Experience Istanbul with our exclusive private tour. Enjoy ultimate comfort, personalized attention, and a tailor-made itinerary showcasing iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and a red-carpet experience.
Experience Istanbul like never before with our exclusive private tour designed for ultimate comfort and luxury. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this tour offers personalized attention, a tailor-made itinerary, and a red-carpet experience that guarantees an unforgettable journey.
Embark on a private exploration of Istanbul’s most treasured landmarks. With your dedicated guide, visit the majestic Hagia Sophia, an architectural marvel and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire its grand dome and stunning mosaics as your guide narrates tales of its transformation over the centuries. Next, proceed to the Blue Mosque, an Ottoman-era masterpiece adorned with 20,000 exquisite İznik tiles. Enjoy the serene ambiance and learn about its historical significance.Your red-carpet experience continues with a visit to Topkapi Palace, where you’ll explore the lavish lifestyle of Ottoman sultans. Marvel at its courtyards, jewel-encrusted treasures, and panoramic views of the Bosphorus. Enjoy exclusive access to areas of the city not typically available to group tours, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience.
Pause for a delectable lunch at a high-end Turkish restaurant, offering authentic flavors and a touch of modern elegance. As part of this private experience, you’ll have the opportunity to customize your dining options to suit your preferences. Afterward, delve into the cultural richness of Istanbul with a guided stroll through the Grand Bazaar, one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world. Discover hidden shops, unique souvenirs, and local delicacies.This private tour allows you to set the pace. Whether you want to spend extra time marveling at the architecture, shopping in the bazaar, or savoring Turkish tea at a scenic spot, the itinerary is entirely adaptable. Your luxury vehicle, complete with air-conditioning and a professional driver, ensures comfort throughout your journey.
Conclude your day with a peaceful cruise along the Bosphorus, watching Istanbul’s iconic skyline glow under the evening lights. The personalized service and unforgettable views ensure your experience ends on a perfect note.
We begin the tour by picking up our guests from their hotel and heading to our first stop, the magnificent Hagia Sophia.
Embark on a private tour of Istanbul’s treasures. Visit Hagia Sophia, a UNESCO site, and marvel at its dome and mosaics.
Next, proceed to the Blue Mosque, an Ottoman-era masterpiece adorned with 20,000 exquisite İznik tiles. Enjoy the serene ambiance and learn about its historical significance.
During the tour, we made a 15-minute stop at the historic Serpent Column, a fascinating artifact from Delphi, offering a glimpse into Istanbul's rich ancient heritage.
We spent 15 minutes at the German Fountain in Istanbul, an elegant gift from Kaiser Wilhelm II, admired for its stunning design and historical significance in Sultanahmet Square.
We spent 15 minutes at the Obelisk of Theodosius III, an ancient Egyptian monument brought to Constantinople, marveling at its intricate carvings and historical significance in Sultanahmet Square.
We took a 1-hour lunch break in the Sultanahmet District, enjoying a delicious meal while soaking in the vibrant atmosphere and historic surroundings of this iconic area.
Your red-carpet tour continues at Topkapi Palace. Explore Ottoman luxury, jewel-filled treasures, and stunning Bosphorus views, with exclusive access for a seamless, enriching experience.
Afterward, explore Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s oldest covered markets. Discover hidden shops, unique souvenirs, and local delicacies on this guided stroll.
At the end of the tour, we return all our guests to the pick-up points where they were initially collected.
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Kalie Bill - Russia
01 January
The was fantastic. I’d recommend him to everyone I know. He was full of knowledge and eager to share it, which made the whole experience really insightful and authentic.
Shantelle Joe - Germany
05 January
The tour was fantastic and really informative! He paid close attention to everyone in the group. I couldn’t recommend him more!
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Overall Rating
4.3/5
Based on 35 Reviews
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The was fantastic. I’d recommend him to everyone I know. He was full of knowledge and eager to share it, which made the whole experience really insightful and authentic.
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The tour was fantastic and really informative! He paid close attention to everyone in the group. I couldn’t recommend him more!
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Our guide was really knowledgeable and gave detailed explanations about every site we visited. He also helped us navigate some long queues, which was super helpful. Plus, his Italian was excellent. Truly a valuable experience!
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Our tour guide spoke German very well and showed impressive knowledge of history. He was engaging and answered all our questions thoroughly. This tour really gave us a fresh and positive perspective on Turkey.
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A really enjoyable visit, packed with stories and historical insights. We had a fantastic day
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It was good overall, though I found it a bit on the expensive side.
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My husband’s wallet got stolen, and I’m so glad we had our guide with us otherwise, we would have been in a tough spot.
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We had an awesome tour with directory It was a very informative day, and he made sure to take plenty of time to answer all our questions. The private tour felt really relaxed, and we got to choose the destinations ourselves. We’d recommend Suleiman’s tour to anyone it’s definitely worth the price!
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The tour was fantastic! Everything was well organized, and our guide shared so much knowledge.The was super flexible and customized the tour to fit what we needed. We were picked up from the terminal and dropped back there, which made everything easy.
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Everything was perfect just a shame that lunch wasn’t included.
