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15 Private Tours in Türkiye Worth Booking

195 tours  ·  from $7

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 private tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table - Getting to the Mega Lüfer pier in Kabataş
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

1.Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 44,561 reviews · from $34Our pick

Spend three hours aboard the Mega Lüfer yacht, crossing between Istanbul’s European and Asian shores over a three-course Turkish meal. Expect folk dance, flamenco, belly dance, live music, and views of Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, and the Bosphorus bridges. Hotel pickup, VIP seating, and drink packages vary.

“the atmosphere was amazing, great workers and food was fantastic. they picked us up from infront of our hotel and dropped us off as well, 100% would recommend”

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Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour - Day three: Suleymaniye, Balat, and the Golden Horn
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Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour

2.Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,922 reviews · 7 to 21 hours (approx.) · from $100Top rated

Build your Istanbul visit around a private licensed guide, with one day for Sultanahmet or two to three days for the Bosphorus, palaces, Balat, Chora, and more. Guides such as Burak, Merve, and Kemal tailor the pace, use public transport, and explain the city’s Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, and modern sides.

“we had one day walking private tour of Istanbul with tour guide Ozan Ercan. Ozan was very knowledgeable, accommodating, and friendly that he made our tour truly memorable and enjoyable. We highly recommend him to anyone who wishes to learn about this wonderful and magnificent city.”

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FOR CRUISERS: Skip The Lines PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR &On Time Return - The Terrace Houses add Roman detail
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FOR CRUISERS: Skip The Lines PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR &On Time Return

3.FOR CRUISERS: Skip The Lines PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR &On Time Return

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,527 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $39

Meet your English-speaking guide at Kusadasi cruise port, then travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary, and the Temple of Artemis. You can add the Terrace Houses, adjust the pace, and return to your ship on schedule.

“The communication leading up to the tour was great! Goksu was punctual, very knowledgeable, and personable. He took us to the virgin Mary’s house, Ancient Ephesus, and the terrace houses. We are a group of 5 and I was the only one who had been there before. This time around, it was a much richer experience. Goksu had many interesting stories to tell that made the history come alive for all of us. He’s a great story teller! We asked not to be taken to the see the rug, pottery, and leather demonstrations. I was happy that it never became an issue. Goksu made it a very memorable day for…”

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PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR FOR CRUISERS: On-time Return and Skip-Line - Meeting at Kusadasi Port Without Guesswork
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PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR FOR CRUISERS: On-time Return and Skip-Line

4.PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR FOR CRUISERS: On-time Return and Skip-Line

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,807 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $29

Meet your guide at Kusadasi Cruise Port, then visit Ephesus, Mary’s House, and the Temple of Artemis in a private air-conditioned van. Add the Terrace Houses, lunch, or local crafts if you wish. Guides such as Fatima, Nilay, Mehmet, and Ismail are praised for clear explanations and flexible pacing.

“Wonderful experience. Fatima was a very knowledgeable tour guide and a joy to be with. We had an emersion experience at Ephesus and a great experience at the Turkmen weaving school with a lovely lunch. Then stopped at St. John church. Our tour was flexible based on our interests and time. Fatima told us so much about Turkish culture, history and the arts. And good shopping tips too! We took this tour from our Viking Sky cruise ship and the logistics were very easy. Highly recommend!”

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Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Massage, and Spa in Old City - Sauna and Steam: Start Slowly in the Heat
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Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Massage, and Spa in Old City

5.Private Turkish Bath, Massage, and Spa in Old City

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,225 reviews · 50 - 125 minutes · from $53

Visit the spa floor beneath Beethoven Senfoni Hotel for a private Turkish bath in Istanbul’s Old City. Your session can include sauna, steam, scrub, foam massage, face mask, and a 30, 50, or 75-minute massage. Female therapists provide the treatments, and the hamam is experienced naked.

“It was a fabulous experience!! If I lived in Istanbul I would have a Turkish bath at least once a week!!”

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PRIVATE NO HIDDEN FEES Ephesus, Mary's House Guided Tour /GRP OPT - Ephesus: marble streets and Roman scale
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PRIVATE NO HIDDEN FEES Ephesus, Mary’s House Guided Tour /GRP OPT

6.PRIVATE NO HIDDEN FEES Ephesus, Mary’s House Guided Tour /GRP OPT

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,455 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $99

From Kuşadası Port, visit Mary’s House, walk Ephesus’ marble streets, and see the Temple of Artemis with a licensed guide such as Cengiz, Nilay, or Emre. Choose a private or small-group option, add the Terrace Houses, and ride in air-conditioned transport with entrance fees included.

“Really enjoyed the terrace houses and the Ephesus site. Didn’t appreciate been taken off schedule to a leather fashion show and sales room. However beautiful the items were it wasn’t what we wanted to do with our short time in port.”

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For Ship Guests:BEST SELLER EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR & On Time Return - Walking through the Ancient City of Ephesus
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For Ship Guests:BEST SELLER EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR & On Time Return

7.For Ship Guests:BEST SELLER EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR & On Time Return

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,029 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $39

Meet your English-speaking guide at Kusadasi Port, then explore Ephesus, the Virgin Mary’s House, Artemis Temple, and optional Terrace Houses in a private, air-conditioned van. Guides such as Hakan, Banu, Omer, and Metin have been praised for tailoring the pace, explaining the ruins, and helping with mobility needs.

