A chance 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
A tour where tourists will get to see the glorious Hagia Sophia,
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A chance for the tourists to explore the local streets on a walking tour of the city
What You'll Do:
Stop at the Sultanahmet District and take a tour further
Pass by the Hippodrome and take another tour
Visit places like the Blue Mosque, the Sultanahmet Square, the Hagia Sophia Museum , the Topkapi Palace, the Basilica Cistern, the Grand Bazaa, the Bosphorus Strait, the Dolmabahce Palace, the Taksim Square, the Istiklal Street, the Galata Tower, the Misir Carsisi, the Suleymaniye Mosque, the Fener Rum Patrikhanesi, the Kariye Museum, and the Pierre Loti Tepesi.
Learn how the magnificient Blue Mosque earned its famous nickname, and see the ancient Basilica Cistern.
What It Includes:
This trip is not provide access to wheelchairs
The trip is stroller friendly
For multiple day booking, private van service will be advised for you, according to your hotel location and the size of the group
Tourists will be provided with a professional guide
Lunch is not included in this trip but can be purchased separately
Travellers Talk:
Most of the tourists liked the tour and the overall experience
Another tourist liked the guide and the information they received
Is It Right:
An excellent tour which covers the best places of Istanbul
A private tour that allows tourists to explore the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia
A private tour through which the travellers get to enjoy some of the main tourist spots of the city
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During the tour, travellers will be stunned by the hidden gems in the mosques of Istanbul.
What You'll Do:
Visit the magnificient Blue Mosque for around 1 hour and 30 minutes
Explore the Hagia Sophia Museum next, for another 1 hour and 30 minutes
Get to visit the Corlulu Ali Pasa Medresesi and enjoy the famous caj tea at the end of the day.
The last stop for this trip is a visit to the Little Hagia Sophia where travellers get to view the various hidden gems.
What It Includes:
The tour is about 4 hours long
A local guide is also available for this private tour
Tea and coffee are included within this tour
Travellers Talk:
Travellers appreciated that the tour guide for the trip was well informed. They were regaled with interesting overview of the sights. The guide also helped the travellers with a recommendation for an excellent fish restaurant, where he made them feel at home by explaining the various food options available
Another group of travellers have recommended this tour to everyone as it is an excellent way to explore Istanbul
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Perfect for those who are willing to spend half a day in exploring the city
A tour that allows travellers to explore the food and culture of Istanbul in one day
The main attraction of this tour is home-cooked meal served to the tourists
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The tour also includes a tour across Sultanahmet
What You'll Do:
Meet the tour guide at Sultanahmet, which is the meeting point for the tour
Visit a local family to gain knowledge about the tradition, customs and the local cuisine found in Istanbul
The dinner that is served to the tourists is a sumptious 3-course meal which includes additions prepared by the local family
The serving begins with an aromatic thin soup called Acorba, followed by a hearty meal comprising of minced meat and eggplant with rice and salad, and a sweet dripping dessert
During the meal, chat with the hosts to know more about the rich tradition and the culture of Istanbul
After meal, walk along the street with the guide to know more about the history of the place
What It Includes:
The duration for this tour is 3 hours and 30 minutes
A local English speaking guide is assigned to the group
Home-cooked meal
The tourists get to drink tea and traditional sherbets in this trip
The visitors get to use an authentic shisha pipe that can add a drop of pizzazz to the photographs they take back home
Ensured a fantastic personalized experience
Travellers Talk:
A group of tourists said they got to know the real Istanbul by going on this tour
The tourists were happy with the knowledge that they got from the guide
They loved having dinner with the local families and the courtesy extended by them
Is It Right:
For the true essence of Turkish heritage, eat like a local and explore the streets of Sultanahmet. This tour gives travellers that opportunity
A tour that allows travellers to explore the various street food stalls in Istanbul
The itinerary also includes sightseeing that allows tourists to explore the popular tourist attractions
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The main attraction of this tour is the food samples they get to try on this trip; therefore, making it a must-visit for all people who refer to themselves as foodies
What You'll Do:
Travellers are required to reach the meeting point and meet their tour guide first, after which the tourists take a relaxed stroll around the market, tasting a variety of delicacies which Istanbul is famous for
The flavourful delicacies that one tries on this trip includes pastirma, artisan cheeses, and Turkish delight
After exploring the market, visit the Eminonu Port for a memorable ferry ride to Aaskudar
After reaching Aaskudar, take a leisurely walk with the guide to learn more about this iconic city
Relax and enjoy refreshments at a local cafe
After the refreshments, take a metro to the Eminonu Port where the tour concludes
What It Includes:
The tour is 3 hours and 30 minutes long
Tourists are led by a local tour guide
Travellers get to taste food samples available from various food stalls in the market
A one-way ferry ride to Ãœskudar is included in this tour
Beverages like an exquisite Turkish tea or a yoghurt drink is offered to all tourists
Turkish delights are given to the tourists for tasting
Travellers Talk:
The tourists found the tour to be interesting and unique
Another tourist said that they got to buy rich spices and local dry fruits
The tourists enjoyed their visit to the bazaar
Is It Right:
This 3.5-hour walking tour of the city's food stalls and markets, is perfect for food lovers
A Culinary Tour where travellers get to taste the local cuisine at taverns and gourmet street shops
It is a tour where travellers can enjoy all types of street food, snacks, desserts and drinks.
