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Hagia Sophia Basilica Cistern and Bosphorus Cruise Tickets (opens in a new tab)

3 h – 5 h

Fast and Easy Access. Visit one of the most famous landmarks with a pre-booked entry ticket and start exploring right away. Your ticket will be sent to you by email 24 hours before your visit — please remember to check your inbox and spam folder. Begin your journey at Hagia Sophia with priority entry and explore its massive dome, imperial gates, and ancient mosaics using your included audio guide. Continue at your own pace to the Basilica Cistern, where the audio guide leads you through its atmospheric underground hall, Medusa columns, and shimmering reflections. Visit both attractions whenever you want—full flexibility, no fixed schedule. After your visits, enjoy a relaxing Bosphorus cruise passing palaces, mosques, and bridges for unforgettable views. PLEASE NOTE: IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO SKIP OR BYPASS SECURITY CHECKS AT THE ENTRANCE. DURING THE HIGH SEASON, WAITING TIMES FOR SECURITY MAY TAKE UP TO ONE HOUR.

from$124

Sunrise Walking Tour of Istanbul with Traditional Breakfast (opens in a new tab)

4 h

Experience Istanbul before the crowds. Visit the city's most iconic landmarks at sunrise. Walk through the peaceful beauty of Gülhane Park. Enjoy freshly baked simit and Turkish tea. Cross the Bosphorus on the first morning ferry. Savor an authentic Turkish breakfast on the Asian side. Capture stunning, crowd-free photos perfect for social media.

from$150

Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum: Entry Ticket & Audio Guide (opens in a new tab)

1 2 h

The Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum in the historic Ibrahim Pasha Palace offers a captivating glimpse into Islamic art and heritage. The museum features an extensive collection of carpets and rugs, showcasing intricate designs from ancient Seljuk to ornate Ottoman masterpieces. Beyond carpets, the museum features calligraphy, ceramics, glass, and metalwork that reflect the creativity of Islamic art. It also displays sacred relics like a strand from the Prophet Muhammad’s beard and a footprint, attracting visitors from around the world. With its unique collection and historic atmosphere, it’s a must-see for anyone interested in art and history. An audio guide is included and available in 25 languages: English, German, Russian, Persian, Arabic, French, Italian, Chinese, Dutch, Spanish, Hindi, Romanian, Ukrainian, Korean, Turkish, Bulgarian, Polish, Swedish, Japanese, Indonesian, Greek, Hungarian, Portuguese, Urdu, and Croatian.

from$29.55

Istanbul Early Bird Tour - Top Sites in Small Group - Skip Lines (opens in a new tab)

3 h

By booking a tour with an expert guide, you can save valuable time by skipping the long ticket lines that often plague these popular attractions. Starting your tour earlier in the day also allows you to escape the crowds that can sometimes detract from the experience of visiting such historic sites. With fewer people inside, you can take in the stunning beauty and intricate details of the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern without feeling rushed or overwhelmed.

from$62.52

Private Full-Day Strolling through the Old Markets of Istanbul (opens in a new tab)

7 5 h

This has always been one of our favorite tours. We've always truly enjoyed watching the elegant architecture of Suleymaniye Mosque. It's a symbol of strength of an era. Reflecting the genius of architect Sinan, Suleymaniye Mosque goes beyond even the standards of modern time architecture. Grand Bazaar will shine your eyes. The bazaar is a world consisting of contemporary shops, Turkish culture and ateliers of dying arts including more than 4000 shops. Even though most of these are touristy places, some shops visited mostly by locals can still be seen. Together we will enjoy visiting such ateliers and shops. Whenever we visit the bazaar to taste the real food we do always prefer a restaurant where the shopkeepers usually eat. This is definitely what we are going to do.

from$180

Private Transfer from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Istanbul Port (opens in a new tab)

1 h

Book your private transfer from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Istanbul Cruise Port. Avoid the hassle of waiting in long taxi or shared shuttle queues and use our private, door-to-door airport transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at the scheduled time, and you can travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate. • We track your Flight. • Door-to-door Service. • No Hidden Charges. • Clean cars & Professional drivers.

from$35.24

Guided Sightseeing Tours (opens in a new tab)

