Private Tour
Full-Day Private Highlights of Istanbul Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
7 hours 15 minutes
Mobile ticket
Istanbul is one of the oldest cities in the world and has been the cradle of civilizations for millenniums. It didn’t only connect continents but also diverse cultures and traditions. This ancient city offers you more than you can expect. You are going to be fascinated with profound history, legends, myths, and untold stories, stories that connect the past with the present… To learn more about history, cultures, traditions and to discover hidden gems join our tour. Be like a local…
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays.
Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque are closed on Fridays during the prayer.
Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays.
This is a walking tour, you will not need a vehicle during the tour. If you'd like to have a pick-up and/or drop-off service by our private van, please choose the option.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
Hagia Sophia, which means "holy wisdom", is the most important highlight of old Istanbul. This amazing work of great Roman architecture and engineering was a revolution in architecture. Here, you are going to learn the breathtaking history of Hagia Sophia which is accepted as one of the seven wonders of the middle ages.
Blue Mosque
Blue Mosque is one of the most beautiful works of the Ottoman era in terms of aesthetic beauty and architecture. Here you will discover famous blue tiles and learn about İslam and Islamic art and listen to the most interesting stories about Blue Mosque from your local guide.
What‘s Included
Tea/coffee
Baklava tasting
Lunch
Private transportation
Topkapi Palace entrance fee (320.-Turkish Lira, with Harem 420.-Turkish Lira)
Options
With Pickup
Tour with Private Pick-up/Drop: Get picked up and dropped off via our private van in the beginning and in the end of your tour. This includes 2-way transfer.
Without Pickup
Reviews
15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
2 days in Istanbul with the best guides
engelange,,Nov 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful 2 day tour with Apo and Ipek. They were very professional, guiding us in the city, explaining the history with passion and bringing us to good restaurants! They both adapted the tour to our requests and made sure to feed us with all relevant information. I can definitely recommend them!
A remarkable tour with Abdullah
309sercang,,Aug 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Abdullah is the guide who explained all the hidden gems with full of secrets of the beautiful city Istanbul. We were a group comes from Vienna, Austria to see the historical and modern landmarks of Istanbul. Abdullah is an excellent guide he showed us everything, a perfect experience!
Exceptional Istanbul with an exceptional guidebook.This was a guidebook 100% to our taste
Karolina K,,Aug 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mega travel guide, Highly qualified guide, Super entertaining, exceptional.Also a very sympathetic guide
Apo is a legend - best tour guide experience of my life
Simon W,,Jul 26, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had SUCH a great time with Apo! He was great fun, tailored the tour to my preferences, and had a wicked sense of humour. We actually became good friends and he even invited me out for a dinner with his friends to a local restaurant with live music, this was the highlight of my trip. Thanks for everything Apo!
Turkey: An Incredible Experience!
484reginaj,,Jul 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was my first time in Turkey and it will certainly not be the last. Every delightful corner of Istanbul was stunning. But I have to say its beauty became even more solidified when I met Apo our tour guide. He is incredibly knowledgeable with more than ten years in the industry. I was in awe of the historical narrative he would tell. He made learning fun, easy and exciting which is rare. I enjoyed Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, Bosphorus cruise, walking aimlessly through the streets, the cable car and so much more! I encourage you to choose Apo as your tour guide for your Istanbul exploration. He works so well with others, charismatic and has amazing taste in food selections! Every place he picked out was a culinary sensation. I cannot wait to go back and experience Turkey more and I hope you do too! 10 stars for Apo!
Amazing Tour
Maps826860,,Jul 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A group of us toured with Apo when we arrived in Istanbul. I didn’t know what to expect as we had never done a city tour on holidays before. Apo customized our tour to meet our needs and also helped arrange a hammam for us and a visit to a carpet atelier. He has a way of instantly connecting with you and it’s apparent as you walk around the city that most people he encounters feel the same connection. Istanbul was a more magical place with Apo. Definitely recommend!
An Unforgettable Day
bethmG855QY,,Jul 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My 22yo daughter and I did a private full day tour of the old town with Apo on our first day in Istanbul in June 2024. A friend had recommended him, as I was looking for someone knowledgeable about Turkish history who would also make the day interesting for my daughter. Apo certainly knew his history. He was engaging, easy going and wove the history of this incredible place in an interesting and informative way. He took us to a fabulous roof-top restaurant for lunch, ensuring our dietary requirements were met, and recommended places to visit that we had not considered. I look forward to meeting him again and would highly recommend his tours
Extraordinary person, made us spend an incredible day walking through Istanbul, knowing the most important thing.
Martha V,,Jul 16, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We have recommended it to family and friends and everyone has been very happy with Abdulah. He is a great Guide. He knows very well the history of Istanbul and makes you have a very pleasant day.
Perfect day with a perfect guide !
guidenur,,Jun 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had lucky to have Apo with us during our city tour in Istanbul. It was a real fun and We really enjoyed our day walking around the city along with his great knowledge and many stories he was telling. He is also expert for local food and drink. Highly recommend him. Thank you Apo !
Great experience
Excursion607969,,Apr 14, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour was great , well planned out and personalized. We got to try new foods , see some history and even got to stop to do some shopping. I learned some great facts about turkey culture all while having fun. Please book for all your tour guide needs!
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