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A tour where travellers get to see incredible hidden passages such as the Flower Passage, the Hazzo Poulo, and the Asmalan Mescit
What You'll Do:
First, visit the popular street food area called Beyoglu or Pera and spend an hour and forty minutes there
Next, visit a restaurant with traditional food, decoration, and music
Taste Beyoaglu Chocolate - one of the most famous chocolates in Istanbul, and Baklava (baqlawah) - a rich, sweet pastry made of layers of filo.
What It Includes:
The food tour is about 4 hours long
A professional guide will be provided for this tour
Alcoholic beverages, tea and coffee are included within this trip
A small group is recommended to best enjoy this trip
Travellers Talk:
Some travellers have said that this trip is a fantastic experience. They liked how the guide led them to places and food shops that they would never have tried had they not taken part in this trip
Travellers liked how the tour guide was excellent, attentive and knowledgeable with regard to the Turkish food and the history of the place. They recommended this trip for all who visit Istanbul.
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A great option for those who want to know the complex food culture of Istanbul on a guided street food tour
This is an exotic food tour that allows tourists to try all the fabulous dishes that are famous to the city of Istanbul
The distinctive taste of the two continents, Europe and Asia, are brought forth with this tour.
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The tour includes a visit to about 10 different stops and exciting food tasting sites that one gets to explore
What You'll Do:
The tour begins in the historic areas of Istanbul where the tourists take a relaxed stroll for 2 hours
Then the tourists are taken to a luxurious spice market, Misir Carsisi where they taste delicious Turkish breakfast
An exotic spread of breakfast includes different varieties of cheese, buffalo cream, hazelnut paste, honey, olives, dried beef pastrami, simit, and the traditional flavourful Turkish tea
Tourists cross the glimmering Bosphorous strait by a ferry
Tourists also get a chance to visit Kadikoy Carsisi, Kadikoy Iskelesi to indulge in dolma, tantuni and kokoreAc
What It Includes:
The time taken to cover this tour is 6-7 hours
Tourists taking part in this tour get to taste about 5-6 kinds of non alcoholic beverages
Tourists get to try food from about 10 different shops
A friendly tour guide serves as the host to the trip
The day is filled with a peek into the Turkish culture, history and culinary knowledge
Travellers Talk:
The tourists commented that this tour was one of the best tours they have been a part of
The tourists remarked that the tour was worth every penny
Travellers said that this tour is a great way to experience the Turkish food and culture
Is It Right:
Get a taste for the culture and cuisine of Istanbul by availing this trip
This is a relaxed evening walking tour that takes place in the Beyoaglu district of Istanbul
A tour where travellers get to witness the unexplored side of the city, eat and relax
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In this tour travellers get to taste everything from delicious kebab wraps to islak " burgers, Turkish coffee. Experience traditional fortune-telling session, try out mouth-watering meze along with many other dishes.
What You'll Do:
Begin the tour with a visit to the Cicek Pasaji and taste bits of flavoursome traditional food items like patAcanga boreagi or melted cheese rolls or soslu patlancan salatasan i.e. eggplant salad
Listen to the guide providing interesting insights into the street cuisine available in the city
Visit Taksim Square where you can eat delicious islak " burgers
What It Includes:
The food tour is about 3 hrs and 30 minutes long
A local guide will be leading this food tasting tour
Food samples and Turkish coffee are included in this trip
Travellers Talk:
This trip was a great way to become comfortable with Istanbul right away as said by most travellers
Travellers loved this tour. One traveller was the only one taking part and was provided with 2 guides and another guide who was training for this particular culinary tour
Is It Right:
A great choice for those who want to savor traditional bites on this guided Istanbul food walking tour through the lively Beyoaglu district
A tour where travellers get to taste Turkish coffee and can join a coffee making class.
