Private Premium Istanbul Tour Package: 6 Days, 5 Nights
Overview
Private Premium Istanbul Tour Package: 6 Days, 5 Nights
This holiday package introduces you to Istanbul at a relaxed pace, with hotel accommodation, airport transfers, guided tours, Bosphorus cruises and private city exploration arranged for you.
Landmarks, Cruises and Private Car
You discover the landmarks of the Old City, including Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, cruise the Bosphorus, plan your own route on a private city tour by car and enjoy an evening Bosphorus dinner cruise. Along the way there is time for shopping, local food and culture, and photo stops at the city's best-known spots.
History, Shopping and Cuisine
The mix of history, culture, shopping and cuisine, from the Old City to the lively streets of modern Istanbul, suits couples, families and travelers from around the world.
Tour Info
Choose your hotels
A middle-class hotel is included in this package. If you wish another hotel, we can change it: choose it below and only the price difference is added. Availability is confirmed with you.
Choose your check-in date to see the exact prices for your dates.
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Istanbul and Hotel Check-In
You arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST), where our team welcomes you and takes you by private transfer to your hotel in central Istanbul, a middle-class hotel from our selection, confirmed with you in advance. After check-in the rest of the day is free to rest after your flight, stop at a nearby cafe or explore the area.
- Arrival at Istanbul Airport
- Private airport transfer to your hotel
- Hotel check-in and welcome assistance
- Free time to relax or explore locally
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 2 - Premium Istanbul Old City Tour
After breakfast you join a full-day guided Old City tour from 09:00 to 17:00 through the historic heart of Istanbul. You see the city's most famous Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks: Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the ancient Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar. Your guide explains the city's cultural heritage, and there is free time along the way for photos, shopping and local experiences.
- 09:00 - Hotel pick-up and departure
- 10:00 - Hagia Sophia
- 11:30 - Blue Mosque and Hippodrome
- 13:00 - Lunch break
- 14:00 - Topkapi Palace
- 16:00 - Free time at the Grand Bazaar
- 17:00 - Return to your hotel; free evening
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 3 - Bosphorus Cruise and City Exploration
After breakfast you set out on a full-day Bosphorus cruise and city tour from 09:00 to 17:00, seeing Istanbul between two continents. Highlights include Dolmabahce Palace, the Bosphorus Bridge, Ortakoy, the waterfront Ottoman mansions and panoramic views from the water. There is free time for photos, local cafes and shopping.
- 09:00 - Hotel pick-up and departure
- 10:00 - Bosphorus cruise
- 12:00 - Panoramic Bosphorus sightseeing
- 13:00 - Lunch break
- 14:30 - Dolmabahce area and free exploration
- 16:00 - Shopping and photo stops
- 17:00 - Return to your hotel; free evening
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 4 - Full-Day Private Istanbul City Tour
This private tour by car is fully flexible. Before the tour you choose the places you would like to see, such as Galata Tower, Balat, Karakoy, Ortakoy, Taksim, Dolmabahce Palace, the Old City and the Bosphorus viewpoints. You can spend as long as you like at each stop while your private driver waits nearby.
Suggested routes:
- Popular Instagram Route: Galata Tower, Karakoy, Balat, Fener, Ortakoy and the Bosphorus viewpoints
- Luxury Istanbul Experience: Dolmabahce Palace, Bebek, Ortakoy, the Bosphorus coast, Galataport and Nisantasi
- Mixed City Highlights: Old City, Galata, Taksim, Balat, the Bosphorus and the Asian Side
You can also build your own route before or during the tour around your interests, shopping plans, photo stops or sightseeing wishes.
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 5 - Free Day and Bosphorus Dinner Cruise
After breakfast the day is yours to spend at your own pace: shopping, local cafes, sightseeing or simply exploring. You can visit well-known shopping districts, traditional bazaars, modern malls and quieter local corners of the city before the evening program begins.
In the evening you join a Bosphorus dinner cruise from 19:00 to 23:30, with dinner, live entertainment, music performances and night views of Istanbul as you sail between the European and Asian shores.
