Private Istanbul Tour: Explore Highlights with an Expert Guide for 1 to 3 Days
5.0
102 Ratings
Fatih

Discover the highlights of Istanbul on a private tour with an expert guide. Customize your itinerary, skip the lines, and get insider tips for the best photo spots.

Duration: 3 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Istanbul Old City / Sultanahmet Tour

Sultanahmet District - Sultanahmet District

Sultanahmet Square - Historical Sultanahmet Square

Hagia Sophia Mosque - Hagia Sophia Mosque, Santa Sofia, Ayasofya
*Please note that no one has right to skip-the-line for here, so you may need to wait in the security line.

Topkapi Palace - Imperial Residence of Ottoman Family, Topkapi Palace

Blue Mosque - Blue Mosque, Sultanahmet Mosque, Sultan Ahmet Camii

Grand Bazaar - Grand Bazaar, Grand Covered Bazaar, Kapali Carsi

Hippodrome - Hippodrome Square, Byzantine Hippodrome, German Fountain, Egyptian Column, Serpentine Column

Istanbul Bosphorus Region Tour

Bosphorus Strait - Bospohorus Region

Bosphorus - 2 Hours Bosphorus Cruise by Public Ferry or Private Yacht

*Please advise if you prefer us to arrange private yacht for you,
Ferry ticket is NOT included

Misir Carsisi (Spice Market) - Spice Bazaar, Spice Market, Egyptian Market, Misir Carsisi

Dolmabahce Palace - Imperial Residence of Ottoman Family by the Bosphorus Strait, Dolmabahce Palace

Rustem Pasha Mosque - Rustem Pasha Mosque with wonderful tiles of Iznik style.

Galata Koprusu - Galata Bridge, Galata Koprusu

Istanbul Golden Horn Region Tour

Golden Horn - Golden Horn / Halic

Fener Rum Ortodoks Patrikhanesi Kutuphanesi - Fener Greek Orthodox Patriarchate / Fener Rum Patrikhanesi

Balat - Balat District

Eyup - Eyup Distict and Eyup Sultan Mosque & Tomb

Pierre Loti Tepesi - Pierre Loti Hill and Panoramic Golden Horn view, tea break

Vefa Bozacisi - Vefa Bozacisi, traditional Turkish drink

What's Included
  • Priority access to buy museum tickets
  • Exclusive private tour
  • Convenient on-foot meeting with guide
  • Expert guidance from a professional tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Transportation
  • Meal and Drinks
  • Topkapi Palace Ticket - 1500 TL/48 USD per person
  • Dolmabahce Palace Ticket - 1050 TL/33 USD per person
  • Ferry Ticket for Bosphorus Cruise - 300 TL/10 USD per person
  • Santa Sofia Ticket- 25 euro per person
Additional Information

Embark on a private urban expedition of Istanbul’s highlights, led by a guide well-versed in the city’s history and culture. This tour can also be executed as a port excursion from Galataport. Gate fees aren’t incorporated into the cost, allowing you a flexible itinerary that can be personalized with your guide on the day of your tour. Travel arrangements can entail walking, public transit, taxis, or a private van service can be set up at your request. As an added benefit, your licensed guide can bypass waiting lines for museum tickets, assisting you in acquiring them. However, you might be required to wait in security queues. The tour spans seven hours daily, but its duration can be adjusted down via discussion with your guide. Your private guide, essentially a local friend, will illuminate Istanbul’s crucial landmarks and guide you to superb photograph spots for your Instagram account.