A fun tour for travellers where they get to learn and practice the various methods of making coffee at a local coffee shop.
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A chance to visit some of the oldest coffee houses of the city
What You'll Do:
Begin the tour with a coffee tasting opportunity at the historical coffee shops of the city
Participate in a Coffee Making Course at a coffee shop where you are given a certificate on completion
Visit Haci Bekir confectioner, who are the experts in traditional sweets such as the Turkish delight
What It Includes:
The food tour is about 3 hours long
A professional guide will lead this coffee tasting tour
This is a small-group tour that is limited to only 15 coffee lovers
Hotel pickup and drop services are included in this trip
Entry fees are included in this trip's package
Trying out the original Turkish coffee is included in this trip as well
Travellers Talk:
Travellers have said that this is a wonderful tour where they got to visit coffee houses that they would never have found by themselves, which is why they have highly recommended this tour to others.
One traveller liked how enthusiastic and informative the guide was. They were the only ones to take part in this tour on that day, so it was more or less like a personalized experience for them
Another group of travellers were absolutely fascinated by the service provided by the guide for this tour
Is It Right:
Great choice for travellers who want to discover traditional techniques for making a perfect cup of Turkish coffee
A trip that allows travellers to discover the well-favoured ways in which Turkish people dine
A chance for travellers to meet the local people, start the evening with simit (a bread roll) and visit the local kanraathane, which is actually a coffee shop
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What You'll Do:
Stop at Istanbul Walks, Kucuk Ayasofya Mah. Sifahamami Sok. No:1 Kat:1 Sultanahmet.
Enjoy live music
Visit all the food hotspots which many tourists don't know about
Enjoy traditional food with coffee at simit bakery accompanied by some nice music
Taste rich and flavoursome tea/coffee/kebabs/traditional starters/simit, etc. on this tour
Travellers will be led by a local guide, who will help them enjoy everything and end the trip with a cup of lovely Turkish coffee
Visit the Taksim Square, along with other spots such as:
- Istiklal Street
- Beyoglu District
- Local Live Music
- Ocakbaagan (Charcoal Grill) Restaurant
- Meyhane (Local Pub)
What It Includes:
This is a one-hour tour and includes a local guide, turkish delights, two glasses of Raki i.e. Turkish coffee or tea , dinner,as well as hotel pick up and drop off services
There are a lot of local food and titbits included in this tour package
Travellers Talk:
A group of travellers were extremely delighted to visit Istiklal street and the Taksim Area
Another group of travellers found the local tour guide to be very informative
Travellers liked that they got to learn a lot about the local food and culture
Is It Right:
A great opportunity for tourists where they can eat and explore like a local
A tour that allows travellers to cross the stunning Bosphurus Bridge, explore the DolmabahAce Palace, travel to the Camalica hill on the Asian side and then come back to European side
In this tour, travellers are also guided on a waterside tour at the DolmabahAce palace, which was last built by the Ottaman Empire
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What You'll Do:
Visit the DolmabahAce palace for 1 hour and 15 minutes and enjoy the extravagant halls and chambers as the guide shares the stories of the last sultans.
Afterwards, visit the resplendent valley of Camlica hills which is the highest point of Istanbul
Get stunned by the chandeliers, marble silk and see the various highlights of the tour such as the grandiose Medhal hall, Crystal staircase and also learn about Mustafa Ataturk, Turkey's first president.
Travellers are dropped off at their respective hotels after the tour is over
What It Includes:
A 5-hour long tour which includes hotel pick up and drop off services
A professional guide will be provided for this tour
Charges to enter the DolmabahÃce Palace are included in this tour.
An air-conditioned vehicle will also be provided for the travellers
Travellers Talk:
A small group of three tourists were very happy as they were able to get a personalised information from the guide
As The Camlica hills offer a great view of both the European side and Asian side of Istanbul and the DolmabahAce Palace, many tourists recommended this tour to their friends
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Want to go beyond Istanbul's top attractions and discover more of the city from a multifaceted half-day sightseeing tour? Well, this is the right option for you.
