Two days is the ideal way to truly know Istanbul, and this fully private tour pairs its grandeur with its finest flavours, guided by a licensed local at a gracious, unhurried pace.

What happens on the first day? Your private guide leads you through the great icons of the Old City, Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar, with your choice of Topkapi Palace or the atmospheric Basilica Cistern, and all the history and stories behind them.

What about the second day? You savour Istanbul at the table. The day opens with one of the city's finest Turkish breakfasts, moves through a handful of iconic street classics, sits down to expertly grilled kebab at a renowned house, and finishes at one of the best baklava houses in Istanbul, crossing from Europe to Asia by ferry along the way. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free needs are happily catered for.

Is it good for a stopover? Yes. It gives you a relaxed yet complete taste of Istanbul before you continue your journey. Both days are fully private and arranged around your dates, with one seamless plan and a single clear quote.