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Fethiye Tandem Paragliding: Babadağ 1960m & 45-Min Flight
Fethiye Tandem Paragliding: Babadağ 1960m & 45-Min Flight★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (658)2hYou get picked up from your hotel, driven to Babadağ's summit, and launched into a 25–45 minute tandem flight with a certified pilot who handles all the flying while you watch the Mediterranean coast unfold below. The landing is on the beach promenade, and everything—pilot, insurance, park entry, and transport—is arranged before you arrive.Is it for me?Book this if you want the full paragliding experience without arranging transport, permits, or worrying about safety logistics—the pilot handles the flying, the company handles the rest, and you get 25 to 45 minutes floating above the coast.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 228View ›
Kekova: Sea Kayak Sunken City & Simena Picnic Day Trip
Kekova: Sea Kayak Sunken City & Simena Picnic Day Trip★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (374)7h–8hYou’ll paddle above Kekova’s Sunken City with a local guide, swim in calm turquoise bays, share a fresh Mediterranean picnic in Simena Village, and explore quiet coves by kayak. Along the way, stories from locals and small sensory moments bring Lycian history alive—leaving you with more than just tired arms.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 69View ›
Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary: Private Kusadasi Cruise Tour
Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary: Private Kusadasi Cruise Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (298)5h 30mYou're picked up at the Kusadasi port by a licensed local guide who meets you with a sign at the terminal. The tour covers Ephesus's main Roman sites, the House of the Virgin Mary, and includes a local lunch on request. Transport, entry fees, and parking are all included, and your guide guarantees you're back to the ship on time for departure.Is it for me?Book this if you're docking at Kusadasi and want the main Ephesus sites without arranging your own transport or timing — the guide handles the logistics and guarantees you're back before your ship leaves.Free cancellationfromUS$ 39View ›
Cappadocia South Tour: Derinkuyu, Ihlara & Selime Monastery
Cappadocia South Tour: Derinkuyu, Ihlara & Selime Monastery★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (221)8h–9hThe Cappadocia South tour is a full-day guided sightseeing trip through the southern region of Cappadocia, visiting Derinkuyu Underground City, Ihlara Valley, Selime Monastery and Pigeon Valley viewpoint. A professional English-speaking guide leads the group in an air-conditioned vehicle, with hotel pickup included and lunch at a riverside restaurant in the valley. The tour runs 8 to 9 hours and suits all fitness levels, though it is not recommended for travelers with claustrophobia or spinal injuries.Is it for me?Book the all-inclusive Classic Route if you want entry, transport and a meal arranged so you can focus on the sights instead of logistics. Choose the option without lunch if you prefer to eat at a place of your own choosing, or pick guide-and-transfer only if you're visiting some sites on your own and just need the ride and the guide for the stops that matter most to you.Free cancellationfromUS$ 29View ›
Private Istanbul Food Tour: Karakoy & Kadikoy, All-Inclusive
Private Istanbul Food Tour: Karakoy & Kadikoy, All-Inclusive★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (208)5h–6hA private, all-inclusive food tour of Istanbul lasting 5–6 hours, starting in Karakoy with traditional Turkish breakfast and moving through Tophane before ferrying to Kadikoy on the Asian side. The guide covers all tastings, non-alcoholic beverages, and the ferry ticket; the itinerary adapts for vegetarians and food allergies, and concludes at Kadikoy ferry station so you can return to your hotel independently.Is it for me?Your guide speaks English, so you follow the commentary and the stories behind each dish without translation delays. This works well if you want to understand what you're eating and why locals choose these neighborhoods, rather than moving through stops in silence or with a group guide splitting attention across multiple languages.Instant confirmationKids −72%fromUS$ 300View ›
Istanbul: Private Photoshoot Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia & Galata
Istanbul: Private Photoshoot Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia & Galata★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (191)2hYou’ll wander Istanbul’s most iconic spots—Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Galata Bridge—with a local photographer guiding you through real moments and laughter. Expect candid shots as well as classic portraits, plus tips on timing and light from someone who knows every corner. Same-day delivery means you’ll relive those memories almost instantly—and maybe see yourself (and Istanbul) differently afterward.Free cancellationKids −41%fromUS$ 140View ›
