Tours & Excursions in Istanbul
Explore Istanbul with a local guide: make your adventure unforgettable with our tours and activities (we offer 73 of most popular) 🏆 Prices start from €4. Online booking and payment. Take a look to our options and choose the best one for you!
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Popular
4.9
824 reviews
Bosphorus Dinner Night Cruise w/ Dance Show
We invite you to a cruise with Turkish classical music for dinner, a show of whirling dervishes, Live DJ Performance and Turkish Traditional Folk Dance.
Group
4 hrs
Tomorrow at 09:00
Tomorrow at 10:00
€35
per person
4.8
655 reviews
Bosphorus Cruise
Tour between two continents and one of the most expensive estate area that is full of with luxurious pavillions and palaces. We visit a leather shop where reasonable priced products can be found by group discount.
Group
5 hrs
Tomorrow at 09:00
Tomorrow at 10:00
€15
per person
4.8
Guide rating
Two continents tour by Sea and Land, full day tour
Tour between two continents and one of the most expensive estate area that is full of with luxurious pavillions and palaces. We visit a leather shop where reasonable priced products can be found by group discount.
Group
9 hrs
Tomorrow at 13:00
Tomorrow at 14:00
€90
per person
4.8
Guide rating
Istanbul - Old city, combination tour
Important tour to have in Istanbul. The Center of 4 empires in the history as Roman Empire, Eastern Roman (Byzantine) Empire, Latin Empire.
Group
9 hrs
Tomorrow at 13:00
Tomorrow at 14:00
€90
per person
4.7
297 reviews
Istanbul - Old city, afternoon
See the most precious jewellery exhibition of Ottoman dynasty in it. See the bedroom of sultans and learn about secret life of them with women in their harems.
Group
5 hrs
Tomorrow at 13:00
Tomorrow at 14:00
€60
per person
Bestseller
Likely to sell out
4.9
2085 reviews
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table
Take in sights of the Bosphorus on board a mega yacht. Enjoy the city view with a 3-course meal while you listen to live music and watch stage performances at private tables.
Group
to 3 hrs
Tomorrow at 20:30
Fri, 9 Jan, 20:30
from€31.88
from€25.50
per person
5.0
214 reviews
Istanbul: Amazing Verpertine River Walk through Bosphorus
Take in gorgeous views of Istanbul during a narrated sunset cruise along the waters of the Bosphorus and Golden Horn.
Group
2 hrs
Tomorrow at 09:00
Tomorrow at 10:00
€19
per person
4.8
429 reviews
Princes’ Islands Escape: Full-Day Tour from Istanbul
On the islands there are many glorious mansions with characteristic overhanging balconies and most of which are inhabited only during the summer. Area is an awsome place both for swimming and for relaxing in the forest in the sound of silence.
Group
9 hrs
Tomorrow at 13:00
Tomorrow at 14:00
€50
per person
4.8
Guide rating
Dolmabahce Palace & City Walls Half Day Morning Tour
Çamlica Hill is the highest point of Istanbul and it commands a panoramic view of the entire city. Spice Market is an exotic, orientile atmosphered covered bazaar that is full of with good quality food products and souvenirs.
Group
5 hrs
Tomorrow at 09:00
Tomorrow at 10:00
€60
per person
4.7
907 reviews
Bosphorus Cruise with Audio App
A Bosphorus cruise is one of the best things to do in Istanbul, even when you have little time to spend. Get your ticket and audio guide at the Kabatas Pier, and board one of the boats departing every hour.
Group
to 1 hr 30 min
Tomorrow at 09:00
Tomorrow at 10:00
from€10
per person
Likely to sell out
4.4
824 reviews
Boat Ride w/ Lunch on Black Sea and Bosphorus
Escape the hustle and bustle of Istanbul city center and enjoy a half-day lunch cruise of the Bosphorus Strait.
Group
5 hrs
Tomorrow at 09:00
Tomorrow at 10:00
€80
per person
Likely to sell out
4.9
1001 reviews
Bosphorus & Golden Horn Cruise Daytime or Sunset
See Istanbul's most beautiful landmarks on this picturesque Bosphorus and Golden Horn cruise. Enjoy historical sights such as palaces and fortresses, as well as unique neighborhoods on both shores.
