1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 10 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL worth booking?
1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL is a 7-hour experience in Istanbul, Turkey, from $130 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 10 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (10)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $130 per person
Experience the very best of historic Istanbul with a private, 6-hour tour of the city’s most important sites and landmarks. Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour to set your own pace, with plenty of time to see the places that interest you most. With our team of cruise tour professionals, we cater to hundreds of guests annually at Galataport(ıstanbul cruise port). - Private guided tour -Shopping in Grand Bazaar -English, Russian or Spanish speaking guide -Pick-up and Drop-off -Covered by Viator’s worry-free policy: guaranteed on time return to your ship
What you get
About this experience
Experience the very best of historic Istanbul with a private, 6-hour tour of the city’s most important sites and landmarks. Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour to set your own pace, with plenty of time to see the places that interest you most. With our team of cruise tour professionals, we cater to hundreds of guests annually at Galataport(ıstanbul cruise port). - Private guided tour -Shopping in Grand Bazaar -English, Russian or Spanish speaking guide -Pick-up and Drop-off -Covered by Viator’s worry-free policy: guaranteed on time return to your ship
What's included
Included
- Air-contioned Van ( ıf van&guide option selected)
- Local Taxes
- Private Tour
- Professional Tour Guide
Not included
- Museum Tickets
- Public Transport Fees ( if van&guide option isn't selected)
- Food and drinks
What you'll see and do
Topkapi Palace Museum
The former imperial residence from which the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled for nearly 400 years. Today a spectacular museum, it is famous for its collections of treasury of the Ottoman Royal Family. You will chase the memories of the sultans and the Ottoman Empire through 400 years of the most glorious victories, happiest moments, and mournful days.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Blue Mosque
It is one of most visited mosque in Turkey and brand mark of Istanbul. It has more than 20 thousands beautiful blue tiles inside.
30 minutes here
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
Hagia Sophia is a 6th century church, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture, welcomes you with its legends and mosaics. You will have a chance to touch the history of this church, a main attraction of the city since its construction.
50 minutes here · Admission not included
Hippodrome
Open Air Museum; Ancient Hippodrome, the scene of chariot races, with the three monuments
45 minutes here
Basilica Cistern
Might be replaced with Museum of Great Palace Mosaics. Visit Basilica Cistern — Istanbul’s ‘sunken palace’ — a site that famously featured in the James Bond movie From Russia with Love. The site is one of the largest of the city's ancient cisterns that lie beneath the ground.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Grand Bazaar
Grand Bazaar in this labyrinth of streets and passages are more than 4,000 shops with each trade having its own area: the goldsmiths' street, the carpet sellers, Turkish arts and crafts, such as hand-painted ceramic plates, hand-honed copperware, brassware, and trays, water ewers, onyx-ware and meerschaum pipes.
60 minutes here
Misir Carsisi
Spice Market / Mısır Çarşısı Egyptian Bazaar is a colorful indoor bazaar and has lots of shops offering a variety of spices, purses, flavored teas, Turkish delight, nuts, as well as ceramics, and small souvenirs. Spice Bazaar is located in Eminonu Square which is the connection point of Bosphorus and Golden Horn.(optional)
45 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Istanbul
The guide will contact you by phone or WhatsApp and she will reach you.
Meeting point
Istanbul
After you aboard the cruise ship please follow the City Center sign and you will see your private guide holding a sign with your name on it at the city center sign exit. If you use lift please press the ''G'' level, that will take you to the City Center Exit.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
The guide will contact you by phone or WhatsApp and she will reach you.
Ends at
After you aboard the cruise ship please follow the City Center sign and you will see your private guide holding a sign with your name on it at the city center sign exit. If you use lift please press the ''G'' level, that will take you to the City Center Exit.
Options you can book
2-Day Private Guided Van&Guide
Day 1: Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar, Hippodrome. Day 2: Bosphorus Cruise, Dolmabahce Palace, Taksim Square, Istiklal Street, Galata Tower Pickup included
Italian Speaking Guided Tour
Tour Itinerary: Topkapi Palace Museum, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Ancient Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, Basalica Cisternas
Daily Prince's Island Tour
Prince's Island Tour: Princes Island(Buyukada Tour) and Spice Bazaar
1- Day Private Old Istanbul
Included; Guide 1-Day Private Guided Istanbul : Tour Itinerary: Topkapi Palace Museum, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Ancient Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, Basalica Cisternas
1-Day Old Istanbul Van&Guide
Included;Guide, and Van Duration: 6 hours: Since this is a private tour, you are free to schedule your time Old Istanbul: Tour Itinerary: Topkapi Palace Museum, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Ancient Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, Basalica Cisternas ENGLISH GUIDE Pickup included
RUSSIAN Speking Guided Tour
Included;Guide, and Van Duration: 6 hours: Since this is a private tour, you are free to schedule your time Old Istanbul: Tour Itinerary: Topkapi Palace Museum, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Ancient Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, Basalica Cisternas RUSSIAN GUIDE Pickup included
Spanish Speaking Tour Guide
Included; Guide, and Van Duration: 6 hours: Since this is a private tour, you are free to schedule your time Old Istanbul: Tour Itinerary: Topkapi Palace Museum, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Ancient Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, Basalica Cisternas SPANISH GUIDE Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, ru, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Private Transfer and Daily Tours - Breathtaking Travel Agency
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays can be replaced with Spice Market
- Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia closed until 2pm on Fridays, will be visited in the afternoon.