Alanya Holiday Photo Shoot: Pay Only for Photos You Love
Alanya Holiday Photo Shoot: Pay Only for Photos You Love★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (187)1hA one-hour photo session on Cleopatra Beach in Alanya where a professional photographer guides you through poses, then you review 250+ shots in the office and buy only the ones you love at €6 per image. Free hotel transfer is included, and you can change outfits up to twice in the beach cabins. Payment is cash only, with an ATM next to the office.Is it for me?Walk through 250+ images after your shoot and pay only for the ones you actually want to keep.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 10.54View ›
Istanbul Beyoğlu: Food Tour & Turkish Coffee with Tastings
Istanbul Beyoğlu: Food Tour & Turkish Coffee with Tastings★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (182)4h–5hYou walk through Beyoğlu's side streets and fish market, tasting regional Turkish specialties from a pickle-maker, street vendors, grill joints and a hidden Armenian church. Breakfast, lunch, snacks, coffee and tea are included, so you're eating constantly without stopping to pay. The tour takes around four hours and moves at a pace that lets you absorb the neighborhood's history through its food, not a guidebook.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat your way through Istanbul's most layered neighborhood without arranging stops yourself or carrying cash between vendors — the guide knows where to go and what to taste, which is what turns a walk into a story.Free cancellationKids −50%fromUS$ 150View ›
Cappadocia Highlights Tour from Goreme: Private Car Guide
Cappadocia Highlights Tour from Goreme: Private Car Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (163)6h–8hA private full-day tour of Cappadocia's highlights departing from Goreme, with a licensed guide, air-conditioned vehicle and hotel pickup included. You visit the Goreme Open Air Museum, Uchisar Castle, Pigeon Valley, Kaymakli Underground City, Devrent Valley, Ortahisar Castle and Fairy Chimneys, plus optional factory tours in the Silk Road Bazaar. The guide adjusts the route to match your pace and interests, and you avoid the crowded group buses that fill the main sites.Is it for me?Book this if you're short on time and want a private car with a guide who can skip sites that don't interest you and linger longer at the valleys and castles you came for.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 293View ›
Bodrum Segway Tour: Hidden Alleys & Castle Views
Bodrum Segway Tour: Hidden Alleys & Castle Views★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (127)2h 30mA 2.5-hour Segway tour of Bodrum with a local English or Turkish-speaking guide, starting from your accommodation. You glide through Bar Street, past Bodrum Castle and Marina, explore the Old Town's whitewashed houses, and visit the ancient Myndos Gate — a route that covers ground a walking tour cannot. Helmet and bottled water are included; children from age 13 are welcome. A shorter 1.5-hour option is available at checkout.Is it for me?Book the 2.5-hour option if you want to see Bodrum's full arc — the castle, the marina, the old town and the ancient gate — in one ride without backtracking. The 1.5-hour version covers the main highlights if you have a tighter schedule, but the longer tour is where the route makes sense as a whole.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 67View ›

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Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Ride: Goreme Sunrise Flight
Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Ride: Goreme Sunrise Flight★★★★★★★★★★ 4.77 (168)2h 30mA hot air balloon flight over Goreme and the Fairy Chimneys, departing at sunrise with hotel pickup and drop-off, a light breakfast at the launch site, and a non-alcoholic champagne celebration after landing. The flight lasts about an hour and accommodates up to 28 people per balloon; children from age 5 are welcome. A guide in English or Turkish accompanies the group, and a commemorative certificate is provided.Is it for me?Watch the sunrise paint the Fairy Chimneys from above while we handle everything—pickup, breakfast, and your return are all arranged, so you just show up ready to fly.Free cancellationfromUS$ 3.50View ›
Cappadocia: Green Tour Kaymakli, Ihlara Valley & Lunch Pickup
Cappadocia: Green Tour Kaymakli, Ihlara Valley & Lunch Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (90)7h–8hYou’ll start your day gazing out over Goreme’s surreal landscape before heading deep underground in Kaymakli’s ancient tunnels with a local guide. Hike through lush Ihlara Valley past hidden cave churches, then share lunch by the river with fellow travelers. End above Pigeon Valley as sunset colors sweep across Cappadocia — it’s an experience that lingers longer than you’d expect.Free cancellationfromUS$ 3.50View ›
