Istanbul: all 26 tours and excursions for your cruise

Explore Istanbul at your leisure during your full-day (8 Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car or van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace Museum, Grand Bazaar, Hippodrome,...

Explore Istanbul at your leisure during your half-day (4 Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace Museum, Grand Bazaar, Hippodrome,...

Explore Istanbul at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace Museum, Grand Bazaar, Hippodrome,...

Explore Istanbul at your leisure during your half-day (4 Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace Museum, Grand Bazaar, Hippodrome,...

Indulge your senses with the scenic splendour of the Bosphorus Strait at sunset during this bespoke, half-day dinner cruise experience. Istanbul, Galatapor Pier, Exclusive, Private Yacht, Bosphorus Strait, Sunset Cruise, DinnerDepart directly from Galataport pier, where your exclusive private yatchs awaits for a magical evening along the Bosphorus Strait. Settle in for a picturesque 1.5-hour sunset cruise, as you sail through the only city in the world that spans two continents, Europe and Asia....

Guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair can explore the rich history of Istanbul during this half-day, ADA-friendly sightseeing excursion. Beylerbeyi ParkDepart the pier in an ADA-approved vehicle for the scenic drive toward Beylerbeyi Park, nestled along the shores of the Bosphorus in Istanbul, a serene and picturesque green space offering a tranquil escape from the city's bustle. Encompassing lush gardens, stately trees, and scenic views of the strait, it is the...

Indulge your senses with a spectacular dinner experience in Istanbul during this amazing, half-day epicurean excursion at the renowned Ciragan Palace Hotel Kempinski. Istanbul, Ciragan Palace Hotel Kempinski, Tugra Restaurant Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to the spectacular Ciragan Palace Hotel Kempinski. The only Ottoman Imperial Palace & Hotel on the Bosphorus, the Ciragan Palace truly reflects the legendary opulence of the Ottoman Empire. This former residence...

Experience a taste of traditional Turkish culture and cuisine during this private, half-day sightseeing excursion exclusively for Silversea guests. Istanbul, Dede Efendi Museum, Wooden Mansion, Former Efendi Home, Private VisitDepart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to the Dede Efendi Museum. Dede Efendi is one of the biggest names in classical Turkish music. The influence of his works today are as fresh as when he first created them. Efendi wrote hundreds of songs, and...

Discover the secrets to preparing traditional Turkish cuisine during this private and interactive, full-day cooking class excursion with lunch. Istanbul, Kurtulus, Local Food Shops and Farmers' Markets, Meet the OwnersDepart the pier with your guide for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to Kurtulus (formerly Tatavla). One of Istanbul's most historic neighbourhoods, Kurtulus is a place where Jews, Armenians, and other Christians still live together in peace to this day. Upon arrival, it's...

Discover unique insight into the lives and art of the Ottoman Sultans of the early-19th century during this picturesque, half-day sightseeing excursion. Istanbul, Dolmabahce Palace, Service Buildings, Clock Tower, Rear GardenDepart the pier for the short drive to the official residence of the Ottoman Sultans after Topkapi Palace. Dolmabahce Palace was built in 1856 by Sultan Abdülmedjid, and, from this point on, served as the official residence of the Ottoman Sultans. The expansive, 151,559-square-yard...

Experience an Ottoman Summer Palace, a cruise on the Bosphorus and the best of Asian Istanbul during this panoramic, half-day sightseeing excursion. Bosphorus Boat-Cruise, Castles, Minarets, Landmarks, Luxury Hotels, Villas, Palaces, FortressesDepart the pier and drive a short distance to embark a private boat for a picturesque cruise on the Bosphorus. Mark Twain, once a steamship captain on the Mississippi, waxed lyrically about the Bosphorus. During your cruise, take in panoramic views of a...

Explore the historic treasures of Istanbul during this scenic and informative, half-day sightseeing tour of the Pera District. Galatasaray High School, Çiçek Pasaji, French Street, Historic Churches, Pera Palace Hotel, TeaDepart the pier for approximately 20-minute drive to Istiklal Avenue. Upon arrival, your guided walking tour begins in the middle of Istiklal Avenue where you will see Galatasaray High School, Çiçek Pasaji and French Street. Across the avenue from...

Discover Istanbul's historic treasures during this memorable, half-day orientation tour of the city. HippodromeDepart the pier for a scenic drive toward the Hippodrome, the centre of Byzantium's life for nearly 1,000 years, and for another 400 during Ottoman rule. With seating for 100,000, the Hippodrome was Constantinople's political and entertainment hub, hosting gladiator fights, chariot races, and other sporting events. The most prominent monument remaining today is the impressive...

Experience the splendid beauty, lifestyles and traditions of Istanbul during this picturesque, half-day excursion by land and sea. Bosphorus CruiseDepart the pier and embark an exclusive, private boat for a leisurely two hours cruise on the Bosphorus, one of the world's most storied and beautiful waterways. As you glide along the shimmering waters, pass by elegant domes and minarets standing majestically on the shores, tiny fishing boats bobbing in the wake of huge ships and lovely natural...