Location
Hagia Sophia
Ayasofya Meydanı
We can meet you at Hagia Sophia. Please advise us your preference so we inform our guide.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
5.0
(102 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
648sandipg
Jul 14, 2024
Istanbul big group private tour! - The guide was very knowledgeable and adaptable to our needs. We were a big group of 16 people from 4 families and so it must have been very challenging for the guide. He though planned the days perfectly and accommodated our needs and impromptu requests! I would give 5/5 for their services!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Saurajyotib
Jul 13, 2024
Great time, great experience of the country, soaked in the essence of the Greco-Roman civilizational background - Fatih introduced himself at Istanbul airport and we were there at the city for 3 days . The tour of the city was superb and in that short time the guide who was extremely knowledgeable took us to the main sites and given our large group size we managed to see the major sites. The bosphororous cruise was the highlight. The restaurants chosen were just right and overall we had a very fulfilling experience. We further on visited Cappadocia, Pamu khale and Kusadasi, the tour guide was patient, accommodating and explained everything in great detail. Ephesus your was exhausting but in between the coool of the coach made us feel refreshed. The lunch provided was of exceptional quality . Overall I would highly recommend Bonita tours to visitors in this part of Turkey.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Bruce3382
Jul 11, 2024
A very reliable service provider. - Fatih was very helpful in providing the tour service we needed. From driver to experienced tour guides and booking a yacht to cruise the beautiful harbor. He was quick in response to our enquiries and needs, available even on weekends.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Isabelab894
Jul 10, 2024
Best private tour with family! - We were a family with 2 kids, ages 8 and 10 and our guide, Emel made this one day tour unforgettable. She was so engaging, thoughtful and really tailored the tour and experience for our family. Everyone had an amazing time, so much so, that the kids feedback was it was the highlight of our trip. The tour was amazing but definitely recommend our tour guide Emel which went above and beyond to make it so memorable!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
H2571cjnatalial
Jul 1, 2024
Exploring Istanbul in 1 day with Zerat: An unforgettable journey - We feel very fortunate to have been guided by Zerat during our tour of Istanbul’s fascinating attractions. I travelled with my mother and at all times we felt very safe. Zerat demonstrated a deep understanding of every site, from the great Ottoman palaces to the impressive mosques, providing a historical and cultural context that enriched our visit. Always punctual and professional, he organized the tour efficiently, allowing us to make the most of our time without feeling rushed. He prioritized the places of our interest. Your kindness and willingness to answer our questions and share local recommendations, such as visiting a carpet factory, made us feel comfortable and welcome at all times. We highly recommend Zerat services to anyone wishing to discover Istanbul in a short time, it is a passionate and expert guide.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Magdalenapg5640vs
Jun 29, 2024
Istanbul with Zedat - We took a trip for 2 days with our guide Zedat and it went a great experience! His knowledge of history and culture has moved us to another dimension by visiting all the cultural objects and very interesting areas of Istanbul. It was very curious and interesting to hear stories share experiences of our lives. Our guide has a lot of experience living in several countries, knowing different cultures, languages (he speaks perfectly Spanish and English and Portuguese and of course Turkish too) then sharing everything with us was an added value to our trip. We look forward to next trip to Cappadocia!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Farhans875
Jun 29, 2024
Great Experience Vacation in Turkey - Thank you Fatih for a wonderful vacation we got to spend in Turkey with your agency. We enjoyed our tour very much, it was well organized and got to experience the real flavor of the country. Hatice was great to have as our tour guide, she is an asset to your team! Everything was very well organized from the beginning till the end. Fatih was very cooperative and responsive to our inquiries. Bonita Tours, Mr.Fatih Kelek is the most helpful and responsible tour operator I have ever met!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
T3508cmrajas
Jun 29, 2024
All beyond our expectations - Bonita Tour is a wonderful agency with amazing staff. Fatih set us up on a 12 day tour of Turkey and Greece it was beyond our expectations. All the breakfast and lunches included were delicious during our tour.. Every tour guide was informative and professionally spoke perfect English. All the hotels were 4 stars or above and center of city. Hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia was with experience pilot and 20 people and was an experience of a lifetime. I would highly recommend booking your tours with Bonita Tour Agency Thank you for helping us fall in love with Türkiye.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Kristinli5303we
Jun 26, 2024
Istanbul Tour - This tour was a wonderful experience. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and adjusted the days based on our requests. Highly recommend Tekand.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Sunnysxm
Jun 26, 2024
The best is the best tour Organiser and VVIP service - The best tour organizer ever , 5 star service , Fatih did the air tickets , tours . Hotels , restaurant bookings and service was 7 star.. the best of VIP service . Highly recommended . Cruise tours . Best vehicles
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Select Date and Tickets
up to 8 guests
1
Traveler
September 2024
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Today