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The private tour was exactly what we were looking for. Our guide, made the experience both informative and enjoyable. We weren’t tied to a strict schedule and could share our preferences, which was great. Thanks to the private setup, we were able to skip most of the long lines that are typical in Istanbul. At Hagia Sophia, the directory shared her personal perspective on Islam in a very respectful and thoughtful way never trying to convince, just inform. We also made an unscheduled stop at the Basilica Cistern, which was definitely worth it. A big thank you to directory for a wonderful day!
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Our tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable and spoke fluent German. We had a fantastic and informative day. The vehicle was clean and well-equipped, and the additional driver was friendly and professional. Everything went smoothly and exactly as booked no stress at all. We even had plenty of time for lunch, thanks to a great recommendation from the guide. Five thumbs up!
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An excellent tour of Istanbul that I’d recommend to anyone! The city is incredible, and the private tour made the experience even better.
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Our guide picked us up right at the hotel. He was super friendly and really knowledgeable. We walked around all the sights, and he shared tons of info while giving us plenty of time to really enjoy everything. We got some amazing photos and had a fantastic time. The lunch spot he recommended was great too. I can’t recommend this tour enough. We went on a Tuesday, so the program was a bit different. was an outstanding guide
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The city is stunning, and the guide was really engaging.
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Our guide was super knowledgeable and passionate about the sites we saw. was really flexible since the Blue Mosque was being renovated and it was a hot day. I definitely recommend this tour.
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Excellent experience and an excellent guide took us to all the places. better impossible
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The directory gave us an excellent tour of the old town. He shared detailed and thorough info about all the sights. We even had kofte at a local restaurant we probably wouldn’t have tried on our own. As planned, we said goodbye to him at Taksim Square and then walked back to the ship.
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Fatih gave us a great tour of the old town. The information about the sights was detailed and extensive. We ate kofte together in a restaurant that we would never have dared to go to. As previously agreed, we said goodbye to him at Taksim Square and strolled back to the ship
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Our Istanbul tour was both informative and really enjoyable. Our guide was fantastic, taking great care of us and making sure we got to experience the city, its landmarks, and the local food. I highly recommend this tour if you want to see the main sights.
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We began our day at Topkapi Palace, surrounded by amazing history and artifacts. Hagia Sophia always impresses. The Blue Mosque is currently under major renovation, so it was a bit tough to fully appreciate. The Grand Bazaar is definitely a must-see you could easily spend days exploring it
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Everything was really well organized, and our guide was fantastic!
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We had an amazing day with . She picked us up right on time at the hotel and let us help plan how the day would go. We really loved the VIP tour and will definitely book it again next time we visit. Thanks so much for such an unforgettable experience!
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was the best guide we’ve ever had. We enjoyed every single minute. He was fantastic, and even my 12-year-old son was really impressed with everything.
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Thanks so much for an amazing day. Fantastic tour and an excellent guide.
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Our guide was really knowledgeable and shared all the important info without making it too much to take in. Plus, she was super friendly. We’d gladly spend another day with her anytime
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The morning tour was fantastic we visited Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, and the Blue Mosque. Our guide did a great job. But in the afternoon, things changed; we got pushed into some sales presentations, which was disappointing. We would’ve preferred more time to explore the city on our own. To top it off, we had to wait an hour for our driver to pick us up and take us back to the hotel, which was a frustrating way to end the day.
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The tour company’s service was solid and met my expectations.
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The dicertory was an amazing guide really friendly, knowledgeable, and happy to share everything. However, I wasn’t impressed with the transportation or the way it was described. The car wasn’t with us all day like we expected. For the price, we thought we’d have the car available to leave our stuff and come back to it easily. Instead, it took over 30 minutes for the car to pick us up at the end. I’d recommend as a guide but not the overall experience.
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The guide was very nice, though not a native speaker. She arrived on time and was neat. We had to book the VIP tour because we wanted a Russian-speaking guide, We were told beforehand that the VIP tour included a chauffeur for the whole day, the guide, no queuing at sights, and entrance fees. The chauffeur did pick us up on time and dropped us off in the old town, but then left us there since the entire tour was in that area. Only one of the seven stops had advance tickets that let us skip the line; for the others, we ended up queuing for hours in the hot sun. The guide was helpful and friendly, Also, there was no lunch or drinks included for that price.
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The guide with us was friendly and polite. However, the service we received was far from the red carpet tour that had been promised, especially considering the price we paid. Less than 24 hours before the tour, we were informed that there wouldn’t be a Portuguese guide available. They said if we wanted Portuguese, they couldn’t guarantee the quality. While we also speak English, it’s unfair to inform us so late when this was surely known well in advance. and there was no car provided. On the day of the tour, we learned the Grand Bazaar was closeda fact the company must have known beforehandand yet no alternative was offered, not even a drive around the city, despite us paying for a full tour. The historical explanations were very basic and only covered the few places we visited. To make matters worse, it rained heavily in the morning, and they didn’t provide umbrellas we had to pay for them ourselves. Overall, we feel cheated.
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The guide was very good but paying entrance fees at some places during the tour was bad.
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