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

Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul Airport Private Arrival Transfer

Meet & Greet at Istanbul Airport. Transfer to any hotel in European side of Istanbul (Sultanahmet, Old City, Laleli, Sirkeci, Osmanbey, Sisili, Mecidiyekoy, Besiktas, Kabatas, …More

Meet & Greet at Istanbul Airport. Transfer to any hotel in European side of Istanbul (Sultanahmet, Old City, Laleli, Sirkeci, Osmanbey, Sisili, Mecidiyekoy, Besiktas, Kabatas,...

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Personalized İstanbul Travel Consultation

This is more than just travel advice , it's a personalized Istanbul experience designed around you! In a 30-minute one-on-one online consultation, you'll get personalized …More

This is more than just travel advice , it's a personalized Istanbul experience designed around you! In a 30-minute one-on-one online consultation, you'll get personalized...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Private Arrival Transfer from Istanbul Airport to City Center

Tatilekseni Travel is offical Travel Agency and our private airport transfer is making with new model vip vehicle , just should be share with us …More

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Tatilekseni Travel is offical Travel Agency and our private airport transfer is making with new model vip vehicle , just should be share with us...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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2-Day Gallipoli Tour from Istanbul - Small Group

Step back in time at Gallipoli and Troy on this enlightening 2-day tour from Istanbul, including round-trip transport and overnight accommodation. Head to Gallipoli to …More

Step back in time at Gallipoli and Troy on this enlightening 2-day tour from Istanbul, including round-trip transport and overnight accommodation. Head to Gallipoli to...

2 days Hotel pickup offered
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$465
Old Istanbul Walking Tour

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Istanbul's historical and cultural treasures, guided by a professional tour guide! This special tour will take you to iconic …More

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Embark on an unforgettable journey through Istanbul's historical and cultural treasures, guided by a professional tour guide! This special tour will take you to iconic...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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Dolmabahce Palace Skip the Ticket Line Entry with Audio Guide

Welcome to the opulence of the grand Ottoman era as you enter the Dolmabahce Palace, a stunning architectural masterpiece located in the Besiktas district of …More

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Welcome to the opulence of the grand Ottoman era as you enter the Dolmabahce Palace, a stunning architectural masterpiece located in the Besiktas district of...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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Hagia Sophia & Hippodrome Guided Tours Everyday

Discover the most important points of the historical heart of magnificent Istanbul, one of the most important cities in the world, the capital of the …More

Discover the most important points of the historical heart of magnificent Istanbul, one of the most important cities in the world, the capital of the...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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Turkish Odyssey: Exploring the Classics for 8 Days

An 8-day Turkey tour promises a diverse and immersive journey through this captivating country. Starting in Istanbul, you'll explore iconic sites like the Hagia Sophia …More

An 8-day Turkey tour promises a diverse and immersive journey through this captivating country. Starting in Istanbul, you'll explore iconic sites like the Hagia Sophia...

8 days Hotel pickup offered
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$2,356
Bosphorus Cruise

- Rich buffet with local and universal free meals - Impressive views of the Bosphorus and many historical and cultural structures -Live music with national …More

- Rich buffet with local and universal free meals - Impressive views of the Bosphorus and many historical and cultural structures -Live music with national...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Private Istanbul tour from Cruise ship Galataport or ist airport

If you are in Istanbul with a cruise ship or in a airport for layover why not treat to yourself %100 personalized tour.I personally come …More

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If you are in Istanbul with a cruise ship or in a airport for layover why not treat to yourself %100 personalized tour.I personally come...

4 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$545
Private Guided Best of Istanbul Tour 1,2 or 3 Days

Prepare to be awed by Istanbul’s magnificent architecture, rich history, and eclectic bazaars as you discover the unmissable highlights of the Old City on this …More

Prepare to be awed by Istanbul’s magnificent architecture, rich history, and eclectic bazaars as you discover the unmissable highlights of the Old City on this...

3 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$199
12 Days Best of Turkey Tour

For shares or experience. We introduce beauties of history which is coming from past until today. And we provide all our customers will be satisfied. …More

For shares or experience. We introduce beauties of history which is coming from past until today. And we provide all our customers will be satisfied....

12 days
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$2,500
Istanbul Mosaic Lamp Workshop in Grand Bazaar

Get an exclusive discount in the store, where you can find even more amazing Turkish crafts. Important Note: The price you are paying doesnt include …More

Get an exclusive discount in the store, where you can find even more amazing Turkish crafts. Important Note: The price you are paying doesnt include...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$57
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
Istanbul Shore Excursion: Private Istanbul Express Sightseeing Tour

When you’re docked at Istanbul port, make a beeline for three of the city’s showstoppers on this 4-hour private shore excursion that's ideal for anyone …More

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When you’re docked at Istanbul port, make a beeline for three of the city’s showstoppers on this 4-hour private shore excursion that's ideal for anyone...

4 to 6 hours
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$57
Daily Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary from Istanbul - Small Group

Rewind 2,000 years on this day trip to incredible Ephesus and the House of Virgin Mary from Istanbul, including round-trip flights. Fly to Izmir and …More

Rewind 2,000 years on this day trip to incredible Ephesus and the House of Virgin Mary from Istanbul, including round-trip flights. Fly to Izmir and...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$575
Gallipoli Private Guided Tour from Canakkale Port

On this WW1 battlefield tour we visit the haunting Gallipoli battlefields, located in the Dardanelles. See the sites where more than 30,000 British and Commonwealth …More

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On this WW1 battlefield tour we visit the haunting Gallipoli battlefields, located in the Dardanelles. See the sites where more than 30,000 British and Commonwealth...

6 hours
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$143
Bosphorus Dinner And Show Cruise With Unlimited Alcoholic Drinks

Turkish Night Show on Bosphorus by Boat. All day long you visit historical sites, Grand Bazaar, Taksim area… Now time to GIVE A BREAK FOR …More

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Turkish Night Show on Bosphorus by Boat. All day long you visit historical sites, Grand Bazaar, Taksim area… Now time to GIVE A BREAK FOR...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Explore Istanbul Asian Continent

Explore the Asian area of Istanbul (Kadikoy) like never before, through the eyes of a local Taste some delicious local cuisine in some of the …More

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Explore the Asian area of Istanbul (Kadikoy) like never before, through the eyes of a local Taste some delicious local cuisine in some of the...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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VIP Full Day Wineries Tour from Istanbul

Embark on an exclusive private winery tour from Istanbul to the captivating Tekirdağ region, just a few hours' drive from the city towards the border …More

Embark on an exclusive private winery tour from Istanbul to the captivating Tekirdağ region, just a few hours' drive from the city towards the border...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$324
Istanbul: Bursa and Uludag Tour with Lunch & Cable Car Option

Discover Bursa City on a full-day tour from Istanbul. Visit Osman Gazi and Orhan Gazi Tombs, the Green Mosque, Green Tomb, and Uludag Mountain. Enjoy …More

Discover Bursa City on a full-day tour from Istanbul. Visit Osman Gazi and Orhan Gazi Tombs, the Green Mosque, Green Tomb, and Uludag Mountain. Enjoy...

14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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