All Activities in Istanbul

Private Princes' Islands Tour (opens in a new tab)

58 6 h – 8 h

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 create the perfect day away from Istanbul. Your experience begins with a comfortable hotel pick-up, followed by a scenic ferry crossing over the Marmara Sea. Along the way, relax with traditional Turkish tea and fresh simit while taking in sweeping sea views. We focus our visit on Büyükada, the largest and most atmospheric of the islands. Stroll through its calm, car-free streets, sample island specialties, and, if you wish, enjoy a traditional Turkish coffee with a fun fortune-reading experience. The day also includes time at a secluded stone cove — an ideal spot to unwind or swim in clear waters. For guests seeking an elevated experience, private pick-up, drop-off, and exclusive sea transportation can be arranged upon request, ensuring a truly personalized and relaxed journey.

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Istanbul Old City Highlights Private Guided Skip the Line Tours (opens in a new tab)

36 8 h 10 min

Historical Istanbul Highlights Begin your day with a professional tour guide who will bring Istanbul’s rich history to life. Start at the grand Topkapi Palace, once home to Ottoman sultans, where you’ll explore its opulent rooms and the fascinating Harem. Next, visit the architectural marvel of Hagia Sophia, followed by the elegant Blue Mosque, famous for its striking blue tiles and six minarets. Walk through the historic Hippodrome, the ancient sporting arena of Byzantium, before descending into the mysterious Basilica Cistern, an underground wonder with atmospheric lighting and ancient columns. End your day wandering through the bustling Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets—perfect for shopping and soaking in the local culture.

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Private Cultural Tour of Istanbul with Certified Guide (opens in a new tab)

87 7 h

We're tour guides. We take care of all the planning. Save time, money and the hassle of having to make multiple reservations. Discover Istanbul at your own pace with your family or group of friends on a 7-hour private tour. A perfect tour to visit the most interesting monuments and attractions of the city such as Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace and Dolmabahce should not miss any visit to Istanbul. You can stroll through the legendary Grand Bazaar too, where everything from carpets to Turkish delicacies are sold. Instagram: @guiaturisticoolambul

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Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, and Grand Bazaar Tour (opens in a new tab)

68 5 h – 6 h

Many tours in Istanbul appear less expensive at first, but may include shopping-oriented stops that take time away from the sightseeing experience. Our approach is different. This is a premium, 100% private Old City experience designed for travelers who want to focus on history rather than shopping-oriented detours. No Hidden Shopping Stops: Your time is dedicated entirely to Istanbul's major historical highlights. Private and Well-Paced: Explore the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar at a comfortable pace with your own licensed guide. Advance Ticket Arrangements: We arrange Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia tickets in advance where possible for a smoother experience. All visitors must still pass through mandatory security checks, and short queues are part of the visit, especially at the Blue Mosque. Flexible Lunch Time: Your guide can recommend suitable local restaurants based on your preferences.

Princess Island Tour Full Day (opens in a new tab)

9 7 h – 8 h

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 electric car. Take a ride around the Island with electric car and relax in this mesmerizing view. Explore through the quite narrow streets which are lined with beautiful wooden mansions and flanked by untouched pine forest. Most importantly don’t forget your bathing suit as you may find the chance for a dip in the Sea.

Daily Ertugrul Tour from Istanbul (opens in a new tab)

155 1 day

Alhamdulillah We are the most well known ERTUGRUL TOUR organizer in Turkey for 3 years.We are expert on Ottoman and Islamic History and especially Ertugrul tour is our main focus. Ertugrul tour with us gives you Top satisfaction InshaAllah and you will not be only having free time around like drivers and some illegal people doing it without knowing what to do Our tours are run daily everyday starting from your hotel in Istanbul and ending in your hotel . So upon arrival until departure you are in safe hands . We provide the best breakfast and best lunch .Wifi on board on our tours.So you have full access to internet all day . Free water is provided.

