Private Istanbul Tour with Guide for 1, 2 or 3 Day Options
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5.0/5
Based on 161 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Private Istanbul Tour with Guide for 1, 2 or 3 Day Options worth booking?
Private Istanbul Tour with Guide for 1, 2 or 3 Day Options is a 72-hour experience in Istanbul, Turkey, from $179 per person. It scores 89 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 161 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 89 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (161)
- Duration
- 72 hours
- From
- $179 per person
This private city tour allows you to see highlights of Istanbul with a private tour guide who is an expert on the history and culture of the city. This tour can be operated as a shore excursion tour as well from Galatap
What you get
About this experience
This private city tour allows you to see highlights of Istanbul with a private tour guide who is an expert on the history and culture of the city. This tour can be operated as a shore excursion tour as well from Galataport. As entrance fees are not included in the price, your itinerary remains flexible and you have a chance to customize it with your guide on the tour day. Transportation can be handled by walking, public transportation, taxis or we can arrange private van service for you upon request. A licensed tour guide has skip-the-line priority to buy museum tickets and he/she will help you to purchase them. Please remember you may need to wait in security lines. The duration of the tour is 7 hours per day, but you can keep it shorter by talking with your guide as well. The most important sites of Istanbul will be explained by your private tour guide who will be a local friend with you here. Your guide will show you the best spots to take pictures for your Instagram account.
What's included
Included
- Skip-the-Line Priority TO BUY Museum Tickets
- Private Tour
- Guide meets you ON FOOT
- Professional Tour Guide
Not included
- Transportation
- Meal and Drinks
- Topkapi Palace Ticket - 2750 TL/63 USD per person
- Dolmabahce Palace Ticket - 2000 TL/45 USD per person
- Ferry Ticket for Bosphorus Cruise - 400 TL/10 USD per person
- Santa Sofia Ticket- 25 euro per person
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
- Ferry Ticket, Bosphorus Cruise
- Admission fees
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Istanbul
We can meet you at Hagia Sophia. Please advise us your preference so we inform our guide.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Ends at
We can meet you at Hagia Sophia. Please advise us your preference so we inform our guide.
Options you can book
3 Days Guiding Service
Duration: 3 days Pickup included
1 Day Guiding Service
Duration: 7 hours: 7 hours guiding service for walking tour Pickup included
2 Days Guiding Service
Duration: 2 days Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, pt, en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Bonita Tour
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 161 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
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
161 verified traveler reviews for Private Istanbul Tour with Guide for 1, 2 or 3 Day Options. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
An enjoyable and educational day in Istanbul.
A full day’s experience including doing things I wouldn’t have had the confidence to do myself (fish wrap!). I learned so much both from history and from every day life in Istanbul today. We used lots of different transport, finishing with an excellent Bosphorus cruise. Thank you for showing me such beautiful things. I’d definitely recommend this tour.
Response from the operator: Dear Katherine, Thank you very much for your great review! We are happy to hear that you had the best tour experience in Istanbul with us. We are also glad that you enjoyed the city during the tour. Your high recommendation means a lot to us, and we are pleased to have made your trip memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back for more amazing experiences in the future in Turkey!
via Tripadvisor
Great 2 day tour
Very good 2 day tour of the city. We were a party of 7, adults and teenage kids. It is a walking tour both days and we took trams in between. Tour guides Tolga and Sedat were great, very knowledgeable and accommodating as it was a private tour and we could tailor make it to us. Would recommend!
Response from the operator: Dear Prina, Thank you very much for your great review! We are happy to hear that you had the best tour experience in Istanbul with us. We are also glad that you enjoyed the city during the tour. Your high recommendation means a lot to us, and we are pleased to have made your trip memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back for more amazing experiences in the future in Turkey!
via Viator
Awesome tour experience
Our guide was Burak, a fantastic, thoughtful person who understood each of our interests (teenagers and adults) and gave us the perfect 3 day Istanbul experience. We visited all the major sites in three days without feeling overwhelmed. Also had great local foods. Highly recommend this guide.
via Tripadvisor
Great guide and tour
Burak was a very patient and knowledgeable guide. He did a great job of waiting for us when we had to slow down in the heat, and he was super super friendly! I recommend touring with him to anyone coming in the future. Our family of teenagers is a lot to handle and he showed us around phenomenally.
Response from the operator: Dear Sienna, Thank you very much for your great review! We are happy to hear that you had the best tour experience in lstanbulwith us. We are also glad that you enjoyed the city during the tour. Your high recommendation means a lot to us, and we are pleased to have made your trip memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back for more amazing experiences in the future in Turkey!
via Tripadvisor
AMAZING
Burak was the best tour guide I’ve ever had. He was very patient with our constant plan changes and made all the best recommendations on places to eat and where the most beautiful places to visit were. He was very generous with his time and felt like an add on to the family instead of our tour guide. 10/10 recommend!!!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 72 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $179 to $559
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 56
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 89
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Istanbul Tour with Guide for 1, 2 or 3 Day Options: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Istanbul.
How much does Private Istanbul Tour with Guide for 1, 2 or 3 Day Options cost?
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Prices start at $179 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 Private Istanbul Tour with Guide for 1, 2 or 3 Day Options take?
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Plan for about 72 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 Private Istanbul Tour with Guide for 1, 2 or 3 Day Options worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 89 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 161 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Istanbul, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Istanbul Tour with Guide for 1, 2 or 3 Day Options?
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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 Private Istanbul Tour with Guide for 1, 2 or 3 Day Options suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 72-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Istanbul Tour with Guide for 1, 2 or 3 Day Options?
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Around 56 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 72-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Istanbul Tour with Guide for 1, 2 or 3 Day Options 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 Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour, Istanbul Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Asian Side Stop, ISTANBUL BEST: Iconic Landmarks Full Day PRIVATE Guided City 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.
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