Group
2 hrs
Tomorrow at 09:00
Tomorrow at 10:00
€10
per person
5.0
579 reviews
Bosphorus Boat Ride w/ Dinner & Asuk-Masuk Show
Spend a memorable evening cruising along the Bosphorus Strait.
Group
4 hrs
Tomorrow at 09:00
Tomorrow at 10:00
€45
per person
4.8
Guide rating
Istanbul: Daytime or Sunset Sightseeing Cruise & Audio Guide
Treat your eyes to a breathtaking sunset over the Bosphorus Strait!
Group
to 2 hrs
Tomorrow at 16:00
Tomorrow at 20:45
from€7.90
per person
4.9
666 reviews
Luxury Private Yacht Rental
Take a Bosphorus cruise on a luxury private yacht with a live guide, and enjoy complimentary soft drinks and snacks.
Private
to 12 persons
to 2 hrs
Tomorrow at 09:00
Tomorrow at 10:00
from€300
per trip
Discount 30%
4.8
Guide rating
Bosphorus Luxury Catamaran Cruise with Dinner Show
Float along the iconic Bosphorus Strait on a scenic catamaran ride and take in panoramic views of Istanbul. Enjoy a delicious dinner as you witness live Turkish and international dances, and a DJ set.
Group
to 3 hrs
Tomorrow at 09:00
Tomorrow at 10:00
from€40
from€28
per person
4.8
Guide rating
Morning Bosphorus Cruise and Spice Bazaar
This combined four-hour Bosphorus sightseeing cruise and Egyptian Bazaar tour provides an exciting way to discover some of the wonders of Istanbul. You will also have the opportunity to find great bargains in the famous Egyptian Spice Bazaar.
Group
4 hrs
Tomorrow at 09:00
Tomorrow at 10:00
€40.59
per person
4.8
Guide rating
Istanbul Scenic Half-Day Bosphorus Cruise
Immerse yourself in Istanbul’s unique culture. Enjoy a cruise along the Bosphorus, visit the Spice Bazaar, drive along the Golden Horn, and stop at Pierre Loti Hill for a panoramic view of this vibrant city.
Group
4 hrs
Tomorrow at 09:00
Tomorrow at 10:00
€50
per person
Discount 20%
4.8
Guide rating
Bosphorus Night Dinner Cruise
Sail up the Bosphorus, the waterway between Europe and Asia, passing under the suspension bridges and viewing Ottoman summer palaces, waterside mansions, and villas. Take in the panoramic views of Istanbul at night while enjoying dinner.
Group
to 4 hrs
Tomorrow at 09:00
Tomorrow at 10:00
from€49.99
from€39.99
per person
4.8
Guide rating
Private Bosphorus Strait Sightseeing Yacht Cruise
Escape the hustle of Istanbul with return ferry tickets across the Marmara Sea to the Princes' Islands. Arrive at Büyükada (Big Island) where you can admire the magnificent old villas, rent a bike, and explore the historic sights at your own pace.
Group
2 hrs
Tomorrow at 09:00
Tomorrow at 10:00
€240
per person
4.8
Guide rating
Bosphorus Cruise w/Audio Guide and Sunset Option
Set sail on the Bosphorus strait and cruise along the Golden Horn as you see the most iconic landmarks of Istanbul on this city cruise. Learn about the sights you pass from an audio guide.
Group
to 2 hrs
Tomorrow at 09:00
Tomorrow at 10:00
from€12
per person
How do excursions differ?
Private excursions
Private excursions - the guide will conduct an excursion only for you and your friends.
Group excursions
Group excursions - the guide forms a group. Other tourists will learn new things with you.
Small group
Small group – small group with possibility to maintain a comfortable distance between the participants.
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Reviews
Djalys B.
8 days ago
Very nice experience! The yacht was superb, the staff attentive and really friendly. The English speaking guide at the top! The cruise lasts around 4-5 hours and is well worth it
Phoebe
8 days ago
It was really good, guides were polite and accommodating
Iliana B.
8 days ago
Numan is a great guide! He's very pleasant, knowledgeable and flexible. He accommodated to our interests and thanks to him our stay in Istanbul was wonderful
Aktas S.
8 days ago
I do love the Boshoporus Cruise, the entertainment was amazing, food was okay but not really much for the Standard Menu, The staff are very great and friendly, the pick up was very late but after i do understand because we were stay at Sultan Ahmet area which is very traffic at that time and especially for the bus.
Utku D.