Cappadocia transfers: Shared shuttle from Kayseri & Nevşehir
Cappadocia transfers: Shared shuttle from Kayseri & Nevşehir★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (370)1h–2hYou get picked up by name at the airport, driven to your Goreme hotel in an air-conditioned shuttle with WiFi, and returned to the airport when you leave — all without negotiating a price or arranging separate transport. The shared format keeps the cost low; the fixed booking means no surprises.Is it for me?Right choice if you're flying into Cappadocia without a rental car and want to skip the airport taxi negotiation. Shared means the cost stays low; the fixed booking means you know the price before you arrive.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 3.50View ›
Cappadocia Airport Transfer: Private Car From Nevsehir & Kayseri
Cappadocia Airport Transfer: Private Car From Nevsehir & Kayseri★★★★★★★★★★ 4.87 (89)45m–1h 30mYou’ll be met at Nevşehir or Kayseri airport by a local driver holding your name sign—no searching or waiting required. Enjoy a private ride straight to your Cappadocia hotel in comfort, with flexible pickup times for both arrival and departure. It’s an easy way to start and end your trip without stress—just you, your bags, and someone who knows the roads.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 3.50View ›
Goreme Airport Transfer: Kayseri & Nevsehir to Cappadocia
Goreme Airport Transfer: Kayseri & Nevsehir to Cappadocia★★★★★★★★★★ 4.83 (752)1h–2hYou're met at the airport terminal and driven directly to your Goreme accommodation in an air-conditioned shared vehicle with WiFi. The return pickup works the same way—your hotel to the airport, timed for your flight. No haggling, no navigation, no hidden charges.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving at Kayseri or Nevsehir airport and want transport to your Cappadocia hotel without arranging a taxi or negotiating a price at the curb—the fixed rate and fixed pickup time mean you can land and move straight to your accommodation.Free cancellationTravelers' pickLikely to sell outfromUS$ 3.50View ›
Kayseri & Nevşehir to Goreme: Airport Transfer with WiFi
Kayseri & Nevşehir to Goreme: Airport Transfer with WiFi★★★★★★★★★★ 4.66 (734)40m–1h 10mYou arrive, find your driver waiting with your name, and ride to your Goreme hotel in a clean, air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi and no surprises. The driver knows your flight number and meets you at the right exit, so the first thing you do after landing is sit down and relax. All fees are included upfront.Is it for me?Right choice if you land at Kayseri or Nevşehir without a rental car and want to reach your Goreme hotel without negotiating a fare or waiting for a shuttle — the driver tracks your flight and meets you at the exit, so arrival becomes a simple handoff instead of a logistics problem.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 3.51View ›
Private Cappadocia Tour from Goreme: Customizable Full Day
Private Cappadocia Tour from Goreme: Customizable Full Day★★★★★★★★★★ 4.81 (75)4h–10hA private full-day Cappadocia tour from Goreme pairs a luxury minivan and local guide with a completely customizable itinerary—you decide which sites to visit before arrival or when you meet your guide on the day. Transport between all stops is included. The tour works for any fitness level and can run anywhere from four hours to a full ten-hour day, depending on which attractions you choose from the Goreme Open-Air Museum, underground cities, fairy chimneys, valleys and fortresses scattered across the region.Is it for me?Book the private tour if you want to build your own route and linger at the sites that grab you—the guide adapts to your pace and interests, so a morning focused on underground cities looks nothing like an afternoon split between three valleys and a pottery workshop. The small group option works better if you prefer a set itinerary and the company of other travelers, with timing and stops decided in advance.Free cancellation-30%fromUS$ 6.30View ›
Istanbul: Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop with Tea & Artisans
Istanbul: Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop with Tea & Artisans★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (111)2h 45mYou’ll settle into a cozy Istanbul workshop surrounded by colored glass and laughter as local artisans guide you through creating your own Turkish mosaic lamp. Sip sweet tea while learning the old stories behind each design. No experience needed — just curiosity and maybe a steady hand (or not). You’ll leave with your own unique lamp and a memory that feels handmade too.Free cancellation-25%fromUS$ 7.50View ›
Rafting in Antalya: Quad, Zipline & Jeep Combo
