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Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Istanbul Private Tour

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Istanbul with hidden gems that only a local can show you. Get to know Istanbul on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, from culture, history, and local lifestyle - this tour has it all! Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Istanbul at its best thanks to your local guide’s knowledge and stories. Check out main landmarks like Topkapi, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and uncover city secrets that will show you the city through a different perspective. As they say, the locals know best! Highlights & Hidden Gems of Istanbul: Private City Tour is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.
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Istanbul Lunch Cruise - Extended Bosphorus Cruise up to the Black Sea

Istanbul Lunch Cruise – Extended Bosphorus Cruise up to the Black Sea Enjoy incredible views of Istanbul sailing between two continents on the Bosphorus all the way to the Black Sea as you enjoy delicious two-course lunch onboard a lovely boat. Spend a pleasant afternoon exploring the Bosphorus Strait during this spectacular 4-hour Bosphorus lunch cruise. Take in the iconic sights along the way and stop for a visit in the fishing village of Anadolu Kavagi and discover the old fortress remnants on a hill with breath-taking views of Bosphorus and the Black Sea.
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See Details → Duration :4 to 5 hours
From $164.88
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Photoshoot in Istanbul professional photographer

PLEASE NOTE: - This is a private session - Your photo session may not be with me! I have a team of professional photographers and we will assign you to a different photographer if I am not available. this is between 30 - 45min photoshoot ( one location of below list ) I have written the list of places for photoshoot here And you can book one of them with my reservation and take a photo (please note this reservation is for one place only) 1- Blue mosque 2- Suleymanie Mosque 3- Karakoy umbrella street 4- Galata tower 5- Taksim square 6- Balat 7- Haghia Sophia 8- Ortakoy 9- Rooftop istanbul ( it has entry fee per person) We will meet at the place you choose, I will send you the location after your reservation. - You will receive all unedited images after shooting (night) - And you can choose 10 photos to edit - Selected photos will be sent to you within 2 working days.
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From $219.84
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Shopping in Grand Bazaar

Sharpen up your bargaining skills while exploring Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar on this must-do 3.5-hour walking tour. As one the world’s largest covered markets, the Grand Bazaar is home to thousands of shops and stalls spread over nearly 60 blocks. Find the best places to shop in this mystical maze as your local guide introduces to you its best traders and helps you to bag a few bargains! Numbers are limited to 5 on this small-group tour, ensuring you’ll enjoy personalized attention from your guide.
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See Details → Duration :3 to 4 hours
From $118.37
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Must – See Bosphorus Stops 1 +2 (Europe + Asia)

We strongly advise you our Whirling Dervish Ceremony: Go on a Spiritual Journey Half Day Tour in order to enrich your Istanbul holiday! - Start the day with Spice Bazaar, listen to the miracle of the herbs and taste delicious Turkish delights here. - Crossing from Besiktas to Uskudar by boat and have lunch here in a local restaurant. - In the afternoon, visit the famous mosques of Uskudar district. Start with Semsi Pasha Mosque from 16th century, designed by Ottoman imperial architect Mimar Sinan. - Continue with Yeni Valide Mosque from 18th century. - The last mosque we see here is another masterpiece of Mimar Sinan, Mihrimah Sultan Mosque. - Before crossing back to European side by boat, we visit local Fish Market. - And finally, last stop of the day is Dolmabahce Palace. We will also visit Harem of Dolmabahce Palace.
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From $226.82
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Private Tour: Istanbul in One Day Sightseeing Tour including Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace

Take a hassle-free tour of Istanbul's most famous attractions with your own private guide to lead the way. You'll enjoy personalized attention on your private tour of magical Istanbul and its signature sights: the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace.
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See Details → Duration :8 hours
From $320
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Istanbul Full Day Old City Tour

A full-day tour with all the highlights of the old city of Istanbul. You'll see Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar and more. Explore the historical traces of the two greatest epochs – Byzantine and Ottoman Empire in the heart of Istanbul! The pick-up and drop-off by public transport such as tram, etc... If your hotel is located in the main attraction area, the guide will pick you up by walking from your hotel. Our main attraction visits are close to each other, therefore you will walk between every attraction you will visit. There is no any other vehicle usage except pick-up and drop-off. During the tour you are able to visit some shops such as Carpet showroom, leather, turkish delight, jewelry, etc... Stores to visit: Carpet Showroom Leather Factory
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See Details → Duration :6 to 8 hours
From $130.81
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1 Day Private Guided Highlights of Istanbul Tour