1 6 h

First day of your trip in Turkey should be  most visited part of İstanbul Old city(Sultanahmet area).In Sultanahmet area places close to each other easy to go by walk where we have Topkapi Palace(Ottoman offical working site and Living area visiting around 2 hours.Today ottoman treasure museum.)Blue Mosque( Famous with ceramic and number of towers ) visitind half an hours.Hagia Sophia(Roman Orthodox Church still covered with mosaic panels) visiting around 1 hours Hippodrome (Roman horse chariot races site from 4th cc.)visiting around 15 minutes and Grand Bazaar(one of the biggest covered bazaar in the world) around half an hour or according to Guest wish free time.

from$200

Istanbul City Tour Europe and Asia and Bosphorus in One Day (opens in a new tab)

13 7 h

Istanbul cannot be discovered with a quick stroll or a standard city tour. Spanning two continents and 39 districts, it deserves to be experienced in depth, style, and comfort. This private luxury SUV tour reveals not just landmarks, but the soul of the city. From the Old City’s skyline to panoramic viewpoints between the Marmara and Black Seas, you’ll witness centuries layer by layer — Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, and modern Republic. Taste street flavors, enjoy gourmet dining, sip Turkish coffee, explore Jewish, Christian, and Muslim quarters, and cruise the Bosphorus — all stress-free, with no lines and exclusive access. Guided by Elif, a licensed professional with academic and cultural expertise, this tour combines luxury transport, insider knowledge, and storytelling. Guests call it inspiring, effortless, and unforgettable. This is not sightseeing. This is Istanbul — lived, felt, and remembered for a lifetime.

from$546

Private Istanbul Tour with Spanish Speaking Guide (opens in a new tab)

4 5 h

This is a private, flexible and personalized tour of Istanbul with a licensed professional guide. I focus on history, culture and local life, offering clear explanations without rushing. The tour can be adapted to your interests and pace, making your experience comfortable and enjoyable. Este es un tour privado, flexible y personalizado por Estambul con un guía licenciado. Me enfoco en la historia, la cultura y la vida local, explicando de manera clara y sin prisas. El recorrido se adapta a tus intereses y ritmo para una experiencia cómoda y agradable.

from$92

Istanbul Private Walking Highlights Tour (opens in a new tab)

103 7 h – 8 h

We will meet at your hotel or any place that you want. The tour duration is 8 hours and according to weather conditions or traffic, it might take more than 8 hours or less. The museum entrances will be extra.  We will visit most visited sites of Istanbul as Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia.

from$280

Istanbul Airport Transfer Services (opens in a new tab)

1 h

We consider that the safety and comfort is the most important thing to offer our customers. All our vehicles our fully insured and regularly maintained beyond what is required by law, for safety, quality, cleanliness and comfort. We care about your safety while you are in our care.

from$68.20

Istanbul Shorex Private Tour (opens in a new tab)

7 h

Explore the Hagia Sophia, the largest ancient Church and former Mosque Visit the Topkapi Palace, an Ottoman Imperial house which has housed 25 Sultans for 400 years Discover the Hipodrome a location for social activity in Roman times See the Blue Mosque a symbol of Istanbul with unique Ottoman architecture Stroll through the Grand Bazaar, the largest shopping mall of its time

from$89.80

Private Transfer to Cruise Port (opens in a new tab)

15 min – 45 min

A private transfer service prevents you from dealing with the traffic. When you land the Galataport Istanbul cruise port our professional transfer team welcomes you. We can help you with your luggage and direct you to our luxury vehicles.

from$90.94

Sunset boat trip on the Bosphorus and Golden Horn (opens in a new tab)

9 2 h

Boat trip along the waters of the Bosphorus and Golden Horn on this guided 2-hours boat cruise. View the Asian and European sides of Istanbul and admire the palaces, wooden villas, bridges and all of the unique maritime landscapes.

from$20.46

Emaar SkyView Istanbul Pass (opens in a new tab)

1 1 h

Emaar SkyView is a magnificent observation point that offers the chance to watch the city from 300 meters. Giving you the mesmerizing views of the charming city of Istanbul. The captivating allure of Istanbul unfolds before you, inviting you to indulge in panoramic views, thrilling experiences, and moments of awe-inspiring beauty that will leave an unforgettable mark on your memory Get opportunity to walk on glass floor and option for dining on top restaurant for snacks.

