Istanbul Stopover Tour with Private Guide & Transfers

Start Point: Istanbul or Sabiha Gokcen Airport

Istanbul Stopover Tour with Private Guide & Transfers

Istanbul is one of the world’s busiest aviation hubs, with thousands of international passengers connecting through Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gökçen Airport every day.

Turn your waiting time into a memorable travel experience with a Private Istanbul Layover Tour. Instead of spending hours at the airport, discover the city’s historic Old Town, remarkable architecture, and cultural highlights with a professional local guide.

Depending on your available time, your Istanbul airport stopover tour will include famous landmarks such as Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, and the Grand Bazaar.

After exploring the heart of Istanbul, you will be transferred back to the airport for your onward flight, taking unforgettable memories with you.

Tour Info
  • Destinations: Istanbul
  • Duration: 6 - 8 Hours
  • Start Point:
  • End Point:
  • Inclusions: Private Tour, Licensed Tour Guide, Transportation by Private Vehicle, Round-trip Airport Transfer, Skip-the-Line Access to Buy Tickets
  • Exclusions: Museum Tickets & Attraction Fees, Meals & Drinks, Gratuity (Suggested)
  • Sight to See: Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace Museum, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, Basilica Cistern, Hippodrome Square, German Fountain

You will meet your tour guide and van at Istanbul New Airport (IST) or Istanbul SAW Airport to start your Istanbul layover tour, including the city's main attractions. You will be transferred to the Old City area and the tour will start. 

The itinerary of Istanbul Stopover Tour will be like the following;

Highlights of Topkapi Palace Museum (Topkapi Sarayi): Topkapi Palace is a great monument of Oriental architecture that reflects the power of the Ottoman Empire.

Byzantine Hippodrome/Sultanahmet Square: The site of chariot races in Roman times. Its Egyptian Column dates back to the Byzantine Empire. Today, the German Fountain is the centerpiece of the square.

Hagia Sophia: Also known as Ayasofya or Santa Sofia, was constructed in the 6th century under the patronage of Emperor Justinian. It holds significant historical and religious prominence in both Christian and Islamic traditions. 

Blue Mosque: Constructed in the early 1600s for Sultan Ahmet I of the Ottoman Empire, stands as a remarkable architectural masterpiece. Despite its massive scale, the delicate proportions of this structure showcase exemplary craftsmanship and artistry.

Basilica Cistern: Built in the 6th century during the Byzantine period, the Basilica Cistern is one of Istanbul’s most fascinating underground landmarks. Its marble columns, atmospheric lighting, and reflections on the water create a unique and unforgettable experience.

Grand Bazaar: Also known as Kapali Carsi, is the largest and oldest covered market in the world, boasting over 4,000 shops. Visitors can explore a wide variety of colorful products, including ceramics, leather goods, rugs, carpets, handicrafts, clothing, silver, and gold.

After the tour, you will be transferred back to the airport in time for your flight. 

This is the end of our service. We sincerely hope to welcome you as our guest again!

  • Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays.
  • Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays so will be replaced with Spice Market if your Istanbul tour is on that day.
  • Children aged 7 and under are free of charge. Please make sure that you have passport copies of children as we have to verify their ages at museums for free tickets.
  • On Fridays, Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque entrance will be restricted between 12:30pm - 14:30pm during Friday praying
Inclusions
  • Private Tour
  • Licensed Tour Guide
  • Transportation by Private Vehicle
  • Round-trip Airport Transfer
  • Skip-the-Line Access to Buy Tickets
Exclusions
  • Museum Tickets & Attraction Fees
  • Meals & Drinks
  • Gratuity (Suggested)
24 Hour - Free cancellation

You are eligible for a full refund if you cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time of the experience.

However, if you cancel within 24 hours of the start time, no refund will be issued, and we will not be able to accept any modification requests during this period.

Please note that all cancellation deadlines are based on local time.