Visit the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia Learn about Ottoman sultans at Topkapi Palace Try out your bargaining skills at the Grand Bazaar Tour the inside of Dolmabahce Palace, home to the last Ottoman sultans Admire the Bosphorus Bridge, which connects Europe and Asia
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From $163.78
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Small Group Tour - Full Day Istanbul City Tour

See top Istanbul attractions around every corner on a full-day tour of the incredible Sultanahmet neighborhood, where Turkey’s Ottoman and Byzantine empires once ruled. Traveling by luxury coach, you’ll stop to visit all the city showstoppers including the UNESCO-listed Hagia Sophia Museum, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and Hagia Irene. Before lunch, discover the roar and dazzle of Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar while hearing tales of sultans, harems and all-things-Istanbul from your friendly expert guide! Please note: Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia will be visited from outside on Friday mornings due to noon prayer. Grand Bazaar on Sundays will be replaced with authentic shops. Topkapı Palace on Tuesdays will be replaced with a tour to Byzantium,
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Turkish Coffee Experience (Cooking, Tasting) Afternoon Tour

***. We strongly advise you our ‘Must See Bosphorus Tours 1 + 2’ in order to enrich your Istanbul holiday. If you buy ‘Must See Bosphorus Tours 1 + 2’ your lunch for Bosphorus tour will be included. More than just a “coffee” if it’s Turkish one. It has a lot in it such as hospitality, friendship, faith, a good company for ages. The serving and drinking of coffee have had a profound effect on betrothal and gender customs, political and social interaction, prayer, and hospitality traditions throughout the centuries!, - Thanks to this tour and a coffee-making class in Istanbul you’ll discover traditional techniques to make a perfect cup of Turkish coffee. - Alongside your professional guide, enjoy learning the craft of coffee production at a shop, plus sit in a delicious coffee at a few local establishments. -Continue your java journey at a spice bazaar, where you will uncover the Ottoman secrets to store coffee and visit several of Istanbul's favorite coffee joints.
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See Details → Duration :3 to 4 hours
From $148.32
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Must - See Istanbul Stops 1: Half Day Morning Tour

How would you like to feel in a time machine with the stops we will visit on this tour? If the answer is yes, let's visit the must-have stops of Istanbul together. -First step, the Blue Mosque where is the most well – known monument built by Sinan Agha the Grand Architect! - Second must – see stop is going to be at Hagia Sophia, which all eyes on her through the ages! During the Hagia Sophia visit, a brief 4th AD Byzantium will be also introduced in front of the ancient Hippodrome of Constantinople. - A walk towards to the German Fountain begins, which has a very crucial role for the Ottoman and European history in the early beginning of 20th century. - The final step, is a very nice walk in the Sultanahmet where has a historical scale from 4th century AD till the 14th century AD. - At the end of the stops, we will have experienced the climax gradually to the present day in the middle of the century and end our tour.
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Istanbul Airport to City Centre Private Transfer or Vice Versa (1-4pax)

• COVID-19 Prepared. • Enjoy your reliable transfer in a luxury vehicle with a professional friendly driver and 24 hours, 7 days a week customer service. We are working for your comfort, so enjoy your ride.
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See Details → Duration :30 to 1 hours
From $63.75
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Istanbul Unveiled: Highlights & Local Gems (Small Group Tour)

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Istanbul with our exclusive small group walking tour. Led by knowledgeable local guides, this immersive experience takes you on a captivating exploration of the city's most iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Roman Hippodrome: Begin your adventure at the ancient Roman Hippodrome, where chariot races once enthralled the masses. Hagia Sophia: Marvel at the breathtaking beauty and historical significance of the Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture. Basilica Cistern: Descend into the mysterious depths of the Basilica Cistern, an underground marvel steeped in history and intrigue. Blue Mosque: Admire the stunning domes and minarets of the Blue Mosque, a symbol of Istanbul's rich cultural heritage. Grand Bazaar: Lose yourself in the vibrant tapestry of sights, sounds, and scents at the world-famous Grand Bazaar, one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world.
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Hagia Sophia Private Tour

Visiting Hagia Sophia without waiting too long in the line with one of the best guide of it. Skip the long ticket line. Best tour of hagia sophia with one of the best and most informative guide of it. Tour takes about an hour.
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Istanbul by Night: Dining Out in a Turkish Way

Discover Istanbul’s culinary delights on a 5-hour evening food tour of the capital. Led by an expert local guide, your tour includes visit to all the food hotspots around the city that many tourists don’t even know about. Check out a traditional ‘simit’ bakery, grill your own kebabs on an open fire in a barbeque restaurant, and visit a ‘meyhane’ (Turkish tapas bar) for meze and live music! Numbers are limited to 6 people on this small-group food tour, ensuring you'll enjoy personalized attention from your guide.
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From $261.72