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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

3 Days Private Istanbul Tour Including Ottoman and Byzantine Sites

Turkey is a treasure chest. Being in Turkey is like being in candy shop. On this trip, you will reward yourself for being in such …More

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3 Days Private Istanbul Tour Including Ottoman and Byzantine Sites

Turkey is a treasure chest. Being in Turkey is like being in candy shop. On this trip, you will reward yourself for being in such...

3 days Free Cancellation

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$750

Private Gastronomic Walking Tour of Istanbul

Embark on a culinary journey through the vibrant streets of Istanbul, where flavors tell stories of centuries-old traditions and cultures. This exclusive 3-hour gastronomic tour …More

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Private Gastronomic Walking Tour of Istanbul

Embark on a culinary journey through the vibrant streets of Istanbul, where flavors tell stories of centuries-old traditions and cultures. This exclusive 3-hour gastronomic tour...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$209

4 days out istanbul tour - PRIVATE cappadocia ephesus pamukkale TOUR

See the volcanic area of Pamukkale and then the most beautiful ancient city of Ephesus and the geological uniqueness of honeycomb hills and towering rocks …More

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4 days out istanbul tour - PRIVATE cappadocia ephesus pamukkale TOUR

See the volcanic area of Pamukkale and then the most beautiful ancient city of Ephesus and the geological uniqueness of honeycomb hills and towering rocks...

4 days Hotel pickup offered

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$680

Private Walking Tour of Topkapi Palace and the Harem

Step into the opulence of the Ottoman Empire with our exclusive private tour of Topkapi Palace and the Harem. This 3-hour journey will take you …More

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Private Walking Tour of Topkapi Palace and the Harem

Step into the opulence of the Ottoman Empire with our exclusive private tour of Topkapi Palace and the Harem. This 3-hour journey will take you...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$184

Early in the morning, you will picked up from your hotel and drive to the airport. Then, you fly to Denizli. After landing, our tour …More

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Pamukkale Day Tour From Istanbul

Early in the morning, you will picked up from your hotel and drive to the airport. Then, you fly to Denizli. After landing, our tour...

13 to 14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$694

3 Days Cappadocia Ephesus tour from istanbul

Combine the two most popular tourist destinations in Turkey on a 3 days tour from Istanbul. This tour departs from Istanbul by plane and will …More

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3 Days Cappadocia Ephesus tour from istanbul

Combine the two most popular tourist destinations in Turkey on a 3 days tour from Istanbul. This tour departs from Istanbul by plane and will...

3 days Hotel pickup offered

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$907

Troy Full-Day Tour From Istanbul Included Lunch

Travel back to the days of the Trojan War and such legends of ancient history as Helen of Troy, Achilles, and Homer on a full-day …More

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Troy Full-Day Tour From Istanbul Included Lunch

Travel back to the days of the Trojan War and such legends of ancient history as Helen of Troy, Achilles, and Homer on a full-day...

15 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$166

3 Days / 2 Nights Istanbul to Cappadocia Tour in a CAVE HOTEL

This 3-day mini group tour ( Max. 10 Guests ) will take you to the daily life of the region as well the natural beauties. …More

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3 Days / 2 Nights Istanbul to Cappadocia Tour in a CAVE HOTEL

This 3-day mini group tour ( Max. 10 Guests ) will take you to the daily life of the region as well the natural beauties....

3 days

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$849

Private Gobeklitepe, Cappadocia, Mt. Nemrut, Ephesus, Istanbul

PRIVATE Gobeklitepe, Mt. Nemrut, Zeugma, Cappadocia, Ephesus, Istanbul. The non-stop adventure gives you a thorough overview of the country's most popular destinations, without making you …More

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Private Gobeklitepe, Cappadocia, Mt. Nemrut, Ephesus, Istanbul

PRIVATE Gobeklitepe, Mt. Nemrut, Zeugma, Cappadocia, Ephesus, Istanbul. The non-stop adventure gives you a thorough overview of the country's most popular destinations, without making you...

10 days

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$2,499

Daily Bursa City Tour by Private Minivan (Day Trip from Istanbul)

Bursa lies in the northwestern part of Turkey near the Sea of Marmara, about 20 km inland. The Ottomans, who started as a small emirate …More

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Daily Bursa City Tour by Private Minivan (Day Trip from Istanbul)

Bursa lies in the northwestern part of Turkey near the Sea of Marmara, about 20 km inland. The Ottomans, who started as a small emirate...

14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$295

Private Tour Guide and Driver in Istanbul

I totally give personalized service with the private vehicle and during the tour you can choose any place in Istanbul and the price of 1 …More

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Private Tour Guide and Driver in Istanbul

I totally give personalized service with the private vehicle and during the tour you can choose any place in Istanbul and the price of 1...

1 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$459

Full-Day Private Istanbul Tour With A Private Vehicle

Istanbul is an enormous city – 5.343 km2 and 18 million population – and without the help of a qualified guide, you won’t see much …More

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Full-Day Private Istanbul Tour With A Private Vehicle

Istanbul is an enormous city – 5.343 km2 and 18 million population – and without the help of a qualified guide, you won’t see much...

6 to 9 hours Free Cancellation

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$290

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

7 Days Magical Turkey Tour from Istanbul

Experience Turkey with one top the TOP RATED agencies on Cool Shore Excursions. Book your 7 Days Turkey tour package to experience the unique opportunity …More

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7 Days Magical Turkey Tour from Istanbul

Experience Turkey with one top the TOP RATED agencies on Cool Shore Excursions. Book your 7 Days Turkey tour package to experience the unique opportunity...

7 days Hotel pickup offered

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$2,159

Private Daily Cappadocia Tour From Istanbul by Plane

Embark on an unforgettable day tour from Istanbul to Cappadocia, where history, nature, and artistry come together. After arriving in Cappadocia, explore the Göreme Open …More

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Private Daily Cappadocia Tour From Istanbul by Plane

Embark on an unforgettable day tour from Istanbul to Cappadocia, where history, nature, and artistry come together. After arriving in Cappadocia, explore the Göreme Open...

9 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$356

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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$886

2 Days Small Group Gallipoli and Troy Tour from Istanbul

Experience Galipoli & Troy with one top the TOP RATED agencies on Cool Shore Excursions. Spend 2 days on an journey from Istanbul to the …More

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2 Days Small Group Gallipoli and Troy Tour from Istanbul

Experience Galipoli & Troy with one top the TOP RATED agencies on Cool Shore Excursions. Spend 2 days on an journey from Istanbul to the...

2 days

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$409

Highlights Cappadocia trip from Istanbul with an expert local guide Trek through Rose Valley, explore the village of Çavusin and then visit Kaymakli Underground City …More

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Daily Cappadocia Tour From Istanbul

Highlights Cappadocia trip from Istanbul with an expert local guide Trek through Rose Valley, explore the village of Çavusin and then visit Kaymakli Underground City...

16 hours Hotel pickup offered

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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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