TÜRKIYE
Turkey's standouts.
The 10 most-booked historical tours in Turkey. What each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.
Step into Acemoglu Hammam in Istanbul for clay mask, kese scrub, foam wash, plus optional 30-minute massage and flexible bath privacy.
“It was an absolutely amazing experience, and a great to take a moment to relax while experiencing more of Istanbul!!!”
Gedikpasa Hammam in Istanbul: 550-year Turkish bath steps from Grand Bazaar, plus Halvet privacy add-on, scrub and foam massage.
“it was our first time - was soooo amazing! Service excellent - staff very friendly it was magical !!”
A small-group day tour in Istanbul hitting the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar with lunch and transfers.
“There was no vehicle provided for the tour and also no vehicle for return drop as promised or shown in the booking Vehicle was there for only pickup from near the first spot of itinerary to first stop of the itinerary only. After that no vehicle at all”
VIP-style day in Istanbul: Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi, Grand Bazaar, plus a sunset Bosphorus yacht cruise with lunch.
“BellaTurca travels took good care of us in Istanbul and Cappadocia . Ahmet, Bashar, driver Ahmet were excellent, patient and knowledgeable. Serkan from operational department was prompt and thorough.”
8-hour boat tour from Kaş to Kekova’s Sunken City and Simena Castle, with multiple swim stops, onboard lunch, and free drone videos.
“Brilliant day out on the water exploring the Turkish riviera. Our boat was very comfortable and spacious. Lunch was delicious and the swimming spots were beautiful. Highly recommend this activity!”
Taste Turkish classics in Beyoğlu on a guided 3.5-hour walk from Galata Bridge to Taksim Square. Small group, funicular ride.
“Our guide Erol was knowdgeable and fun. He explained so much about the food we were sampling, and its history. No question went unaswered. I would recommend the tour, and particularly Erol as a guide.”
A short Avanos pottery workshop in Cappadocia: wheel time, tea or coffee, and a take-home mug or vase for just $13.
“It was a really nice experience,they very friendly at the shop. You can also buy their amazing pottery things,but they not forcing you just asking you take a look and choose what would you like to make,also show the process how those plates become so beautiful just from the clay.Went with my partner and made…”
A private guided day hitting Istanbul’s biggest Roman and Ottoman icons, with mosque dress rules, Grand Bazaar haggle help, and shortcut entry.
“We absolutely enjoyed the tour with our knowledgeable and very accommodating guide, Fuat. We covered all the iconic landmarks of Istanbul and Fuat provided us amazing history and culture of each site. Fuat made the tour not only educational but also memorable. I booked a lot of tours with Viator and this is the best.…”
Watch the Sema whirling dervish ceremony in a historical Göreme cave, with a guide and a traditional drink afterward.
“It was a great tour with a great guide Hami. He told us almost everything about history of Cappadocia and Dervishes. The show was amazing and spiritual. It dips right into the history of the region and introduces the traditions of Sufism.”
Acemoglu Historical Turkish Bath in Istanbul: clay mask, kese scrub, foam massage, tea, plus private bath options or 30-min massage from $30.
“Buena experiencia, pero no se nos dio ninguna explicación El sitio es guay, y te dan te, pero le falta algo más para el precio”
