Prices checked on Sep 12, 2026Things to do in Istanbul
Istanbul is a city of chaos and paradoxes that somehow manages to exude an allure that every visitor cannot help being affected by. The beautiful Bosphorus, the remnants of empires and different cultures at every turn, the amazing food, and the youthful vigor of its younger population all make Istanbul wonderfully dynamic.
Skip the typical tourist trails and embrace a more laid-back, visual journey through Istanbul. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel, and the day begins with a scenic visit to the iconic Galata Tower—seen from the outside—followed by a stroll through the charming cafes and photogenic corners of the surrounding neighborhood. Next, walk across the famous Galata Bridge, where you’ll capture unforgettable shots of Istanbul’s skyline, perfectly blending the silhouettes of Europe and Asia. Hop on the nostalgic tram and head to Balat, one of Istanbul’s most vibrant districts.Here, you’ll wander past colorful Ottoman-era houses, quirky art corners, and the famous Umbrella Street. Then, ride the tram to the heart of the Old City.Capture the majestic Hagia Sophia from outside, and admire the graceful Blue Mosque nearby. Finally, your journey ends at the Grand Bazaar—one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world.Lose yourself among thousands of shops.
We pick up from any hotel in İstanbul.
Charming Istanbul – Private Tour lasts about 8–12 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $450 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. We pick up from any hotel in İstanbul. Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyEJmvWz0W+sKXSs4qrDPr4E=, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyJIiO3JEyG9IlINX8BERw7w=.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Great tour guides, very knowledgeable and interesting tour, very organised and perfect for a trip for a solo traveller. The lunch could have been better but overall a very enjoyable trip, I'd book with Top Turkey Tours again!
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I attended this tour with Top Turkey Tours. We booked our flights first and was looking through ways we can book some private tours. This stood out amongst many companies it there on the google search and we couldn’t have made a better choice. From choosing the your paying for it to getting picked up and doing the tour and all other services it was great. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable. I do have to say the best bit was although not related to the tour, when I asked for a good traditional Turkish KÖFTE restaurant the local tour guide advised me of a great place and I enjoyed the KÖFTE 😉 I would strongly recommend this tour if you are visiting Istanbul and if you are particularly interested in the history. I would also strongly recommend that you use TOP TURKEY TOURS for this. You WILL NOT regret it. Thank you TTT 👍🏼😃👊 🇹🇷
Hello Dear Serhat Thank you for your comment. It was pleasure for us!
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charming Istanbul – Private Tour | 8–12 hours | 4.5 (2) | $450 | |
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