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
Today at 17:00
Today at 18:00
€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 09:00
Tomorrow at 10:00
€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 09:00
Tomorrow at 10:00
€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 09:00
Tomorrow at 10:00
€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, 2 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
Today at 18:00
Today at 19:00
€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 09:00
Tomorrow at 10:00
€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
Today at 18:00
Today at 19:00
€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
Today at 18:00
Today at 19:00
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
Today at 18:00
Today at 19:00
€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
Today at 18:00
Today at 19:00
€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
Today at 18:00
Today at 19:00
€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 16:30
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
Today at 18:00
Today at 19:00
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
Today at 18:00
Today at 19:00
€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
Today at 18:00
Today at 19:00
€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
Alice
6 days ago
Everything was great 👍🏽
Halime A.
6 days ago
My husband and I and our 2 teenagers took a sunset cruise down the Bosporus. Booking online was easy, we were sent the details of where to meet by WhatsApp and the boat was as described. There were a total of around 30 people on the cruise. On board we were provided with water, orange juice and some snacks including baklava, which was very nice. You could also buy alcoholic drinks. The cruise was a great way to see many of the key sights along the river and helped us get our bearings. We enjoyed ourselves and would highly recommend the trip!
Liam S.
6 days ago
The cruise was excellent. We were picked up on time from the hotel and transported to the port. The boarding was smooth and quick. The starters are pre served on the table and order for mains were taken by the server. The evening was entertaining, packed with various shows and dances. The meals and drinks were good. Highly recommend this activity provider.
Andrea
6 days ago
The staff was very helpful in getting us to the boat. The guide was very knowledgeable and communicated well several different languages. Met some very interesting and friendly passengers.
Vitalina
2 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.
"
Katrin
2 days ago
Great way to party with friends with good food and show. But of course it depends on the expectations. For example, I have hardly seen anything from Istanbul by night, as all the attention is on the show, the food and the dancing..
Amara L.
2 days ago
"An excellent tour. We didn't regret taking it. The guide has a great sense of humor. Informative information. It helps you get to know Istanbul better and look at the main attractions, especially if you don't have time to delve into the details of history on your own.
A very informative program, a professional guide, everything was enjoyable, I recommend it!"
Christopher D.
3 days ago
All wonderful, from start to finish. My husband's birthday was a special event. The organizers were efficient, discreet and helpful. Thank you with all my heart
Didi
3 days ago
It was rainy day but good experience. 90 minutes enjoyed.
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!
Judit W.
3 days ago
This is really the perfekt way to edplorer Istanbul beautiful city. The yacht and the stuff and after all this program is in best category. We are very enjoyed and thank you very much again.
Isabel
3 days ago
A great dinner, everything inside is very charming. We drank a lot of beer, congratulated with a birthday cocktail.
Jamie S.
3 days ago
THIS tour & the evening Bosphorus tour are any visitors must-do. Amazing sights; the bridges, palaces, academy and villas, are ALL screen-savers to say the least. Though the Istanbul heat in August is at a 10yr high. Upper-deck was at capacity. Social-distancing below could be had, but obviously for a reason. Loved it.
Amelia-Rose J.
3 days ago
It was so good so I booked again the night before I left Istanbul, I had a very bad problem with my leg and I couldn't walk so good and they really helped me, I am very grateful with the driver who picked us up and everybody working there, nice people, the show is super complete and funny, the music, the view. I would love to go back again.
Sabrina A.
3 days ago
We loooved Özen! She gave us a one day tour in Istanbul and it was just the perfect day. Her spanish was amazing and she explained the history very detailed, so we we feel that made the most out of our Istanbul trip. She also took us to a beautiful restaurant for lunch, her recommendations were great!
Edison H.
3 days ago
I highly recommend this tour! It match the description. Our guide Can gave good information, and his English was very good. The boat was clean and the food was great. The time was perfect to watch sunset.
Jack
3 days ago
Everything was quick and clear, they contacted us in advance, clarified the details. I really enjoyed the cruise! The boat was decent, not old.
