Private Tour
1-Day Private Istanbul Layover Tour
Overview
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If you have a long layover in Istanbul, take advantage of the time with one of these tour options and see some of the sights of this historic city. The 6-hour tours can be customized to your interests or the guide will take you to see the top attractions.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Blue Mosque
The Sultan Ahmed Mosque, one of the most revered masterpieces of the Islamic world, is famous with its blue ceramic tiles and six minarets.
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
The Church of Holy Wisdom, undoubtedly one of the greatest architectural creations in the world, was used as a mosque during Ottomans and now serves as a museum.
What‘s Included
Private Airport Pick-up Service
Local Taxes
Private Airport Drop-off Service
Private Local Licensed Tour Guide
Hagia Sophia
Basilica Cistern
Pickup points
Istanbul Airport
TayakadIn, Terminal Street No. 1 Istanbul Turkiye
Options
1-Day Private Istanbul Layover Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great, flexible tour
Ken B,Jan 8, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an 8 hour layover in Istanbul and this was the perfect way to spend the time. The pick-up at the airport was right on time, and in a very comfortable, clean, customized van with reclining captain chairs and a table. Pretty much just slept during the 1 hour drive into the city. Tour guide called as we got into the van to make sure everything was ok. When we met in the city he asked us what we were most interested in and then got us under way. Was very flexible and found us a place to grab a quick snack as we hadn’t had breakfast yet. Showed us around the Hippodrome, then took us past the Blue Mosque (couldn’t go in due to renovation works), then actually into the Sophia, and down into the Basilica Cistern. As we were getting a bit hungry he took us to the “Pudding Shop” for a great local lunch. Finished the Tour off wandering through the Grand Bazaar. All along the way our guide provided interesting information about what we were seeing and answered any questions we had. Trip back to the airport was in the same vehicle and got us back in plenty of time to catch our flight. No hesitation to recommend this tour! Great job.
Istanbul in 4.5 hours
Steve K,Oct 21, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a really good time with our guide Ozlem during our layover in Istanbul. Ozlem was very knowledgeable and flexible about what we wanted to do during our limited time. We definitely recommend to others.
Perfect service and great time
VioletD235,Dec 3, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very grateful to Daily Istanbul tours for the enjoyable time i spent in Istanbul city sightseeing, instead of waiting in the airport for the flight. The service provided was perfect from the beginning of the tour to the end. They picked me up fast, drove in a very comfortable car to the old town where i met the guide and was taken back to the airport on time. I had a great time with my guide, Ozlem, she made my day perfect.
Amazing and Super Easy
sadom2018,Sep 15, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hey Everyone! Our tour guide, Ozlem, was just perfect. It was complete ease to find our ride from the airport to meeting our guide in the city. We are all the way from Miami and had about a 9 hour layover. We had our tour arranged from about 5 pm to 9 pm. It takes only 30 minutes to get by to IST at night, so if you have time, please use it!
Excellent way to see city!
bluebell98,Aug 31, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We used this company for transfers to/from the airport and for a walking tour of the city. We were traveling with two kids aged 8 and 11 and two adults. Our guide, Oz, was very knowledgeable and made great use of our time. We hit all of the major sites, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Spice Market, Grand Bazaar and a few other spots. Lunch was very good as well. We were very pleased with this company and will use them again in the future if ever in Istanbul.
Fantastic tour of Istanbul !!!
Negin M,Jul 7, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Ozlem was one of the best guides we have ever had and we had all travelled around the world. She was knowledgeable, friendly, and so organized. We visited and learned about some of the most beautiful historic sites in Istanbul. She had all of our tickets ready to facilitate entry without standing in line, gave us an extensive historic perspective, and answered all of our questions. The tour had made two restaurant reservations for us. The tables were located in balconies right next to the balcony overlooking the Hagia Sophia and the Bosporus bridge. It was amazing. Thank you so much!!!!s
6 hour layover tour
Katherine C,Feb 4, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing time on this tour. I was only in Istanbul for a few hours and I was able to cover a lot of ground with my very knowledgeable tour guide. I recommend this to anyone thinking about seeing the sights.
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