Discover Istanbul in Two Days
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Discover Istanbul in Two Days

By Istanbul Sightseeing Tours
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Ages 0-99, max of 25 per group
Duration: 2 days
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
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  • Lunch
  • Lunch
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Professional art historian guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Entry/Admission - Blue Mosque
  • Entry/Admission - Camlica Hill
What's not included
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Overnight accommodation
  • Museums Entrance Tickets ( Hagia-Sophia & Cistern )
  • Bosphorus Boat Tickets
  • Entry/Admission - Hagia Sophia Moschee
  • Entry/Admission - Serefiye Sarnici
  • Entry/Admission - Bosphorus Strait

Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • Pick-up from the Taksim, Sultanahmet, Fatih and Besiktas districts only. Please contact the tour operator for instructions if your hotel is outwith these districts. We need your istanbul Hotel name and address
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      Port pickup offered
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.
      • GALAPORT
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Wheelchair accessible
        • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 26250P4

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
        • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
        • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 26250P4

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        • Istanbul Sightseeing Tours
          201
          Istanbul, Türkiye
        • 175rahuls
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          We had an incredible experience with Istanbul Person Car Service! Our guide was not only professional but also a treasur
          We had an incredible experience with Istanbul Person Car Service! Our guide was not only professional but also a treasure trove of knowledge about Turkey’s rich culture and history. From the moment we met, his warm personality and genuine passion for sharing insights made the journey unforgettable. He went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and tailored the experience to our interests. Whether it was exploring hidden gems or learning fascinating stories about Turkey, his guidance elevated our trip to the next level. Highly recommend this service for anyone looking to explore Istanbul with an expert companion!
          Written December 11, 2024
        • christopherdO2745FY
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great way to see Istanbul in a short time period
          Emre was a great guide. Good communication leading up to the tour, and then during the tour he gave great insights and facts! He is very experienced and it was a great way to see the major attractions in Istanbul in a short period of time
          Written December 10, 2024
        • Connector02611970533
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Day in istanbul
          The views were absolutely amazing,the tournament guide was very informative and we enjoyed thoroughly,would highly recommend!
          Written November 11, 2024
        • lisabN3825PF
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Istanbul Tour as a solo woman
          I had an excellent day with Emre being taken on a tour of the religious and historic sites of Istanbul. We also went to the indoor bazaar, had lunch and experienced local hospitality and felt incredibly welcomed. Emre was incredibly knowledgeable and demonstrated amazing historical knowledge. He had fast track access over all the queues so we didn’t have to wait too long to get into the various places of interest. A thoroughly enjoyable day highly recommend!
          Written October 30, 2024
        • 774fran_oish
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Tour out of main tourist spots
          We asked the guide to bring us out of the main tourist drags, which he did. He provided good comments, he was mindful of our pace (I take time to get the right picture). Very professional
          Written October 3, 2024
        • 19anal_c
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent service, quality and honesty
          The best tour experience I have ever had. From the beginning they were very kind and honest. During the tour always attentive to our needs, to our comfort, to manage the schedules correctly. I did a two day tour with the family to Cappadocia and the whole tour was super, they managed our flights, transportation to the airport and back to the hotel, hotel reservations in a very nice cave hotel, the tours were in our language and always in comfortable and modern transportation, there were different meals included. Truly a top company in service and honesty.
          Written September 15, 2024
        • O2263ICryana
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Go on this tour with Emre!
          This was probably the best tour we have ever taken! Emre was so kind and helpful. His knowledge about Istanbul, its history, and his ability to answer all our questions made for an outstanding start to our trip. Would 100% recommend to any and all travelers, especially those who have not been to Istanbul before!
          Written August 31, 2024
        • Guide49612084153
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Istanbul
          Nice trip in Istanbul.for sight seeing of Mosque. Many new experiences while trip to Istanbul. We went to Mosque and pray whlie visited.
          Written July 31, 2024
        • krzysztofgD9464AG
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Unforgettable Tour
          Pretty interesting providing. Professional presentation of historical facts. Impressive knowledge. I do recommend to everyone who want to expand the experience and horizons.
          Written July 28, 2024
        • Escape446211
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Day tour of Istanbul
          Very knowledgeable tour guide. Personable service. Offered very comfortable and airconditioned transport. Loved our visit to Istanbul.
          Written July 19, 2024
        • 786reynaw
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Ideal way to see Istanbul
          In one day we saw three times as much as we could have seen on our own or with another tour group. Emre was so knowledgeable about every place we went, very helpful and so friendly. We thoroughly enjoyed our day and highly recommend this tour.
          Written July 7, 2024
        • 436tancredic
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Wonderful one day Istanbul tour
          Beautiful eight-hour tour to discover the best historical and non-historical places in Istanbul. Thanks to Emre, our precious guide, we were able to experience intense moments immersed in the Ottoman atmosphere. I recommend this agency to everyone and especially Emre, professional, prepared and kind!!!!
          Written July 1, 2024
        • josianeaG4683MR
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Wonderful
          It was a really nice experience. Emre was fantastic and make my day in Istanbul much more beautiful and easier. I was alone, so it was much better to stay with him. He was really kind, gentle, and helped me a lot, since my departure from Athens to Istanbul. He gave me many tips and he was always messaging me to know if everything was OK. I really appreciate and recommend the tour.
          Written May 15, 2024
        • 165debim
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Emre is the best!
          Emre is the best tour guide I have had of all vacations (and I travel a lot). He is very knowledgeable of Turkish history, very thoughtful of guests and constantly checks on their wellbeing. Emre provided the airport transfers and day tours of Istanbul and Bosphorus. In all aspects it exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Emre.
          Written May 13, 2024
        • Paradise54966264603
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Istanbul's must see historical sites
          We had am amazing half day tour with Emre, our tour guide. We learned so much about the history and culture of Türkiye in such a short span of time. Emre is very knowledgeable and has a good command of English, French among others. I highly recommend this tour if you are short on time.
          Written May 7, 2024
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        Doug W
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Mar 2024 • Family
        Emre ONAL was an exceptional guide, we spent 2 full days with him touring Istanbul
        His knowledge is unequal and we learned so much of the history,politics and future of Istabul and Turkey from him.
        Be sure to ask for Emre when taking this tour He is the best
        Written April 3, 2024
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Dear Friend, Thank you to your kind review for istanbul tour. emre
        Written May 9, 2024
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Robert Parrish
        Redmond, WA5 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Sep 2022
        Meeting Emre for our tour we of, course, did not really know how this would go: A private tour for two days with a guide we had never met in a country we had never been.

