Best of Istanbul Private Guided Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the majestic Hagia Sophia
- Wander through the opulent Topkapi Palace
- Marvel at the intricate Blue Mosque
- Shop at the bustling Grand Bazaar
- Cruise along the scenic Bosphorus Strait
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private guided tour of Istanbul's historic sites
- Flexible 1, 2, or 3-day itinerary options
- Personalized experience tailored to your interests
- Meals and beverages
Meeting point
Start Location
German Fountain, Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour availability may vary; check the latest schedule
- Confirm the duration and itinerary with the tour operator
- Be aware of any local holidays that might affect site access
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring historic sites
- Bring a hat and sunscreen for outdoor activities
- Carry a water bottle to stay hydrated during the tour
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- The suggested first-day tour is designed as a walking tour, with transportation needed only between the hotel and the Old Town if the hotel is outside old town.
- The suggested second-day tour can be easily managed by public transportation
- Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays can be replaced with alternatives such as Turkish And Islamic Arts Museum or Archaeological Museum or Basilica Cistern.
- If one of the mosques or museums is not visited, Basilica Cistern will be visited as a replacement.
- Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and replaced with Spice Market.
- Dolmabahce Palace is closed on Mondays. Due to museum regulations, live guide service is not available at Dolmabahce Palace.
- For the tours that start later than 11 am, kindly note that you may have to skip one/a couple of sites as the sites are closed by 7 pm. Your guide will adjust the program according to your priorities.
- On Fridays, Blue Mosque will be visited in the afternoon.
- Grand Bazaar and Spice Market is closed during Eid. (March 20-22, May 27-30 in 2026)
Traveler reviews
Old city tour Istanbul
We had a great day on our tour. We were met on time from our hotel, by our guide, Numan Taşdoğan. He was really knowledgeable about all the places and tailored the tour perfectly to suit our interests. He advised us where to go for lunch and was extremely helpful as I have a severe allergy, so he was able to advise us on exactly what I could eat, which was very much appreciated. I would have no hesitation in recommending this tour as Numan was so good. Thanks very much 😊
Sight seeing with Hasan
Hasan is a very nice guide who showed us round Top Kapi palace and Sultanahmet including the spice bazaar. He was informative and understanding of our needs.
10/10 recommend
Enver was amazing! Took time with each of my family members to explain things like history, customs, or architecture they were interested in, was an expert photographer, and let us go at our own pace. It was also amazing to skip the line everywhere and get right into some of the best sights!
Great private tour of Istanbul
I had a wonderful sightseeing day with Tuba and Guided Istanbul Tours. The tour of Istanbul was well done. Very informative, interesting and fun. All communication was prompt and professional. I recommend
A new friend for life….!
Cumher (Newman) was an absolute joy to explore Istnsbul! We made a mistake and got the meeting place wrong—he found us, and made us feel ok. We saved so much by taking public transport with him, eating a local places which were clean & delicious, and we had so much fun laughing and sharing stories and learning about local life. We ate treats like Sarma, Börak, and a regional standard, Alexander Kebab, which was delicious!…. We feel like we will now miss a new friend! Xxx