3 days ago
Definitely need to go on this dinner cruise if you’re looking for great food and hospitality with a flare of entertainment! The dinner cruise turned into a club quickly after all the dancers got off the floor hahahaha!! Great way to spend a few hours with a significant other as well as enjoy these types of moments.
Moris
3 days ago
Great cruise over the Bosphorus! Be aware that this doesn’t include any tour guide, it’s only for sightseeing :)
Nisha
3 days ago
Absolutely amazing, must try this experience if you are in Istanbul
Lily-Rose H.
3 days ago
Good price for a full day around the Prince Islands! Pick up service worked well, we were picked up on time. The food/drinks on the boat are pricey and not necessarily tasty, so we recommend that you also bring some from home. The islands are beautiful and there is plenty of time to be on the island! So completely satisfied. Only negative for us was the pushiness on the boat to buy food, drinks, pictures or anything else.
Christina D.
3 days ago
VERY SURPRISED! My husband and I took this boat trip on the 8th of November. Lovely sunshine and warm. We were picked up at the hotel in the old town and got extremely surprised when we went onboard the boat - quite big, felt luxurious and very clean. We sat outside on large white faux leather sofas and they gave us welcome drinks and bits to snack on - all very good. We were lucky, only about 25 people on the whole big boat so we got first class service! On the way up to the Black Sea they served a fantastic lunch. The guide was very informativ and the boat stopped off at a small village on the way back, and more things to eat and drink! Lovely luxury cruising! Even though it said in the brochure that the return transfer to the hotel is not included - they actually brought us back - no charge!
Oskar N.
3 days ago
The entire experience was amazing. We wanted a sushi dinner with dry white wine during the 2 hour cruise and the team handled everything. I texted our order, and they had everything ready on the boat for us. Throughout the cruise they were attentive and excellent hosts. The boat was in great condition and the right size for the choppy waters of the Bosphorus, smaller boats would rock and bob with the waves much more. Would absolutely recommend.
Micah W.
3 days ago
This trip is really good value for money we highly recommend it. We were met straight away by the tour organisers and we were given really good advice about the food offerings on the boat . The speed of the boat was so relaxing. All in all it was a really nice experience.
Lana
3 days ago
Trust me this is the cheapest private (not government boat) you can find in Istanbul 2 hours on bosphorus with tea or coffee all for free? Wow!
Vitalina
3 days ago
"It was very nice to see the Bosphorus at sunset. There was a little wind in the evening hours. I would recommend it to everyone. The boat was a bit crowded, but it's normal in the summer season because everywhere is crowded.
"
Ulrich
3 days ago
We had a beautiful boat tour on the Bosporus. The transport to the dock and back worked well. The boat was very nice and not too crowded. The explanations and information in English well understood. A successful trip, highly recommended.
Dreak
3 days ago
I really liked it!!! I recommend it to everyone!!!
TAKUYA
3 days ago
The food is delicious and the volume is satisfactory. I was happy that Turkish wine and liquor were all-you-can-drink. There are so many kinds of shows that you don't have time to look outside. If you have something you want to see, such as buildings on both sides, you will have to be careful. There is Shisha as an option, but sales are not so persistent.
Kyle T.
3 days ago
Delightful evening, perfectly timed to see the sights with the sun up and to watch the sun set and turn the old city orange.
Tessa
3 days ago
I really enjoyed it, the price is better than other servers, I recommend everyone to see it, Istanbul at night is so beautiful 😍
Peter W.
3 days ago
Unique experience with tasty snacks and knowledgeable explanations.
State
4 days ago
Pick up from hotel at 7pm. Appetiser and salad served on the table where we can eat right away. We can choose either one: fish, chicken or beef for the main dish. Food is fresh and delicious. Waiters are attentive and fast paced. A photographer asked for permission to take our photos and we can choose if we want to buy the photos or not for 20 tl each. After the dinner, we proceed to the upper deck to watch the shows. During the shows, they served us complimentary baklava and coffee/tea. Baklava is abit too sweet for my liking. The shows go on for a an hour plus and is entertaining where guests could participate to dance. At the end of the shows, every guest is free to dance. It can be quite chilly at night, so be prepared to bring your own jacket. After that they send us back to a place nearby to our hotel. Overall I find the cruise tour to be worthwhile and its a must try for anyone who come to Istanbul.
Catherine K.