Francesco
3 days ago
been super nice, man doesn't need it any longer
Thiago
3 days ago
Beautiful experience. Super attentive and attentive waiter, he pampered us a lot, he also helped us put the jacket on. Discreet food and really fun and very very nice entertainment. Having heard Bella Ciao gave an extra touch to this experience. Between one course and another we were on the upper bridge to see the landscape .. what about the very punctual transfer. Advise!
Oliver
3 days ago
My wife and I really enjoyed the evening. If your hotel is located on the European side of the city center, free round trip from hotel and back is provided. It really was unforgettable 4 hours and one of the best attractions we visited in Istanbul. Everyone, hosts, service people were nice and considerate. Food was good and the show-excellent, dances from people of Anatolia. Special thanks to the cute young lady who among other dances, performed the belly dance. As our hotel was located downhill next to Taksim square, we had to walk up a steep hill to get to out bus to the cruise pier. (keep calm and face the geography). Driver walked to our hotel and lead us to his bus. Definitely, it was worth it - all well organized cruise.
Djalys B.
3 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
Betsy E.
3 days ago
Really good value for money. Enjoyed the Bosphorus tour and spent decent amount of time on 2 islands. Food was decent and hosts
Radovan M.
5 days ago
More precision for withdrawal times… if you say within 24 hours before you are given information, don't wait for one to contact you worried on the day of the event .. More care needs to be taken in this
Annabella P.
5 days ago
everything perfect, although the purchase said Spanish language, and nobody spoke it. still a good experience
Alice
6 days ago
Everything was great 👍🏽
Halime A.
6 days ago
My husband and I and our 2 teenagers took a sunset cruise down the Bosporus. Booking online was easy, we were sent the details of where to meet by WhatsApp and the boat was as described. There were a total of around 30 people on the cruise. On board we were provided with water, orange juice and some snacks including baklava, which was very nice. You could also buy alcoholic drinks. The cruise was a great way to see many of the key sights along the river and helped us get our bearings. We enjoyed ourselves and would highly recommend the trip!
Liam S.
6 days ago
The cruise was excellent. We were picked up on time from the hotel and transported to the port. The boarding was smooth and quick. The starters are pre served on the table and order for mains were taken by the server. The evening was entertaining, packed with various shows and dances. The meals and drinks were good. Highly recommend this activity provider.
Andrea
6 days ago
The staff was very helpful in getting us to the boat. The guide was very knowledgeable and communicated well several different languages. Met some very interesting and friendly passengers.
Vitalina
2 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.
"
Katrin
2 days ago
Great way to party with friends with good food and show. But of course it depends on the expectations. For example, I have hardly seen anything from Istanbul by night, as all the attention is on the show, the food and the dancing..
Amara L.
2 days ago
"An excellent tour. We didn't regret taking it. The guide has a great sense of humor. Informative information. It helps you get to know Istanbul better and look at the main attractions, especially if you don't have time to delve into the details of history on your own.
A very informative program, a professional guide, everything was enjoyable, I recommend it!"
Christopher D.
3 days ago
All wonderful, from start to finish. My husband's birthday was a special event. The organizers were efficient, discreet and helpful. Thank you with all my heart
Didi
3 days ago
It was rainy day but good experience. 90 minutes enjoyed.
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!
Judit W.
3 days ago
This is really the perfekt way to edplorer Istanbul beautiful city. The yacht and the stuff and after all this program is in best category. We are very enjoyed and thank you very much again.
Isabel
3 days ago
A great dinner, everything inside is very charming. We drank a lot of beer, congratulated with a birthday cocktail.
Jamie S.
3 days ago
THIS tour & the evening Bosphorus tour are any visitors must-do. Amazing sights; the bridges, palaces, academy and villas, are ALL screen-savers to say the least. Though the Istanbul heat in August is at a 10yr high. Upper-deck was at capacity. Social-distancing below could be had, but obviously for a reason. Loved it.
Amelia-Rose J.
