Top Istanbul Tours & Sightseeing

Q: Which Istanbul Tours & Sightseeing have Instant Confirmation?

Istanbul Tours & Sightseeing with Instant Confirmation include: Bosphorus Cruise Boat Tour in Istanbul Istanbul E-pass: Top Istanbul Attractions with Skip The Ticket Line Istanbul Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition Istanbul Mega Lufer Dinner Cruise Bosphorus and Show Pvt Table Short Bosphorus Cruise with Pickup and Audio Guide View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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

No problem. These Istanbul Tours & Sightseeing include Hotel Pickup: Istanbul Mega Lufer Dinner Cruise Bosphorus and Show Pvt Table Short Bosphorus Cruise with Pickup and Audio Guide Istanbul Highlights Small-Group Walking Guided Tour Istanbul Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Live Guide & Asian Side Stop Istanbul Highlights Private Tour with free pick up service View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more Istanbul trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked Istanbul Tours. Top 10 Istanbul 2026 Senior-friendly tours Istanbul The best tours and activities for culture lovers in Istanbul Top Day Trips from Istanbul Things to do in Istanbul this summer View all Istanbul Trip Ideas →

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 →

When it comes to natural wonders, Pamukkale in Turkey stands in a league of its own. This extraordinary destination, also known as the "Cotton Castle," …More

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Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul by Flight

When it comes to natural wonders, Pamukkale in Turkey stands in a league of its own. This extraordinary destination, also known as the "Cotton Castle,"...

15 to 16 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$706

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Istanbul & Turkish Night Show (Pickup)

Enjoy a Bosphorus dinner cruise in Istanbul at night. There is a Turkish Night Show with music and dance. This is a 3‑hour cruise on …More

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Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Istanbul & Turkish Night Show (Pickup)

Enjoy a Bosphorus dinner cruise in Istanbul at night. There is a Turkish Night Show with music and dance. This is a 3‑hour cruise on...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$49

LGBT Friendly Top Sites of Istanbul Tour

Explore the best of Old Istanbul in just one day with our gay or gay friendly guide in a professional and welcoming manner. You'll have …More

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LGBT Friendly Top Sites of Istanbul Tour

Explore the best of Old Istanbul in just one day with our gay or gay friendly guide in a professional and welcoming manner. You'll have...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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I spent quite a bit of time to learn about my country’s history, heritage and cultural richness and unique geography and I want to pass …More

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Istanbul Old City Private Walking Tour

I spent quite a bit of time to learn about my country’s history, heritage and cultural richness and unique geography and I want to pass...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$227

Topkapi Palace with Harem Walking Tour with Guide

Topkap Palace was the grand residence of the Ottoman Sultans and the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire for more than 400 years. And there …More

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Topkapi Palace with Harem Walking Tour with Guide

Topkap Palace was the grand residence of the Ottoman Sultans and the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire for more than 400 years. And there...

3 hours 20 minutes Free Cancellation

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$79

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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Daily Small Group Ephesus Tour from Istanbul by Flight

The Daily Ephesus Tour From Istanbul is a full-day tour that will take you to one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world, located …More

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Daily Small Group Ephesus Tour from Istanbul by Flight

The Daily Ephesus Tour From Istanbul is a full-day tour that will take you to one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world, located...

12 to 14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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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 …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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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

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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Tour is organised by licensed tour guide and created by experienced tour leaders. Istanbul has many places to go. It looks easy when you read …More

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Istanbul Oldcity Discovery Tour

Tour is organised by licensed tour guide and created by experienced tour leaders. Istanbul has many places to go. It looks easy when you read...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Istanbul Highlights Private Full-Day Tour or Shore Excursion

Welcome to Istanbul, where Europe and Asia meets. Your private guide will meet with you at your hotel lobby or at Istanbul cruise port. Visit …More

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Istanbul Highlights Private Full-Day Tour or Shore Excursion

Welcome to Istanbul, where Europe and Asia meets. Your private guide will meet with you at your hotel lobby or at Istanbul cruise port. Visit...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$359

Daily Sapanca & Maşukiye & Mahmudiye Tour with Lunch from Istanbul

Escape from the noisy and crowded streets of Istanbul and enjoy a relaxing with an official guide during full Day countryside Sapanca-Masukiye Nature trip. Visit …More

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Daily Sapanca & Maşukiye & Mahmudiye Tour with Lunch from Istanbul

Escape from the noisy and crowded streets of Istanbul and enjoy a relaxing with an official guide during full Day countryside Sapanca-Masukiye Nature trip. Visit...

12 to 13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Traditional Tastes on a Private Istanbul Food and Culture Tour

Travel around Istanbul with the guidance and commentary of the Turkey Insider Team on this food-focused excursion. Your guide will give you information about the …More

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Traditional Tastes on a Private Istanbul Food and Culture Tour

Travel around Istanbul with the guidance and commentary of the Turkey Insider Team on this food-focused excursion. Your guide will give you information about the...

3 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Become immersed in the cultural legacies and history of the Jewish communities of Istanbul on this special Jewish heritage tour. Our tour includes a deep …More

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Original Istanbul Jewish Heritage Tour.

Become immersed in the cultural legacies and history of the Jewish communities of Istanbul on this special Jewish heritage tour. Our tour includes a deep...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$475

Full Day Small Group Guided Tour to Famous Mosques in Istanbul

This tour is a great opportunity for travellers who like to explore the most famous monuments of the Turkish and Islamic world as well as …More

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Full Day Small Group Guided Tour to Famous Mosques in Istanbul

This tour is a great opportunity for travellers who like to explore the most famous monuments of the Turkish and Islamic world as well as...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$171

8-Hours Private Swimming Luxury Yacht Cruise to Princes' Island

This tour will be magnificiant experience for you in Istanbul . Escape the crowds and get away from it all on your own private yacht …More

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8-Hours Private Swimming Luxury Yacht Cruise to Princes' Island

This tour will be magnificiant experience for you in Istanbul . Escape the crowds and get away from it all on your own private yacht...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Guided Istanbul Old City Tour (Full-Day)

This fullday tour of Istanbul visits sites in the historic area of Istanbul. - Hagia Sophia an important Byzantine structure in Istanbul and one of …More

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Guided Istanbul Old City Tour (Full-Day)

This fullday tour of Istanbul visits sites in the historic area of Istanbul. - Hagia Sophia an important Byzantine structure in Istanbul and one of...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Full-Day Tour in Maşukiye and Sapanca with Pick Up

At 07.30 am, we will pick you up from your hotel (city center hotels), then you will meet with your group and guide at meeting …More

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Full-Day Tour in Maşukiye and Sapanca with Pick Up

At 07.30 am, we will pick you up from your hotel (city center hotels), then you will meet with your group and guide at meeting...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Private Full-Day Tour of Byzantine Empire Sites in Istanbul

Discover the Byzantine history of Istanbul, including the Hagia Sophia, the Chora Museum, and the Ecumenical Patriarchate. From the 4th to the 15th century, Constantinople …More

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Private Full-Day Tour of Byzantine Empire Sites in Istanbul

Discover the Byzantine history of Istanbul, including the Hagia Sophia, the Chora Museum, and the Ecumenical Patriarchate. From the 4th to the 15th century, Constantinople...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$286

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?

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:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

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

Got any more Istanbul trip ideas?

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