Private Tour
Private Old City Guided Tour
Overview
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This private guided tour aims to give you most important information about history of those beautiful monuments such as Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern and Hippodrome so what actually makes special about these places are the history behind of them and that is where the guide will be giving you all details about history and what happened in back of time until present day.
The professional tour guide will ccompany you which will make things easier and comfortable in most of the touristic places, museums and palaces the tour guides have the priority can skip the lines. The best part is the tour is customizable for so you can add new places you would like to see or remove the places you don’t want to see.
Additional Info
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
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya, Santa Sofia) Built in 6th century by Emperor Justinian. It plays a very important role in Christian and Islamic World. After the Ottoman conquest the bells, altar, and sacrificial vessels were removed, and many mosaics were covered to convert church into a mosque.
Blue Mosque
Blue Mosque: Built in the early 1600s for Sultan Ahmet I of the Ottoman Empire. Blue Mosque is truly a magnificent masterpiece of architecture, with amazingly delicate proportions for a building of such massive scale. Very intresting fact that locals never calls Blue Mosque, we as locals call it Sultan Ahmet Mosque (Camii). There is a lot of intresting information that i would be sharing with you about this beautiful mosque.
What‘s Included
Pickup available from city center hotels or locations, if required.”
Private professional personal tour guide
Skip the long line at museums
Tips are not included
Entrance fee
Pickup points
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Private Old City Guided Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
130 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Istanbul Experience
59darleneb,,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic time. I highly recommend!
Istanbul layover experience
shubhangib2026,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had wonderful 2 days in Istanbul thanks to Aydin n team. Airport pick up n drop off was very easy. The program was flexible n was catered per our needs. No complaints. I would highly recommend Private Istanbul tours n airport transfers.
We had an absolutely fantastic tour in İstanbul with our guide, Aydin
georgecU3003NH,,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an absolutely fantastic tour in İstanbul with our guide, Aydin. He is incredibly knowledgeable and brought the city’s history, culture, and hidden stories to life in such an engaging way. Every question we asked was answered with depth and passion, and his explanations made even complex history easy and fascinating to understand. Beyond his expertise, Aydin is a genuinely kind, friendly, and thoughtful person who made us feel completely comfortable throughout the tour. Thanks to him, our experience in İstanbul was truly unforgettable. Highly recommended to anyone who wants more than just a sightseeing tour!
Highly recommended for anyone visiting Istanbul!
365 smaile,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience! Everything was perfectly organized from the airport transfer to the tour. The vehicle was clean and comfortable, and the driver was very professional and punctual. The guide was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and made the history come alive. Communication was smooth and they were very helpful with all our questions. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Istanbul!
Family guided day trip in old city
jmuggy,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great day with Aydin. Family of four with two teenagers, we were well looked after and Aydin was happy to tailor the day to our needs. We were met at our accommodation and taken around the main sites. Aydin was very knowledgeable and very clear in his explanations.
Great tour
336yasinm,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time with olur English speaking güzide whi was very helpful and know a lot of infirmation about history and telling really intresting stories behind of Topkapı palace
Outstanding Istanbul Tour with Aydin!
Enes G,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Aydin was an exceptional tour guide and truly made our Istanbul experience unforgettable. His deep knowledge and passion for history brought Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Basilica Cistern, and Topkapi Palace to life in a way that was both engaging and easy to understand. He shared fascinating stories, historical details, and cultural insights that made every stop meaningful. Aydin was professional, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable — one of the best guides we’ve ever had. This tour exceeded all expectations, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly, highly recommended — 100%!
Great tour
Matt4365,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing day with our guide, Onur. His service was excellent from start to finish. He is warm, friendly, and incredibly informative. Even with our family, he made everything easy and comfortable, guiding us through Istanbul with care and patience. Onur’s knowledge of the city, history, and culture truly enhanced our experience. We felt well taken care of and enjoyed every moment. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a professional and welcoming tour guide in Istanbul!
An unforgettable experience!
muhyetting2025,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing experience exploring the old city with our tour guide! From start to finish, they were incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and truly passionate about the history and culture of the area. Every stop was brought to life with fascinating stories, fun facts, and great insights that you wouldn’t find in any guidebook. They made the whole tour feel relaxed and enjoyable, always making sure everyone was comfortable and engaged. I especially appreciated their ability to answer every question with patience and expertise. It really felt like we were walking through history with someone who genuinely loved what they do. I highly recommend this tour and guide to anyone wanting to discover the old city in a meaningful and memorable way. An unforgettable experience!
Recommend it
dogers2025,,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great company ! Great tour guide. We had a lovely day with our guide! We done most beautiful landmarks of İstanbul! We reccommend this tour…
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