Explore the highlights of Istanbul in just one day on this convenient, private guided tour.
Capture the details and feel the atmosphere of the Old City by walking from place to place. All the museums and highlights are relatively close to each other, so the walking will not be extreme.
Begin with a walk through the heart of the city of Constantin to visit the dramatic former basilica of the Hagia Sophia. Move on to the Blue Mosque, officially known as the Sultanahmet Mosque. Continue to Topkapi Palace, a relic of the glory days of the great Ottoman Empire. You will also visit the Hippodrome, the ancient stadium built in 203 AD by the Roman Emperor Septimus Severus. See the Egyptian Obelisk, the Serpentine Column, and the Constantine Column. You'll also get to check out the gazebo-like German Fountain of Wilhelm II, made from 8 marble columns. During the tour, your local guide will answer all your questions and keep you informed about all the places you see. The best part? With the tickets we already have for you, you will get to skip all the entrance lines!
At the end of the monument and sightseeing, we’ll stop at the Grand Bazaar; one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with hundreds of small handicraft shops selling everything from handmade carpets to Turkish coffee. Pick up a souvenir if you wish!
Our guide will be ready at your disposal in your hotel on time you requested .As soon as you meet our licenced guide, he/she can make the list of places you may interest than follow the program.
You either can make interior visits to sites or explain from outside
You have 1 to 4 hours to discover İstanbul with our licenced professional tour guide.
Suggestions to visit (of course it is not possible to visit all sights below, in one day)
St. Sophia
Topkapi Palace
Basilica Cistern
Grand Bazaar
Egyptian Bazaar
Dolmabahçe Palace
Beylerbeyi Palace
Bosphorus
Rüstem Paşa Mosque
Blue Mosque
Süleymaniye Mosque
Eyüp Sultan Mosque & Tomb
Miniatürk
Our guide will be ready at your disposal in your hotel on the time you request. As soon as you meet our licenced guide, he/she can make the list of places you may interest rather than follow the program, if that's your preference.
You either can make interior visits to sites or explain from outside
You have 1 to 8 hours to discover Istanbul with our licenced professional tour guide.
Suggestions to visit are (of course it is not possible to visit all sights below, in one day):
- St. Sophia
- Topkapi Palace
- Basilica Cistern
- Grand Bazaar
- Egyptian Bazaar
- Dolmabahçe Palace
- Beylerbeyi Palace
- Bosphorus
- Rüstem Paşa Mosque
- Blue Mosque
- Süleymaniye Mosque
- Eyüp Sultan Mosque & Tomb
- Miniatürk
This is a great chance for you to explore Istanbul with a professional guide, where you and the guide can even initially decide to explore the places and attractions that interest you the most.
Experience the stunning landscapes and rich history of Turkey on this unforgettable journey.
Begin in the surreal valleys of Göreme in Cappadocia, where fairy chimneys rise from the ground and hot air balloons fill the sky. Explore Kusadasi and visit the sacred House of Virgin Mary, then wander through the ancient city of Ephesus, a masterpiece of classical architecture.
Admire Pamukkale’s striking white travertine terraces before relaxing along the turquoise coast. Discover Bodrum, Marmaris, and the breathtaking beaches of Ölüdeniz and Kaputaş. Explore Antalya’s historic treasures, including Aspendos and Perge, and enjoy the seaside charm of Side and Kemer.
Optionally, extend your adventure to vibrant Istanbul, a city steeped in history and culture.
This was my first tour with Explore and i was thrilled with my experience. Everything was perfect, the accommodation definitely exceeded my expectations, the guide was extremely friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and flexible to the individual needs of our group members. The itinerary and sights that we saw were perfect - we had a truly immersive experience of Cappadocia, but with enough free time to get those extra things ticked off too.
Discover secrets of ancient Greece on this private, one-day Ephesus tour, available for departures from your hotel in Istanbul. Highlights include the UNESCO-listed ancient city of Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary, the Isabey Mosque from the Seljuks period, and the Temple of Artemis, which is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World!
In the morning, our transfer car will pick you up from your hotel and drop you off at the Istanbul airport. Take a domestic flight to Izmir which is the third biggest city in Turkey. From here, our tour car will pick you and take you on the tour in Ephesus. Lunch is included in a traditional local restaurant.