This private tour is available as a 1-day or 2-day experience. The 1-day option focuses on Istanbul's historic Old City, while the 2-day option includes additional attractions, the Bosphorus, and modern Istanbul.

Your licensed local guide will help you enjoy the city at a comfortable pace and provide fascinating insights into its history and culture. The itinerary may be customised according to your interests, opening hours, traffic conditions, and selected tour option

Day 1 – Historic Old City
Begin your journey at the Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque), one of Istanbul's most iconic landmarks, famous for its elegant architecture, six minarets, and beautiful blue Iznik tiles.
Continue to Hagia Sophia, an architectural masterpiece and one of the greatest surviving examples of Byzantine architecture. Discover its fascinating history as an important monument during both the Byzantine and Ottoman periods.
Next, visit Topkapi Palace, the magnificent former residence of Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years. Explore its beautiful courtyards, gardens, impressive Iznik tiles, and the historic Harem section while learning about the grandeur of the Ottoman Empire.

Discover the mysterious Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan Sarnıcı), an extraordinary underground structure supported by ancient marble columns.

Continue to the Hippodrome of Constantinople, once the centre of public life and chariot races in Byzantine Constantinople. See its historical monuments, including the Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column, and German Fountain.

Finish your day at the Grand Bazaar, one of the world's oldest and largest covered markets. Explore its colourful streets and hundreds of shops selling Turkish carpets, jewellery, ceramics, handicrafts, and traditional souvenirs.

Day 2 – Bosphorus and Modern Istanbul

Start your second day at the Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar), famous for its colourful atmosphere, aromatic spices, Turkish delight, dried fruits, and traditional Turkish products. Discover its importance as a historic trading centre during the Ottoman period.

Continue with a scenic Bosphorus Cruise, enjoying spectacular views of Istanbul from the water. Admire the magnificent waterfront palaces, historic mansions, mosques, and fortresses along the shores of Europe and Asia.

Visit Dolmabahce Palace, a magnificent 19th-century palace that served as the administrative centre and residence of the later Ottoman sultans. Discover its impressive architecture and learn about the final years of the Ottoman Empire.

Continue to Taksim Square, one of Istanbul's most famous public squares and a central meeting point for locals and visitors.

Walk along Istiklal Street, a lively pedestrian avenue filled with historic buildings, shops, restaurants, cafes, and cultural attractions. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of modern Istanbul.

Finally, explore the historic Galata area and admire the iconic Galata Tower, one of the city's most recognisable landmarks.