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Worth your time in Istanbul.
The 9 wine 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.
Luxury Bosphorus sunset cruise with an English guide, palaces and bridges on both shores, plus wine, snacks, and great photo light.
Most Popular“Guide was knowledgeable and friendly, tour included all sites of interest on Bosphorus. Wine and snacks were nice.”
A small-group Bosphorus yacht tour from Karaköy with unlimited wine, snacks, and real Istanbul stories, timed for great views.
“The yacht was beautiful and we really enjoyed our guide, Simon, and the history and personal stories of Istanbul that he shared with us.”
Private 2-hour Bosphorus yacht cruise in Istanbul with music, snacks, and skyline views of Ortaköy, Beşiktaş, Üsküdar, and palaces.
“Nice boat and some food But was super cold and the boat is not properly maintained. Would not recommend again”
Private 3-stop Istanbul wine tasting with Andrea, Turkish wine history, and Galata sights, ending near Şişhane Metro.
“Great tour that will introduce to Turkish wines. During the tour we visited three centrally located wine bars and tasted a wide array of Turkish wines…red, white, rose and even orange wine. Andrea, our host, was very knowledgeable about Turkish wines and should great enthusiasm about wine culture in Turkey. Highly recommend!”
A 2-hour Bosphorus sunset cruise with wine and snacks, plus live English commentary on Istanbul landmarks from Europe to Asia.
“We did the cruise as a couple and we had an amazing time. Our guide Mert was a very nice guy and he gave us detailed information about the sites we went by. With a group of ten on a fancy boat we had plenty of time to also meet each other, talk about our…”
Kadıköy evening street food and Turkish wine pairing with Moda sunset, street art walks, and market tastings in 4 hours.
“Food and wine is a great way to learn more about the history and culture of a city. Our guide, Aysenur, was very knowledgeable about the rich history of Istanbul and the wonderful wines produced throughout Türkiye. All complimented by the delicious local foods, this tour is a must if you are interested in experiencing…”
Full-day Kirklareli wine tour from Istanbul with three boutique wineries, guided tastings, and Strandja Mountains views.
“This was a long but really enjoyable day. Be warned that the countryside of Thrace does not look particularly inviting on a cold and overcast February day what countryside does?. But we visited 3 excellent and very welcoming wineries and enjoRead more”
A small-group Istanbul art workshop at a local’s home with Turkish fabric techniques, abstract painting, and tea, snacks, and two glasses of wine.
“I had an amazing time at the painting workshop. Ecem is a warm host who makes you feel right at home. The session was not only about painting but also experiencing Istanbul like a local, with great tips on what locals do for fun in the city!"”
Private Bosphorus sunset cruise on a yacht with wine, passing Dolmabahçe and Beylerbeyi palaces plus Galata Tower in Istanbul.
“Ozden was amazing! We had a wonderful cruise on the Water. The boat was amazing - very large for big groups”
From the domes of the old city to the Bosphorus, the bazaars and the table, every way to spend a day across two continents.