A tour where the travellers, with the help of a guide, will get to explore the Christian sanctuaries built by the Byzantine Empire and see the glittering mosaics and frescoes of Chora church
This is a trip where travellers get to see many interesting venues like the St Polyeuktos Church, which is one of the most significant places of worship, and also the Pammakaristos Church, which is now converted into a fethiye mosque
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What You'll Do:
Stopover at Sarachane district on the European side
Chora Church is the next stop, and is famous for its beautiful mosaic artwork. Travellers also get to stroll around the gorgeous Tekfur Palace
Learn about Istanbul when it was known as Constantinople.
Explore the ancient Churches, the faAcade, the arches and the royal courtyards as the guide recounts how the palace once boasted vast gardens, dungeons and houses. Finally, finish the tour with a hotel drop-off.
What It Includes:
This is an 8-hour tour and includes pick up and drop off services by an AC Mini Van, guide charges and entry fees to the Chora church
Lunch is also included in this tour.
Travellers Talk:
A traveller recommended this tour as it offers a unique experience to all tourists
Another traveller found the guide to be quite knowledgeable and was very happy with the tour as the guide made it very interesting.
Some travellers have even commented that best part of this tour were the wonderful restaurants in Faith District
Is It Right:
A perfect trip for tourists where they get to explore important religious buildings from the era of Constantinople
A chance to see the magnificent Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque on a 3.5-hour small-group guided walking tour of Istanbul's best monuments.
Delve into the complex culture of Istanbul as you discover its famous monuments and its intertwined history.
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A trip where the travellers will not only see the beauty of the Hagia Sophia Museum and the Blue Mosque, but they will also explore the Hippodrome of Constantinople and the German Fountain.
What You'll Do:
After meeting the guide beside the Hagia Sophia Museum the tourists will begin their 3.5-hour small-group walking tour by stepping into the architectural masterpiece.
Tourists will get to admire the intricate details of Christian mosaics and relics as they gaze at the impressive columns and dome structure, begging to be captured in a photo
Hotel pick up is available for this trip.
The tour commences at 9:00 am
Learn about Turkey's close ties with Germany as you visit the German Fountain
Stroll through the splendid Blue Mosque and hear tales of the extravagant Sultan who commissioned for it to be built
Get to see the water gush from this Neo-Renaissance fountain, and hear how Germany's General Emperor, Wilhelm presented this gift to Turkey to symbolize the two country's longstanding solidarity.
Tourists will get to explore the famous Blue Mosque which was commissioned in the early 1600s by the 19-year-old Sultan Ahmet to challenge the brilliance of the Hagia Sophia. While travelling with the guide, travellers will enjoy the grandeur of the enormous dome that fills Istanbul's postcard-worthy skyline.
What It Includes:
A professional guide will be provided for the travellers
Hotel pickup and drop off facilities are available on this trip
Travellers Talk:
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Is It Right:
Yes! It is a great tour for those who likes architecture, historical stories and facts.
Gaze on the remains of city walls that date back more than 3,000 years, and learn about landmark ruins and monuments, such as the Temple of Athena, Megaron House, and trench of Schliemann. Explore the death of Achilles near the Scaean Gate, and discover the site where the Trojan Horse was probably taken at the Gate of Troy VI.
This is a Private Food Tour where travellers get to taste a lavish spread of the local cuisine
A trip where travellers get to explore the upcoming food hotspots as well as the traditional eateries
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Travellers can savour the Turkish cheese platter with lip-smakcking pickles
What You'll Do:
First visit the Bo Sahne Kultur Merkezi and enjoy the local delicacies here
Then stop by at the Sadri Alisik Kultur Merkezi, and taste some mouth-watering pickles and fresh juices
Then relish the Katip Mustafa Celebi Mahallesi Muhtarligi and enjoy the special Turkish pizza called Pide
What It Includes:
The food tour is about 4 hours long
A local guide will be leading this food tour
During this tour, the travellers can taste 7 kinds of foods and 3 kinds of alcoholic as well as non-alcoholic beverages
Local food and drinks are included in this trip
Travellers Talk:
Most of the travellers thoroughly enjoyed this foodies " special tour with their guide and recommended all tourists to take part in this trip atleast once. From start to finish, they loved the choice of local destinations they visited and got to try the excellent dishes.
Travellers got to taste a variety of food items in different neighbourhoods around the city giving them a "taste" of the Turkish culture
Is It Right:
A perfect chance to taste 10 of Istanbul's top culinary treats on this half-day private food tour