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Tours/Istanbul/Private Istanbul Photography Tour

Private Istanbul Photography Tour

5.0(3)Istanbul2h 30min
TRIPADVISOR5.0(3)
Private Istanbul Photography Tour
Private Istanbul Photography Tour
Private Istanbul Photography Tour
Private Istanbul Photography Tour
Private Istanbul Photography Tour
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Private Istanbul Photography Tour
Private Istanbul Photography Tour
Private Istanbul Photography Tour
Private Istanbul Photography Tour
Private Istanbul Photography Tour
Private Istanbul Photography Tour
Private Istanbul Photography Tour
Private Istanbul Photography Tour
Private Istanbul Photography Tour
Private Istanbul Photography Tour

At a glance

Duration
2h 30min
Price from
$590 / person
Location
Istanbul, Türkiye
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 3 reviews
Languages
EN, TR
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
ufuk sarisen
Meeting point
Sultanahmet Square, next to the fountain. It is in the heart of Sultan Ahmet Square. You can get there by metro or taxi. If you are staying in the old town, you can easily walk.

Description

Best of Istanbul Tour from the most experienced vacation photographer. Formal Istanbul Life Magazine Photographer. Both landmarks and hidden places. You will be in safe and best hands during your tour. I am an award winner photographer. In the top 25 List of Fearless Photographers, top 30 in Mywed and Wedding Photojournalist Association. And Best in Turkey according to Mywed, ISPWP, FearlessPhotographers and WPJI.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM, and 6:00 PM
Next available
Fri, Oct 30
Adult (ages 18–85)
$590
Senior (ages 86+)
$590
Youth (ages 13–17)
$590
Child (ages 4–12)
$300
Infant (ages 1–3)
Free

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 29.

Tour Options

Private Istanbul Photography Tour

Itinerary

Sultanahmet Square
15 min

We will start shooting In Sultanahmet Square Fountain. It is in the middle of Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. So we will use these two landmarks as our main backdrops. The biggest church of Eastern Ortadox and biggest mosque of Ottoman.

Hurrem Sultan HamamI
10 min

Hürrem Sultan Hamam's walls will be another spot.

TopkapI Palace
10 min

Then we will walk to Topkapi Palace entrance and visit the Imperial Gate and Hagia Sophia walls.

Column of Constantine
10 min

Column of Constantine will be another important landmark that we will visit. It is a Roman monumental column built for Roman emperor Constantine the Great to commemorate the dedication of Constantinople. Built in 328 and it is the oldest Constantinian monument in Istanbul and stood in the centre of the Forum of Constantine. The first shooting in the cistern will be underground and I will use artifical light. It will be off camera lighting and looks natural. The second one will be open air shooting with natural light.

Fountain of Ahmet III
10 min

Fountain of Ahmed III the symbol of  the Tulip period of the 1700s. We will see history from the 6th till 18th century.

Galata Koprusu
30 min

The Galata Bridge is a bridge that spans the Golden Horn in Istanbul. First, we will take a photo shoot with anglers and sea view on this two-storey bridge. Then we will use the lower floor. Both sides of the lower floor have the best views of the city. From here we will be able to watch the magnificent Süleymaniye Mosque. There will be an open-air photo shoot in the entire Eminönü area.

Eminonu Pier
10 min

We will see the classic boats used in public transportation, one of the symbols of Istanbul. Traditional fish boats will also be our next backdrop.

Eminonu Square
15 min

Our last spot will be seafront at Eminönü. Now we will use the living city as our backgrounds.  There is a wonderful view of Istanbul right next to the ferry pier. Seagulls flying in the background, ships in motion, Golden Horn, Marmara sea, Karaköy, Galata Tower and Galata Bridge will form our background.

What's included

Included
50 edited images within 10 days
Turkish coffee or tea

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0
3 reviews
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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Private Istanbul Photography Tour take?

Private Istanbul Photography Tour lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 8 stops.

How much does Private Istanbul Photography Tour cost?

Prices start at $590 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.

What days does Private Istanbul Photography Tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM, and 6:00 PM.

How much does Private Istanbul Photography Tour cost for children?

Children aged 4–12 pay from $300, adults from $590. Infants go free.

Can I cancel Private Istanbul Photography Tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Sultanahmet Square, next to the fountain. It is in the heart of Sultan Ahmet Square. You can get there by metro or taxi. If you are staying in the old town, you can easily walk. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Private Istanbul Photography Tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN, TR.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Reviews(3)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

$590/ person
5.0(3)
Duration2h 30min
LanguagesEN, TR
ConfirmationInstant
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Booked and paid on Viator.com
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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