from$42

Istanbul: The Trace City — Topkapı, Hippodrome & Grand Bazaar (opens in a new tab)

1 4 h – 5 h

Istanbul's Old City is usually experienced as a checklist of monuments. This walk takes a different approach: following the streets, public spaces, neighborhoods, and surviving traces that reveal how the city changed from Constantinople to Ottoman Istanbul and into the city of today. Begin inside Topkapı Palace's First Courtyard, then move from the monumental center around Hagia Sophia and the Hippodrome into Kadırga's neighborhood streets. Along the way, encounter a Greek Orthodox church, an Ottoman hammam, the route of the ancient Mese, the Column of Constantine, the Grand Bazaar, and Beyazıt Square. Rather than moving from attraction to attraction, the walk connects these places as parts of one evolving city — imperial, religious, civic, residential, and commercial. No paid admission is required for the standard itinerary. Just four to five hours on foot, reading Istanbul through the traces its many lives have left behind.

from$99

Sapanca And Masukiye Tour With Lunch - Full Day (opens in a new tab)

5 9 h

If nature makes your world brighter, then why not make your friends jealousy by visiting the Sapanca Lake which is as photogenic as it is exciting. Before enjoying the natural beauty of the Sapanca Lake, you’ll be stunned by the multiplicity of animals, birds, fish, and native plants at the Darica Zoo (Istanbul’s biggest Zoo). Fascinating activities such as mountain climbing are also on the table and they’ll make you enjoy a picturesque coastline view. In Masukiye Village, you will surely delight at the sight of the Masukiye Waterfall and be amused by activities such as quad biking. Masukiye Waterfall Sapanca Lake Darica Zoo Quad Biking (extra - additional payment required) Lunch on the River

from$78.43

2-Day Sightseeing, 2 Continents, 3 Highlights & Bosphorus Cruise (opens in a new tab)

4 2 days

Duration: Approx. 2 Hours (without hopping off) Key Stops & Landmarks: 1. Sultanahmet Square (Starting Point - Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace) 2. Galataport & Tophane (Modern cruise port & contemporary art district) 3. Dolmabahçe Palace (Ottoman imperial palace on the waterfront) 4. Naval Museum & Beşiktaş (Vibrant coastal hub and market area) 5. Beylerbeyi Palace (Asian Side - Cross the Bosphorus Bridge into Asia) 6. Taksim Square & Şişhane (Istiklal Avenue & Galata Tower access) BLUE ROUTE (Golden Horn / Haliç) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Duration: Approx. 1.5 Hours (without hopping off) Key Stops & Landmarks: 1. Spice Bazaar & Eminönü (Historic market & ferry terminals) 2. Fener & Balat (Historic neighborhoods with colorful houses & Patriarchate) 3. Miniatürk & Rahmi M. Koç Museum (Open-air miniature park & transport museum) 4. Eyüpsultan & Pierre Loti Hill (Panoramic Golden Horn viewpoints & cable car)

from$96.62

4 Hours Istanbul Old City Walking & Shopping Tour (opens in a new tab)

4 h – 5 h

Istanbul is one of the world’s leading fashion capitals, it has very exciting shopping scene that’s well known for its quality, elegance, modern and tradition harmony. The shops located in all around of Istanbul and unfortunately it can be tricky to find and working out the logistics from one to another can be even trickier. With this private tour, you’ll have a knowledgeable private guide to give you insider tips and take you to the shops that you simply can’t miss. After picking you up from your hotel, ı will discuss with you about suggested shops, and then we’ll be on our way. Your exact itinerary is flexible, so you can customize your day of shopping based on your preferences – let me know where else you want to go.

from$150

Istanbul Airport shuttle service departing from Sultanahmet (opens in a new tab)

3 1 h – 2 h

We provide reliable, comfortable, and cost-effective transportation services for our international guests staying in the Sultanahmet area, ensuring a smooth connection to Istanbul Airport. To make your travel experience seamless, we offer professional transfer services with our fleet of luxury, high-segment vehicles that operate punctually and stress-free. Our experienced and courteous drivers are dedicated to assisting you throughout your journey, while our clean, well-maintained, and non-smoking vehicles ensure a high-standard travel experience. Our goal is to make your transfer to Istanbul Airport safe, comfortable, and hassle-free, delivering the highest level of guest satisfaction.

from$34.10

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