4 days ago
Numaan,our guide, did an excellent job showing us the prime sights in Istanbul. He was flexible in adjusting the schedule to meet our needs and made good recommendations.
Raoul H.
4 days ago
If you have the time and money definitely something you should do. The cruise was beautiful, the Bosphorus was so scenic at night and all the staff were pleasant. The food was better than I expected and there are photographers on board who take your photos and you can purchase the photo book or just single photos.
Dragutin
5 days ago
Dear Friends, In the beginning, we had problems with gathering passengers, but that is certainly not the fault of your Agency, but of irresponsible passengers. As advice, we suggest that in the future, you assign such passengers a 15-minute wait from the agreed date, and if they do not show up, you will automatically charge them for the service as if they had shown up. In order not to please responsible passengers. After that, everything went very well organized with a great guide, beautiful weather conditions and above all with a beautiful destination we visited. We will return to this destination for sure a few more times. Best Regards, Nedeljka and Dragutin Novakovic
Renata
5 days ago
It has been a very amazing experience! My mom’s birthday was before yeaterday, that is the reason why we meant to visit your cruise! She had a very good time, delecious menu and dance! Our table company was extremley cute!Congrats to the dancers too! One more time, thank you so much!☺️
Djalys B.
8 days ago
Very nice experience! The yacht was superb, the staff attentive and really friendly. The English speaking guide at the top! The cruise lasts around 4-5 hours and is well worth it
Phoebe
8 days ago
It was really good, guides were polite and accommodating
Iliana B.
8 days ago
Numan is a great guide! He's very pleasant, knowledgeable and flexible. He accommodated to our interests and thanks to him our stay in Istanbul was wonderful
Aktas S.
8 days ago
I do love the Boshoporus Cruise, the entertainment was amazing, food was okay but not really much for the Standard Menu, The staff are very great and friendly, the pick up was very late but after i do understand because we were stay at Sultan Ahmet area which is very traffic at that time and especially for the bus.
Utku D.
3 days ago
Definitely need to go on this dinner cruise if you’re looking for great food and hospitality with a flare of entertainment! The dinner cruise turned into a club quickly after all the dancers got off the floor hahahaha!! Great way to spend a few hours with a significant other as well as enjoy these types of moments.
Moris
3 days ago
Great cruise over the Bosphorus! Be aware that this doesn’t include any tour guide, it’s only for sightseeing :)
Nisha
3 days ago
Absolutely amazing, must try this experience if you are in Istanbul
Lily-Rose H.
3 days ago
Good price for a full day around the Prince Islands! Pick up service worked well, we were picked up on time. The food/drinks on the boat are pricey and not necessarily tasty, so we recommend that you also bring some from home. The islands are beautiful and there is plenty of time to be on the island! So completely satisfied. Only negative for us was the pushiness on the boat to buy food, drinks, pictures or anything else.
Christina D.
3 days ago
VERY SURPRISED! My husband and I took this boat trip on the 8th of November. Lovely sunshine and warm. We were picked up at the hotel in the old town and got extremely surprised when we went onboard the boat - quite big, felt luxurious and very clean. We sat outside on large white faux leather sofas and they gave us welcome drinks and bits to snack on - all very good. We were lucky, only about 25 people on the whole big boat so we got first class service! On the way up to the Black Sea they served a fantastic lunch. The guide was very informativ and the boat stopped off at a small village on the way back, and more things to eat and drink! Lovely luxury cruising! Even though it said in the brochure that the return transfer to the hotel is not included - they actually brought us back - no charge!
Oskar N.
3 days ago
The entire experience was amazing. We wanted a sushi dinner with dry white wine during the 2 hour cruise and the team handled everything. I texted our order, and they had everything ready on the boat for us. Throughout the cruise they were attentive and excellent hosts. The boat was in great condition and the right size for the choppy waters of the Bosphorus, smaller boats would rock and bob with the waves much more. Would absolutely recommend.
Micah W.
3 days ago
This trip is really good value for money we highly recommend it. We were met straight away by the tour organisers and we were given really good advice about the food offerings on the boat . The speed of the boat was so relaxing. All in all it was a really nice experience.
Lana
3 days ago
Trust me this is the cheapest private (not government boat) you can find in Istanbul 2 hours on bosphorus with tea or coffee all for free? Wow!
Vitalina
3 days ago
"It was very nice to see the Bosphorus at sunset. There was a little wind in the evening hours. I would recommend it to everyone. The boat was a bit crowded, but it's normal in the summer season because everywhere is crowded.
