The early start is worth it when you get to spend the day in this fascinating metropolis on the Bosphorus Strait – the only city in the world located on two continents. You'll catch an early-morning flight to Turkey's largest city and spend a day exploring its rich heritage. You'll have the chance to visit the Blue Mosque, the Topkapi Palace and Galata Bridge. There's also the option of taking a cruise on the Bosporus and having dinner by the Galata Bridge before heading back to the airport.

On way to Istanbul, bus left us at airport at 4am with no English info on which flight or which checkin desk, had to follow Russian tourists. On arrival in Istanbul, the guide holding the placard was for a group of Russians, no English spoken. We were passed to another guide but they were leading a party of Polish people. No English commentary. Lots of pressure to buy extras. On way back at Antalya airport 2am, bus driver disappeared leaving ~8 of us stranded with no info on which bus to get on.

Das Aufpreise auf uns zukommen wurde gesagt aber es wäre transparenter wenn die Preise für alle vorher kommuniziert worden wären. Sonst war alles okay.

Istanbul ist eine Reise wert

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Man hätte bei der Buchung sagen können das die Tour in Istanbul nochmal für jeden über 150€ kostet das sind bei 4 Leuten eine Menge Geld, außerdem bekamen wir sehr wenig zu sehen es sei der Stau in dem wir über 2 Stunden standen war eine attraktion, also wir können die Reise leider nicht empfehlen.

Why you’ll love this…

You'll enjoy a guided tour of Istanbul, Turkey's largest city, to check out its history and heritage
There'll be a visit to the Blue Mosque, with optional visits to Topkapi Palace
You can also choose to take a cruise on the Bosporus that includes dinner by the Galeta Bridge

Important to know

This excursion is a long day, which involves lots of walking, so it may not be suitable for children or guests who are less mobile
Pick-up times can vary depending on your flight. Guests will be informed of collection time one day before the excursion
You'll need your passport to travel
Admission to the Topkapi Palace is not included
Food and drink not included
Optional Bosphorus cruise and dinner available
Bring your passport or official eu identification
Food and drinks not included

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What’s included

Transport
Return flights to Istanbul from Antalya
Guide

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Pickup points

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TANTUR TURIZM SEYAHAT A.S

What people say about this experience

4.3/5

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Based on 32 reviews

Review categories

Value for money

3.9/5

Service

4.3/5

Safety

4.3/5

Staff

4.3/5

All ratings (32)

5 stars (17)

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4 stars (10)

31%

3 stars (3)

2 stars (1)

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Mark
Travelled with family
4 September 2025
1.8
United Kingdom
On way to Istanbul, bus left us at airport at 4am with no English info on which flight or which checkin desk, had to follow Russian tourists. On arrival in Istanbul, the guide holding the placard was for a group of Russians, no English spoken. We were passed to another guide but they were leading a party of Polish people. No English commentary. Lots of pressure to buy extras. On way back at Antalya airport 2am, bus driver disappeared leaving ~8 of us stranded with no info on which bus to get on.
S
Scholli
Travelled as a couple
20 September 2025
4.2
Germany
Das Aufpreise auf uns zukommen wurde gesagt aber es wäre transparenter wenn die Preise für alle vorher kommuniziert worden wären. Sonst war alles okay.
K
Klaus Runge
Travelled as a couple
20 September 2025
5
Germany
Istanbul ist eine Reise wert
H
Hajni B.
Travelled with family
23 August 2025
5
Germany
Der Reiseleiter verstand es ausgezeichnet geschichtlich interessante Informationen kurzweilig zu vermitteln. Er konnte alle Fragen beantworten.
P
Peter Müller
Travelled with family
5 July 2025
1.4
Germany
Man hätte bei der Buchung sagen können das die Tour in Istanbul nochmal für jeden über 150€ kostet das sind bei 4 Leuten eine Menge Geld, außerdem bekamen wir sehr wenig zu sehen es sei der Stau in dem wir über 2 Stunden standen war eine attraktion, also wir können die Reise leider nicht empfehlen.
C
Conny Werner-Hammer
Travelled as a couple
6 October 2025
4.6
Germany