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

Istanbul, Turkey
8 Day Turkey tour with flights with private option. Express Gold

This mini group ( max. 10 pax ) fully guided land tour includes the most popular highlights of Western Turkey. Surround yourself in the world-famous …More

This mini group ( max. 10 pax ) fully guided land tour includes the most popular highlights of Western Turkey. Surround yourself in the world-famous...

8 days
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$1,379
Treasures Of Ancient Turkey Tour 14 Days Small Group

Turkey hosts so many archeological and historical sites that are considered as hidden treasures of the ancient world. The country is located on two continents …More

Turkey hosts so many archeological and historical sites that are considered as hidden treasures of the ancient world. The country is located on two continents...

14 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$4,990
Istanbul Landmarks: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Basilica Cistern

Experience Istanbul’s cultural treasures on a compact, expertly guided tour. Explore the majestic Hagia Sophia’s mosaics, marvel at the Blue Mosque’s stunning İznik tiles, and …More

Experience Istanbul’s cultural treasures on a compact, expertly guided tour. Explore the majestic Hagia Sophia’s mosaics, marvel at the Blue Mosque’s stunning İznik tiles, and...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$45
Istanbul Private Tour Hagia Sophia Topkapi and Bazaar

Discover Istanbul's most iconic sites with your own private guide. Skip the crowds, enjoy a flexible pace, and dive deeper into history with a tour …More

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Discover Istanbul's most iconic sites with your own private guide. Skip the crowds, enjoy a flexible pace, and dive deeper into history with a tour...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$282
Hagia Sophia Skip-the-Line Ticket with Audio Guide

Explore the iconic Hagia Sophia in Istanbul without waiting in long lines. This skip-the-line ticket provides instant access, allowing you to enter the magnificent structure …More

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Explore the iconic Hagia Sophia in Istanbul without waiting in long lines. This skip-the-line ticket provides instant access, allowing you to enter the magnificent structure...

1 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$43
Turkish Delight Workshop: History, Tasting & Making Experience

Experience Turkish Delight in the most authentic way: learn its 250-year-old story, taste three unique varieties, and watch each step of the traditional lokum-making process …More

Experience Turkish Delight in the most authentic way: learn its 250-year-old story, taste three unique varieties, and watch each step of the traditional lokum-making process...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$40
1 Day Private Guided Highlights of Istanbul Tour

Visit the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia Learn about Ottoman sultans at Topkapi Palace Try out your bargaining skills at the Grand Bazaar Tour the …More

Visit the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia Learn about Ottoman sultans at Topkapi Palace Try out your bargaining skills at the Grand Bazaar Tour the...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$315
Half Day Walking Tour of Old Istanbul

Walking tour of Old Istanbul” will help travelers to discover ‘hard – to find’ secret spots and pay visits to the highlights of the old …More

Walking tour of Old Istanbul” will help travelers to discover ‘hard – to find’ secret spots and pay visits to the highlights of the old...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$130
Private Gallipoli Tour from Istanbul

We offer Private Tour departing from Istanbul with brand new vehicles and experienced local guides. We hire local guides and he/she will meet you in …More

We offer Private Tour departing from Istanbul with brand new vehicles and experienced local guides. We hire local guides and he/she will meet you in...

10 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,800
Meilleur Guide Francophone Privé à Istanbul

Découvrez Istanbul comme jamais auparavant, grâce à une journée de visites sur mesure avec un guide privé stambouliote. Évitez les longues files d’attente et profitez …More

Découvrez Istanbul comme jamais auparavant, grâce à une journée de visites sur mesure avec un guide privé stambouliote. Évitez les longues files d’attente et profitez...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$294
Small Group Full-Day Istanbul Tour: Old City, Asian Side & Lunch

Istanbul is a unique city in the world having legs on both Europe and Asia at the same time. Visit both sides of the city …More

Istanbul is a unique city in the world having legs on both Europe and Asia at the same time. Visit both sides of the city...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$124
Private Licensed Tour Guide

An experienced private local tour guide , who is licensed from the Turkish Ministry of Tourism and Culture will be at your personal service from …More

An experienced private local tour guide , who is licensed from the Turkish Ministry of Tourism and Culture will be at your personal service from...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$214
Full-Day Princes Island Tour with Lunch from Istanbul

Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Prince Island, the largest island in the Sea of Marmara, on a luxury guided tour. The guide will …More

Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Prince Island, the largest island in the Sea of Marmara, on a luxury guided tour. The guide will...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$33
Full Coverage Istanbul Walking Tour

Explore Istanbul's history and culture with our full day Istanbul walking tour. A journey through iconic landmarks like the Hagia Sophia Mosque and Topkapi Palace, …More

Explore Istanbul's history and culture with our full day Istanbul walking tour. A journey through iconic landmarks like the Hagia Sophia Mosque and Topkapi Palace,...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$46
Private Layover Tour in Istanbul with options

Layover in Istanbul offers you a perfect time during your transit layover time for 8 hours by visiting Old city of Istanbul. In this private …More

Layover in Istanbul offers you a perfect time during your transit layover time for 8 hours by visiting Old city of Istanbul. In this private...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$71
Semi Private Tour - Golden Horn and Miniaturk Park Tour in Istanbul

Explore the European side of Istanbul on this 3-hour tour, and see highlights like the Golden Horn, Eyüp Sultan Mosque and Miniatürk model park! With …More

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Explore the European side of Istanbul on this 3-hour tour, and see highlights like the Golden Horn, Eyüp Sultan Mosque and Miniatürk model park! With...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$45
Half Day Istanbul Highlights Tour By Art Historian

"If one had but a single glance to give the world, one should gaze on Istanbul"-Alphonse de Lamartine. Many come and visit Istanbul, and many …More

"If one had but a single glance to give the world, one should gaze on Istanbul"-Alphonse de Lamartine. Many come and visit Istanbul, and many...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$56
Istanbul to Ephesus Full Day Private Tour with Domestic Flights

Private Istanbul to Ephesus day trip by flight. NO HIDDEN COSTS. Includes Domestic flights, private transfers, entrance fees, lunch, local tax. Your tours starts with …More

Private Istanbul to Ephesus day trip by flight. NO HIDDEN COSTS. Includes Domestic flights, private transfers, entrance fees, lunch, local tax. Your tours starts with...

14 to 15 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$289
Full Day Tour Sapanca and Masukiye from Istanbul

Discover Turkey’s stunning countryside and scenery on a full-day tour to Sapanca Lake, Masukiye, and Kartepe from Istanbul, and experience the serenity of a beloved …More

Discover Turkey’s stunning countryside and scenery on a full-day tour to Sapanca Lake, Masukiye, and Kartepe from Istanbul, and experience the serenity of a beloved...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$30
Private City Kickstart Tour: İstanbul

* Two Iconic Valleys in One Day This experience combines Gomeda Valley and Red Valley (Rose Valley) in a single, seamless hike — a rare …More

* Two Iconic Valleys in One Day This experience combines Gomeda Valley and Red Valley (Rose Valley) in a single, seamless hike — a rare...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$100
Whirling Dervish Ceremony Tickets in Istanbul

This is an authentic ritual with the original live sound and movement as in the former centuries in Istanbul. Regarding the performance at the ceremony, …More

This is an authentic ritual with the original live sound and movement as in the former centuries in Istanbul. Regarding the performance at the ceremony,...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$21
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