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15 Best Private Tours In Istanbul

Worth your time in Istanbul.

The 15 private tours travellers book most in Istanbul, from the headline sights to the quieter finds. What each one costs, how long it runs, and whether it earns a slot on a short trip.

15 Best Private Tours In Istanbul

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table - The yacht: your floating front-row seat
Bosphorus Dinner Cruises, Cruises & Boat Tours, Dining Experiences, Dinner Experiences, Istanbul, Private, Show, Tour Reviews

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

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1.Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

3-hour Bosphorus mega-yacht dinner with a private table, live Turkish music and dance shows, and Istanbul views from Dolmabahçe to Maiden’s Tower.

Most Popular★ 4.8

“We had the pleasure of joining a yacht excursion along the Bosphorus, and it was truly a remarkable experience. The breathtaking views of Istanbul from the water were perfectly complemented by the high-quality service onboard. The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and exceeded our expectations. The entertainment was tasteful and added a delightful atmosphere to…”

44,561 reviewsFrom $34by HGR CRUISE TRAVEL AGENCY (MEGA LÜFER YACHTS)

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Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour - Day 2 on the water: Bosphorus ferry + Dolmabahce Palace
3-Day Experiences, Guided, Istanbul, Istanbul City Highlights & Private Tours, Private, Tour Reviews, Tours

Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour

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2.Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour

Private Istanbul tour with hotel pickup and a guide who brings Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi, markets, and more to life.

★ 5.0

“Tarek who was my guide on my solo tour was absolutely amazing so professional full of so much wisdom knowledge history has communication was unbelievable. I learned so much about a culture a country a place that intrigued me. I had many many questions answered and I felt so enriched with the knowledge that was…”

8,922 reviews7 to 21 hours (approx.)From $100.00by Guided Istanbul Tours

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Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Massage, and Spa in Old City - Finding Beethoven Senfoni Hotel and Getting to Spa Floor -2
City Tours, Istanbul, Massage, Massage & Relaxation, Private, Spa & Hot Springs, Tour Reviews, Turkish Bath & Hammam

Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Massage, and Spa in Old City

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Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Show and Private Table - The Show Program: Dervishes, folk dances, belly, Latin–Flamenco, and DJ energy
Bosphorus Dinner Cruises, Cruises & Boat Tours, Dining Experiences, Dinner Experiences, Istanbul, Private, Show, Tour Reviews

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Show and Private Table

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4.Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Show and Private Table

Istanbul Bosphorus dinner cruise with Turkish dinner, Europe-to-Asia night views, and live dance shows on Mega Lüfer. Pickup optional.

★ 4.5

“This was truly enjoyable. The food was delicious and the entertainment was superb. Don’t miss this. A great value. And the convenience of being picked up and dropped off was a definite bonus!!”

2,021 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $30.00by Mega Lüfer Yachts | Bosphorus Dinner Cruise İstanbul | Bosphorus Daytime and Sunset Cruise

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Private Transfer from Istanbul Airport to Fatih, Beyoglu and Besiktas - What happens if your flight is delayed (or your flight number is missing)
Airport Transfers, Istanbul, Private, Private Drivers, Tour Reviews

Private Transfer from Istanbul Airport to Fatih, Beyoglu and Besiktas

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5.Private Transfer from Istanbul Airport to Fatih, Beyoglu and Besiktas

Private Istanbul Airport transfer to Fatih, Beyoglu and Besiktas with 24/7 meet-and-greet, AC vehicle, infant seats, and simple mobile pickup.

★ 5.0

“Not good. Paid for return journey. Did not arrive. Waited for company to send another driver. Contacted for information and no help.”

1,793 reviews1 minute to 16 hours 40 minutes (approx.)From $60.00by İstanbul Shuttle Port

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Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, and Massage - What This Istanbul Hamam Package Includes (No Guesswork)
Istanbul, Massage, Massage & Relaxation, Private, Tour Reviews, Turkish Bath & Hammam

Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, and Massage

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Istanbul: Acemoglu Historical Turkish Bath w/Private Options - Choosing public vs semi-private vs private (and what the differences really mean)
Historical Tours, Istanbul, Private, Tour Reviews, Turkish Bath & Hammam

Istanbul: Acemoglu Historical Turkish Bath w/Private Options

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ISTANBUL BEST: Iconic Landmarks Full Day PRIVATE Guided City Tour - Blue Mosque in 30 minutes: fast, photogenic, and free to enter
City Tours, Full-Day, Guided, Istanbul, Istanbul City Highlights & Private Tours, Private, Tour Reviews, Tours

ISTANBUL BEST: Iconic Landmarks Full Day PRIVATE Guided City Tour

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8.ISTANBUL BEST: Iconic Landmarks Full Day PRIVATE Guided City Tour

Private Istanbul highlights tour: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi, Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar, with pickup and a pro guide.

