Private Istanbul Tours with Guide & Driver

Discover Istanbul in Style with Your Private Guide & Driver

Experience Istanbul at your own pace with a private guide and driver, available every day for families, friends, or small groups. This tour package is perfect for those who want a personalized, flexible, and hassle-free journey through one of the world’s most fascinating cities.

Overview

Experience the rich history, culture, and vibrant energy of Istanbul with a licensed professional guide and a private driver. This exclusive tour offers the perfect balance of freedom, comfort, and personalized attention for families, friends, or solo travelers.

Why Choose a Private Tour?

• Personalized Guidance – Licensed guides provide expert insights on all attractions.

• Private Transportation – Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle without worrying about public transport.

• Flexible & Independent – Explore Istanbul according to your own schedule.

• Cost-Effective – Private tours tailored to your group size and interests.

Highlights & Suggested Stops

• Hagia Sophia Museum

• Topkapi Palace

• Blue Mosque & Sultanahmet Square

• Basilica Cistern

• Grand Bazaar & Spice Bazaar

• Galata Bridge & Galata Tower

• Istiklal Street & Taksim Square

• Dolmabahce Palace & Maiden’s Tower

• Pierre Loti Hill & Eyüp Sultan Mosque

• Kariye Museum & Suleymaniye Mosque

• Byzantine City Walls

Detailed Private Guided Istanbul Tour

Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul

• Activities:

  • Arrive at Istanbul Airport or port

  • Private transfer to hotel

  • Evening at leisure or optional short stroll near hotel

• Meals:No meal included.

• Estimated Time: Flexible depending on your arrive.

Day 2 – Historic Istanbul (Sultanahmet Area & Surroundings)

• Activities:

  • 08:00 – 09:00: Breakfast at hotel

  • 09:15 – 10:45: Hagia Sophia Museum

  • 11:00 – 11:45: Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque)

  • 11:45 – 12:15: Sultanahmet Square & Hippodrome

  • 12:20 – 12:50: Basilica Cistern

  • 13:00 – 14:00: Lunch at Deraliye Restaurant

  • 14:15 – 16:15: Topkapi Palace & Museum

  • 16:30 – 18:00: Grand Bazaar & Spice Market

• Meals: Breakfast at hotel, lunch included.Dinner on your own

• Estimated Return to Hotel: 18:15 – 18:45

Day 3 – Bosphorus & Modern Istanbul Highlights

• Activities:

  • 08:00 – 08:45: Breakfast at hotel

  • 09:00 – 10:30: Bosphorus Cruise

  • 11:00 – 12:30: Dolmabahce Palace

  • 12:45 – 13:45: Taksim Square & Istiklal Street

  • 13:50 – 14:30: Galata Tower & Galata Bridge

  • 14:45 – 15:45: Lunch at Karaköy Lokantası

  • 16:00 – 17:00: Pierre Loti Hill & Eyüp Sultan Mosque

• Meals: Breakfast at hotel, lunch included.Dinner on your own

• Estimated Return to Hotel: 17:30 – 18:00

Day 4 – Optional Day / Customize Your Experience

• Activities:

  • 08:00 – 08:45: Breakfast at hotel

  • 09:30 – 11:00: Optional visit to Kariye Museum or Byzantine City Walls

  • 11:30 – 15:30: Optional ferry trip to Princes’ Islands (lunch included at Milto Restaurant)

  • 15:30 – 18:00: Free time for shopping or exploring Balat, Fener, Ortaköy

• Meals: Breakfast at hotel, lunch included. Dinner on your own

• Estimated Return to Hotel: 18:30 – 19:00

Day 5 – Departure

• Activities:

  • 07:30 – 08:15: Breakfast at hotel, Check out and according to your flight, transfer to airport.

  • 08:30 – 09:30 - 10:00: Private transfer to Istanbul Airport

• Meals: Breakfast at hotel

Includes

What’s Included

• Private airport/port transfers (arrival & departure)

• 4 nights’ accommodation in selected 4- or 5-star hotel (Sirkeci Mansion, The Marmara Taksim, or similar)

• Daily breakfast at the hotel

• Private professional licensed tour guide for all sightseeing days

• Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver for all tours and transfers

• All entrance fees to included attractions (Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Dolmabahce Palace, etc.)

• Bosphorus private cruise

• Lunches as specified in the itinerary (Day 2: Deraliye Restaurant, Day 3: Karaköy Lokantası, Day 4: Milto Restaurant if visiting Princes’ Islands)

• Bottled water during tours

• All local taxes and service fees

What’s Not Included

• International or domestic flights to/from Istanbul

• Optional dinners (except where specified)

• Optional activities not listed in the itinerary (e.g., extra Bosphorus cruise, night shows)

• Personal expenses (souvenirs, tips, etc.)

• Travel insurance

• Visa fees (if applicable)

Hotels

Luxury Hotels

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet

• Star Rating: 5-star luxury

• Highlights: Premium service, historic Ottoman architecture, walking distance to Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace.

Ajwa Hotel Sultanahmet

• Star Rating: Luxury boutique

• Highlights: Ottoman-style design, rooftop terrace, luxurious rooms, central location near all major historic attractions.

Armada Hotel Istanbul

• Star Rating: 4-star

• Highlights: Traditional Ottoman-style design, rooftop restaurant with panoramic views of Hagia Sophia and Marmara Sea.

Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel

• Star Rating: 4-star

• Highlights: Elegant Ottoman-style interiors, rooftop terrace with panoramic Hagia Sophia views, walking distance to all major Sultanahmet attractions.

Single Supplement and Triple Supplement: Ask Please