Top Notch Istanbul: 1,2 or 3 Day Private Guided Tour of Istanbul

Topkapi Palace
Hagia Sophia
Dolmabahce Palace
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Description

Summary

Starts
Istanbul
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy
Admission
Mobile ticket
Minimum age
14 years

Description

Enhance your travel experience with this Top Notch Istanbul: 1,2 or 3 Day Private Guided Tour of Istanbul. Embark on a journey through time and immerse yourself in the rich historical heritage of Turkey with a unique historical tour, offering an unforgettable exploration of the past.

Travelers have rated this tour 5 out of 5 stars in 28 reviews.

Throughout the tour, you will visit Historic Areas of Istanbul and Bulgarian Orthodox Church. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply seeking a memorable adventure, the tour offers the opportunity to experience Istiklal Street (Istiklal Caddesi), Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmet Camii), Sultanahmet District, Topkapi Palace (Topkapi Sarayi), and Cicek Pasaji (Flower Passage) up close. You will also pass by famous sites like the impressive Galata Tower (Galata Kulesi) and Viaport Marina, giving you a unique opportunity to catch sight of these favorite attractions as you travel.

Throughout the experience, a knowledgeable expert will guide you, offering valuable insights and information. The activity is offered in 1 language: English, welcoming English speakers of all levels.

The starting point for this historical tour is located in Istanbul.

Reservations for this activity can be made for up to 15 individuals per booking. We recommend you review the "Included" and/or "Good to know" sections below for more details about the experience.

The cancellation policy for this experience is as follows: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Elevate your visit in Istanbul by reserving a spot for this captivating journey through time in Turkey. Select your date and secure an extraordinary experience before it gets fully booked!

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Included

Private minivan pickup and drop off service from Hotel/Port/Airbnb if chosen options
Private Tour
Professional licensed local guide

Destinations

Touristic sightseeing ships in Golden Horn bay of Istanbul and mosque with Sultanahmet district against blue sky and clouds. Istanbul, Turkey during sunny summer day.Istanbul

Map

Attractions

photo of beautiful morning the Beylerbeyi Palace on Asian coastline Bosporus Strait in Istanbul, Turkey. Beylerbeyi meaning 'Lord of Lords'.Beylerbeyi Palace
Hagia Sophia Mosque, Istanbul, Turkey, full viewHagia Sophia
The Topkapı Palace surrounded by a garden under the sunlight in Istanbul, Turkey.Topkapı Palace
Sultan Ahmet Park

Options

1-DAY PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR
Only Guide
Duration: 8 hours
Pickup included
1 DAY PRIVATE GUIDE&VAN TOUR
Minivan/Minibus : Minivan/Minibus Pickup and Drop Off Service From All Locations
Duration: 8 hours
Pickup included
3-DAY PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR
ONLY GUIDE
Duration: 3 days
OLD CITY - BALAT- MODERN : During these 3 days tour, day 1 you will explore old city of Istanbul, Day 2 Modern Istanbul, Day 3 Balat region of Istanbul
Pickup included
2 DAY PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR
ONLY GUIDE
Duration: 2 days
Old City and Modern Istanbul: You will visit old city and modern of Istanbul during 2 day tours of Istanbul
Pickup included

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Topkapı Palace is closed on Tuesday, Grand Bazaar is closed on Sunday
Please note that tour guides do not have skip-the-line priority at Hagia Sophia. To avoid waiting in the security line, we recommend departing tour early in the morning, ideally around 8:30 am or 9:00 am. This will give you a better chance of enjoying the site without long queues
If your tour begins after 11 am, please be aware that you might need to skip one or a couple of sites, as they close by 7 pm. Your guide will tailor the program to accommodate your priorities accordingly. Planning your visit earlier in the day ensures you have ample time to explore all the attractions without rush. If you have any specific preferences or questions about the tour, feel free to let us know!
This is a private tour/activities. Only your group will participate

Verified reviews

5.0
28 reviews
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GoPlaces745444

Amazing!

Extremely well coordinted tours with knowledgeable and helpful guides. They took personal ownership in making sure my family stayed informed on history and recommended best routes.

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privateturkeytours

12/11/2024, 20:00

We truly appreciate your thoughtful review. Preserving the unique beauty of Istanbul and creating lasting memories for our visitors is at the heart of everything we do. Knowing that you enjoyed your time with us is incredibly rewarding, and we look forward to the pleasure of welcoming you back to our beautiful country soon.

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876ethemy

Amazing!

An unforgettable expierence. We used this company several times and wherever we go with them super organazing and proffessionalism. We booked 3 day Istanbul tour and all our guides was super knowledgeable and inforative. Amazing days in exploring Istanbul hidden gems.

Thank you.

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privateturkeytours

31/10/2024, 14:54

Thank you sincerely for your kind review. We are deeply committed to preserving the beauty of Istanbul, ensuring it remains a cherished memory for all our visitors. Your satisfaction means the world to us, and we eagerly anticipate welcoming you back to our country in the near future.

