Private Istanbul Night Highlights Tour

4.2 (5 reviews) Istanbul, Turkey
Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Turkish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

No trip is complete if you don’t experience a city’s nightlife. Enjoy a night out with your professional English speaking driver who will show you around. Admire the most popular attractions being lit up in the comfort of your own private car.

The illuminated Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia will take your breath away. In Sultanahmet Square, you will admire the Hürrem Sultan Fountain and its colorful show. Your tour will end at the Bosphorus Bridge spanning over the famous waterway between Europe and Asia. If you are in the mood for a performance, ask your driver where to watch a belly dance show. Make sure to taste delicious meze, a variety of starters offered in almost every traditional restaurant.

Our drivers are not licensed to accompany you into the sights but are very knowledgeable of the places visited and will provide all the necessary historical information and their local perspective.

At the end of the ride, your friendly driver will drop you off at your accommodation.

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Fuel and Tolls
  • Water
  • WiFi on board
  • Hotel or custom pickup and drop-off
  • Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide
  • All taxes and handling charges
  • Meals and beverages
  • Tips and Gratuities
  • Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya)
  • Topkapi Palace (Topkapı Sarayı)
  • Galata Tower (Galata Kulesi)
  • Dolmabahçe Palace (Dolmabahçe Sarayı)
  • Licensed guides available to accompany you inside the attractions

What to expect

  1. Blue Mosque
    20m
    Or Sultan Ahmed Mosque is a still-functioning place of workship featuring stained glass windows with intricate designs and hand-painted blue tiles.
  2. Sultanahmet District
    20m
    Οnce the center of public life in Constantinople, the Hippodrome was the scene of ferocious chariot races. The Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine are located here.
  3. Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
    20m · Admission ticket not included
    The former Greek Orthodox Christian patriarchal cathedral dedicated to Holy Wisdom, later an Ottoman imperial mosque and now a museum.
  4. TopkapI Palace
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    An opulent complex of four courtyards, a harem, and a garden that served as the main residence and administrative headquarters of the Ottoman sultans.
  5. Galata Tower
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Called Christea Turris by the Genoese — is a medieval stone tower in the Galata/Karaköy quarter of the city.
  6. Dolmabahce Palace
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    A 19th century, baroque-style building is one of the most glamorous palaces in the world. It was the administrative center of the late Ottoman Empire.
  7. Bosphorus Bridge
    30m
    Known officially as the 15 July Martyrs Bridge, is one of the three bridges spanning the Bosphorus strait while connecting Europe and Asia.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Your Welcome Pickups driver will be waiting for you at the selected pickup location and time.

Before your ride, you’ll receive your driver’s details — including their name, phone number, and car information — so you can easily recognize them.

Your driver will arrive on time and be ready to assist you and any special requests before starting your journey.

Please note that our sightseeing tours does not automatically include airport pickup or drop-off. If you wish to start or end your tour at the airport, simply select the option with airport pickup included when booking if available.

Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For 1-3 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
  • For 4-8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
  • Throughout your ride, our drivers serve as informal local guides—sharing stories, history, and local tips at every stop. Please note that drivers are not permitted to enter museums or archaeological areas, but they’ll ensure you make the most of your visit with suggestions and background information before you explore on your own.
  • Some stops on your itinerary may be closed on the date of travel due to public holidays, maintenance or special events. We recommend verifying opening hours on the attraction’s official website or contacting us before your tour. If a stop is unexpectedly closed, we will try to offer a suitable alternative.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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