Top Istanbul Private Sightseeing Tours

Q: Which Istanbul Private Sightseeing Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Istanbul Private Sightseeing Tours with Instant Confirmation include: 12-Days Private Turkish Treasures Tour in Turkey 14 Days Private Turkey Tour From Istanbul 8 Days Private Tour of Pearls of Anatolia in Istanbul 17 Days, East & West Turkey Private Tour From Istanbul 12 Days Private Turkey Tour From Istanbul View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which Istanbul Private Sightseeing Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These Istanbul Private Sightseeing Tours include Hotel Pickup: 12-Days Private Turkish Treasures Tour in Turkey 14 Days Private Turkey Tour From Istanbul 8 Days Private Tour of Pearls of Anatolia in Istanbul 12 Days Private Turkey Tour From Istanbul 10 Day Private The Best of Turkey Tour View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

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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 Classics and Bosphorus Cruise Private Tour

This is a great tour option for the ones who only have one day to explore and still want to understand what Istanbul is all …More

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Istanbul Classics and Bosphorus Cruise Private Tour

This is a great tour option for the ones who only have one day to explore and still want to understand what Istanbul is all...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$150

Meeting your guide in Istanbul at your hotels lobby and making a private program while you are sipping your Turkish coffees. Uncover Istanbul on your …More

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Istanbul Full Day Private Guide

Meeting your guide in Istanbul at your hotels lobby and making a private program while you are sipping your Turkish coffees. Uncover Istanbul on your...

5 to 7 hours Free Cancellation

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$150

Private Guided Highlights of Istanbul 1.5 Day Tour

Our Private 1,5 day tour includes Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia (Guiding inside of St. Sophia is not allowed any more. Thats why free time will …More

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Private Guided Highlights of Istanbul 1.5 Day Tour

Our Private 1,5 day tour includes Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia (Guiding inside of St. Sophia is not allowed any more. Thats why free time will...

2 days Hotel pickup offered

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$149

"Walk Through History: A Bespoke Istanbul Adventure"

Discover Istanbul like never before with our Classic Istanbul Tour. What makes our tour truly unique is the personalized experience we offer. Our expert guides …More

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"Walk Through History: A Bespoke Istanbul Adventure"

Discover Istanbul like never before with our Classic Istanbul Tour. What makes our tour truly unique is the personalized experience we offer. Our expert guides...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

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$149

Istanbul: Hagia Sophia, Bazaar Private Half-Day Shore Excursion

Welcome to Istanbul, where Europe and Asia meets. Your private guide will meet with you at Istanbul cruise port. Ancient Hipodromme, Blue Mosque, St. Sophia …More

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Istanbul: Hagia Sophia, Bazaar Private Half-Day Shore Excursion

Welcome to Istanbul, where Europe and Asia meets. Your private guide will meet with you at Istanbul cruise port. Ancient Hipodromme, Blue Mosque, St. Sophia...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

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$149

1 Istanbul Tour: Highlights, Street Food & Hidden Pearls

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Istanbul's rich tapestry with our exclusive private tour. Experience the city's highlights, uncover hidden cultural gems in back alleys, …More

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1 Istanbul Tour: Highlights, Street Food & Hidden Pearls

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Istanbul's rich tapestry with our exclusive private tour. Experience the city's highlights, uncover hidden cultural gems in back alleys,...

4 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$147

Professional Historian Tour Guide Private Service

Let us introduce you the old and wise city Istanbul in the best way we can! With our experienced tour guides, you will know more …More

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Professional Historian Tour Guide Private Service

Let us introduce you the old and wise city Istanbul in the best way we can! With our experienced tour guides, you will know more...

8 hours Free Cancellation

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$148

Private Day Trip from Istanbul to Gallipoli Peninsula

Enhance your knowledge about WW1 and learn about the significant battles that influenced the course of modern Turkey in a fully customizable tour with an …More

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Private Day Trip from Istanbul to Gallipoli Peninsula

Enhance your knowledge about WW1 and learn about the significant battles that influenced the course of modern Turkey in a fully customizable tour with an...

14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$148

Personalized Istanbul Tour with Private Local Tour Guide

Discover Istanbul with a local licensed Tour Guide. We'll organize a fully customized experience based on your requests and preferences. Travelers come from all over …More

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Personalized Istanbul Tour with Private Local Tour Guide

Discover Istanbul with a local licensed Tour Guide. We'll organize a fully customized experience based on your requests and preferences. Travelers come from all over...

