Top Istanbul Private Sightseeing Tours

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Skip-the-line Galata Tower and Karaköy Istanbul Private Tour

Climb up the Galata Tower, an old Genoese watchtower, and admire the views of Istanbul and Golden Horn with a Private Guide. Explore the Karaköy …More

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Skip-the-line Galata Tower and Karaköy Istanbul Private Tour

Climb up the Galata Tower, an old Genoese watchtower, and admire the views of Istanbul and Golden Horn with a Private Guide. Explore the Karaköy...

180 to 270 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$100

Private Car Tour of Istanbul Old City and Top Attractions

How much of Istanbul can you see in 1 day? Explore Byzantine-Ottoman landmarks by private car, from Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar to Topkapi, Harem …More

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Private Car Tour of Istanbul Old City and Top Attractions

How much of Istanbul can you see in 1 day? Explore Byzantine-Ottoman landmarks by private car, from Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar to Topkapi, Harem...

3 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$57

2-Day Private Ephesus & Pamukkale Tour with Flights & Hotel

Discover two of western Türkiye’s most celebrated UNESCO-listed destinations on a seamless two-day private journey from Istanbul. Fly to İzmir and explore the ancient city …More

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2-Day Private Ephesus & Pamukkale Tour with Flights & Hotel

Discover two of western Türkiye’s most celebrated UNESCO-listed destinations on a seamless two-day private journey from Istanbul. Fly to İzmir and explore the ancient city...

2 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$890

Our Private excursions are on V.I.P standarts and more reasonable than cruise company excursions rate, which are designed for the larger groups. Our driver and …More

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Half Day Byzantine and Ottoman Marvels

Our Private excursions are on V.I.P standarts and more reasonable than cruise company excursions rate, which are designed for the larger groups. Our driver and...

1 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$160

Traditional Shopping Private Tour in Istanbul

Get ready to hit up the Grand Bazaar, where Istanbul's old-school charm meets its modern swagger! Our local guide will be your wingman, giving you …More

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Traditional Shopping Private Tour in Istanbul

Get ready to hit up the Grand Bazaar, where Istanbul's old-school charm meets its modern swagger! Our local guide will be your wingman, giving you...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$104

Istanbul Historical Peninsula full day cultural tour

Having been the capital city of many civilizations throughout a history of centuries, İstanbul is still in the state of the capital city of Turkey, …More

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Istanbul Historical Peninsula full day cultural tour

Having been the capital city of many civilizations throughout a history of centuries, İstanbul is still in the state of the capital city of Turkey,...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$200

Istanbul Dolmabahçe Palace Private Tour with Transfers

Discover the 19th-20th century treasures of the Ottoman Empire on a private tour of Dolmabahçe Palace, the crown jewel of Istanbul European Side. Explore the …More

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Istanbul Dolmabahçe Palace Private Tour with Transfers

Discover the 19th-20th century treasures of the Ottoman Empire on a private tour of Dolmabahçe Palace, the crown jewel of Istanbul European Side. Explore the...

180 to 330 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$88

Experience the ultimate Istanbul journey with our unique tour that combines the best of the city's iconic landmarks: the majestic Hagia Sophia, the enchanting Blue …More

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Istanbul Old City Tour

Experience the ultimate Istanbul journey with our unique tour that combines the best of the city's iconic landmarks: the majestic Hagia Sophia, the enchanting Blue...

6 hours Free Cancellation

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$70

Istanbul Byzantine Highlights Full-Day Private Tour by Car

Embark on a captivating journey through Istanbul's rich Byzantine heritage with our "Istanbul Byzantine Highlights Tour." Discover the city's architectural treasures and unravel its fascinating …More

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Istanbul Byzantine Highlights Full-Day Private Tour by Car

Embark on a captivating journey through Istanbul's rich Byzantine heritage with our "Istanbul Byzantine Highlights Tour." Discover the city's architectural treasures and unravel its fascinating...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$349

Istanbul is known as the City on the Seven Hills. So, while Sultanahmet seems compact, the center of Old City can be explored on foot. …More

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Istanbul Full Day Old City Tour

Istanbul is known as the City on the Seven Hills. So, while Sultanahmet seems compact, the center of Old City can be explored on foot....

