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Istanbul Fine Dining Afternoon in 3 Historic Venues Private Tour

Embark on an unparalleled fine dining journey through Istanbul's rich Ottoman cuisine exploring historic venues transformed into exquisite establishments. Elevate your culinary adventure with a …More

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Istanbul Fine Dining Afternoon in 3 Historic Venues Private Tour

Embark on an unparalleled fine dining journey through Istanbul's rich Ottoman cuisine exploring historic venues transformed into exquisite establishments. Elevate your culinary adventure with a...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$346

From Istanbul Ertugrul and Osman Ghazi Movie Set Tour

Unearth Legends: Explore the World of Ertugrul Ghazi and Osman Ghazi Step into the world of Ertugrul Ghazi and Osman Ghazi — the heroic figures …More

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From Istanbul Ertugrul and Osman Ghazi Movie Set Tour

Unearth Legends: Explore the World of Ertugrul Ghazi and Osman Ghazi Step into the world of Ertugrul Ghazi and Osman Ghazi — the heroic figures...

8 hours Free Cancellation

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$121

Istanbul Old City Private Tour with a Licensed Storyteller Guide

✨ Discover Istanbul Like Never Before Step beyond the guidebooks and into the heartbeat of Istanbul with a licensed local expert. From the timeless beauty …More

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Istanbul Old City Private Tour with a Licensed Storyteller Guide

✨ Discover Istanbul Like Never Before Step beyond the guidebooks and into the heartbeat of Istanbul with a licensed local expert. From the timeless beauty...

8 hours Free Cancellation

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$250

1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL

Experience the very best of historic Istanbul with a private, 6-hour tour of the city’s most important sites and landmarks. Enjoy the flexibility of a …More

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1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL

Experience the very best of historic Istanbul with a private, 6-hour tour of the city’s most important sites and landmarks. Enjoy the flexibility of a...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$50

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

Head back in time and discover the old world of the Sultanahmet area during this full-day small-group guided walking tour in Istanbul. This tour explores …More

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Istanbul City Tour with Lunch

Head back in time and discover the old world of the Sultanahmet area during this full-day small-group guided walking tour in Istanbul. This tour explores...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$130

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

Best of Sultanahmet Half‑Day Tour: Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque

See the best of Sultanahmet (Istanbul Old City) in half a day. This is a walking tour with a live English guide. We visit inside …More

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Best of Sultanahmet Half‑Day Tour: Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque

See the best of Sultanahmet (Istanbul Old City) in half a day. This is a walking tour with a live English guide. We visit inside...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$41

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

Princess Island will ensure you a perfect escape the overcrowded city to pleasant time in nature. Transportation on the Island is only by bicycle or …More

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Princess Island Tour Full Day

Princess Island will ensure you a perfect escape the overcrowded city to pleasant time in nature. Transportation on the Island is only by bicycle or...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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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, …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

Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Turkish Night Show All inclusive

Experience the magic of Istanbul at night with a captivating dinner cruise on the legendary Bosphorus Strait. Departing from your hotel on the European side, …More

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Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Turkish Night Show All inclusive

Experience the magic of Istanbul at night with a captivating dinner cruise on the legendary Bosphorus Strait. Departing from your hotel on the European side,...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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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 …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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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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Topkapi Museum is the big one.. the most important museum of Turkey and the Balkan Peninsula. It is an incomparably rich treasure-chest, brimming with things …More

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Istanbul Tour - Half Day Afternoon

Topkapi Museum is the big one.. the most important museum of Turkey and the Balkan Peninsula. It is an incomparably rich treasure-chest, brimming with things...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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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

Frequently Asked Questions

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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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