Bosphorus Cruise Tour with Turkish Show (opens in a new tab)

81 3 h

Join a sightseeing dinner cruise along the Bosphorus Strait. Enjoy a welcome cocktail and dine with live entertainment. Pass some of Istanbul's most famous monuments, including Dolmabahçe Palace. Cruise between Europe and Asia and pass under the Bosphorus Bridge and Fatih Sultan Mehmed Bridge. See the summer palaces of the Ottoman sultans, including Dolmabahçe Palace and Beylerbeyi Palace. Admire the fortifications of Rumeli Castle and Anatolian Castle, and marvel at the mansions that line both coastlines. Watch live folk dances from the regions of Turkey, be seduced by a belly dancer, and relax to international music played by the on-board DJ.

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Cross the Bosphorus & Explore Istanbul’s Asian Side Like a Local (opens in a new tab)

5 5 h

Begin your journey with a hotel pickup and cross the Bosphorus Bridge to explore Istanbul’s Asian side. Visit the 19th-century Beylerbeyi Palace with its grand chandeliers and elegant furnishings. Next, see the Camlica Mosque, Turkey’s largest, blending Ottoman and modern design. Continue to Camlica Hill for panoramic views of Istanbul’s skyline. Admire the historic Maiden's Tower, a former lighthouse now a café. Explore Kanlıca Color House, famous for its pastel Ottoman mansions and yogurt. Experience the vibrant Kadikoy, Istanbul's cultural hub, with lively markets and cafés. End your day by crossing the Bosphorus Bridge and enjoying stunning views before hotel drop-off.

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Bursa & Uludag Mountain Tour from Istanbul (opens in a new tab)

20 12 h – 14 h

Escape from the noisy and crowded streets of Istanbul and enjoy a relaxing with an official guide during full Day Bursa Nature trip. This tour is not Cultural Tour or History Tour. Visit the landmarks of second capital of the Ottoman Empire, such as the Greent Mosque Green Tomb. Take the cable car from Uludag Mountain to the city or enjoy free time and rent an ATV or just relax. This tour is not Cultural Tour, History Tour or Shopping Tour. • Explore The Uludag Mountain and take cable car ride • Have lunch in Olympus Mountain • Visit Green Mausoleum and the Green Mosque

Private Full-Day Konya Tour from Istanbul (opens in a new tab)

1 14 h

Private Konya tour is the most comprehensive Konya tour done from Istanbul specially designed as best Islamic concept tour . We show you the best of Konya at your own comfort with only provide Islamic History Expert professional government licensed tour guides and we do not do tours with taxi drivers or local students and etc. Plus we pick you up from your own place in Istanbul and drop you back to your place after the tour with private transportation. Visit Konya with the best Konya tour company in Turkey and get the best information about Konya , Sufis ,Whirling Dervishes, Mevlana Jalaluddin Rumi ,Seljuk Empire and Islamic History of Konya.

Full-Day Princes Island Tour with Lunch from Istanbul (opens in a new tab)

30 6 h 30 min

Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Prince Island, the largest island in the Sea of Marmara, on a luxury guided tour. The guide will give you all the information just on board and tell you about places to visit on the 2 Islands. Travel in style by electric car, enjoy the magnificent scenery on the ferry ride and enjoy a sumptuous lunch of seasonal delicacies on board. This is the perfect day trip from Istanbul, with free time to shop for souvenirs or admire Ottoman mansions.

Traditional Turkish Bath Experience in Istanbul (opens in a new tab)

26 1 h

Experience a traditional Turkish bath while you visit Istanbul. This package that takes approximately 1 hours.

Gallipoli Peninsula Day Tour from Istanbul (opens in a new tab)

7 17 h

Traverse the peaceful and picturesque Gallipoli Peninsula, a historic landscape that was a significant battleground back in World War I. A long drive to the wonderful town of Eceabat where you energize by feasting on a delicious meal at a local restaurant. After a satisfying lunch, you will begin the tour around the peninsula, accompanied by a knowledgeable, English-speaking guide who will captivate you with his stories and commentary on the various sites you will visit. Since the Gallipoli Peninsula was a battleground during the war, a lot of soldiers, a good number of them Australian and Kiwi, perished there, so there is a poignant atmosphere that pervades all throughout the landscape. You can even pay your tributes to the fallen soldiers by the memorial sites found in Brighton Beach, ANZAC Cove, the Nek Ridge, and Chunuk Bair. You will even visit the famous Johnston's Jolly, a battlesite with trenches where many Turkish and Allied soldiers took cover.

