Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Istanbul (Updated 2026)

Istanbul, Turkey
New Year Eve Cruise 2027 with Dinner at Istanbul Bosphorus

Looking for a truly unforgettable way to spend New Year’s Eve in Istanbul? Celebrate the arrival of 2026 on the Bosphorus with a festive night …More

Looking for a truly unforgettable way to spend New Year’s Eve in Istanbul? Celebrate the arrival of 2026 on the Bosphorus with a festive night...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
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Istanbul Small Group Old City Tour with Local Guide

*Please note that the Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays. On Sunday tours, the Spice Market will be visited instead and will serve as the …More

*Please note that the Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays. On Sunday tours, the Spice Market will be visited instead and will serve as the...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Troy Full-Day Guided Tour incl. Transfer, Ferry Tickets w/Lunch

Go on an epic adventure by visiting the the legendary, ancient city of Troy. Begin your trip by getting picked up from your hotel accommodation …More

Go on an epic adventure by visiting the the legendary, ancient city of Troy. Begin your trip by getting picked up from your hotel accommodation...

17 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$141
Istanbul Private Guided Tour for Layover Flight. Transfer incl.

Istanbul Layover Tours is mainly specialized on layover tours from Istanbul Airports. Meet and Greet: It is easier to find your driver at the airport …More

Istanbul Layover Tours is mainly specialized on layover tours from Istanbul Airports. Meet and Greet: It is easier to find your driver at the airport...

4 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$65
Istanbul Off the Beaten Path Tour with Guide, Lunch and Transfers

How about uncovering the hidden gems of Istanbul—places where locals go and tourists often miss? On this tour, you’ll see the city through the eyes …More

How about uncovering the hidden gems of Istanbul—places where locals go and tourists often miss? On this tour, you’ll see the city through the eyes...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$113
Istanbul Highlights: Guided Tour with Turkish Tea or Coffee

This exceptional small-group tour offers you the chance to explore the most iconic sites in the Old Town, including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and …More

This exceptional small-group tour offers you the chance to explore the most iconic sites in the Old Town, including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$51
Istanbul City and Hidden Gem Private Guided Tour 1, 2, 3 Day opt.

Whether you are interested in history, architecture, culture or cuisine while exploring highlights or hidden gems of Istanbul our very well-made itinerary for 1,2 or …More

Whether you are interested in history, architecture, culture or cuisine while exploring highlights or hidden gems of Istanbul our very well-made itinerary for 1,2 or...

6 to 18 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$250
Istanbul Sunset Yacht Cruise on the Bosphorus with Transfers

Join us for an unforgettable experience aboard our luxury yacht on a sunset cruise along the Bosphorus. Accompanied by a knowledgeable tour guide, you'll embark …More

Join us for an unforgettable experience aboard our luxury yacht on a sunset cruise along the Bosphorus. Accompanied by a knowledgeable tour guide, you'll embark...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$50
Istanbul Old City Tour: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar

Experience the timeless beauty of Istanbul on this expertly guided Old City tour covering the city’s most iconic landmarks. Walk through centuries of Ottoman and …More

Experience the timeless beauty of Istanbul on this expertly guided Old City tour covering the city’s most iconic landmarks. Walk through centuries of Ottoman and...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Istanbul Shore Excursion : Best Seller Private Istanbul Tour

See the best of Istanbul in a short amount of time with this Private Istanbul Tour, which is perfect for cruise passengers looking for a …More

See the best of Istanbul in a short amount of time with this Private Istanbul Tour, which is perfect for cruise passengers looking for a...

7 hours 15 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$22
Private Old City Guided Tour

This private guided tour aims to give you most important information about history of those beautiful monuments such as Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, …More

This private guided tour aims to give you most important information about history of those beautiful monuments such as Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace,...

5 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Istanbul Luxury Sunset Yacht Cruise with Transfer Option

Experience the magic of Istanbul with the sunset bosphorus group cruise, where the golden sunset meets the city’s timeless beauty. Sail through the heart of …More

Experience the magic of Istanbul with the sunset bosphorus group cruise, where the golden sunset meets the city’s timeless beauty. Sail through the heart of...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Istanbul private tour with skip line tickets included

Get to the heart of old Constantinople with this private 1-day walking tour of Istanbul's old city, Sultanahmet. Visit the Roman-era Hippodrome, the iconic Blue …More

Get to the heart of old Constantinople with this private 1-day walking tour of Istanbul's old city, Sultanahmet. Visit the Roman-era Hippodrome, the iconic Blue...

5 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$113
Full-Day Private Guided Cultural Tour of Istanbul

These private tours would offer you the comfort of unique culture experience. If you want to stay away from crowded groups, to avoid long entrance …More

These private tours would offer you the comfort of unique culture experience. If you want to stay away from crowded groups, to avoid long entrance...

5 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$20
Private Turkish Cuisine Cooking Class with Local Moms

This experience is all about warmth, connection, and home-cooked goodness. You won’t be in a fancy kitchen or a cooking school—you’ll be in a real …More

This experience is all about warmth, connection, and home-cooked goodness. You won’t be in a fancy kitchen or a cooking school—you’ll be in a real...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$87
Segway Istanbul Old City Tour - Afternoon

Forget about exhausting foot marches, experience Istanbul simply in an elegant way. No Experience Necessary! Learn to ride a Segway less than 2 minutes and …More

Forget about exhausting foot marches, experience Istanbul simply in an elegant way. No Experience Necessary! Learn to ride a Segway less than 2 minutes and...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$48
Istanbul: Topkapi Palace, Harem & Blue Mosque Tour

Istanbul’s Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace are two of the city’s unmissable cultural and historic sites. Focusing on these two places will allow you to …More

Istanbul’s Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace are two of the city’s unmissable cultural and historic sites. Focusing on these two places will allow you to...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$36
Istanbul: 2 Continents of Bosphorus ( Boat & Lunch )

Get ready for an exhilarating full-day adventure that truly captures Istanbul's magic! Our unique tour offers an unforgettable journey across two continents in a single …More

Get ready for an exhilarating full-day adventure that truly captures Istanbul's magic! Our unique tour offers an unforgettable journey across two continents in a single...

7 to 9 hours Free Cancellation
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All in One Day Istanbul - Historical Tour of Istanbul with Bosphorus Cruise

HISTORICAL TOUR OF ISTANBUL WITH BOSPHORUS SUNSET CRUISE Discover Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks and enjoy a luxury Bosphorus sunset cruise in one unforgettable day. This …More

HISTORICAL TOUR OF ISTANBUL WITH BOSPHORUS SUNSET CRUISE Discover Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks and enjoy a luxury Bosphorus sunset cruise in one unforgettable day. This...

9 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Guided Bosphorus & Black Sea Cruise – 4 Stops from Istanbul

Explore Istanbul on a day cruise along the Bosphorus Strait and the waters of the Black Sea! With an onboard guide, learn about Istanbul and …More

Explore Istanbul on a day cruise along the Bosphorus Strait and the waters of the Black Sea! With an onboard guide, learn about Istanbul and...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$154
Traditional Home Cooking with a Local in İstanbul City Center

This is not just a cooking class; it’s a journey into the flavors, history, and daily life of Istanbul. We’ll cook together just like family, …More

This is not just a cooking class; it’s a journey into the flavors, history, and daily life of Istanbul. We’ll cook together just like family,...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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