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Segway Istanbul Old City Tour - Afternoon

Forget about exhausting foot marches, experience Istanbul simply in an elegant way. No Experience Necessary! Learn to ride a Segway less than 2 minutes and …More

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Segway Istanbul Old City Tour - Afternoon

Forget about exhausting foot marches, experience Istanbul simply in an elegant way. No Experience Necessary! Learn to ride a Segway less than 2 minutes and...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

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$49

Istanbul Imperial & Bosphorus Tour - Incl. Lunch

Enjoy Full Day Regular Small Group Tour with max 20 - 25 people. Discover the History of Istanbul with our Official & Profesional Guides in …More

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Istanbul Imperial & Bosphorus Tour - Incl. Lunch

Enjoy Full Day Regular Small Group Tour with max 20 - 25 people. Discover the History of Istanbul with our Official & Profesional Guides in...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$126

Put down your phone for an hour and let me capture your best moment in Istanbul. After one hour you will not need to take …More

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Istanbul Photoshoot Tours

Put down your phone for an hour and let me capture your best moment in Istanbul. After one hour you will not need to take...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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$172

Pamukkale Hierapolis Cleopatra Pool Tour with Lunch from Antalya

Hierapolis ("Holy City") was an ancient Greco-Roman city in Phrygia located on hot springs in South West Anatolia. Its ruins are adjacent to modern Pamukkale. …More

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Pamukkale Hierapolis Cleopatra Pool Tour with Lunch from Antalya

Hierapolis ("Holy City") was an ancient Greco-Roman city in Phrygia located on hot springs in South West Anatolia. Its ruins are adjacent to modern Pamukkale....

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$45

A Magical Evening in Istanbul: Private City Tour

As the sun starts to set Istanbul lights up showing its true beautiful colours. Enjoy a night to remember in Istanbul exploring the best the …More

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A Magical Evening in Istanbul: Private City Tour

As the sun starts to set Istanbul lights up showing its true beautiful colours. Enjoy a night to remember in Istanbul exploring the best the...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$28

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

Once Upon a Time in Istanbul: A Private Old City Tour

Discover the History of Istanbul with a Local& Licensed Guide! Join us on a private 5-7 hours journey through Istanbul’s historic Old City. Explore the …More

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Once Upon a Time in Istanbul: A Private Old City Tour

Discover the History of Istanbul with a Local& Licensed Guide! Join us on a private 5-7 hours journey through Istanbul’s historic Old City. Explore the...

5 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$20

Istanbul Evening Sightseeing and Food Tasting Tour

Enjoy a culinary journey through the city of Istanbul on this 4-hour tour. Spend the evening going to four local eateries to sample such classics …More

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Istanbul Evening Sightseeing and Food Tasting Tour

Enjoy a culinary journey through the city of Istanbul on this 4-hour tour. Spend the evening going to four local eateries to sample such classics...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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$115

Skip-The-Line:1, 2 or 3 Days Private Istanbul Guided Tour

See the sights of Istanbul that most interest you on a customized 1 -2 or 3 -days tour with a private guide. Opt for a …More

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Skip-The-Line:1, 2 or 3 Days Private Istanbul Guided Tour

See the sights of Istanbul that most interest you on a customized 1 -2 or 3 -days tour with a private guide. Opt for a...

7 to 22 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$20

Istanbul: Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque

Visit the Blue Mosque, also known as the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, and check out the blue tiles of the interior that gave the mosque its …More

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Istanbul: Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque

Visit the Blue Mosque, also known as the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, and check out the blue tiles of the interior that gave the mosque its...

8 hours Free Cancellation

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$57

Istanbul Modern City Walking: Taksim to Galata With Secret Passages

This tour takes you into the heart of the modern section of Istanbul to be shown the unmistakable icons as well as the hard-to-find secret …More

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Istanbul Modern City Walking: Taksim to Galata With Secret Passages

This tour takes you into the heart of the modern section of Istanbul to be shown the unmistakable icons as well as the hard-to-find secret...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$40

2 Days Ephesus and Pamukkale Tours from Istanbul

This package combines the local life & Greco - Roman period of the region which last to 10 century B.C. You will have chance to …More

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2 Days Ephesus and Pamukkale Tours from Istanbul

This package combines the local life & Greco - Roman period of the region which last to 10 century B.C. You will have chance to...

2 days

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$645

Private Ephesus Day Tour From Istanbul by Plane

Start your journey with a convenient hotel pick-up or meet directly at Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen Airport for your flight to Izmir Adnan Menderes …More

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Private Ephesus Day Tour From Istanbul by Plane

Start your journey with a convenient hotel pick-up or meet directly at Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen Airport for your flight to Izmir Adnan Menderes...

12 to 14 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$327

Guided Private Sightseeing Tour of Istanbul

Istanbul Old City Tour Discover the timeless beauty of Istanbul with our Old City Tour, a journey through the heart of this historic city. Explore …More

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Guided Private Sightseeing Tour of Istanbul

Istanbul Old City Tour Discover the timeless beauty of Istanbul with our Old City Tour, a journey through the heart of this historic city. Explore...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$230

Private Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise on Luxury Yacht

A mesmerising experience in Bosphorus. This is one of Istanbul’s premier yacht experiences. The ultimate indulgence for those that relish life’s finer luxuries and seek …More

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Private Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise on Luxury Yacht

A mesmerising experience in Bosphorus. This is one of Istanbul’s premier yacht experiences. The ultimate indulgence for those that relish life’s finer luxuries and seek...

2 hours

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$1,022

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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$80

Treasures Of Ancient Turkey Tour 14 Days Small Group

Turkey hosts so many archeological and historical sites that are considered as hidden treasures of the ancient world. The country is located on two continents …More

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Treasures Of Ancient Turkey Tour 14 Days Small Group

Turkey hosts so many archeological and historical sites that are considered as hidden treasures of the ancient world. The country is located on two continents...

14 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$4,990

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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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,...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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$70

Istanbul: Sultanahmet, Blue Mosque, and Hippodrome Walking Tour

Discover Istanbul’s historic Old Town on a guided walking tour through Sultanahmet Square, including the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, German Fountain, and the city’s most iconic …More

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Istanbul: Sultanahmet, Blue Mosque, and Hippodrome Walking Tour

Discover Istanbul’s historic Old Town on a guided walking tour through Sultanahmet Square, including the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, German Fountain, and the city’s most iconic...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$17

Leave the pace of the city behind and enjoy a private escape to the Princes’ Islands, where tranquil landscapes, island heritage, and authentic local tastes …More

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Private Princes' Islands Tour

Leave the pace of the city behind and enjoy a private escape to the Princes’ Islands, where tranquil landscapes, island heritage, and authentic local tastes...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$153

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What are the best options for Istanbul Tours & Sightseeing?

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

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

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Which Istanbul Tours & Sightseeing have Instant Confirmation?

Istanbul Tours & Sightseeing with Instant Confirmation include:

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Which Istanbul Tours & Sightseeing have Free Cancellation?

Istanbul Tours & Sightseeing 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 Tours & Sightseeing have Hotel Pickup?

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