Private · 6 hours

Private 6-hour Asian Side Tour
of Istanbul

A completely different side of Istanbul, beautiful viewpoints, Ottoman history, peaceful neighbourhoods, and local spots most travelers never see.

What you'll explore

The most scenic side of Istanbul.

This private experience includes comfortable transportation and a licensed guide, a relaxing way to explore the Asian side.

  • Beylerbeyi Palace, an elegant Ottoman summer palace along the Bosphorus
  • Grand Çamlıca Mosque, the largest mosque in the Turkish Republic, with incredible views
  • Otağtepe Fatih Grove, one of the most beautiful viewpoints overlooking the Bosphorus
TripAdvisor reviews

What travelers say about their experience.

5.0·Rated excellent by guests worldwide
Jul 2026

Koray is master of history with heart for Turkiye

"Koray is a master of history! Every date! Every Sultan! His wealth of knowledge is impressive but equally inspiring is his love for this city. He represents this bustling beautiful city with passion and kindness. He was generous with his time. A genuinely nice guy!"

Susan T
Atlanta, Georgia
Jul 2026

Flawless airport transfer

"Came across Brit and Berat while doing research on Istanbul. Lots of informative posts on Facebook and YouTube. Decided to use their airport transfer services. Their representative was waiting as promised, gave me useful tips, and took me to a nicely customized Mercedes van. Flawless service. No complaints at all. Recommend them highly."

Selpo
College Station, Texas
Jul 2026

Istanbul Fun

"Our tour was great! Well informed and super safe. The group was thoroughly brought through all of the hot spots in Istanbul with information at every stop. Lots of fun! It lasted roughly four hours. We didn't need the van for our group so the company gave us a free shuttle to the airport, which was super considerate and generous!"

Vivian K
Tripadvisor
Jul 2026

Istanbul with Brit And Berat

"Booking with Brit and Berat was the best decision we made in planning our trip to Istanbul. They made it so easy. They planned out 4 full days of activities, including transportation. They are always just a text away. I had such a positive experience that I'm going to be returning to Turkey and booking new adventures through Brit And Berat. World class operators in a world class city."

A4959RPjayp
Tallahassee, Florida
Jul 2026

Outstanding Service and an Exceptional Guide

"My family and I had an excellent experience with Brit and Berat and would highly recommend them. Communication was easy, professional, and incredibly accommodating. One of the highlights was our guide, Yakup. He was exceptionally knowledgeable and never rushed us. It felt less like a scripted tour and more like exploring Istanbul with a knowledgeable friend."

Alex I
Tripadvisor
Jul 2026

Unforgettable Experience!

"We recently spent three nights in Istanbul and put ourselves almost completely in Brit & Berat's hands. From airport transfers to guided tours, they helped make our experience easy and memorable. Their drivers were friendly and efficient, with clean, comfortable vehicles always stocked with cold water. We highly recommend letting Brit & Berat help make your trip to Istanbul unforgettable."

Steve Harbula
Castle Rock, Colorado
Jun 2026

BEST tour we have ever had!

"Brit and Berat tours are PERFECT! As a first time to Turkey visitor, I needed someone else to be the expert. Koray was our guide and the shuttle pick up was seamless. He taught us so much about Old Town and Turkey, but moreover he was chill and someone I would like to be friends with. These guys are a class act - it will be the best part of Istanbul for you!"

Rachel H
Tripadvisor
Jun 2026

The best of Istanbul

"If you are visiting Istanbul, you must reach out to Brit and Berat. It was an amazing experience working with them. Our tour guide Koray is a great asset to their team. This visit was educational, relaxing, and memorable. We are so thankful we found Brit and Berat. They are truly experts and I highly recommend."

Justin M
Tripadvisor
Jun 2026

Fabulous day in Istanbul

"We booked a private customized tour with a guide and had a marvelous day with Brit & Berat tours. From the pick up to the drop off everything is handled with care with total focus to the clients' requests. First class from beginning to end. Our guide Mr. Koray was the best, very knowledgeable and easy going with a lovely sense of humor."

Global31683116929
Tripadvisor
May 2026

Fabulous Day in Istanbul

"Our day with Jacob could not have gone better. We explored the Hagia Sophia, the Roman Cistern, the Blue Mosque and did a little shopping. Jacob was an excellent guide, very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. He went out of his way to point out things we might have missed. You cannot go wrong booking with Brit and Berat."

Patricia P
Apollo Beach, Florida
May 2026

Magical Istanbul

"We were introduced to Brit And Berat's service through an Instagram post. They were accommodating and sent a wonderful tour guide, Koray, and a great driver. Our experience was above and beyond. The bonus was an end-of-day visit with Berat, who made sure everything we wanted to do had been accomplished and then shared his favorite rooftop view of Istanbul."