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Tourist17485330944

Amazing!

We would highly recommend a personal guide over a group. Remzi our guide was extremely knowledgeable and patient with us as we tried to learn. So much better than a group as you can discuss, question and move at your own pace. The guides also have jump the queue privileges. Highly recommend.

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privateturkeytours

19/10/2024, 12:51

Thank you sincerely for your kind review. We are deeply committed to preserving the beauty of Istanbul, ensuring it remains a cherished memory for all our visitors. Your satisfaction means the world to us, and we eagerly anticipate welcoming you back to our country in the near future.

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Hodan M

Amazing!

We have two kids under 4 years old. Ata, our tour guide was very knowledgeable, kind and very accommodating. We learned alot and had so much fun doing it.

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privateturkeytours

11/10/2024, 07:47

Thank you sincerely for your kind review. We are deeply committed to preserving the beauty of Istanbul, ensuring it remains a cherished memory for all our visitors. Your satisfaction means the world to us, and we eagerly anticipate welcoming you back to our country in the near future.

5

521thanin

Amazing!

ALLNATION travel made our trip so much easier with their trip guides. They are extremely helpful. The trip wasn’t possible without them

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privateturkeytours

26/09/2024, 13:55

Thank you sincerely for your kind review. We are deeply committed to preserving the beauty of Istanbul, ensuring it remains a cherished memory for all our visitors. Your satisfaction means the world to us, and we eagerly anticipate welcoming you back to our country in the near future.

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302kenzae

Amazing!

Try to contact this guy if your looking for professionalism! I definitely recommend him to everyone who doesn’t know where to go or doesn’t wanna miss great places! He organized our stay in Türkiye & made good plans for us! Thank you so much Mr. Ibrahim for your kindness & how you made our days in Türkiye unforgettable! You’re the best & will contact you for our next trip to Turkiye again FOR SURE❤️🇹🇷

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privateturkeytours

07/08/2024, 17:18

Thank you sincerely for your kind review. We are deeply committed to preserving the beauty of Istanbul, ensuring it remains a cherished memory for all our visitors. Your satisfaction means the world to us, and we eagerly anticipate welcoming you back to our country in the near future.

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Maps554147

Amazing!

I, together with two of my family members took a 1-day tour of Istanbul. We had seen some sites before, so together with the Agency discussed and customized the tour to our needs. We were advised according to our choices we wouldn’t need to get a van/driver, so we got a tour guide and used public transit, cutting down that cost. We used taxi, walked some and took the tram which turned out to be convenient and gave us a taste of the Istanbul commute.

The tour was well thought out and planned to utilise every minute of our time.

Our guide Remiz was on time to pick us up at the hotel. He turned out to be pleasant, intentional, well organized and knowledgeable about the sites and the history behind everything. He wasn’t rushed and was patient to walk at our pace as he pointed out and explained things. It felt like we were with an old acquaintance.

It was a hot afternoon, there was a long queue at the Basilica Cistern, but the tour guide advantage allowed us to go first in line.

The Haggia Sophia Palace, The Basilica cistern and the Grand Bazaar are all worth a visit. I particularly enjoyed learning the history behind all these beautiful places.

The Bosphorus Cruise allowed us to relax but was underwhelming in my opinion as there wasn’t much detail to explore.

Overall, it was a day well spent.

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privateturkeytours

24/07/2024, 17:59

Thank you sincerely for your kind review. We are deeply committed to preserving the beauty of Istanbul, ensuring it remains a cherished memory for all our visitors. Your satisfaction means the world to us, and we eagerly anticipate welcoming you back to our country in the near future.

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308oksanas

Amazing!

I booked a tour of Istanbul with the agency and super happy with the service they provided. Our tour guide Volkan was amazing! The tour included not only the most historic sights of the city but also delicious sites for lunch and shopping. Definitely recommend.

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privateturkeytours

12/01/2024, 05:05

Thank you very much for your great review. We would be glad to host you again.

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Tian_L

Amazing!

It feels like seeing the city with my old friend from Turkey. If you’re someone who is interested in learning more at the places you visit, an audio guide at each place is always a plus to add on. However, if you only have limited time in Istanbul and need someone to guide you to everything you needed to see. You’ve found the right place.

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privateturkeytours

02/01/2024, 19:46

Thank you very much for your great review and glad to hear that we gain your friendship. Thank you Tian, Thank you Michelle. Hope to see you and host you again

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mansoorh167

Amazing!

My experience in Istanbul was amazing. The guided tours were fun and informative. We took our time and were able to enjoy all the masjids and museums. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Istanbul. We were treated really well and were able to enjoy our stay. My wife and I really enjoyed this trip and would really recommend this tour to anyone.

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privateturkeytours

01/01/2024, 12:31

Thank you very much for your great review. Hope to see you again

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