"
Ulrich
3 days ago
We had a beautiful boat tour on the Bosporus. The transport to the dock and back worked well. The boat was very nice and not too crowded. The explanations and information in English well understood. A successful trip, highly recommended.
Dreak
3 days ago
I really liked it!!! I recommend it to everyone!!!
TAKUYA
3 days ago
The food is delicious and the volume is satisfactory. I was happy that Turkish wine and liquor were all-you-can-drink. There are so many kinds of shows that you don't have time to look outside. If you have something you want to see, such as buildings on both sides, you will have to be careful. There is Shisha as an option, but sales are not so persistent.
Kyle T.
3 days ago
Delightful evening, perfectly timed to see the sights with the sun up and to watch the sun set and turn the old city orange.
Tessa
3 days ago
I really enjoyed it, the price is better than other servers, I recommend everyone to see it, Istanbul at night is so beautiful 😍
Peter W.
3 days ago
Unique experience with tasty snacks and knowledgeable explanations.
State
4 days ago
Pick up from hotel at 7pm. Appetiser and salad served on the table where we can eat right away. We can choose either one: fish, chicken or beef for the main dish. Food is fresh and delicious. Waiters are attentive and fast paced. A photographer asked for permission to take our photos and we can choose if we want to buy the photos or not for 20 tl each. After the dinner, we proceed to the upper deck to watch the shows. During the shows, they served us complimentary baklava and coffee/tea. Baklava is abit too sweet for my liking. The shows go on for a an hour plus and is entertaining where guests could participate to dance. At the end of the shows, every guest is free to dance. It can be quite chilly at night, so be prepared to bring your own jacket. After that they send us back to a place nearby to our hotel. Overall I find the cruise tour to be worthwhile and its a must try for anyone who come to Istanbul.
Catherine K.
4 days ago
Numaan,our guide, did an excellent job showing us the prime sights in Istanbul. He was flexible in adjusting the schedule to meet our needs and made good recommendations.
Raoul H.
4 days ago
If you have the time and money definitely something you should do. The cruise was beautiful, the Bosphorus was so scenic at night and all the staff were pleasant. The food was better than I expected and there are photographers on board who take your photos and you can purchase the photo book or just single photos.
Dragutin
5 days ago
Dear Friends, In the beginning, we had problems with gathering passengers, but that is certainly not the fault of your Agency, but of irresponsible passengers. As advice, we suggest that in the future, you assign such passengers a 15-minute wait from the agreed date, and if they do not show up, you will automatically charge them for the service as if they had shown up. In order not to please responsible passengers. After that, everything went very well organized with a great guide, beautiful weather conditions and above all with a beautiful destination we visited. We will return to this destination for sure a few more times. Best Regards, Nedeljka and Dragutin Novakovic
Renata
5 days ago
It has been a very amazing experience! My mom’s birthday was before yeaterday, that is the reason why we meant to visit your cruise! She had a very good time, delecious menu and dance! Our table company was extremley cute!Congrats to the dancers too! One more time, thank you so much!☺️
Djalys B.
8 days ago
Very nice experience! The yacht was superb, the staff attentive and really friendly. The English speaking guide at the top! The cruise lasts around 4-5 hours and is well worth it
Phoebe
8 days ago
It was really good, guides were polite and accommodating
Iliana B.
8 days ago
Numan is a great guide! He's very pleasant, knowledgeable and flexible. He accommodated to our interests and thanks to him our stay in Istanbul was wonderful
Aktas S.
8 days ago
I do love the Boshoporus Cruise, the entertainment was amazing, food was okay but not really much for the Standard Menu, The staff are very great and friendly, the pick up was very late but after i do understand because we were stay at Sultan Ahmet area which is very traffic at that time and especially for the bus.
The Best Istanbul Tours 2026
73 tours in Istanbul (Turkey) with the best local guides starting from €4. Top Activities 2026:
January, 8 | 09:00 | Bosphorus Dinner Night Cruise w/ Dance Show | €35 |
January, 8 | 09:00 | Bosphorus Cruise | €15 |
January, 8 | 13:00 | Istanbul - Old city, afternoon | €60 |
January, 8 | 13:00 | Istanbul - Old city, combination tour | €90 |
January, 8 | 13:00 | Two continents tour by Sea and Land, full day tour | €90 |
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