- 10:00 - Free morning and personal exploration
- 13:00 - Shopping and relaxing
- 19:00 - Hotel pick-up for the dinner cruise
- 20:00 - Bosphorus dinner cruise
- 21:00 - Live shows and entertainment
- 23:30 - Return to your hotel
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 6 - Departure from Istanbul
After breakfast at your hotel you are transferred to Istanbul Airport (IST) for your departure flight. This is the end of our services.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- ✓5 Nights Hotel Accommodation with Breakfast – a Middle-Class Hotel from Our Selection, Confirmed by Availability and with Your Approval
- ✓Airport Pick-Up and Drop-Off Transfers
- ✓Guided Istanbul Old City Tour
- ✓Bosphorus Cruise
- ✓Private Istanbul City Tour by Car
- ✓Bosphorus Dinner Cruise
- ✓Professional English-Speaking Assistance
- ✓Photo Stops at Iconic Locations
- ✓Daily Trip Planning and Support
- ✓All Local Taxes and Service Charges
- ✕International Flights
- ✕Personal Expenses
- ✕Dinners
- ✕Optional Tours and Activities
- ✕Travel Insurance
- ✕Tips for Guide and Driver
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel free of charge up to 7 days before the tour for a full refund. Cancellations within 7 days of the tour are not refundable. All times are local time.
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Premium Istanbul tour package for 6 days: what you need to know
This private six-day package shows you Istanbul at a relaxed pace, from $1,050 per person. Five nights in a central middle-class hotel from our selection with breakfast, private airport transfers, a guided Old City tour, a full-day Bosphorus cruise, a private city tour by car on the route you choose, an evening Bosphorus dinner cruise, English-speaking assistance and daily trip planning are included.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Duration | 6 days, 5 nights |
| Price | from $1,050 per person |
| Hotel | 5 nights with breakfast, a middle-class central hotel, confirmed with your approval |
| Included | Airport transfers, Old City tour, Bosphorus cruise, private city tour by car, Bosphorus dinner cruise, assistance, local taxes |
| Not included | International flights, other dinners, optional tours, travel insurance, tips |
How many days do you need in Istanbul?
Five or six days is a comfortable length for a first visit: enough for the great landmarks with a guide, a day on the Bosphorus, a day to see the modern neighbourhoods, and time to wander without a schedule. This package is built exactly that way, with one guided highlight each day and free time around it.
What does the 6-day itinerary include?
| Day | Programme |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival, private transfer, hotel check-in |
| Day 2 | Old City tour, 09:00 to 17:00: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar |
| Day 3 | Bosphorus cruise and city exploration: Dolmabahce Palace, Bosphorus Bridge, Ortakoy, waterfront mansions |
| Day 4 | Private city tour by car on your own route: for example Galata Tower, Karakoy, Balat, Fener, Ortakoy, Bebek, Galataport, Nisantasi |
| Day 5 | Free day, then a Bosphorus dinner cruise from 19:00 to 23:30 with dinner and live entertainment |
| Day 6 | Breakfast and transfer to the airport |
What makes the premium package different from the 4-day package?
Two experiences that the 4-day package does not include. On day four a private car and driver are yours for the day: you choose the stops, from the colourful streets of Balat to the shops of Nisantasi, and the driver waits while you explore. On day five you have a free day followed by an evening on the Bosphorus with dinner and entertainment as the palaces and bridges light up.
| Istanbul package | Length | Highlights | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Istanbul city tour package | 4 days | Old City and Bosphorus | $699 per person |
| This package | 6 days | Adds private car tour, dinner cruise, free day | $1,050 per person |
| Ultimate Istanbul package | 8 days | Adds the Princes' Islands and a hammam day | $1,499 per person |
| All-inclusive Istanbul package | 10 days | Adds a two-continent food tour | $1,750 per person |
What would these experiences cost separately?
| Experience | Price from |
|---|---|
| Full-day Old City small-group tour with lunch | $199 per person |
| Private city tour by Mercedes Vito | $220 per vehicle |
| Bosphorus dinner cruise with Turkish night show | $90 per person |
The package combines them with five hotel nights, transfers and daily planning support in one booking.
Who is this package for?
Couples, families and friends visiting Istanbul for the first time who want the main sights arranged and some freedom to explore. The private car day is especially useful for families and for anyone who finds Istanbul's hills and public transport tiring.
When is the best time to go?
April to June and September to November are ideal for sightseeing and for the dinner cruise deck. Summer is busy; winter is quieter, and the dinner cruise is enjoyed mostly indoors with the city lights outside.
What should you bring?
Comfortable shoes, modest clothing for the mosques, smart-casual clothes for the dinner cruise, a light jacket for the Bosphorus, and your list of must-see places for the private car day.
How do you book?
Choose your dates on this page and send the form, or message us on WhatsApp with your flights. We confirm your hotel with your approval and send the plan in writing; you pay only after confirmation. For more ideas see our Istanbul tours and our Turkey tour packages.
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