Golden Horn & Modern Istanbul: 1-Day Private Tour
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OVERVIEW
A Day Along the Golden Horn and Through Modern Istanbul
Golden Horn & Modern Istanbul is a private one-day tour through the Golden Horn and the modern city: the Suleiman Mosque and the old city walls, Chora Church, the Eyüp Mosque, Pierre Loti Café, Dolmabahçe Palace and Taksim. You travel with your own guide and driver, not as part of a shared group, and pricing starts from 70 USD per person for parties of 10 or more.
1 Day
Duration
Istanbul
Departure
Istanbul
Return
Private, guided
Style
✓ 100% private tour, no joining a group
✓ Licensed local guides
✓ Flexible dates & group sizes
✓ Free, no-obligation quote
FROM
$70 per person
For groups of 10 or more. See the full price table below.
Tailored to your dates and group size
WHAT’S INCLUDED
What the Price Covers
Here is what the price includes, and what it does not.
What's Included
Admission fees, tax and service charges
Services of a Professional English-speaking tour guide who is licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Tourism and an expert on Turkey’s history and culture
Local transportation by a private chauffeur driven deluxe van with A/C
All transfers and touring as per itinerary from arrival to departure
VAT
What's Not Included
Customary end-of-tour gratuities to the guide and drivers
Lunch
Final pricing depends on season, group size and hotel category.
DAY BY DAY
One day in Istanbul with a private guide and driver.
Day 1: Suleiman Mosque, Chora Church, Eyüp, Pierre Loti Café and Dolmabahçe Palace
Guided Day
Today we will drive to see the Mosque of Suleiman The Magnificent with the ancient city walls then we will see The Saint Saviour- Chora Church which is covered with the intricate golden mosaics inspired from the Bible and the life of Virgin Mary, Jesus… Then we drive to see the Eyüp Mosque and witness the religious life and their ritual visits to tomb of beloved friend of Prophet Muhammed, then we climb up to hill to have a beautiful view over the golden horn in Pierre Loti Café. After your lunch we drive to the Ottoman palace called Dolmabahçe Palace which is located on the shores of Bosphorus and built in Baroque style in 1856.Then we go to see the life of Istanbul citizens in Taksim. We guarantee that you will gain different perspectives of the life of this fabulous city throughout the day.
PHOTO GALLERY
Moments From the Route
A few photographs from the places this tour passes through.
PRICING
Prices
2 Participants
$190
4 Participants
$120
6 Participants
$95
8 Participants
$80
10+ Participants · Best Value
$70
Prices change with the season and the month of travel. Please ask for the real price valid for the time you are planning to travel.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Quick answers about what is included, how the days run and how to adjust this trip to you.
What does the price cover?
The price covers: admission fees, tax and service charges; services of a Professional English-speaking tour guide who is licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Tourism and an expert on Turkey’s history and culture; local transportation by a private chauffeur driven deluxe van with A/C; all transfers and touring as per itinerary from arrival to departure; vAT.
Is this a private tour?
Yes. Your own guide and driver travel with just your party for all 1 day, with no joining a shared bus or group itinerary.
How is the price calculated?
Price depends on group size, from 70 USD per person for 10 or more travelers up to 190 USD per person for a party of 2. Prices vary by season, so ask for the exact rate for your travel dates.
What is not included?
Customary end-of-tour gratuities to the guide and drivers; Lunch.
Where does the tour start and end?
The tour starts in Istanbul and ends back in Istanbul.
Can I customize this itinerary?
Yes. This is our standard plan, and dates, pace and stops can be adjusted around your interests. Tell us what you want when you request your quote.
Ready to See Istanbul’s Golden Horn Your Way?
A private guide and driver, your own pace for the whole day. Tell us your dates and group size and we’ll send a tailored quote.