“This was overall one of the best tours that we took on our two weeks in Europe. Hakam did an excellent job of getting us through all the sites and providing amazing commentary all the way. He had excellent English so there was never a problem and understanding him. The bus was extremely comfortable for our group of six and we felt like we were able to go to places that the larger groups would not have been able to go. We had a delightful farm lunch included, although we did not enjoy the time we spent at the rug factory. It was interesting, but we did not really need…”

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Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Show and Private Table - What the Bosphorus looks like after dark
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Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Show and Private Table

8.Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Show and Private Table

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,021 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $30

Board Mega Lüfer near Kabataş or add hotel pickup for a three-hour evening of Turkish appetizers, grilled fish or meat, dessert, and live folk, belly, Latin, flamenco, and DJ performances. Expect a lively shared-dining setting, changing views, and table service rather than a quiet sightseeing cruise.

“When you are a single traveler you get pushed to the side near the exit and all the smokers. Even with the purchase of a VIP ticket. Couldn’t see the show And dinner was just ok. Not worth the money Staff was nice.”

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Private Transfer from Istanbul Airport to Fatih, Beyoglu and Besiktas - Finding M55 after customs and baggage claim
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Private Transfer from Istanbul Airport to Fatih, Beyoglu and Besiktas

9.Private Transfer from Istanbul Airport to Fatih, Beyoglu and Besiktas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,793 reviews · 1 minute to 16 hours 40 minutes (approx.)

You get a private ride from Istanbul Airport to an address in Fatih, Beyoglu, or Besiktas. After customs, meet the greeting team by the M55 sign outside Gate 14. Your vehicle arrives within 10 to 20 minutes, with infant seats and stroller space available.

“Not good. Paid for return journey. Did not arrive. Waited for company to send another driver. Contacted for information and no help.”

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Ephesus Temple of Artemis and House of Mary Private Half Day Tour - Pausing at the Temple of Artemis
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Ephesus Temple of Artemis and House of Mary Private Half Day Tour

10.Ephesus Temple of Artemis and House of Mary Private Half Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,573 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $15

Meet your English-speaking guide at Kusadasi Cruise Port for a private 4 to 5-hour tour of Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis, and Mary’s House. Expect a Turkish lunch, optional carpet-weaving visit, flexible departure times, and extra entrance fees for Ephesus and Mary’s House.

“We had a great experience. Our tour guide Bihter is very knowledgeable and funny. She made sure that we were getting the information without overwhelming us. The lunch was delicious and everywhere she took us, she was there to help or answer questions. We had a great time!!”

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Full-Day Private Tour of Cappadocia's Highlights (Car&Guide ) - Uchisar Castle turns a rock into a fortress
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Full-Day Private Tour of Cappadocia’s Highlights (Car&Guide )

11.Full-Day Private Tour of Cappadocia’s Highlights (Car&Guide )

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,399 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend about eight hours exploring Cappadocia by private van with a licensed guide. Visit Göreme, Uchisar, Kaymakli, Pasabag, Avanos, and Devrent Valley, with room to adjust the pace, starting time, and stops to suit your group.

“Loved it! Everything was as described. Tour guide was very knowledgeable and driver was a friendly person. We had lots of fun exploring near by areas.”

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PRIVATE TOUR FOR CRUISERS: Mary's House (Meryemana) and Ephesus - Ephesus deserves the longest stop
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PRIVATE TOUR FOR CRUISERS: Mary’s House (Meryemana) and Ephesus

12.PRIVATE TOUR FOR CRUISERS: Mary’s House (Meryemana) and Ephesus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,349 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $29

Meet guides such as Fatima, Josh, Filiz, or Ozzy at Kusadasi port for a private, flexible visit to Ephesus, Mary’s House, and the Temple of Artemis. Expect an air-conditioned van, a separate driver, local history, and time for optional crafts or lunch.

“Beautiful amazing excursion. Our tour guide was very historically knowledgeable of the area and history.”

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Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, and Massage - Arriving at DoubleTree by Hilton Sirkeci
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Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, and Massage

13.Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, and Massage

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,306 reviews · 50 - 100 minutes · from $59

At the DoubleTree by Hilton Sirkeci, female therapists guide you through a private Turkish bath and sauna, then add a 15-minute foam massage, scrub, facial, or 30- to 60-minute massage. English-speaking staff explain each step, making this a comfortable first hamam.

“Sooo good! Doing a 60min massage was an excellent idea and my masseuse was amazing! Felt like a baby and my skin feels soooo soft afterwards”

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Istanbul: Acemoglu Historical Turkish Bath w/Private Options - Choosing public, semi-private, or private
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Istanbul: Acemoglu Historical Turkish Bath w/Private Options

14.Acemoglu Historical Turkish Bath w/Private Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,190 reviews · 45 - 80 minutes · from $42

Visit 15th-century Acemoglu Hammam near Istanbul’s Old City landmarks. Choose a public, semi-private, or private mixed-gender bath, then enjoy a clay mask, kese scrub, foam wash, and optional 30-minute massage. Female staff provide the services, with towels, slippers, tea, coffee, and water included.

“Very impressed by the amazing environment, friendly service, and the special bath experience. Highly recommend if you want to try Turkish Bath executed by experts.”

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ISTANBUL BEST: Iconic Landmarks Full Day PRIVATE Guided City Tour - The Blue Mosque and its six minarets
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ISTANBUL BEST: Iconic Landmarks Full Day PRIVATE Guided City Tour

15.ISTANBUL BEST: Iconic Landmarks Full Day PRIVATE Guided City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,032 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $80

Explore Istanbul’s old city with a private English-speaking guide such as Zel, Musa, Volkan or Mehmet. Walk between Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome and Grand Bazaar, with optional transfers. Palace, cistern and Hagia Sophia admission fees are extra.

“What a wonderful experience! Volcan is a very experienced guide who can show you all the sites in Istanbul and bring you to authentic restaurants. He can definitely help you “skip the lines“ and he is invaluable in shopping in a Grand Bazaar! My husband and I would recommend him to anyone. We really had such a lovely day with Volcan”

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