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The 15 Best Tours & Day Trips in Türkiye

846 tours  ·  from $5

Guide, boat or minibus: everything with one attached, gathered into a single list. These 15 are the ones worth giving up a whole day for, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue below them.

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

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

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

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

2.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

3.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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Antalya/Kemer: Suluada Island Small-Group Boat Tour w/ Lunch - The 45-minute cruise to Suluada
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Antalya/Kemer: Suluada Island Small-Group Boat Tour w/ Lunch

4.Suluada Island Small-Group Boat Tour w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,207 reviews · 7 - 12 hours · from $21

You’ll cruise from Adrasan to uninhabited Suluada with a lively English or Russian-speaking crew, stopping at Paradise Bay, Waterfall Bay, and Maldives Beach. Guides such as Kartal, Ugur, and Mehmet are known for keeping the boat cheerful. Lunch, swimming, snorkeling, and optional Antalya hotel transfers are included.

“This tour is so good that I did it 2 times. I absolutely recommend to do this while you are here in Antalya region. The boat is small, clean and the crew is super nice and helpful. The views that you get to see are breathtaking and the swim stops in clear beautiful water are such a great experience. The food on board is good, the toilet is clean and everything is just perfectly organized. The pick up transfer was on time, the bus is comfortable and the driver is super friendly. There is nothing negative to say and I will do this tour again and again when I come…”

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Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Guided Tour w/ Tickets - Starting at Galataport or Sultanahmet Square
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Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Guided Tour w/ Tickets

5.Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Guided Tour w/ Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,600 reviews · 2.5 - 3 hours · from $39

Spend 2.5 to 3 hours with a licensed English or German-speaking guide at the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, and Hagia Sophia. Guides such as Kaan, Emre, Murat, and Umut are praised for clear stories and friendly help. Cruise guests can meet at Galataport and ride the tram to Sultanahmet.

“Emre Tan was an amazing guide. I would say in fact he was the best we have had. He was extremely knowledgeable, courteous and kept track of everyone. I am looking forward to another tour with him! The company was also very well organised.”

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Antalya: Ziplining, Rafting, Jeep Tour & Quad Safari w/Lunch - Starting at the ancient bridge
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Antalya: Ziplining, Rafting, Jeep Tour & Quad Safari w/Lunch

6.Ziplining, Rafting, Jeep Tour & Quad Safari w/Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,260 reviews · 5 - 10 hours · from $26

Spend 5 to 10 hours in Köprülü Canyon with Tornado Rafting. You’ll raft 14 km through 10 rapid sections, swim in clear river water, zipline, and add a Jeep, buggy, or quad safari. Guides such as Muke, Nabi, Hajjar, and Amir are known for keeping groups safe and entertained.

“Brilliant day! So much fun if you’re willing to get involved. Our tour guide/instructor, Nabi, was fantastic full of energy, enthusiasm, and made the whole experience unforgettable!”

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Cappadocia Sunset ATV Tour - The safety briefing comes before the fun
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Cappadocia Sunset ATV Tour

7.Cappadocia Sunset ATV Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,984 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $18

Join TURN BACK AGENCY for a guided ATV ride around Cappadocia at sunset. You’ll follow scenic off-road routes, stop for photos near fairy chimneys, and return to your hotel in Göreme or Çavuşin. Ayhan and Mert are among the guides named in recent bookings.

“I had a great time 🫶🏽 Ayhan was super nice and friendly offered to drive me.”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise Tour with Audio Guide - What the two-hour route actually covers
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise Tour with Audio Guide

8.Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise Tour with Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,694 reviews · from $8

Spend two hours on the Bosphorus with Sea Land Travel Agency, passing Ottoman palaces, waterfront mansions, bridges, and Maiden’s Tower. Tariq and Daria are among the helpful staff mentioned by name. You’ll get live commentary, an 11-language audio guide, WiFi, Turkish tea, and Nescafé.

“A 2-hour boat trip in Turkey, and it was absolutely amazing! From start to finish, the experience was perfect. One of the highlights was the chance to admire Turkey from a unique perspective, with panoramic views that looked straight out of a postcard. Overall, this boat trip was the perfect way to explore Turkey in a short amount of time. If you’re looking for a relaxing yet exciting experience, I highly recommend it!”