Rafting in Antalya: Quad, Zipline & Jeep Combo★★★★★★★★★★ 4.28 (151)8hA four-activity combo in Antalya pairs white-water rafting down Köprülü Canyon with quad biking, a zipline crossing, and a jeep safari, all in one eight-hour day. The package includes a guide, all safety gear, lunch, and round-trip transfers from your hotel. You choose which activities to combine at checkout—rafting alone, or rafting bundled with any mix of the other three.Is it for me?Book this combo if you're doing multiple activities in one day and want them sequenced back-to-back—you move from rafting to ATV to zipline in a single outing rather than booking each separately and coordinating your own timing.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 8.20View ›
Antalya: Land of Legends Night Show & Shopping with Hotel Transfer
Antalya: Land of Legends Night Show & Shopping with Hotel Transfer★★★★★★★★★★ 4.53 (95)3hYou get picked up from your hotel and dropped off after an evening of free shopping, live music, boat parades, and light shows at Land of Legends Theme Park. No entry fees, no guide, no fixed schedule — just transport and access to whatever the park is running that night. Ideal if you're staying in Antalya and want an evening out without the logistics.Is it for me?A good fit if you're staying in Antalya and want an evening out without arranging your own transport or paying park admission. The transfer handles both directions, which is what makes a spontaneous night at the theme park practical — you show up, the bus is waiting, and you return whenever you're ready.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 8.20View ›

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Topkapi Palace Istanbul: Skip-the-Line Entry & Audio Guide
Topkapi Palace Istanbul: Skip-the-Line Entry & Audio Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 2.00 (2)1h 30mYou arrive at a set time, meet your host, and walk into Topkapi Palace without waiting in the ticket line. The self-guided audio tour plays on your phone — offline, so it works anywhere in the palace — and you move through the Imperial Treasury, courtyards, and royal chambers at your own speed. Security screening still applies, but your timed entry means you're not standing in the ticketing queue for an hour first.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to see Topkapi Palace without spending your morning in the ticket line — the timed entry and pre-booked access handle the logistics, leaving you free to explore the palace on your own schedule.Free cancellationNewfromUS$ 88View ›
Istanbul: Topkapi Palace Skip-the-Line & Harem Access
Istanbul: Topkapi Palace Skip-the-Line & Harem Access2hYou skip the main ticket queue and enter Topkapi Palace with fast-track access to both the palace grounds and the restricted Harem quarters. A guide orients you to the layout, the hidden relics, and the best views before releasing you to explore independently at your own pace for the rest of the day. No group, no rushing, no time wasted in line.Is it for me?This works best if you're visiting Istanbul for a day or two and want to see Topkapi's highlights without losing an hour to queues—the skip-the-line tickets and Harem access are what make a full palace visit possible in a single morning.Free cancellationNewfromUS$ 139View ›
Dalaman to Marmaris Airport Transfer: Fixed Price & AC Vehicles
Dalaman to Marmaris Airport Transfer: Fixed Price & AC Vehicles★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (7)1hYou're met at Dalaman Airport arrivals and driven directly to your Marmaris accommodation in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver. The price is fixed before you book, parking is included, and the service operates around the clock — so whether you land early morning or late night, your transfer is waiting. No negotiation, no surprises, just a quiet 90-minute ride to your hotel.Is it for me?Worth booking if you land with luggage and want to skip the taxi negotiation at the curb — the fixed price and pre-arranged driver mean your transfer is settled before you even leave home, which is what makes a long journey from the airport feel effortless instead of stressful.Free cancellationNewfrom · per groupUS$ 41View ›
Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia with Museum Ticket
Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia with Museum Ticket2hYou'll walk through the Blue Mosque's tile-covered interior and the Hagia Sophia's ancient dome with a licensed guide who explains the architecture and history as you go. Your Hagia Sophia entry ticket is included, so you don't buy it separately at the gate. The group stays under ten people, which means you're not shuffling through in a crowd of fifty. Plan for a few hours in the morning or early afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Istanbul's two most famous landmarks with someone who knows their history, without arranging separate tickets or navigating a large tour group—the small size is what makes it possible to actually hear your guide and spend time looking instead of just passing through.Free cancellationKids −43%NewfromUS$ 94View ›
