SHORE EXCURSIONS · TURKEY
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The 11 most popular istanbul shore excursions for cruise passengers. The trips that get you to the sights and back to the ship on time, with run times, prices and the operator behind each one.
Istanbul’s biggest icons in one long day: Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar, and key Byzantine stops.
Most Popular“This tour could have been more enjoyable, if the tour guide was more attentive.”
Private Istanbul shore tour with pickup and skip-the-line visits to Hagia Sophia, Topkapi, Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, and Grand Bazaar.
“Our tour with Sercan was outstanding. His love and passion for Istanbul, Turkey, culture and history was truly remarkable. We have not ever had a guide as knowledgeable and thoughtful. Flexible tour catered to your needs! Highly recommended !”
Istanbul shore excursion: private 4–5 hour route to Hagia Sophia, Sunken Palace, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, and Grand Bazaar.
“Erkan was an excellent tour guide and companion. He tailored the tour to match our individual requests and was a most gracious host. He represents his city and nation well.”
Istanbul private cruise shore tour with Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia sights, then a 4-course dinner and belly-dance floorshow with wine.
“Our driver picked us up as scheduled. He pointed relevant landmarks and buildings on our way to the restaurant. We had a great seating location. The dinner was delicious with a bottle of wine and bottled waters included in the price. The show was fun and entertaining. A great night!”
Small-group Bosphorus cruise plus Egyptian Spice Bazaar shore trip from Istanbul port, with landmark views and time to browse spices.
“Despite the rainy weather, the guide was very pleasant and very willing to answer all our questions.”
Private half-day Istanbul shore tour to Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome and the Grand Bazaar with port pickup and an English guide.
“This private tour was excellent. Our guide Selcuk Ersan was very knowledgeable in answering our questions about Istanbul and Turkey. A van and driver transported us between sights. The sights were beautiful The Blue Mosque was closed on our day so we went to another Mosque which was breathtaking. The tour was at our pace…”
Istanbul shore excursion with a small-group guide, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia audio rules, Topkapi Palace, and Grand Bazaar, tickets handled.
“The guide was exceptional his commentary throughout the tour. The vehicle was very clean and modern we felt throughout the tour. I highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in experiencing Istanbul.”
A small-group Istanbul shore day hitting Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Hippodrome, and the Grand Bazaar, with lunch and port pickup.
“Our tour guide was really great....Very knowledgeable and friendly. Definitely recommend to anyone in the area!”
A 7-hour Istanbul shore excursion with guided visits to Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, and Grand Bazaar lunch.
“Great experience. Our guide was superb, very knowledgeable but so easy to listen to. She made the tour,”
Private 1–2 day Istanbul shore tour with van and guide: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi, markets, palace, ferry and more.
“What an amazing day! Fatma was incredible, so kind and informative, this was the best way to see the city! We learned so much and got to try so many different Turkish foods and treats as well. I would highly recommend this tour and would request Fatma as your guide!!!!”
A 5-hour Istanbul cruise excursion hitting Topkapi (outside), Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, and the Grand Bazaar.
“Our tour guide was the best! He gave us such educational and interesting history of Turkey. We saw the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome,the Palace and the Grand Bazaar.”
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