        The two-day tour was fantastic. I mean that truthfully. Emre is an experienced guide, quite knowledgeable about all things Istanbul and Turkiye. Any questions we had (many) were answered fully and truthfully from the story of the language and their history to civil and political life in the country.

        More importantly I had contacted Emre prior to the tour on WhatsApp advising that my wife had some mobility issues, so we needed a slower type of tour (we are both 75). I asked him to design the tour around that condition. Because of his care and concern about my wife's problem the tour design was perfect for her making it more pleasant than she could have expected. The van was very helpful getting from one place to another, avoiding long walks. He asked only once if we wanted to see shopping places for rugs, etc. We said no and we saw none - that was nice for us.

        Both days we bought lunch for Emre at the type of restaurants we had asked about. This enabled us to spend that time relaxing and just talking Turkey with him casually.

        I rarely review on Trip Advisor saving it for either dire warnings to others or expressing outstanding service. This was the latter. We owe Emre a debt of gratitude for the time he spent with us. Thank you, Emre!
        Written September 29, 2022
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        Dear Friend, Thanks to your very detailed and kind review. Hope to see you again in Istanbul. Best regards Emre
        Written November 15, 2022
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Marin Becker
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Aug 2022 • Friends
        Very nice guide, who will bring you to see all istanbul main places in two days ! I really enjoyed the tour Emre gave us even though I don't usually like guided tours. Very nice places and a good choice in food as well, I recommend !
        Written September 8, 2022
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        Dear Friend, Thanks to your very kind review. Hope to see you again in Istanbul soon. All the best Emre
        Written September 11, 2022
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        parag s
        2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Oct 2021 • Solo
        Had a lovely tour of Istanbul with Mr Emre and would highly recommend him to all the people visiting
        Written October 18, 2021
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        Thanks to your kind review. Hope to see you again in future in Istanbul . Emre
        Written October 19, 2021
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Alicia G
        Madrid, Spain4 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Aug 2021
        Wonderful visit to Istanbul. Emre was great and took us , not only to see the bsics of Istanbul, but also to some great authentic places so that we could enjoy "the real Istanbul". It was great!
        Written September 4, 2021
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        Dear Alicia , Thanks to your kind review .Hope to see you here again in future . My best regards to all your family . EMRE
        Written September 6, 2021
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        Sandra S
        4 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Oct 2019
        Emre was a great help, very friendly and kind.
        We could never have negotiated Istanbul without a good guide like Emre and highly recommend him and the tour Discover Istanbul in 2 Days.
        If we are ever lucky enough to visit again, we would love to have Emre show us around.
        We were only able to scratch the surface of such an amazing city.
        Thank you, Sandra Smith and Peter Hubbar
        Written October 8, 2019
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        Dear Sandra & Peter ; Thanks a lot to your kind review for my istanbul sightseeing tour services. We will be waiting you again for other istanbul & turkey tours with us .God bless you . emre
        Written October 9, 2019
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        cansuea739
        2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jul 2019 • Couples
        We had 2 wonderful days of exploring Istanbul with my family who were visiting from Boston! Emre was super helpful and had great communication skills to tailor the tour according to our wants and needs. If you would like to see Istanbul with learning lots about culture and history as well as some humor, i would highly recommend this tour:)
        Written July 8, 2019
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        Dear Cansu ; Thanks to your kind words for our istanbul sightseeing tour services.Hope to see you again in istanbul with us for other tours. emre
        Written July 16, 2019
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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