Experience a unique and authentic excursion during this half-day tour. Depart the pier with your guide for the short drive to the fragrant and colourful Istanbul Spice Market Spice MarketFind the flavour of Istanbul known as the Egyptian Bazaar in Turkish (Misir Carsisi), this is of one of the best places from where to take a taste of the city home with you. One of numerous markets in Istanbul, this is a great one to stroll through, sampling the aromatic air of spices from across Turkey, the...

Discover the historic treasures of Istanbul during this delightful, half-day orientation tour of the city.Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to the 15th-century Topkapi Palace, seat of the Ottoman Empire for nearly four centuries. Along the way, pass through the bustling Karakoy District, then cross the Golden Horn en route to the Old City. Topkapi PalaceUpon arrival at the Topkapi Palace, which was converted into a museum in 1924, begin your guided walking tour. Explore...

Explore Istanbul through the centuries during this scenic and memorable, full-day introduction to some of the city's major attractions.Byzantine City WallsDepart the pier for the drive through Old Istanbul, crossing the Galata Bridge. Your guide will point out the Suleymaniye Mosque, one of the most important mosques of the Ottoman Empire, before you drive along the city walls surrounding the ancient city. Byzantine HippodromeAfter panoramic drive, visit the Byzantine Hippodrome, once the heart of...

Experience the timeless beauty of Istanbul as twilight paints the city in golden and rose hues during this panoramic evening excursion that combines a Bosphorus cruise with a visit to the Çamlica Radio Tower. Bosphorus CruiseDepart the pier and enjoy a gentle walk to the nearby pier where your Bosphorus boat awaits. Step aboard and settle into the comfortable, covered deck for a scenic cruise along the legendary strait that separates Europe and Asia. As you glide past ornate Ottoman palaces,...

Visit the main highlights of Istanbul with your exclusive guide on this full day excursion by private vehicle. Your private tour will involve:Blue Mosque, Byzantine Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace, St. Sophia Mosque, and Grand Bazaar Free time for lunch at your leisure will be included in the itinerary and your guide will be able to make recommendations based on your requirements.For the detailed itinerary of this private excursion, please see the description of IST-104.Points of interestspoints of interest...

Visit the main highlights of Istanbul with your exclusive guide on this full day excursion by private vehicle. Your private tour will involve:Blue Mosque, Byzantine Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace, St. Sophia Mosque, and Grand Bazaar Free time for lunch at your leisure will be included in the itinerary and your guide will be able to make recommendations based on your requirements.For the detailed itinerary of this private excursion, please see the description of IST-104.Points of interestspoints of interest...

Visit the main highlights of Istanbul with your exclusive guide on this full day excursion by private vehicle. Your private tour will involve:Blue Mosque, Byzantine Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace, St. Sophia Mosque, and Grand Bazaar Free time for lunch at your leisure will be included in the itinerary and your guide will be able to make recommendations based on your requirements.For the detailed itinerary of this private excursion, please see the description of IST-104.Points of interestspoints of interest...

Visit the main highlights of Istanbul with your exclusive guide on this full day excursion by private vehicle. Your private tour will involve:Byzantine Hippodrome, St. Sophia Mosque, Topkapi Palace and Grand Bazaar Free time for lunch at your leisure will be included in the itinerary and your guide will be able to make recommendations based on your requirements. Detailed Itinerary: The HippodromeYour day will start here, at the Hippodrome, where you can picture yourself an other side of ancient...

Visit the main highlights of Istanbul with your exclusive guide on this two-day excursion by private vehicle. Your private tour will involve:DAY 1: Underground Cistern, Byzantine Hippodrome, St. Sophia Mosque and Topkapi Palace DAY 2: Dolmabahce Palace, Suleymaniye Mosque, Spice Market and Grand BazaarFree time for lunch at your leisure will be included in the itinerary and your guide will be able to make recommendations based on your requirements.For the detailed itinerary of the private excursion...

Visit the main highlights of Istanbul with your exclusive guide on this two-day excursion by private vehicle. Your private tour will involve:DAY 1: Underground Cistern, Byzantine Hippodrome, St. Sophia Mosque and Topkapi Palace DAY 2: Dolmabahce Palace, Suleymaniye Mosque, Spice Market and Grand BazaarFree time for lunch at your leisure will be included in the itinerary and your guide will be able to make recommendations based on your requirements.For the detailed itinerary of the private excursion...

Visit the main highlights of Istanbul with your exclusive guide on this two-day excursion by private vehicle. Your private tour will involve:DAY 1: Underground Cistern, Byzantine Hippodrome, St. Sophia Mosque and Topkapi Palace DAY 2: Dolmabahce Palace, Suleymaniye Mosque, Spice Market and Grand BazaarFree time for lunch at your leisure will be included in the itinerary and your guide will be able to make recommendations based on your requirements.For the detailed itinerary of the private excursion...

Visit the main highlights of Istanbul with your exclusive guide on this two-day excursion by private vehicle. Your private tour will involve: DAY 1: Underground Cistern , Byzantine Hippodrome, St. Sophia Mosque and Topkapi Palace DAY 2: Dolmabahce Palace, Suleymaniye Mosque, Spice Market and Grand Bazaar Free time for lunch at your leisure will be included in the itinerary and your guide will be able to make recommendations based on your requirements. Detailed Itinerary:DAY 1 Underground CisternDepart...