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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

9.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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Green (South) Tour Cappadocia (small group) with lunch and ticket - Göreme Panorama starts the day with fairy chimneys
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Green (South) Tour Cappadocia (small group) with lunch and ticket

10.Green (South) Tour Cappadocia (small group) with lunch and ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,317 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $54

Spend 7 to 9 hours touring Cappadocia’s less crowded south with hotel pickup, an air-conditioned van, lunch, and entry tickets. Visit Kaymakli Underground City, Selime Monastery, Göreme Panorama, and Pigeon Valley, plus walk about 3 km through Ihlara Valley. Groups are limited to 14.

“Covered an air of interesting sites. The day is quite strenuous but well worth it. Asim was an excellent guide!”

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Istanbul: Princes Islands Tour with Heybeliada and Buyukada - Heybeliada, the green first stop
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Istanbul: Princes Islands Tour with Heybeliada and Buyukada

11.Princes Islands Tour with Heybeliada and Buyukada

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,305 reviews · 8 hours · from $18

Spend eight hours cruising from Istanbul to the Princes’ Islands with guides such as Oktay and Suleyman. Visit green Heybeliada and grand Büyükada, enjoy a Turkish lunch, and explore on foot, by bicycle, or optional electric vehicle. Hotel pickup, drinks, and beach fees vary by booking.

“My husband and I enjoyed this daytour to the Princes islands, where you can experience the quiet village life. Pick-up at the hotel was well arranged and on time. The 1,5 hour boat ride to the islands was very enjoyable. Our guide gave us information about the history of the islands underway. We went to Kinaliada instead of Heybeliada and had 1 hour to explore the port. Then we had a simple lunch on the boat and spent +/- 2 more hours on Buyukada. One of our guides took the interested guests on an electric local bus to the center of Buyukada (=not included, could be payed with Istanbul card).…”

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Suluada Boat Tour From Antalya (Maldives of Turkey) with Lunch & Hotel Transfer - Boarding at Adrasan Coast
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Suluada Boat Tour From Antalya (Maldives of Turkey) with Lunch & Hotel Transfer

12.Suluada Boat Tour From Antalya (Maldives of Turkey) with Lunch & Hotel Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,300 reviews · 10 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $23

Spend about 10 to 11 hours traveling from Antalya to Adrasan and cruising to Suluada, with swimming stops, Love Cave, lunch, an English-speaking crew, and hotel transfers. The sea views are the star. Bring water shoes, drinks, and patience for the long road transfer.

“None it was rubbishfood was horrible and transfer was so much longer than the said and all the driver want to do was stop all the time for a fag”

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Pamukkale Hierapolis and Cleopatra's Pool Tour with lunch from Antalya - Hierapolis, an ancient city above the springs
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Pamukkale Hierapolis and Cleopatra’s Pool Tour with lunch from Antalya

13.Pamukkale Hierapolis and Cleopatra’s Pool Tour with lunch from Antalya

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,188 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $84

Travel from Antalya in a small group of up to 16 to see Pamukkale’s white travertines and the ruins of Hierapolis. Your guide, possibly Dilek, Baran, Wish, Chill, or Bakir, leads the visits, with lunch included. Cleopatra’s Pool is closed until March 2026, so confirm availability before booking.

“Early start was lost to wasted time for breakfast break and shopping stops. Would prefer more time at Pamukkale and not an onxy factory ... But actually a shop.”

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Side: Green Canyon Jeep and Boat Tour with Lunch - Morning Pickup and the Road to Manavgat Waterfall
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Side: Green Canyon Jeep and Boat Tour with Lunch

14.Green Canyon Jeep and Boat Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,090 reviews · 8 hours · from $28

Join an eight-hour jeep safari from Side to Manavgat, the Taurus Mountains, Green Canyon, Oymapınar Dam, and Green Lake. Drivers such as Alex, Joseph, Victor, and Tony keep the convoy lively, while guide Johnny Cash leads the day with music, jokes, and clear instructions. Expect dust, water fights, swimming, lunch, and a one-hour boat ride if selected.

“The best was the driver Omar and manager Talha who let the experiences begin unforgettable. A little shadow point on it was only the unexpected need of face mask, which you was forced to buy from the providing company.”

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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

15.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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