbul Combo Tour: Private Old City & Bosphorus Cruise

Explore Istanbul’s Old City before cruising the Bosphorus between Europe and Asia. Visit Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, then sail past Ottoman palaces. You'll see...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Luxury Private Istanbul Tour (allTickets and Transfers) VIP OSCAR offers a personalized and intimate way to explore the city's vibrant life and historical landmarks in …More

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Luxury Private Istanbul Tour (allTickets and Transfers) VIP OSCAR

Luxury Private Istanbul Tour (allTickets and Transfers) VIP OSCAR offers a personalized and intimate way to explore the city's vibrant life and historical landmarks in...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Private Istanbul Day Tour and Famous Grand Bazaar

Experience Istanbul’s rich cultural tapestry as you visit the Blue Mosque, a masterpiece of Ottoman Islamic architecture adorned with iconic İznik tiles. Step into Hagia …More

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Private Istanbul Day Tour and Famous Grand Bazaar

Experience Istanbul’s rich cultural tapestry as you visit the Blue Mosque, a masterpiece of Ottoman Islamic architecture adorned with iconic İznik tiles. Step into Hagia...

4 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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You will explore the beauty of Istanbul by visiting the most important highlights of Istanbul with a licenced professional tourist guide. Your guide will explain …More

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Private Guided Tour in Istanbul

You will explore the beauty of Istanbul by visiting the most important highlights of Istanbul with a licenced professional tourist guide. Your guide will explain...

5 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Private Guided Hagia Sophia Tour with Skip the Line Access

You will see the recently opened (15th January 2024) upper gallery as the museum part of Hagia Sophia. Private 1-hour guided tour of Hagia Sophia, …More

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Private Guided Hagia Sophia Tour with Skip the Line Access

You will see the recently opened (15th January 2024) upper gallery as the museum part of Hagia Sophia. Private 1-hour guided tour of Hagia Sophia,...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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Colors of Istanbul Private Guided Tour for 1 2 or 3 Days

1-day tour, begins with a visit to the Hagia Sophia, a 6th-century Byzantine cathedral adorned in spectacular gold mosaics. Then, cover attractions like the ancient …More

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Colors of Istanbul Private Guided Tour for 1 2 or 3 Days

1-day tour, begins with a visit to the Hagia Sophia, a 6th-century Byzantine cathedral adorned in spectacular gold mosaics. Then, cover attractions like the ancient...

7 to 15 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Why Book This Tour? Expert Guides: Overview: Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of Istanbul’s Old City. Our carefully curated tour offers …More

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Private Old City Tour in Istanbul

Why Book This Tour? Expert Guides: Overview: Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of Istanbul’s Old City. Our carefully curated tour offers...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Istanbul Private Tour Designed for Layover Flight, Transfer incl.

Enjoy the private layover tour with a pick up service from airport with your licensed English speaking guide who knows the city very well. See …More

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Istanbul Private Tour Designed for Layover Flight, Transfer incl.

Enjoy the private layover tour with a pick up service from airport with your licensed English speaking guide who knows the city very well. See...

3 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

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Highlights of Istanbul with Private Tour Guide Zerrin

Istanbul is such a marvelous city where east and west meet and split. It had been capital of empirements for 1700 years where Europe Continent …More

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Highlights of Istanbul with Private Tour Guide Zerrin

Istanbul is such a marvelous city where east and west meet and split. It had been capital of empirements for 1700 years where Europe Continent...

4 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$400

Istanbul Private Walking Highlights Tour

We will meet at your hotel or any place that you want. The tour duration is 8 hours and according to weather conditions or traffic, …More

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Istanbul Private Walking Highlights Tour

We will meet at your hotel or any place that you want. The tour duration is 8 hours and according to weather conditions or traffic,...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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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?

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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Got any more Istanbul trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Istanbul?