ISTANBUL
The pick of Istanbul.
The 15 most popular vip tours in Istanbul. A short list of the ones worth planning a day around, with prices, run times and who to book with.
Istanbul sunset from the Bosphorus on a small luxury yacht with live guide, lemonade, fruit, and baklava. 2 hours.
Most Popular“This is a very nice way to get an impression of this city and its very special podition between west and east.”
Relax on a 25-meter yacht along Istanbul’s Bosphorus at sunset, with guided history, Turkish snacks, and skyline views for $59.
“The cruise was very well organised and very much worth the money . The yacht was beautiful and we felt so comfortable and relaxed with plenty of comfortable seating for everyone . Murat was our guide and he was very informative and funny .”
2-hour luxury yacht Bosphorus sunset cruise with transfers, cookies and baklava, fruit, lemonade, and expert English commentary.
“Yeshim was fantastic. She helped us with the transportation transfer. She also helped with service on board the ship.”
Cruise the Bosphorus in style with a short Asian-side stop for yogurt, palace views, bridges, snacks, and an informative guide.
“A beautiful yacht with an excellent crew, plenty of information from the guide, and a wonderful ride—highly recommended.”
Bosphorus sunset cruise in Istanbul with small group, tea, snacks, onboard Wi‑Fi, and views from Dolmabahçe to Ortaköy, 2.5 hrs.
“The best cruise in my life💕 the stuff and the guide are wonderful! Sunset was magnificent and the boat is nice”
Turkish hammam in Istanbul’s Old City: kese scrub, foam, sauna and steam, with public or private VIP rooms in a 5-star hotel.
“Perfect. If you are in Istanbul, you have to give it a try.”
Private VIP transfer from Istanbul Airport to hotels or cruise ports. Easy meet-up, English support, roomy vans for up to 6.
“Driver was there on time and pick up at airport went very smoothly. Driver drove very safely. Would definitely recommend this in the future.”
Luxury yacht cruise on Istanbul’s Bosphorus with English narration, Dolmabahçe and bridge views, plus a short Kanlıca stop for famous yogurt.
“Great!! Everything was flawless: the boat, the guide, the views, and everything else. The guide was very well informed about the places we are passing by, gave us a lot of info and juicy gossips mixed all together in a delicious experience.”
See Istanbul’s Bosphorus at night from a luxury yacht. Palaces, bridges, and Kız Kulesi views in 2 hours with drinks and snacks.
“Wonderful Bosphorus night cruise with Golden City Tours. Knowledgeable guide, smooth sailing, and breathtaking views of palaces, mosques, and bridges. Perfect pace, well organized, and relaxing. A great way to experience Istanbul from the water—highly recommended for first-time visitors and seasoned travelers alike. We loved every minute. Truly memorable journey overall.”
Two-hour Bosphorus sunset yacht in Istanbul with English narration, two glasses of wine, soft drinks, snacks, and skyline photos.
“Nice cruise with a friendly atmosphere and outgoing guide! Lovely view, sunset and a good tour of Istanbul that allow us to see just how big the city is!”
VIP Turkish bath in Istanbul with free transfers: sauna, steam, peeling scrub, foam massage, plus optional oil massage, reflexology, face care.
“The same as other reviews; brilliant way to end the week, with a relaxing Turkish Spa experience; private with just our group of 4, which I was pleased about. Friendly, helpful and relaxed staff. Highly recommend”
Private VIP minivan meet-and-greet at Istanbul Airport with bottled water, air conditioning, and a direct ride to your hotel—family friendly.
“This was the worst experience! This is not a private airport transfer, it is something else all together. Long wait times, disorganised and void of customer service. Nobody meets you with your name on a sign. This is more like taking public transport than a private car. Zero assistance from Viator, they are obviously not…”
2-hour luxury Bosphorus sunset cruise with an English guide, snacks and tea, and photo stops at Dolmabahçe, Ortaköy, and Maiden’s Tower.
“I joined a wonderful sunset Bosphorus tour. The staff were very friendly, welcoming, and made the trip so much fun. The atmosphere was amazing, and I truly enjoyed every moment. Highly recommended!”
Private 2-hour Bosphorus cruise from Kabataş on a luxury yacht, with drinks and sweets, and front-row views of Istanbul’s icons.
“The boat and route were as advertised, however there was no guide. We were served beer, which I made sure to ask if it was included and they replied yes. Before getting off we got a stiff bill because it turns out no, they were not. So we had to pay because they were dishonest.…”
Small-group Bosphorus sunset yacht cruise from Karaköy with mini pizza, baklava, fruit, and a 6-language audio guide.
“Great yacht - very comfortable and smaller group so great to talk to people from around the world”
From the strait to the old city to the day trips beyond, and every way to see them.