Michianamama
Chicago, Illinois
May 2026

Terrific airport transfer experience

"Excellent communications from start to finish. Immaculately clean vehicles and responsible drivers made our journey pleasant. I highly recommend Brit and Berat for your transportation needs. While we were unable to reserve any tours because of our previously planned itinerary, I would not hesitate to use them if I ever get back to Istanbul!"

weemargaretmcd
Tripadvisor
Feb 2026

HIGHLY Recommended!

"I can not express enough how highly I recommend the services offered by Brit & Berat. Especially for those 1st & 2nd time visitors to Turkey. If you've ever questioned whether or not you should visit Turkey for unfamiliarity reasons, put all that to rest and just contact Brit & Berat."

Howard H
Dallas, Texas
Jul 2026

Koray is master of history with heart for Turkiye

"Koray is a master of history! Every date! Every Sultan! His wealth of knowledge is impressive but equally inspiring is his love for this city. He represents this bustling beautiful city with passion and kindness. He was generous with his time. A genuinely nice guy!"

Susan T
Atlanta, Georgia
Jul 2026

Flawless airport transfer

"Came across Brit and Berat while doing research on Istanbul. Lots of informative posts on Facebook and YouTube. Decided to use their airport transfer services. Their representative was waiting as promised, gave me useful tips, and took me to a nicely customized Mercedes van. Flawless service. No complaints at all. Recommend them highly."

Selpo
College Station, Texas
Jul 2026

Istanbul Fun

"Our tour was great! Well informed and super safe. The group was thoroughly brought through all of the hot spots in Istanbul with information at every stop. Lots of fun! It lasted roughly four hours. We didn't need the van for our group so the company gave us a free shuttle to the airport, which was super considerate and generous!"

Vivian K
Tripadvisor
Jul 2026

Istanbul with Brit And Berat

"Booking with Brit and Berat was the best decision we made in planning our trip to Istanbul. They made it so easy. They planned out 4 full days of activities, including transportation. They are always just a text away. I had such a positive experience that I'm going to be returning to Turkey and booking new adventures through Brit And Berat. World class operators in a world class city."

A4959RPjayp
Tallahassee, Florida
Jul 2026

Outstanding Service and an Exceptional Guide

"My family and I had an excellent experience with Brit and Berat and would highly recommend them. Communication was easy, professional, and incredibly accommodating. One of the highlights was our guide, Yakup. He was exceptionally knowledgeable and never rushed us. It felt less like a scripted tour and more like exploring Istanbul with a knowledgeable friend."

Alex I
Tripadvisor
Jul 2026

Unforgettable Experience!

"We recently spent three nights in Istanbul and put ourselves almost completely in Brit & Berat's hands. From airport transfers to guided tours, they helped make our experience easy and memorable. Their drivers were friendly and efficient, with clean, comfortable vehicles always stocked with cold water. We highly recommend letting Brit & Berat help make your trip to Istanbul unforgettable."

Steve Harbula
Castle Rock, Colorado
Jun 2026

BEST tour we have ever had!

"Brit and Berat tours are PERFECT! As a first time to Turkey visitor, I needed someone else to be the expert. Koray was our guide and the shuttle pick up was seamless. He taught us so much about Old Town and Turkey, but moreover he was chill and someone I would like to be friends with. These guys are a class act - it will be the best part of Istanbul for you!"

Rachel H
Tripadvisor
Jun 2026

The best of Istanbul

"If you are visiting Istanbul, you must reach out to Brit and Berat. It was an amazing experience working with them. Our tour guide Koray is a great asset to their team. This visit was educational, relaxing, and memorable. We are so thankful we found Brit and Berat. They are truly experts and I highly recommend."

Justin M
Tripadvisor
Jun 2026

Fabulous day in Istanbul

"We booked a private customized tour with a guide and had a marvelous day with Brit & Berat tours. From the pick up to the drop off everything is handled with care with total focus to the clients' requests. First class from beginning to end. Our guide Mr. Koray was the best, very knowledgeable and easy going with a lovely sense of humor."

Global31683116929
Tripadvisor
May 2026

Fabulous Day in Istanbul

"Our day with Jacob could not have gone better. We explored the Hagia Sophia, the Roman Cistern, the Blue Mosque and did a little shopping. Jacob was an excellent guide, very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. He went out of his way to point out things we might have missed. You cannot go wrong booking with Brit and Berat."

Patricia P
Apollo Beach, Florida
May 2026

Magical Istanbul

"We were introduced to Brit And Berat's service through an Instagram post. They were accommodating and sent a wonderful tour guide, Koray, and a great driver. Our experience was above and beyond. The bonus was an end-of-day visit with Berat, who made sure everything we wanted to do had been accomplished and then shared his favorite rooftop view of Istanbul."

