Count the windows in the soaring Blue Mosque, navigate the twisting alleys of the Ottoman-era bazaars and bargain with the local personalities, and uncover the different characters of the city on each side of the mighty Bosphorus strait. These tours from Istanbul will introduce you to the capital of Turkey, a city sitting across continents and cultures. Beginning here is the perfect setup for a journey through a country of contrasts, from the underground cities of Cappadocia to the sunken cities off the southern coast.

Tours to Istanbul

Discover a continent-straddling metropolis packed with treasures and sights with these tours to Istanbul. The capital of Turkey is made for exploration, its streets packed with history, its bazaars full of flavours, each building like the Hagia Sophia holding a different story. From here you can make your way across the country, to the fairy-tale chimneys of Cappadocia, the ruins of Ephesus, the welcoming waters of Fethiye and the coast, or to the pilgrimage sites of Gallipoli.

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Turkey Highlights

Emma · Traveled August 2024

Incredible trip that captures the beauty of Turkey in a small amount of time! We visited so many beautiful places and got to be apart of authentic cultural experiences. Kaan was an excellent tour guide and made the trip even better!

Review submitted 14 Aug 2024

Turkey Highlights

Sheila · Traveled August 2024

Kaan, our tour guide & the amazing people in the group made this trip an amazingly memorable & fun experience.

Review submitted 14 Aug 2024

Turkey Highlights

James · Traveled August 2024

My tour in Türkiye was nothing short of fantastic. The detail in Intrepid’s itinerary was great, specifying activities and options for each day. The best part was having Kaan as my tour guide sharing his abundance of knowledge and amazing recommendations. Thank you!

Review submitted 15 Aug 2024

Taste of Istanbul

Barbara · Traveled August 2024

Wonderful few days with a fantastic guide (Zeynep) who knows a great deal about each element of the tour. The meal with the family on the first evening was delightful, and the in-depth knowledge of the usual sites was much appreciated. Zeynep also organized the second day to minimize long lines and heavy crowds. Overall, a very worthwhile and very enjoyable few days in a wonderful city!

Review submitted 07 Aug 2024