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9 Best Shore Excursions Tours In Istanbul

Worth your time in Istanbul.

The 9 shore excursions 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.

9 Best Shore Excursions Tours In Istanbul

Istanbul Shore Excursion: Istanbul in One Day Sightseeing Tour - Getting started at Galataport and why timing matters
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Istanbul Shore Excursion: Istanbul in One Day Sightseeing Tour

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1.Istanbul Shore Excursion: Istanbul in One Day Sightseeing Tour

Istanbul in One Day packs Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi and the Grand Bazaar into an 8-hour guided shore excursion.

Most Popular★ 4.0

“This was a great tour. The guide met us at the ship and took us to all the highlights of Istanbul. He was very informative and was attentive to our questions and comfort. Lunch was nice and included. The grand bazaar was crowded and somewhat overwhelming but the items we bought were much cheaper there.…”

273 reviews8 hours (approx.)From $100.00by Neon Tours

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Istanbul Shore Excursion : Best Seller Private Istanbul Tour - Hagia Sophia: don’t miss the headset rule
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Istanbul Shore Excursion : Best Seller Private Istanbul Tour

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Istanbul Shore Excursion by TRAM: Half Day Private Tour from Port - Hagia Sophia Mosque: mosaics, legends, and what to expect on entry
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Istanbul Shore Excursion by TRAM: Half Day Private Tour from Port

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3.Istanbul Shore Excursion by TRAM: Half Day Private Tour from Port

Private Istanbul shore tour from Galataport with Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, Hippodrome, and Grand Bazaar.

★ 5.0

“Duygu was a pleasure as a guide and very knowledgeable. She was on time and efficient and made sure we had a great feel for the city. Walking is clearly the answer in Istanbul and taking the tram. Would definitely recommend her as a guide and the family”

34 reviews4 to 5 hours (approx.)From $110.00by Istanbul Custom Tours

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Istanbul Shore Excursion: Small-Group Bosphorus Cruise and Istanbul Egyptian Bazaar - Bosphorus Cruise Time: Choosing Seats for Views and Sound
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Istanbul Shore Excursion: Small-Group Bosphorus Cruise and Istanbul Egyptian Bazaar

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4.Istanbul Shore Excursion: Small-Group Bosphorus Cruise and Istanbul Egyptian Bazaar

Small-group Bosphorus cruise plus Misir (Egyptian) Spice Bazaar in 3.5 hours, with port pickup and big landmark views.

★ 4.0

“Had nice tour with 2 other couples from another ship. The van was right outside the exit from the ship as it should be. Was glad to have him with us in the Spice Bazaar because we felt safe. Enjoyed the boat ride in the Bosphorous strait. Our guide did a good job”

23 reviews3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $90.00by Neon Tours

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Private Half Day Shore Excursion: Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar From Istanbul - Pickup at 8:30 and why your timing matters
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Private Half Day Shore Excursion: Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar From Istanbul

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5.Private Half Day Shore Excursion: Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar From Istanbul

A private Istanbul shore excursion hitting Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, and the Grand Bazaar with port pickup and expert English guidance.

★ 5.0

“Knowledgeable and friendly guide, knew some shortcuts to minimize time in line where skip the line wasn’t available. Recommended. Only suggestion would be to do the main attractions with lines first and the hippodrome area later as the time spent getting background there made the waits a bit longer at the mosques.”

14 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $372.00by Karavan Travel

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Small Group Istanbul Full-Day Shore Excursion: Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome and Grand Bazaar - Blue Mosque visit: ticket included, and you’ll want the right mindset
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Small Group Istanbul Full-Day Shore Excursion: Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome and Grand Bazaar

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6.Small Group Istanbul Full-Day Shore Excursion: Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome and Grand Bazaar

Small-group Istanbul shore excursion covering Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi, Hippodrome, and Grand Bazaar, with lunch and port pickup.

★ 5.0

“This tour was wonderful. Our tour guide Sedat was great! He explained all about the history. It was wonderful to finally see Hagia Sofia, Blue Mosque and Topkapki Palace. This tour also came with a delicious lunch. I highly recommend this tour!”

7 reviews8 hours (approx.)From $248.00by Karavan Travel

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Istanbul Shore Excursion: 1 or 2-Day Private Guided Tour with Private Van - Day 2: Dolmabahce to the Bosphorus ferry, then Taksim and Istiklal
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Istanbul Shore Excursion: 1 or 2-Day Private Guided Tour with Private Van

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7.Istanbul Shore Excursion: 1 or 2-Day Private Guided Tour with Private Van

Private 1–2 day Istanbul shore excursion from Galataport with a guide and van. Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi, Bosphorus and more.

★ 4.5

“What an amazing day! Fatma was incredible, so kind and informative, this was the best way to see the city! We learned so much and got to try so many different Turkish foods and treats as well. I would highly recommend this tour and would request Fatma as your guide!!!!”

4 reviewsFrom $350.00by Guided Istanbul Tours

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Cruise Shore Excursion - Best of Istanbul - Price and logistics: what $169 buys (and where it might cost extra)
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Cruise Shore Excursion – Best of Istanbul

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8.Cruise Shore Excursion – Best of Istanbul

Best of Istanbul cruise shore tour with pickup, guided Topkapı Palace and Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, lunch.

★ 5.0

“Visits to the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia were enhanced by our knowledgeable guide. In the Grand Bazaar the guide showed the best shopping opportunities.”

4 reviews7 hours (approx.)From $169.00by City of Sultans

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Istanbul Highlight Shore Excursion for Cruise Ship Passengers - Topkapi Palace Exterior: Seeing Power Without the Ticket
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Istanbul Highlight Shore Excursion for Cruise Ship Passengers

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9.Istanbul Highlight Shore Excursion for Cruise Ship Passengers

Cruise-friendly 5-hour Istanbul tour with a licensed guide, port pickup, and stops at Topkapi exterior, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar.

★ 5.0

“We weren't expecting much from Istanbul. My wife and I had originally planned to spend our time there walking and relaxing. But then some friends recommended this tour to us. I was sceptical but booked it. Istanbul turned out to be such a pearl (my wife calls it that). Both mosques beautiful, although we liked…”

3 reviews5 hours (approx.)From $59.26by Vexperio

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