PRIVATE TOURS · LOCAL GUIDES · YOUR PACE
From the old city’s remarkable landmarks to neighbourhood cafés and the Bosphorus. Discover Istanbul with a private guide and a day shaped around you.
Private experiences · Flexible plans · Personal enquiries
MAKE THE CITY YOUR OWN
The Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman heritages... We offer you a private guided Istanbul tour to witness all these heritages with your own eyes. You are visiting: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern & Grand Bazaar.
Depending on when your cruise ship arrives at Istanbul Galata Port, you can take a full-day or half-day private tour of Istanbul with a local guide. You can customize your Istanbul day tour depending on your cultural and historical interests.
Istanbul is the only city situated between the continents and two seas; the Sea of Marmara and the Black Sea. The strait of Istanbul which is called Bosphorus splits the city into two parts; Europe & Asia. Bosphorus houses many historical buildings.
SPECIALLY DESIGNED TOUR FOR FIRST TIME TRAVELLERS
SPECIAL TOUR WITH BEST HIGHLIGHTS OF ISTANBUL
Istanbul Old City Tour & Bosphorus Cruise are together in 2 days. You are visiting the highlights of Istanbul with your private guide. During the tour, you will visit Hagia, Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar, and the Bosphorus.
3 Days Istanbul Tour. The combination of Istanbul Old City Tour, Bosphorus Cruise & Istanbul Asian Side Tour with your private guide. During this tour, you will see visit the treasures of the European and the Asian sides of Istanbul.
A CITY BEST DISCOVERED TOGETHER
One day, a long weekend or a journey beyond Istanbul. Choose an experience, tell us what you love, and shape your plans with a local guide.
Tell us about your trip ↗THE PEOPLE WHO BRING ISTANBUL TO LIFE
Get to know the people behind the stories. Explore their languages, backgrounds and individual profiles.
Language: English , Greek Certificate Year: 2007 I was born in 1974 in Istanbul as the first child of a deaf couple. I hold MA in History from Istanbul Medeniyet University with my thesis.
Language: English Certificate Year: 2011 Hello. This is Sanem. I was born in Izmit in 1989, and in 2010 graduated from the Tourism Guidance Department at Karabuk University.
YOUR JOURNEY, MADE EASIER
MOMENTS FROM OUR GUESTS
IN THEIR OWN WORDS
5.0 / 5
We loved the freedom of this tour. We shared our interests and the guide shaped the day perfectly. Having a private van made everything easy and comfortable.
Priya NairIstanbul Guided Self Schedule Tour ↗5.0 / 5
Perfect shore excursion. Met us close to the port, clear plan, great English, and we saw the main highlights without feeling rushed. Biggest win: smooth return to the ship with time to spare.
Ethan RamirezIstanbul Shore Excursions ↗5.0 / 5
We booked the 2-day private package and it was the perfect way to experience Istanbul for the first time. Day 1 in the Old City was packed but never felt rushed because the guide managed timing and crowds really well. Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque were the big wow moments, and Topkapi finally made sense with a guide explaining the layout and stories. Day 2 was a totally different vibe and we loved that contrast. The Bosphorus cruise was beautiful, and having the guide point out landmarks along the water made it so much more interesting than just taking photos. Ending with Taksim and Istiklal gave us a modern side of the city too. Great balance, very smooth experience.
SEE THE CITY COME ALIVE
Watch our video, then start imagining your own visit.
GO A LITTLE DEEPER
Welcome to Istanbul, where East meets West and every street whispers a story. Our private guided tours are perfect for travelers who want a deeper, personalized experience led by expert local guides. Whether you’re interested in history, food, art, or culture, we tailor each tour to match your pace and interests.
Hiring a private Istanbul guide gives you the flexibility to skip the crowds, go off the beaten path, and connect with the city on a personal level. Our professional guides are licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Tourism and are deeply knowledgeable about Istanbul’s history, from the Byzantine Empire to the Ottoman golden age and beyond.
PROFESSIONAL GUIDING & AGENCY DETAILS
LET’S MAKE IT PERSONAL
Tell us who’s coming, what interests you and when you’d like to visit.
Start your enquiry ↗Agency details & professional organisations →
After booking your private Istanbul tour guide and vehicle with driver, you can start the Istanbul city tour. You can choose your own highlights or consult your guide on where to visit and what to do. Our guides are the most experienced and knowledgeable tour guides in Istanbul. You are free to visit any Istanbul highlights as you desire.
Being the crossroads of the continents, Turkey has many opportunities for the culinary and the mixture of the east and west. We offer you to join the food tour with an empty stomach and leave yourselves to the hands of our guides.