- For multiple day booking, private van service will be advised according to your hotel location and size of your group.
- Dolmabahce Palace is closed on Mondays. Due to museum regulations, live guide service is not available at Dolmabahce Palace.
- Galata Tower will be visited from outside unless you would like to pay entrance fee there.
- When booking the tour with van, if your hotel is located in Sultanahmet you will be steps away from the museums, so the van will not be used as much.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- *** WE ALSO DO PRIVATE EPHESUS SHORE EXCURSION. IF YOU BOOK YOUR PRIVATE EPHESUS SHORE EXCURSION WITH US AS WELL YOU WILL GET A SPECIAL PRICE FOR PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR. SO PLEASE MENTION IN THE NOTES IF YOU ARE ALSO INTERESTED IN PRIVATE EPHESUS SHORE EXCURSION.
- ***** WE ACCOMMODATE MORE THAN 14 PEOPLE. If there are more than 14 people in your group, you can book it as 14 people then we can update the number of travelers by messages on viator.
- While visiting a mosque in Istanbul, women need to cover their heads, shoulders, knees. You can carry your own scarf to cover your head but please note scarves are provided at the entrance of every mosque (available at a charge). If you are wearing leggings, tights or skirts, wraps will be provided at the entrance (available at a charge).
- Men also need to cover the knees if the shorts or bermudas are over the knees.
- ******-FLEXIBLE TIME, YOU CAN SCHEDULE YOUR TIME AND YOU CAN RETURN TO YOUR SHIP AT ANY TIME YOU WANT.*****
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 10 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
10 verified traveler reviews for 1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Perfect way to spend a day in Istanbul
A private guided tour of the old town with Sima was just perfect. We got a complete overview of everything we wanted to see plus some other special places Sima took us to off the tourist map - perfect 👌
via Viator
Small tour and excellent!
Sima was great - very knowledgeable and helpful - the day ran smoothly and we were so glad we got a private tour - did what we wanted and no waiting for others- awesome! Driver was excellent and spacious vehicle.
via Tripadvisor
History and culture
Istanbul is a wonderful city! a city full of history and culture! Our guide is very accommodating and knowledgeable, we enjoyed all the places we visited!!!! It will be worthwhile to spend more time to explore in this colorful city.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent Vulcan Guides!!
We truly loved both of our guides Vulcan & Vulcan. Both very personable and very knowledgeable. Thank you both for an amazing 2 days!!
Response from the operator: We're delighted to know that you had such a wonderful time with Volkan guides. Our guides are passionate about sharing the beauty and history of Istanbul, and we're glad they were able to provide you with an unforgettable experience. Thank you for choosing us.
via Viator
Great tour in a short amount of time
Selim is a very knowledgeable guide who is passionate on what he does. Volkan is also along keeping us on track and heading towards the right direction. The pair just work so well together that they make this 8+ hr tour very enjoyable.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much Dear Kinny, we hope to see you again in Türkiye Best regards
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $130 to $700
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Private Transfer and Daily Tours - Breathtaking Travel Agency, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 51.0.
See everything Private Transfer and Daily Tours - Breathtaking Travel Agency runsWhy this scores 63
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1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Istanbul.
How much does 1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL cost?
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Prices start at $130 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Istanbul usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL take?
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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Istanbul is not rushed.
Is 1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 10 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Istanbul, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Istanbul can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Istanbul and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Istanbul within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Istanbul?
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On Outty we rank every Istanbul experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Princes Islands Blue Journey from Old City Istanbul, Famous Istanbul Pub Crawl #1 Nightlife Experience, Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Istanbul?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Istanbul?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in 1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL?
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Included: Air-contioned Van ( ıf van&guide option selected); Local Taxes; Private Tour; and Professional Tour Guide. Not included: Museum Tickets; Public Transport Fees ( if van&guide option isn't selected); and Food and drinks. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does 1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 1501 listed pickup locations in and around Istanbul. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is 1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL offered in?
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It is offered in Arabic, Russian, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for 1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is 1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; Not wheelchair accessible; Stroller accessible; and Infant seats available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to 1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about 1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL?
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Across 10 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, small groups. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
What booking options are available for 1,2 or 3 DAY: Private Guided Istanbul Tour from CRUISE SHIP or HOTEL?
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There are 7 options to choose from, including 2-Day Private Guided Van&Guide, Italian Speaking Guided Tour, Daily Prince's Island Tour, 1- Day Private Old Istanbul. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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