★ 5.0

“We booked this walking tour through viator and were gifted an incredible tour guide Zel. This was one of the best walking tours we’ve ever done and we’re so appreciative to have such a kind and knowledgable tour guide. Highly recommend doing this tour towards the beginning of your stay in Istanbul as you see…”

1,032 reviews6 to 8 hours (approx.)From $80.00by Istanbultourmatt

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Istanbul Private Transfer - IST Airport, Cruise Ports and Hotels - The Ride: Private, Air-Conditioned, and Timed to Your Flight
Airport Transfers, Cruises & Boat Tours, Istanbul, Private, Private Drivers, Tour Reviews

Istanbul Private Transfer – IST Airport, Cruise Ports and Hotels

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9.Istanbul Private Transfer – IST Airport, Cruise Ports and Hotels

Pre-book a private Istanbul Airport transfer with an English-speaking driver, flight-tracking, and timed pickup to city hotels or cruise ports.

★ 5.0

“Deniz from SAW travel provided detailed pictures and video of the pickup location, which made it easier to find the greeter. It does take some time to get to the vehicle/driver. The overall experience was flawless. The driver was very courteous.”

943 reviews30 minutes to 1 hour (approx.)From $53.21by İstanbul Vip Transfer

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Istanbul: Dinner Cruise and Entertainment with Private Table - Getting On Board: Pickup, Your Private Table, and Ship-Finding Tips
Bosphorus Dinner Cruises, Cruises & Boat Tours, Dining Experiences, Dinner Experiences, Istanbul, Private, Tour Reviews

Istanbul: Dinner Cruise and Entertainment with Private Table

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Bosphorus Evening Cruise: Dinner, Live Shows & Private Table - Your Night Menu: Starters, Main Course Choices, Dessert, and Drinks
Bosphorus Dinner Cruises, Cruises & Boat Tours, Dining Experiences, Dinner Experiences, Evening Experiences, Istanbul, Private, Tour Reviews

Bosphorus Evening Cruise: Dinner, Live Shows & Private Table

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Istanbul Highlights Private Tour: Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-Off - Grand Bazaar: One Hour to Shop Like You Have a Plan
Istanbul, Istanbul City Highlights & Private Tours, Private, Tour Reviews, Tours

Istanbul Highlights Private Tour: Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-Off

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12.Istanbul Highlights Private Tour: Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-Off

Istanbul Highlights private tour with hotel pickup, Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, Grand Bazaar, Hippodrome and Topkapi or Cistern in English.

★ 5.0

“Walking tour of Istanbul highlights is a must do. We had a great tour guide and very knowledgeable too. Paris was very helpful and we covered all the strategic sights. Would have preferred if we were dropped off to our hotel as my spouse was not comfortable on us returning on our own.”

672 reviews4 to 7 hours (approx.)From $90.29by ENJOY LUXURY TRAVEL

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Night Dinner Cruise with Private Table - Price and value: is $47 really fair for 3.5 hours?
Bosphorus Dinner Cruises, Cruises & Boat Tours, Dining Experiences, Dinner Experiences, Evening Experiences, Istanbul, Private, Tour Reviews

Istanbul: Bosphorus Night Dinner Cruise with Private Table

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Skip-the-Line Istanbul: Private Tour from Cruise Ship & Hotel - Price and what you’re paying for (and what can cost extra)
Cruises & Boat Tours, Istanbul, Istanbul City Highlights & Private Tours, Private, Skip the Line, Tour Reviews, Tours

Skip-the-Line Istanbul: Private Tour from Cruise Ship & Hotel

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14.Skip-the-Line Istanbul: Private Tour from Cruise Ship & Hotel

Private Istanbul highlights tour with pickup and a guide. Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Hippodrome, and Grand Bazaar in 6 hours.

★ 5.0

“This was an incredible experience to see so much of historical Istanbul with the help of a knowledgeable guide. Hazal, our guide, was terrific and helped us navigate the crowded sites and recommend a great spot for lunch. A private tour is the best way to see the important sites in Istanbul with such time…”

536 reviews6 hours (approx.)From $280.00by Daily Istanbul Tours

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Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Massage, and Pool in Taksim - Getting there: Grand Hotel de Pera spa floor meeting point
Istanbul, Massage, Massage & Relaxation, Private, Tour Reviews, Turkish Bath & Hammam

Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Massage, and Pool in Taksim

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15.Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Massage, and Pool in Taksim

Private Turkish bath in Taksim with foaming scrub, optional massage and pool, skip-the-line entry, English support, from $53.

★ 4.8

“The service was impeccable. The spa area was quite clean as well. I recommend based on that alone! My only constructive feedback relates to the facilities needing some attention: the shock room (cold water room) and steam room was out of commission and the pool was very loud (something was going on w the jets…”

508 reviews2.5 hoursFrom $53by Royal Line Holidays

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