Are you ready to explore the off-the-beaten paths of Istanbul with our local guides? This tour is for those who are really passionate to explore the local life, residents, streets, and neighborhoods of Istanbul. Special tour designed by Istanbul tour guides.
This tour is for those who have already explored the historical sights of Istanbul and desire to explore the hidden gems of the Asian side. Explore Kadıkoy, Uskudar, Kuzguncuk, Beylerbeyi, Çengelköy, and Kanlıca neighborhoods with a guide.
When you arrived at Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gokcen Airport and have at least 6 hours to the next flight, we recommend joining our layover tour instead of spending time at the airport. You will be picked up by our guide from the airport.
This 4 hours itinerary has been created for those keen to witness the empires' heritage with their own eyes and time-limited travelers. Tour includes Roman and Ottoman historical buildings.
Take a short trip between the continents. Istanbul is the only city that gives you this opportunity where Europe and Asia meet. With your professional tour guide, you will see the highlights of the Bosphorus.
We recommend visiting The Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia in the morning because the mosques close at noon and in the afternoon for prayer times. If you have limited time to about 4 hours to explore the best highlights in Istanbul.
In this half-day 4 hours tour, we have created Istanbul Historical Tour, including the Basilica Cistern and the Istanbul Archaeological Museums, with a private guide.
Istanbul was the center of the Ottoman Empire, the sultans were the caliphs of the Muslims until the empire ended in 1924. Many mosques have been built by sultans.
Turkey hosts the Jewish population since the 15th century B.C. During the reign of Bayezid II. Jewish people migrated from Spain, Portugal, and Italy, and settled down in Istanbul. You will visit Neve Shalom, Ashkenazi, Etz-Ahayim Synagogues, and Istanbul Jewish Museum.
Gallipoli was a part of World War I took place. Mainly between the Anzacs and the Turks. Gallipoli is situated on the Dardanelles (Hellespont) Peninsula on the European side of Turkey. Visit Gallipoli in one day from Istanbul with a licensed tour guide and private vehicle.
As the second capital city of the Ottoman Empire between 1361-1453, Edirne houses one of the first Ottoman mosques, still functioning today. We are visiting Selimiye Mosque, Old Mosque, Uc Şerifeli Mosque, and Edirne Health Museum. Daily Tour from Istanbul
The first capital city of the Ottoman Empire between 1299-1361 was situated on the Asian side of Turkey. Bursa is well-known for its unique nature, Turkish architecture, and Ottoman mosques.
Ertugrul and Osman Film Set Tour: On this studio, Dirilis Ertugrul, Yunus Emre; Love’s Journey, Mehmetcik; The TV series Kut’ul-Amâre; The Lion of the Steppe: Celaleddin Harzemsah, Epic; and the movie Turks Coming: The Sword of Justice were shot.
Language: English Certificate Year: 2007 Hi, My name is Semih. I have been working as a tour guide with great enthusiasm in Turkey since 2007. I am licensed and professional.
Language: English Certificate Year: 2014 Hello, This is Memiş. I graduated in 2014 and moved to Istanbul for guidance. Since then I worked for different companies and guests from all around the world.
Language: Spanish , English Certificate Year: 2011 Hola Ustedes!... Yo vivo en Estanbul...Hablo both ingles i espanol.Desde 2011, estoy trabajando officielmente como quia de turismo con mi licencia.
Language: English Certificate Year: 2007 I was born in 1985 in Edirne. Then my university years started for tourist guiding education and at that moment I realized that this profession was the best for me.
Language: Japanese Certificate Year: 2012 皆様、こんにちは! 観光ガイドのヒュルヤと申します。 2011年にチャナッカレオンセキズマルト大学日本語教育学部日本語学科を卒業し、
Language: English Certificate Year: 2016 Hello, Welcome to Istanbul. At the age of 17, I moved to Canada to study English. In 2015, I became a tour guide. I can't wait to take you around to show you my country
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Our tours are proudly operated by Romos Travel Agency, officially registered and licensed under TURSAB No: A-13114. Since 2009, we’ve helped thousands of travelers explore Turkey with confidence and comfort. Our expert guides speak fluent English and provide informative, engaging, and memorable experiences.
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Our tours are completely private and tailored to your group’s interests. Whether you’re a couple celebrating a honeymoon, a solo traveler seeking authentic culture, or a family with kids, we ensure a smooth, enriching experience.
Discover the heart of Istanbul with an expert by your side. Avoid the crowds, follow your curiosity, and experience the city like a local.
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