Top Istanbul Shore Excursions

Enjoy the undivided attention of a personal guide and see the best of Istanbul’s Old Town on a private sightseeing tour. Set at a leisurely pace, you'll enjoy unhurried visits to the Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and Blue Mosque. With your guide on hand at all times, there’s no chance of getting lost in the Grand Bazaar. Pause the tour at any point to ask questions or adjust the itinerary.

Get a stress-free overview of Istanbul’s main attractions on a private full-day shore excursion from Galataport. With a personal guide at your side, you’ll explore the city’s vibrant culture and rich history through attractions such as the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and Hagia Sophia. Discover the art of Turkish carpet making and try traditional Turkish cuisine (own expense). The flexible itinerary can be customized to suit your tastes and interests.

Tick through Istanbul’s highlights without hassles or getting lost, and with a guide to reveal their history on this tour. Admire and hear tales of the Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Blue Mosque, and Hippodrome that you’d probably miss alone, and clearly hear the guide’s commentary.

Explore the top attractions in Sultanahmet (the old city) on a full-day tour with a knowledgeable guide. Take in UNESCO World Heritage sites and famous monuments in Istanbul including the stunning Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Hippodrome. Then follow your guide through the Grand Bazaar, browsing the shops of hundreds of vendors with an array of textiles, jewelry, perfumes, spices and more. Your guide shares the long history of Istanbul with your small group, which is limited to 10 participants to ensure a more intimate experience.

Benefit from the undivided attention of your guide on this private door-to-door sightseeing tour—ideal for cruise visitors with just one day in port. Step off your ship and dive into the heart of historic Istanbul, as you tour the magnificent Blue Mosque, visit the Hagia Sophia, investigate the eerie Basilica Cistern, and explore the Hippodrome. Finish by practicing your haggling at the legendary Grand Bazaar. Tour excludes entrance fees.

Take the time to explore Istanbul’s most magnificent sites at your own pace with a full-day, guided tour of the city's historic places and landmarks. Follow in the footsteps of charioteers and Roman soldiers at the Hippodrome, then see the arcing tiles of the Blue Mosque. Listen for the whispers of courtiers and sultans inside Topkapi Palace, then see Hagia Sophia’s stunning murals and minarets. Browse the vibrant displays at the iconic Grand Bazaar, with inside tips on the best places to find carpets, handicrafts and local souvenirs.

Prepare to be awed by Istanbul’s magnificent architecture, rich history, and eclectic bazaars as you discover the unmissable highlights of the Old City on this 1-, 2-, or 3-day private tour. Marvel over the glorious Hagia Sophia, learn how the Blue Mosque earned its famous nickname, and see the ancient Basilica Cistern. Tour Topkapi Palace to gain an insight into the lavish lifestyles of the Ottoman sultans and their harem, and browse the legendary Grand Bazaar, where you find everything from carpets to Turkish delight. Flexible daily itineraries: Day 1 - Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome Square, German Fountain, Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace, 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, Kadıkoy Market (or alternative sites).

Make discovering Istanbul's rich history and vibrant culture simple with this private tour. Immerse yourself in the ancient capital, where multicultural life, splendid architecture, and delicious cuisine await. Get paired with an expert guide who knows Istanbul intimately and choose from recommended itineraries. Explore landmarks in the old city or venture to Dolmabahçe Palace. Whether you're interested in history, art, or local flavors, there's something for everyone.

Enjoy stunning views of historic Istanbul from the water during this narrated boat tour down the Bosphorus. Cover many of the city’s top attractions from the scenic strait, passing highlights like Galata Tower, Dolmabahce and Topkapi palaces, and Rumeli Fortress. You’ll also head to Asia and back, with a get-down stop on Istanbul’s Anatolian side and free time to explore on your own.

Admire Istanbul from a new angle as you cruise on the glorious Bosphorus Sea with this dinner tour. Indulge in an incredible dinner menu with dishes influenced by Europe and Asia alike, including Hors Doeuvres, salads and dessert, while watching the lights of Istanbul in the distance. Then relax and enjoy a range of cultural performances inspired by local cultures, such as the Belly, Folk and Latin-Flameno dance styles.

Tick off the top sights in Istanbul in a single day during this exclusive full-day shared tour, which includes a sunset yacht cruise on the Bosphorus. Highlights include history-filled Sultanahmet, including the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia, the bustling Grand Bazaar, stunning Dolmabahce Palace, and Topkapi Palace.

Istanbul’s majestic skyline deserves to be experienced in style. This sleek yacht, with a maximum capacity of 35 travelers, delivers that in spades, offering delicious local nibbles and non-alcoholic drinks plus a guide to put everything in context. You’ll see the highlights of both the European and the Asian sides, including the Maiden’s Tower, Rumeli Fortress, and Dolmabahce Palace, with a stopover in charming Kanlica as well.