Private Tour to Salda Lake, Pamukkale, Hierapolis, Kaklik Cave (opens in a new tab)

2 8 h – 15 h

3 fascinating natural beauites and one amazing ancient city. Salda Lake, white travertines of Pamukkale, Kaklik Cave, and Hierapolis Ancient City ! You will visit and explore all of these places on this private tour. If you would like do this tour from/to your hotel in Istanbul, all airport transfers and round trip domestic flights are going to be included.

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Private Istanbul Sightseeing Tour (opens in a new tab)

220 8 h

Take a hassle-free tour of Istanbul's most famous attractions with your own private guide to lead the way. You'll enjoy personalized attention on your private tour of magical Istanbul and its signature sights: the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace.

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Galata Walking Tour: Galata Tower, Galata Bridge, Fener & More (opens in a new tab)

7 5 h 30 min

Explore the social and cultural hub of Galata Walk through the Beyoglu Cultural Route and soak in the sights, sounds, and smells Visit the iconic medieval stone tower known as the Galata Tower Snap photos of the picturesque Camondo Stairs See the famous Galata Bridge that spans the Golden Horn Stroll around the historic neighborhoods of Fener and Balat Stop by the bustling Spice Bazaar Enjoy the intimacy of a private/small group tour Last-minute booking is available for the meeting point option

Ghost City istanbul Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

31 2 h – 3 h

Beneath the sun-soaked streets and stunning architecture lies a darker side to istanbul. Descend deep below istanbul's centrum into a parallel city, a city that is more than 1500 years old. Stretching across an enormous area of former quarry and made up of an intricate series of tunnels, this macabre site is one of the most fascinating places you’ll visit during your stay in istanbul. Explore the unknown side of this gigantic city. Lurking below the city’s ancient boulevards, public gardens, and museums, this mysterious sight has become one of istanbul’s unmissable tourist attractions. Watch as these spine-chilling remains are brought back to life before your eyes, as your expert guide recants the tales of a Constantinople gone-by and a glorious past time wishes we remember again.

Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Istanbul Private Tour (opens in a new tab)

248 3 h

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Istanbul with hidden gems that only a local can show you. Get to know Istanbul on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, from culture, history, and local lifestyle - this tour has it all! Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Istanbul at its best thanks to your local guide’s knowledge and stories. Check out main landmarks like Topkapi, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and uncover city secrets that will show you the city through a different perspective. As they say, the locals know best! Highlights & Hidden Gems of Istanbul: Private City Tour is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

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Princes’ Islands Day Trip with Lunch and Transit from Istanbul (opens in a new tab)

83 7 h – 8 h

Enjoy a relaxing, luxury-minded guided tour to Prince’s Island, the largest islet on the Sea of Marmara. Bask in the bucolic, car-free setting, traveling by Electric Car carriage. Tours include a ferry cruise on a ship and a lunch packed with fresh, seasonal specialties. You’ll also enjoy free time to swim on the Island and shop for souvenirs, or admire the Ottoman mansions. Full-day trip from Istanbul to Büyükada by boat Marvel at top Istanbul sights like Topkapi Palace and Kiz Kulesi Spend time at leisure on the largest of the Princes’ Islands and embrace laid-back island life Hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned coach included.

7 Days Turkey Tour Package - Highlights of Turkey (opens in a new tab)

69 7 days

7 Days Turkey Tour Package – Highlights Of Turkey Itinerary includes all airport transfers, flights, 6 nights accommodation, fully guided tours in Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale and Ephesus, all museum entrance fees, breakfast and lunch. Come and explore one of the…