Milas-Bodrum Airport Transfer: Private Car to Marmaris & Bodrum
Milas-Bodrum Airport Transfer: Private Car to Marmaris & Bodrum★★★★★★★★★★ 4.79 (24)35m–1hYou're picked up at your specified time from the airport or your accommodation and driven directly to your destination without stops at other hotels. The vehicle type and driver details arrive 24 hours in advance, the price is fixed, and the car is air-conditioned. Families with infants are welcome; strollers fit in the boot. Book early to secure your preferred time slot.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving at or leaving from Milas-Bodrum Airport and want to skip the taxi queue and shared shuttles—the fixed price and advance vehicle details mean you know exactly what you're paying and who's picking you up.Free cancellationTravelers' pick-10%from · per groupUS$ 53View ›
Basilica Cistern Istanbul: Skip-the-Line & Audio Guide
Basilica Cistern Istanbul: Skip-the-Line & Audio Guide1hYou skip the ticket queue and enter the Basilica Cistern with a mobile ticket, then explore its 336 columns, Medusa heads and Column of Tears using a multilingual audio guide at your own pace. The ticket includes an Istanbul City Guide PDF and a 3-Day Itinerary PDF to help you plan the rest of your stay. No guide, no group, no fixed schedule—just you, the cistern and your phone.Is it for me?Right for anyone visiting Istanbul who wants to see the Basilica Cistern without losing an hour to the ticket queue, and who'd rather explore on their own schedule than follow a group. The audio guide and planning PDFs mean you walk in knowing what you're looking at and what comes next.Instant confirmationNewfromUS$ 80View ›
Antalya Aquarium: 131m Tunnel & 40 Tanks with Wax Museum
Antalya Aquarium: 131m Tunnel & 40 Tanks with Wax Museum2h–5hYou get straight-through access to the world's largest aquarium tunnel and 40 tanks filled with sharks, rays, and coral ecosystems. Add-on attractions—Snow World, WildPark, the wax museum, and a 4D cinema—let you customize your day. The VIP option includes a private guide and refreshments. Plan for two to four hours depending on what you add, and book early if you're going mid-week when families cluster around the tunnel.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the aquarium's main tunnel and tanks without arranging entry separately or waiting in line—direct access is what makes a two-hour visit possible on a hot afternoon in Antalya.Free cancellationKids −22%NewfromUS$ 59View ›
Ephesus Entry Ticket: Ancient Ruins & Digital Museum
Ephesus Entry Ticket: Ancient Ruins & Digital Museum1dYou get entry to the Ephesus archaeological site and the Ephesus Experience Museum, both included in one ticket. Walk the marble streets between the Celsus Library and the Great Theatre at your own pace, then step into the digital museum to see the city reconstructed in 360-degree projection. An audio guide (bring headphones) adds context to both. No guide, no group, no fixed schedule.Is it for me?Right for anyone visiting the Aegean Coast who wants to see one of the ancient world's greatest cities without arranging transport or joining a group tour — the ticket covers both the physical ruins and the digital reconstruction, so you get context and scale in one visit.Free cancellationNewfromUS$ 84View ›
Izmir Airport to Kusadasi: Private Transfer & Flight Tracking
Izmir Airport to Kusadasi: Private Transfer & Flight Tracking1h–7hYou get picked up by name at Izmir Airport with your flight monitored in real-time, ride in a climate-controlled Mercedes minivan with WiFi and complimentary water, and arrive at your exact destination without arranging timing or negotiating the fare. The driver handles luggage and adjusts for delays at no extra charge.Is it for me?Book this if you're landing at Izmir and want to skip the taxi queue, the fare negotiation, and the uncertainty of timing—the fixed price and flight tracking mean your transfer is already arranged before you touch down.Free cancellationNewfrom · per groupUS$ 100View ›
Galata Tower Istanbul: Entry Ticket & Audio Guide 25 Languages
Galata Tower Istanbul: Entry Ticket & Audio Guide 25 Languages1hYou enter with a local host, receive an audio guide in your language, and climb at your own pace to the top of a 14th-century tower for panoramic views across Istanbul's skyline. The guide covers the tower's history from Genoese watchtower to Ottoman landmark, and you control the pace and timing of your visit. Bring your passport and plan around the 18:00–19:00 closure window.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Istanbul from one of its oldest vantage points without a guide narrating the whole climb — the audio guide lets you learn what interests you, and the self-paced format means you're not waiting for a group or rushing through the views.Instant confirmationNewfromUS$ 42View ›
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