How do I meet my tour guide?
Your tour guide will meet you at your hotel lobby at the agreed-upon time to begin your Istanbul adventure.

Can I set the departure time for my tour?
Absolutely! As our tours are private, you have the flexibility to choose your preferred departure time.

Can I customize the sights I want to visit?
Of course! You can select the sights, museums, and other attractions based on your preferences in collaboration with your guide.

How do I purchase museum tickets?
There’s no need to buy tickets in advance. Your guide will assist you in purchasing tickets during the tour. Licensed guides have priority access at museum ticket offices for your convenience.

Will I be part of a group tour?
No,this tour is private to ensure a personalized experience. You’ll enjoy the exclusive services of a professional guide in your chosen language.

What are the transportation options?
If you book your tour with a private van, you’ll be picked up from your hotel, taken to the attractions, and returned to your hotel afterward. If not, your guide will meet you at your hotel and suggest the best transportation options, such as taxis or trams.

Can I include shopping in my tour?
We don’t include shopping stops unless requested. If you’d like to visit traditional workshops for handmade rugs, tiles, or jewelry, simply let us know when booking.

How do I book a Private Guided Istanbul Tour?
Booking is simple! Fill out the booking form with your details, including personal information, dates, your hotel or cruise name, and arrival/departure times. After completing the form,sen dus your request by cliking the submit button.We secure your reservation after the deposit payment done. Once payment is confirmed, you’ll receive a confirmation email within 24 hours.

How do I make a payment?
After completing the booking form, use the payment button to make your deposit. The remaining balance can be paid in cash to your tour guide during the tour. We accept payments in USD, Euro, or Turkish Lira.

Will Hagia Sophia’s status affect my tour?
As Hagia Sophia is now a mosque, entry is restricted during prayer times. Your guide will adjust your itinerary accordingly. Entrance is free of charge, but since it’s no longer a museum, skip-the-line privileges do not apply, and you may need to wait in the security line.

What should I know about visiting mosques in Istanbul?

Sultanahmet Mosque and Suleymaniye Mosque are the most famous and have become the attraction point for tourists.

The rules for the female visitors before entering the mosques are that the head and body should be covered in the mosque, but pants aren’t allowed, and although people may think that leggings or jeans cover the body, and even without showing anything, it draws the legs a bit, so it is not considered a suitable outfit for a mosque, however, is available scarfs for the heads and skirt for the body at the entrance of mosques, and it’s free of cost as well as entrance.

For male visitors, pants are allowed, but men should avoid shorts and tank tops, but is also provided for man in case he is not in the dress code.

What additional activities can I do in Istanbul?
Istanbul offers many activities to enhance your visit, such as a Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with traditional Turkish entertainment, a Turkish bath (Hamam), or a whirling dervish show. You can add these to your itinerary through the booking form, and we’ll arrange them for you.

What is the cancellation policy for the Best of Istanbul Tour?
Please refer to our Cancellation Policy for detailed information regarding changes or cancellations.