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Tour guides are licensed professionals with at least 10+ years of experience, and tours are generated for the best Istanbul travel experience by the Istanbul Tour Guides. Proudly Operated by Romos Travel Agency – Licensed & Registered (TURSAB License No: A-13114)Easy online booking and instant confirmation for all Private Istanbul Tours.
Private Istanbul Guide has been providing Istanbul tours and Istanbul tour guides since 2009.

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GUIDED ISTANBUL TOURS

Explore the heart of Turkey with guided Istanbul tours. Uncover secrets, savor flavors, and immerse in culture. Book now for an unforgettable journey!

Private Guided Istanbul Tour

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.

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$200

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Istanbul Shore Excursions

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.

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$210

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Private Guided Bosphorus Cruise Tour

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.

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$205

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2 Day Private Tour of Istanbul

SPECIALLY DESIGNED TOUR FOR FIRST TIME TRAVELLERS

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$410

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3 Day Private Tour of Istanbul

SPECIAL TOUR WITH BEST HIGHLIGHTS OF ISTANBUL

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$720

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4-Day Private Tour Istanbul

BEST TOUR TO EXPLORE ISTANBUL TOP HIGHLIGHTS

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5 Day Private Tour Istanbul

NO ONE KNOWS ISTANBUL BETTER THAN YOU ARE!

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2 Days Private Guided Istanbul Tour Package

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.

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$390

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3 Days Private Guided Istanbul Tour Package

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.

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$690

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Istanbul Guided Self-Schedule Tour

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.

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$395

Istanbul Food Tour

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.

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$230

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Istanbul Local Sights Tour

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.

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$465

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Istanbul Asian Side Tour

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.

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$345

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Istanbul Layover Tour

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.

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$440

Private Half Day Guided Istanbul Old City Tour

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.

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$140

Private Half Day Guided Bosphorus Cruise

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.

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$140

Private Half Day Guided Istanbul Tour

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.

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$140

Private Half Day Guided Istanbul Historical Tour

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.

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$140

Istanbul Islamic Heritages Tour

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.

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$245

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Istanbul Jewish Heritage Tour

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.

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$390

Gallipoli Tour

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.

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$590

Edirne Tour

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

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$570

Bursa Tour

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.

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$540

Ertugrul and Osman Film Set Tour

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.

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$70

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We have created amazing tour options for your Istanbul vacation, and tours can also be customized.
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Istanbul Tour Guide Baris

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.

(182 reviews)
• 465+ booked •

Istanbul Tour Guide Sanem

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.

(118 reviews)
• 574+ booked •

Istanbul Tour Guide Cem

Language: English, Italian,
Spanish, Portuguese
Certificate Year: 2007

I was born and grew up in Istanbul. I have been working as a professional tour guide since 2007. I graduated from Istanbul University.

(71 reviews)
• 109+ booked •

Istanbul Tour Guide Semih

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.

(159 reviews)
• 217+ booked •

Istanbul Tour Guide Memis

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.

(142 reviews)
• 274+ booked •

Istanbul Tour Guide Murat

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.

(22 reviews)
• 41+ booked •

Istanbul Tour Guide Duygu

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.

(9 reviews)
• 16+ booked •

Istanbul Tour Guide Hulya

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、

(3 reviews)
• 6+ booked •

Istanbul Tour Guide Ozgen

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

(246 reviews)
• 314+ booked •

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Private Istanbul Guide – Your Gateway to the Best of Istanbul

Explore Istanbul with a Licensed Private Tour Guide

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.

Why Choose a Private Istanbul Tour?

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.

Top Private Tours in Istanbul

Classic Highlights Tour: Visit Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, and Topkapi Palace
Bosphorus Cruise: Enjoy a scenic journey between two continents
Jewish Heritage Tour: Trace Istanbul’s rich Jewish history and cultural roots
Food & Spice Market Tour: Dive into flavors at local bazaars and street food hubs
Ottoman & Byzantine Tour: Explore palaces, mosques, and ancient walls
Shopping Tour: Navigate the Grand Bazaar, Arasta Bazaar, and hidden ateliers with ease

Meet Your Guide – Trusted, Experienced, Licensed

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.

Updated 2025 Private Tour Rates – No Middlemen

We’ve updated all tour options and pricing for 2025. Our rates are transparent, fair, and free of hidden fees. Book direct with local experts to get the best value.

Custom Tours Across Turkey

Looking to extend your trip beyond Istanbul? We organize fully customized private tours to:

Cappadocia: Cave hotels, hot air balloons, and fairy chimneys
Ephesus & Kusadasi: Ancient cities and Aegean coastline
Pamukkale: White travertines and thermal pools
Antalya: The Turkish Riviera and ancient ruins

Perfect for Families, Couples, Solo Travelers & Groups

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.

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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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