Experience Istanbul like a local on a personalized layover tour. Skip the tourist traps and explore the city’s iconic attractions, neighborhoods, and cultural diversity.
- Eminonu Pier - Join a like-minded host to explore Istanbul’s unique districts and discover hidden local gems along the way
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
- Grand Bazaar Jewelers - Explore whatever you want from the city, letting your host know the things you’d most like to see or letting them recommend the highlights
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
- Blue Mosque - Get a unique insider’s view as you discover Istanbul’s iconic art galleries, museums and attractions
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
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- Transfers to and from the airport via taxi
- Choose 2, 3, 4, 6 or 8 hour walking tour, exploring highlights and hidden gems
- Your host will meet you at the airport
- Private and personalized walking tour with a passionate local
- Food and drinks
- Tickets to any attractions
- Additional transportation costs
- Gratuities (optional)
Beat the layover blues and make the most of your time in a new city – even if it is only for a few hours. Join one of our hosts in a personalized experience where they’ll enable you to see Istanbul through the eyes of a local that knows it inside out! From iconic mosques to tangles of streets and bazaars that enrich its cultural diversity- there is so much to take in and that is exactly what you will do with this totally customized experience tailored to fit your time, budget and interests. See the city’s most famous attractions such an iconic art gallery of palace or explore a nearby neighborhood and soak up the local lifestyle. Having a host by your side means you’ll skip the tourist traps and dive into what really matters. Whether you’re staying for a night or stopping off for a shorter period of time, there is plenty to keep you entertained. Whatever your preference, make the most of your time with a host who can’t wait to show off their city.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.