3 days ago
It was so good so I booked again the night before I left Istanbul, I had a very bad problem with my leg and I couldn't walk so good and they really helped me, I am very grateful with the driver who picked us up and everybody working there, nice people, the show is super complete and funny, the music, the view. I would love to go back again.
Sabrina A.
3 days ago
We loooved Özen! She gave us a one day tour in Istanbul and it was just the perfect day. Her spanish was amazing and she explained the history very detailed, so we we feel that made the most out of our Istanbul trip. She also took us to a beautiful restaurant for lunch, her recommendations were great!
Edison H.
3 days ago
I highly recommend this tour! It match the description. Our guide Can gave good information, and his English was very good. The boat was clean and the food was great. The time was perfect to watch sunset.
Jack
3 days ago
Everything was quick and clear, they contacted us in advance, clarified the details. I really enjoyed the cruise! The boat was decent, not old.
Francesco
3 days ago
been super nice, man doesn't need it any longer
Thiago
3 days ago
Beautiful experience. Super attentive and attentive waiter, he pampered us a lot, he also helped us put the jacket on. Discreet food and really fun and very very nice entertainment. Having heard Bella Ciao gave an extra touch to this experience. Between one course and another we were on the upper bridge to see the landscape .. what about the very punctual transfer. Advise!
Oliver
3 days ago
My wife and I really enjoyed the evening. If your hotel is located on the European side of the city center, free round trip from hotel and back is provided. It really was unforgettable 4 hours and one of the best attractions we visited in Istanbul. Everyone, hosts, service people were nice and considerate. Food was good and the show-excellent, dances from people of Anatolia. Special thanks to the cute young lady who among other dances, performed the belly dance. As our hotel was located downhill next to Taksim square, we had to walk up a steep hill to get to out bus to the cruise pier. (keep calm and face the geography). Driver walked to our hotel and lead us to his bus. Definitely, it was worth it - all well organized cruise.
Djalys B.
3 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
Betsy E.
3 days ago
Really good value for money. Enjoyed the Bosphorus tour and spent decent amount of time on 2 islands. Food was decent and hosts
Radovan M.
5 days ago
More precision for withdrawal times… if you say within 24 hours before you are given information, don't wait for one to contact you worried on the day of the event .. More care needs to be taken in this
Annabella P.
5 days ago
everything perfect, although the purchase said Spanish language, and nobody spoke it. still a good experience
Alice
6 days ago
Everything was great 👍🏽
Halime A.
6 days ago
My husband and I and our 2 teenagers took a sunset cruise down the Bosporus. Booking online was easy, we were sent the details of where to meet by WhatsApp and the boat was as described. There were a total of around 30 people on the cruise. On board we were provided with water, orange juice and some snacks including baklava, which was very nice. You could also buy alcoholic drinks. The cruise was a great way to see many of the key sights along the river and helped us get our bearings. We enjoyed ourselves and would highly recommend the trip!
Liam S.
6 days ago
The cruise was excellent. We were picked up on time from the hotel and transported to the port. The boarding was smooth and quick. The starters are pre served on the table and order for mains were taken by the server. The evening was entertaining, packed with various shows and dances. The meals and drinks were good. Highly recommend this activity provider.
Andrea
6 days ago
The staff was very helpful in getting us to the boat. The guide was very knowledgeable and communicated well several different languages. Met some very interesting and friendly passengers.
The Best Istanbul Tours 2025
73 tours in Istanbul (Turkey) with the best local guides starting from €4. Top Activities 2025:
December, 31 | 16:00 | Bosphorus Cruise | €15 |
December, 31 | 20:00 | Bosphorus Dinner Night Cruise w/ Dance Show | €35 |
January, 1 | 09:00 | Istanbul - Old city, combination tour | €90 |
January, 1 | 09:00 | Two continents tour by Sea and Land, full day tour | €90 |
January, 1 | 09:00 | Istanbul - Old city, afternoon | €60 |
🏆 Check december-january schedule and book excursions in Istanbul online.