Private Tour
Istanbul Highlights Private Tour with skip line ticket options
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Explore Istanbul’s iconic Old City, Sultanahmet—named after the famous Blue Mosque—on this walking tour. Visit four of the area’s top monuments, all located within 4–8 minutes’ walk of each other. Discover unique history and architecture up close, with no need for car transfers as all sights are easily accessible on foot. A perfect way to experience the heart of Istanbul!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Blue Mosque
interior visit of the Blue Mosque
Grand Bazaar
visit the famous grand bazaar the biggest shopping mall of the europe
What‘s Included
Professional tour guide
Drop off to the hotels -cruise port city center locations
Pick up city center hotels and cruise port
Drinks
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Lunch
Gratuities
Entrance fee of Hagia Sophia Museum per person 30 us dollar
Entrance fee of Topkapi Palace
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Walking tour pickup included
Private old city walking tour: Pick up from the hotels in center, cruise port, are included, please contact with the supplier to confirm your location
Duration: 6 hours: This is walking tour of old city and museums time depends on your interest, usually it is around 6 to 8 hours
Walking tour : We do pick up all from the hotels- airbnb, flats in city center or cruise port , there is no drop off service
Pickup included
Reviews
673 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Would definitely book again!
Bejan S,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Booking was very easy. Our guide was flexible and adapted to our wishes for the tour. He had a deep knowledge of the historical places and went into detail on all our questions.
Old town tour
Salem T,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had the most extra ordinary time with our guide. Personalised, in depth and enjoyable tour of the old town. I would recommend highly
We loved this private tour with Eylem
Sharon T,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our private walking tour in Istanbul in June, 2025, with Eylem was hands down one of the highlights of our trip! From the moment she met us right outside the cruise port, we knew we were in great hands. She was warm, organized, and immediately made us feel like we were exploring the city with a close friend rather than just a guide. Eylem thoughtfully planned the perfect route, taking us to the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia Mosque, the Underground Basilica Cistern, the Grand Bazaar, and several other incredible sites — all in an order that helped us avoid the biggest crowds. That alone made such a difference in our experience. Pro tip: make sure to bring a cover-up to enter the mosques — Eylem helped guide us through the etiquette and made everything seamless. What really stood out was how she brought Istanbul’s rich history to life. As we explored, she wove together stories of the Byzantine, Roman, and Ottoman Empires in a way that was engaging, easy to follow, and fascinating. We didn’t just see the sights — we understood them. She also expertly navigated the city using a combination of walking and the metro, which let us cover more ground comfortably and efficiently. Along the way, she treated us to food and water from local street vendors (such a thoughtful touch!) and later took us to a wonderful restaurant with a huge selection of absolutely delicious food (at our own expense). It felt like we were getting the true local experience. Eylem was happy to take photos and videos and knew all the good angles for getting great pics and memories. By the end of the day, Eylem didn’t feel like just our tour guide — she felt like a sister from another mister. Her kindness, knowledge, and genuine care made our day in Istanbul unforgettable. If you’re visiting and want an experience that’s insightful, smooth, and full of heart, book with Eylem. You won’t regret it!
Great tour!
Rob B,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Cristal was fun and fantastic! Very informative, and a lot of fun too! Learned a lot. She was super accommodating and a great city guide!
Our Day in Istanbul
Leon B,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful time seeing the old City of Istanbul. Our guide Belgin (Bella) was very nice and knowledgeable and did just a wonderful job.
Tour guide was very...
Jack O,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tour guide was very knowledgeable and provided lots of meaningful history about the sites that we visited.
Very professional, the...
David P,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very professional, the guide Billur was very kind and knowledgeable. They offered a great service, punctual and very complete.
Wonderful experience
Karen a,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Peri was a fantastic tour guide! She was very informative, communication was excellent and she was very pleasant. The logistics were flawless. We had a great time.
We had an excellent...
Tay E,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an excellent walking tour with Belgin. She was able to change our tour to include the Basilica cistern instead of the grand bazaar. Very informative about the history of each place we visited. I highly recommend this tour and our guide.
I originally signed up...
Mallory H,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00I originally signed up and read there was an established agenda but instead was told it was based on preference. Not a big deal as I mentioned all the sights I thought I was seeing and we did those. Recommend inquiring before going so that time can reflect desired agenda. Besides that. Our tour guy OJ was very friendly and knowledgeable. Not exactly structured but she had a plan and it worked out ok. I would recommend.
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