7 hours Free Cancellation

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$1,000

Hagia Sophia, Istanbul Old City, Topkapi Palace Private Tour

Can one monument tell Istanbul’s whole story? Fast-track Hagia Sophia to trace Byzantine and Ottoman heritage, with Topkapi and transfers available. Flexible options included. HIGHLIGHTS: …More

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Hagia Sophia, Istanbul Old City, Topkapi Palace Private Tour

Can one monument tell Istanbul’s whole story? Fast-track Hagia Sophia to trace Byzantine and Ottoman heritage, with Topkapi and transfers available. Flexible options included. HIGHLIGHTS:...

120 to 330 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$85

Turkey is the country where is the cradle of civilazitation since more than 10000 years. We can give some name of civilazitation and empires name …More

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9 Days Private Colours of Turkey Tour

Turkey is the country where is the cradle of civilazitation since more than 10000 years. We can give some name of civilazitation and empires name...

9 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$2,150

4 Hour Istanbul Private Tour with Hagia Sophia

You can enjoy a private and personalized 4-hour tour of the city of Istanbul, full of so much history and splendor. In addition, you have …More

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4 Hour Istanbul Private Tour with Hagia Sophia

You can enjoy a private and personalized 4-hour tour of the city of Istanbul, full of so much history and splendor. In addition, you have...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$176

4 Days Istanbul and Cappadocia Luxury Private Tour

While discovering the historical texture and natural beauties of Istanbul, get the chance to touch the fairy chimneys in Cappadocia and ride a hot air …More

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4 Days Istanbul and Cappadocia Luxury Private Tour

While discovering the historical texture and natural beauties of Istanbul, get the chance to touch the fairy chimneys in Cappadocia and ride a hot air...

4 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$710

Full Day Private Guided Istanbul Old City Tour

Our tour is a walking tour. All places in the program are very close to each other. It will also allow you to experience local …More

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Full Day Private Guided Istanbul Old City Tour

Our tour is a walking tour. All places in the program are very close to each other. It will also allow you to experience local...

6 hours Free Cancellation

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$50

Istanbul Old City Tour with Licensed Guide

Take the time to explore Istanbul’s most magnificent sites at your own pace with a full-day, guided tour of the city's historic places and landmarks.Visit …More

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Istanbul Old City Tour with Licensed Guide

Take the time to explore Istanbul’s most magnificent sites at your own pace with a full-day, guided tour of the city's historic places and landmarks.Visit...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

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If you're planning a family trip to Istanbul, you'll be happy to know that there are plenty of fun activities for kids to enjoy. A …More

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Istanbul Private Tour for Kids

If you're planning a family trip to Istanbul, you'll be happy to know that there are plenty of fun activities for kids to enjoy. A...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

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$600

Private Cruise trough Bosphorus Istanbul

Having a Luxury Yacht cruise on Bosphorus is a lifetime experience which no one should avoid! But not just a cruise. For a few hours …More

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Private Cruise trough Bosphorus Istanbul

Having a Luxury Yacht cruise on Bosphorus is a lifetime experience which no one should avoid! But not just a cruise. For a few hours...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$457

2 Days 1 Night Private Cappadocia Tour with Optional Balloon Tour from Istanbul

Exploring the fairy chimneys and cave houses of Cappadocia is the best experience in Turkey, but reaching the remote area can be difficult if time …More

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2 Days 1 Night Private Cappadocia Tour with Optional Balloon Tour from Istanbul

Exploring the fairy chimneys and cave houses of Cappadocia is the best experience in Turkey, but reaching the remote area can be difficult if time...

2 days Hotel pickup offered

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$230

The tour programme allows you to live your Aegean experience in a shorter time, you would be fitting the cultural legacy of millennia in 48 …More

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2-Day-Tour of Ephesus and Pamukkale

The tour programme allows you to live your Aegean experience in a shorter time, you would be fitting the cultural legacy of millennia in 48...

2 days Hotel pickup offered

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$670

Frequently Asked Questions

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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?

Istanbul Private Sightseeing Tours with Instant Confirmation include:

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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:

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

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