Michianamama
Chicago, Illinois
May 2026

Terrific airport transfer experience

"Excellent communications from start to finish. Immaculately clean vehicles and responsible drivers made our journey pleasant. I highly recommend Brit and Berat for your transportation needs. While we were unable to reserve any tours because of our previously planned itinerary, I would not hesitate to use them if I ever get back to Istanbul!"

weemargaretmcd
Tripadvisor
Feb 2026

HIGHLY Recommended!

"I can not express enough how highly I recommend the services offered by Brit & Berat. Especially for those 1st & 2nd time visitors to Turkey. If you've ever questioned whether or not you should visit Turkey for unfamiliarity reasons, put all that to rest and just contact Brit & Berat."

Howard H
Dallas, Texas
Where you'll go

Your route across the Asian side

From the water's edge at Beylerbeyi up to the hills above the Bosphorus, with private transfers between stops.

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  1. 1Beylerbeyi Palace
  2. 2Grand Çamlıca Mosque
  3. 3Otağtepe Fatih Grove
Your day

What your day on the Asian side looks like.

  1. 1

    Pickup point

    A driver meets you at your hotel and brings you comfortably to the Asian side of Istanbul to begin your experience.

  2. 2

    Tour begins

    You'll meet your licensed guide and visit Beylerbeyi Palace, Grand Çamlıca Mosque and Otağtepe Fatih Grove.

  3. 3

    The bonus experience (optional)

    Your driver takes you back to the European side, where you can spend two bonus hours with your guide, rooftops, shopping for rugs, souvenirs, Turkish delights or local treats, whatever you'd like to do.

  4. 4

    Drop-off point

    Your private driver brings you comfortably back to your hotel at the end of the experience.

Full itinerary

Stop by stop.

  1. Picked up by your guide
    Stop 01

    Picked up by your guide

    Your private driver and licensed guide meet you directly at your hotel lobby and bring you comfortably across the city to begin your experience.

  2. Stop 1: Beylerbeyi Palace
    Stop 02

    Stop 1: Beylerbeyi Palace

    A beautiful Ottoman summer residence right on the Bosphorus. With your licensed guide, you'll explore the palace and learn how Ottoman sultans once used it as a seasonal retreat.

  3. Stop 2: Grand Çamlıca Mosque
    Stop 03

    Stop 2: Grand Çamlıca Mosque

    The largest mosque built in modern Turkey. From here, you'll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views across Istanbul while learning about the cultural significance of the site.

  4. Stop 3: Otağtepe Fatih Grove
    Stop 04

    Stop 3: Otağtepe Fatih Grove

    A peaceful green space with one of the most spectacular viewpoints in the city, overlooking the Bosphorus and the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge.

  5. The bonus experience (optional)
    Stop 05

    The bonus experience (optional)

    Your driver brings you over to the Old City for two bonus hours with your guide, rooftops, scenic cafés, shops, or quiet spots only locals know.

  6. End of tour
    Stop 06

    End of tour

    After the bonus experience, your private driver returns you comfortably to your hotel.

Pricing

One simple price for your private group.

Most requested

Asian Side, with pickup & drop-off

Private transportation from your hotel to the Asian Side and back, with your driver and licensed guide.

$497 / group
  • Private driver pickup from your hotel
  • Private Asian Side tour
  • Bonus 2-hour personalised time with your guide
  • Return transportation after the tour
FAQ

Good questions, answered.

Is this tour good for families?

Yes, because the experience is private, the pace can easily be adjusted for families traveling with children.

How much walking is involved?

Less walking than the Old City tour, since transportation is provided between locations. Most walking happens around the palace and viewpoints.

What should we wear?

Comfortable clothing and walking shoes. When visiting mosques, modest clothing is required (shoulders and knees covered).

Should I book the Old City tour or the Asian Side tour?

Many travelers explore the Old City one day and the Asian side the next so they can experience everything Istanbul has to offer. Email us at hello@britandberat.com if you'd like us to put a day-by-day itinerary together for you.

Ready to see Istanbul's quieter side?

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From our guests

A few faces who felt at home in Istanbul

Berat with a guest overlooking the Blue Mosque
Group tour in Sultanahmet Square
Guests at an Iznik tile shop in the Old City
Mother and daughter exploring Istanbul streets with Berat
Group dinner with a view of the Blue Mosque
Berat with guests overlooking the Bosphorus
Guests on a Sultanahmet rooftop with the Bosphorus view
Guests at the Spice Bazaar with Berat
Family tour near Hagia Sophia gardens
Guests on a rooftop with the Blue Mosque behind
Berat with a guest overlooking the Blue Mosque
Group tour in Sultanahmet Square
Guests at an Iznik tile shop in the Old City
Mother and daughter exploring Istanbul streets with Berat
Group dinner with a view of the Blue Mosque
Berat with guests overlooking the Bosphorus
Guests on a Sultanahmet rooftop with the Bosphorus view
Guests at the Spice Bazaar with Berat
Family tour near Hagia Sophia gardens
Guests on a rooftop with the Blue Mosque behind

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