Are you ready to discover Istanbul's rich history and cultural heritage with our professional private English guides? We offer daily private English guide services, giving you the opportunity to thoroughly experience Istanbul’s top tourist attractions. Our guides pick you up from central hotels, with tours typically running from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM. If you're arriving by cruise ship to Galataport, we also meet you at the port for a seamless start to your tour. For groups of up to 4 people, the private guiding fee is 195$. For groups larger than 4, an additional charge of 10$ per person applies. The standard tour hours are from 09:30 to 17:30. If you require guiding services outside of these hours, please feel free to let us know.

During the summer months, Istanbul can get quite crowded, so we recommend avoiding last-minute bookings. If your travel dates are confirmed, we suggest booking your private English guide in istanbul a few weeks in advance. For cruise passengers, booking even earlier can be beneficial. Whether from Galataport or central hotels, we ensure a smooth and enjoyable tour experience. Avoid many detours by choosing a private English-speaking guide in Turkey. This will ensure you can benefit from an assured and private departure from your place of stay. The guide will pick you up from your accommodation.

Private English Guide and Classic Istanbul Tour

There is a well-established route in Istanbul that we refer to as the classic istanbul tour. The itinerary for this tour is as follows:

• Hippodrome Square
• Topkapi Palace
• Hagia Sophia
• Basilica Cistern
• Grand Bazaar

This is the standard route for our classic istanbul tour. However, if you opt for a private english guide, you can customize the itinerary and choose a different route based on your preferences. Our classic Istanbul tour typically lasts one day. However, for guests requesting a two-day tour, we include additional locations and explore the Asian side of the city. Additionally, our Islands tour is among our most popular experiences. If your accommodation is close to the city center, you can enjoy the classic Istanbul tour on foot. However, if you need a tour vehicle, we can arrange the most suitable one for you

The advantages of having an English-speaking guide in Istanbul

1 / Skip the line -Benefiting from the services of a private english-speaking guide in Istanbul, will give you priority at the entrance to monuments and museums. Again, this is a huge time saver. If you’d like to enter any museums, simply let your private English-speaking guide know. We’ll create a QR code just for you, allowing you to access the museums without waiting in line.

2 / A la carte program - The content of the program and the order of the visits are completely free, with the good advice of your tour guide. You can focus on your points of interest and easily organize it.

3 / The guide as a close and honest friend - There is no taboo with a private guide. We talk for hours and sometimes give opinions, which will make you leave Turkey with a good background of general culture.

4 / Off the beaten track - Exploring Turkey's most local corners becomes possible with a private guide. You are in good hands! Besides being safe, there is no risk of getting lost.

5 / The best customer satisfaction ratio - Contracting the services of a private guide in Turkey means choosing the security of making the most of your time and money, with no disappointment possible thanks to unfailing professionalism. AllTourstoTurkey has concocted excursions, programs, tours, visits, and tours of excellence for you.

Prices for your guide in Istanbul

Half-Day Private English-Speaking Guide Rates

•  9 am to 1 pm or 2 pm to 6 pm
• Free for 0 to 6 years old

The fee for hiring a private guide for a half-day tour is 165$ for up to 4 people. For groups larger than 4, an additional 10 $ per person applies. Please note that half-day tours are not available during the summer months. Feel free to contact us for more details or to inquire about availability.

Full day

•  09:30 to 5:30
• 195$ for up to 4 people. Over 4 people is 10 dollars per person.
• Free for 0 to 6 years old.

Topkapi Palace - A Highlight of the Classic Istanbul Tour

One of the most significant stops on our Istanbul tour with a private English-speaking guide is Topkapi Palace. This historical palace served as the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire and the residence of sultans for nearly 400 years. Located in Istanbul's Sultanahmet district, it overlooks the Golden Horn and the Bosphorus. Topkapi Palace, commissioned by Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror in 1478, functioned as the Empire’s center for administration, culture, and education.

To avoid long queues for Topkapi Palace, simply inform your guide, and we’ll create a fast-track entry code for you. The full tour of Topkapi Palace, including the harem, generally takes around two hours.

The palace features four main courtyards and numerous smaller structures. Topkapi is famous for its harem, treasury, sacred relics section, various sultans’ costumes, manuscripts, weapons collections, and exquisite jewels. Among its most precious treasures, the Spoonmaker's Diamond and Topkapi Dagger draw significant interest from local and international visitors.

With its expansive gardens, sea views, and Ottoman architecture, Topkapi Palace was opened as a museum to the public in 1924. Today, it remains one of Istanbul’s most popular tourist attractions and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Hagia Sophia - One of the Important Stops on Our Istanbul Tour

After becoming a museum, entry to Hagia Sophia Mosque requires a ticket. You will need to purchase one for access. If you inform us in advance, we can provide you with a QR code for fast-track entry.

Hagia Sophia Mosque is one of Istanbul's most iconic and historic structures. Built in 537 by Byzantine Emperor Justinian I, this building was renowned as the world's largest cathedral for nearly 1,000 years. Following the conquest of Istanbul in 1453, Hagia Sophia was converted into a mosque. It was transformed into a museum in 1935 during the Republic of Turkey era and was reopened as a mosque for worship in 2020. Currently, it serves as both a mosque and a museum.

The architecture of Hagia Sophia reflects influences from both the Byzantine and Ottoman periods, featuring an impressive design. Its large central dome, magnificent mosaics, and elegant columns are particularly noteworthy. Inside, there are mosaics depicting Jesus Christ, the Virgin Mary, angels, and Byzantine emperors. These mosaics have been preserved since the building's conversion into a mosque and are now available for visitors to see. It is a must-see location for anyone with a private english guide in istanbul.

Hagia Sophia Mosque is an immensely significant symbol in both Christian and Islamic history. Today, it is open for both worship and tourist visits. Therefore, it is important for visitors to follow certain rules while exploring Hagia Sophia. Our guides will provide you with information on this matter.

Payment is made directly with the guide.

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