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Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour

5.0(10,608)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 10608 reviews21 hFree cancellationBy Guided Istanbul Tours
Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour

About this activity

Visit highlights of Istanbul with your private tour guide in 1, 2 or 3 days with a flexible itinerary.

Day 1 - Highlights of Topkapi Palace Museum, Sultanahmet Square, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar.

Day 2 - Bosphorus Cruise by Public Ferry, Dolmabahce Palace, Taksim Square, Istiklal Street, Cicek Passage, Galata Tower (from outside), Spice Market.

Day 3 - Suleymaniye Mosque, Fener and Balat Districts, St. Stephen Church (Iron Church), Pierre Lotti Panoramic Hill by Cable Car, Chora Church (or alternative sites).

Important Notes:

- Skip the line service is not available for active mosques - there is a queue for the entrance.

- 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.

What's included

  • ✓Traditional Turkish Arts & Crafts Demonstration (Depending on interest)
  • ✓Flexible Pick-up Point: Guide will meet you at central Istanbul hotels, Airbnb, or Galataport
  • ✓Private Tour with a Licensed Professional Tour Guide
  • ✓Skip-the-Line Tickets: Your guide will arrange priority tickets, you will pay directly to the guide

Not included

  • ✕Transportation with Private Van (If the option is not selected)
  • ✕Museum,Ferry,Cable Car Tickets (Available upon request)
  • ✕Lunch and Drinks
  • ✕Gratuities (Suggested)

Meeting and pickup

  • Your guide will contact you in advance to ensure a smooth start, and on the day of the tour will be waiting just outside the cruise terminal, directly in front of the main EXIT GATE, holding a name board with your name for easy recognition.
  • Your guide will get in touch with you in advance to introduce themselves and ensure a smooth and easy meeting on the day of the tour.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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 depending on your wishes.
  • 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 due to Friday prayers.
  • Grand Bazaar and Spice Market is closed during Eid. (Tue, Mar 9, 2027 – Thu, Mar 11, 2027)

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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