Sail between two continents and into the Black Sea on this full-day cruise along the Bosphorus Strait, with an onboard guide plus a delicious meze lunch on deck. Gaze over the shores of Europe and Asia as you cruise the Bosphorus; stop to visit the pretty Ortaköy neighborhood; and enjoy guided tours of the ornate Küçüksu Palace and Rumeli Fortress. There’s even a chance to swim in the Black Sea.

With a small group of just 15 people or fewer, enjoy an intimate atmosphere and personalized guide attention on this highlights tour of Istanbul. You'll have plenty of chances to ask questions as you travel around town in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan, stopping at sights such as the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, and the Hagia Sophia.

Visit four of Istanbul’s most visited attractions in one morning on this express tour. Skip the long lines and head straight inside Hagia Sophia for a guided tour of the museum; visit the magnificent Blue Mosque; and hear about Istanbul’s ancient history at the Hippodrome. End your tour at the Grand Bazaar, where you can enjoy a demonstration of traditional Turkish handicrafts and browse the stalls for souvenirs.

Istanbul’s Topkapi Palace was the seat of Ottoman power. Save time and skip the line for the palace and the Harem on this small group tour. Learn about the history of Topkapi Palace from your guide, and visit the imperial kitchens, the relics room, the royal courts, and the landscaped gardens. Admire the intricate tilework of the Harem and soak in views of the Bosphorus Strait from the palace.

Explore two of Istanbul’s most iconic attractions during this small-group walking tour of the Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. Take a walk through the vibrant Sultanahmet neighborhood and admire the beautiful Islamic architecture of the Blue Mosque. Then, enjoy a guided tour of the Hagia Sophia, where you learn about life under Ottoman and Byzantine rule.

Sail through the Bosphorus Strait and along the Golden Horn as you see Istanbul's most famous sights on this sightseeing tour. Hop on a sightseeing cruise to tour the Golden Horn and the Bosphorus. Get a fresh look at Istanbul on this boat tour with an audio guide to tell you all the top tales as you glide by Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Maiden's Tower, and Galata Tower. Sail as far south to see the Bosphorus Bridge. Meet your host on the other side of Hagia Sophia and walk down to the pier behind the grand mosque. Jump on board to discover the Golden Horn, considered to be the world’s largest natural harbor. Sail through the magnificent Bosphorus strait forming the continental boundary between Asia and Europe. Admire the Bosphorus coastline on the European side from the cruise, and see a string of villages, each with its own individual character and attractions. Glide past Dolmabahçe Palace, Ciragan Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, and the Bosphorus Bridge, among others.

This tour takes visitors across Istanbul by tram, which is the fastest form of transportation from Istanbul Port to the Old City and avoids the heavy traffic of Istanbul, allowing for more time to explore the sites. Visitors will be taken to five highlights: Blue Mosque; Hagia Sophia; Topkapi Palace; Hippodrome Square; and the Grand Bazaar.

Best of Istanbul tour which will enhance your point of view of Ottomans vs Byzantines. It's not only a tour from the past but also an outlook on the future. •Hippodrome where Romans used to organize chariot races and gladiators' fights with its remaining Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column, Constantine Column and German Fountain. •Visit the famous Sultanahmet Mosque, also known as Blue Mosque due to its magnificent interior decoration of royal Iznik tiles • Face the highlight of the earth, St. Sophia, built in 537 A. D. - unlike any other construction in the globe-. • See Topkapi Palace where the great empire was ruled •See Underground Cistern where Dan Brown's book ''INFERNO '' ended up. •Finalize the day at the famous Grand Bazaar with 4000 shops. • Get the personalized experience of a private tour • Take your Photos as remarkable memory • Make the Best of your limited time in Istanbul • Learn about Turkish handicrafts • If selected option (Private Tour)

The ideal introduction for first-time visitors to Istanbul, this attraction-packed, full-day tour covers the most popular landmarks in the one-time Ottoman capital. See where hundreds of thousands of spectators once gathered in the Hippodrome, watch a handicrafts demonstration by the Grand Bazaar, marvel at centuries-old attractions in the Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace, and more. Tours include a multi-course Turkish lunch plus transfers from central hotels and the cruise port.

Cover Istanbul’s top sights in just a few hours during this private, half-day guided tour, designed as a layover excursion for airline passengers. Enjoy hassle-free, front-door pickup from your airport terminal, and transfer comfortably from airport to the city in your own chauffeured, climate-controlled transportation. Highlights include stops at the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and whatever other destinations you select.

This Bosphorus dinner cruise is your gateway to an unforgettable night in Istanbul, offering a sumptuous feast of Turkish delicacies accompanied by the enchanting beauty of traditional Turkish dance performances, including the mystical Spinning Dervish show and enchanting belly dancers. Background of the Bosphorus.