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Istanbul in 3 Days: History, Bosphorus & Food

Three packed days to discover the best of Istanbul with a private guide, central hotel, transfers and experiences you won't find on your own.

desde 390 € por persona 3 días / 2 noches 100% private
Hotel + breakfast Airport transfers Local guide
Istanbul in 3 Days: History, Bosphorus & Food
Private Spanish/English-speaking guide throughout
Airport-hotel-airport transfers in private vehicle
Central hotel with breakfast included
Priority entry to Hagia Sophia & Topkapi
Bosphorus cruise with Ortaköy stop
Food walking tour in Kadıköy (Asian side)
24/7 WhatsApp support

Why this package?

Perfect if this is your first time in Istanbul or you have a long weekend. We cover the must-see monuments of Sultanahmet, take you to the best food spots on the Asian side, and wrap up with a private Bosphorus sunset cruise. Everything coordinated so you don't waste a single minute.

Itinerary

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Day 1 — Arrival & Sultanahmet

Airport pickup with name sign and private vehicle. Check-in at a central hotel in Sultanahmet or Beyoğlu. Afternoon orientation walk around Sultanahmet Square: Hagia Sophia exterior, Blue Mosque, Roman Hippodrome and Basilica Cistern. Free evening with our curated restaurant recommendations.

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Day 2 — Classic Tour + Food Experience

Full morning with private guide: priority entry to Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque interior, Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar with shopping tips. Lunch at a recommended local restaurant. Afternoon ferry to the Asian side for a food walking tour in Kadıköy: spice market, Turkish street food, traditional coffee and artisan baklava.

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Day 3 — Bosphorus & Farewell

Morning Bosphorus cruise passing Dolmabahçe Palace, Rumeli Fortress, Ottoman yalıs and Ortaköy neighborhood. Photo stop and Turkish tea by the bridge. Return to hotel, assisted last-minute shopping and airport transfer.

What awaits you

Istanbul in 3 Days: History, Bosphorus & Food
Istanbul in 3 Days: History, Bosphorus & Food

Hotel options

Choose the category that suits your style. All centrally located.

Economy (3★) — from €390
Standard (4★) — from €480
Boutique/Luxury (5★) — from €620

Includes

  • 2-night hotel with buffet breakfast
  • Private airport ↔ hotel transfer (round-trip)
  • Private guide for all 3 days
  • Classic Sultanahmet tour with tickets
  • Kadıköy food tour with tastings
  • Bosphorus cruise
  • WhatsApp support before and during the trip
  • Custom map with personal recommendations

Not included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Lunches and dinners (except included tastings)
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • Optional tickets not mentioned

Real testimonials

“My wife and I traveled in May. Ali organized everything flawlessly: perfectly located hotel, zero queues at monuments and a Kadıköy food route that was the highlight of the trip. — Carlos & María, Madrid”

“We brought our elderly parents and he adjusted every day to their pace. Driver always on time, guide was charming. We'll be back with the kids. — Romero Family, Barcelona”

“Three days that felt like a whole week because of how well-planned it was. The WhatsApp support before the trip took all the planning anxiety away. — Lucía G., Buenos Aires”

“Second trip with Ali after a previous Cappadocia tour. His local knowledge is unmatched and his Spanish is perfect. — Andrés & Paula, Bogotá”

FAQ

Yes. We offer three categories (3★, 4★ and 5★) and you can pick the area: Sultanahmet to be close to monuments or Beyoğlu/Taksim for nightlife and restaurants.

Yes, 100%. Guide, vehicle and activities are exclusive to your group. Nothing shared with other travelers.

Absolutely. The program is a starting point; we adapt it to your interests, pace and flight times.

Your driver will wait for you at any hour. We adjust Day 1 activities based on your arrival.

Book with a 30% deposit via bank transfer or PayPal. The remaining balance is paid upon arrival in Istanbul.

Yes, we adjust the pace, include extra stops and choose family-friendly restaurants. We also offer car seats if needed.

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