7 hours Free Cancellation

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$147

Private Car Hire with English Speaking Driver in Istanbul

Your Istanbul Daily Tour Package offers a unique and immersive exploration of Istanbul's rich tapestry of history, culture, and architecture it's a comprehensive itinerary that …More

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Private Car Hire with English Speaking Driver in Istanbul

Your Istanbul Daily Tour Package offers a unique and immersive exploration of Istanbul's rich tapestry of history, culture, and architecture it's a comprehensive itinerary that...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$146

Homer's Legend: Troy Day Trip from Istanbul with Private Guide

Travel from Istanbul to the legendary city of Troy on a full-day guided tour. Explore ancient ruins linked to Homer’s epic tales. Gaze on the …More

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Homer's Legend: Troy Day Trip from Istanbul with Private Guide

Travel from Istanbul to the legendary city of Troy on a full-day guided tour. Explore ancient ruins linked to Homer’s epic tales. Gaze on the...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$145

Private Half Day Shore Excursion: Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar From Istanbul

Enjoy a 4-hour private shore excursion departing from Istanbul. This tour visits a variety of sites including the Byzantine Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque and Hagia …More

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Private Half Day Shore Excursion: Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar From Istanbul

Enjoy a 4-hour private shore excursion departing from Istanbul. This tour visits a variety of sites including the Byzantine Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque and Hagia...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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$144

Istanbul: Luxury Private Yacht Cruise on the Bosphorus

Imagine stepping aboard a luxury yacht, ready to explore Istanbul’s Bosphorus at your own pace. Whether for a short escape or a full-day adventure, the …More

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Istanbul: Luxury Private Yacht Cruise on the Bosphorus

Imagine stepping aboard a luxury yacht, ready to explore Istanbul’s Bosphorus at your own pace. Whether for a short escape or a full-day adventure, the...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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$144

Gallipoli Private Guided Tour from Canakkale Port

On this WW1 battlefield tour we visit the haunting Gallipoli battlefields, located in the Dardanelles. See the sites where more than 30,000 British and Commonwealth …More

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Gallipoli Private Guided Tour from Canakkale Port

On this WW1 battlefield tour we visit the haunting Gallipoli battlefields, located in the Dardanelles. See the sites where more than 30,000 British and Commonwealth...

6 hours

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$141

Half Day Hagia Sophia And Blue Mosque Private Tour

Welcome to an unforgettable journey through Istanbul’s most iconic and historically rich landmarks. This guided tour focuses on exploring and understanding the city's top sights, …More

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Half Day Hagia Sophia And Blue Mosque Private Tour

Welcome to an unforgettable journey through Istanbul’s most iconic and historically rich landmarks. This guided tour focuses on exploring and understanding the city's top sights,...

3 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

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$143

Immerse yourself in the culinary delights of Istanbul with our captivating Street Food & Wine Pairing Kadikoy Evening Tour. This is the first and only …More

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Street Food & Wine Pairing Kadikoy Evening Tour

Immerse yourself in the culinary delights of Istanbul with our captivating Street Food & Wine Pairing Kadikoy Evening Tour. This is the first and only...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$141

Private Half-day Tour: Imperial Istanbul - Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern and Grand Bazaar

Discover Imperial Istanbul on this private half-day sightseeing tour. Visit Hagia Sophia, which is today one of the most magnificent museums in the world and …More

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Private Half-day Tour: Imperial Istanbul - Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern and Grand Bazaar

Discover Imperial Istanbul on this private half-day sightseeing tour. Visit Hagia Sophia, which is today one of the most magnificent museums in the world and...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$140

Private Hagia Sophia Sultanahmet Blue Mosque Cistern Grand Bazaar

Experience walking tour, the best of your destination with a professional licensed tour guide. With extensive knowledge and insider tips, our guides will take you …More

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Private Hagia Sophia Sultanahmet Blue Mosque Cistern Grand Bazaar

Experience walking tour, the best of your destination with a professional licensed tour guide. With extensive knowledge and insider tips, our guides will take you...

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation

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$138

Istanbul Bus and Boat: 5 Hours Guided City Tour & Boat Cruise

A great way to see Istanbul in a short time. See both European & Asian sides and the most important highlights of the city on …More

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Istanbul Bus and Boat: 5 Hours Guided City Tour & Boat Cruise

A great way to see Istanbul in a short time. See both European & Asian sides and the most important highlights of the city on...

6 hours Free Cancellation

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$137

Private Food tour in Europe and Asian Side of Istanbul

* Enjoy the best of the local cuisine in Europe and Asian side of Istanbul at 8 different stops. * Shop your breakfast at the …More

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Private Food tour in Europe and Asian Side of Istanbul

* Enjoy the best of the local cuisine in Europe and Asian side of Istanbul at 8 different stops. * Shop your breakfast at the...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$137

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for Istanbul Private Sightseeing Tours?

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

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

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Which Istanbul Private Sightseeing Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which Istanbul Private Sightseeing Tours have Free Cancellation?

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

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

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

Got any more Istanbul trip ideas?

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