Instead of hailing taxis and fighting Istanbul traffic on your own, hire a car with a professional driver by the hour. For the whole package the VIP vehicle and chauffeur are reserved exclusively for you, so meetings, shopping, Sultanahmet and the Bosphorus all run at your pace. Current package prices are in the table above and you can book online in a few minutes.
Who books a private driver in Istanbul?
- Business travellers: back-to-back meetings in Levent, Maslak, Ataşehir or the finance district, with the car waiting outside every address and your laptop safe on board.
- Layover city tours: on a long connection we meet you at Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen, show you Sultanahmet and Galata and get you back in time for your flight. Please check passport and visa rules for leaving the airport yourself.
- Clinic and medical visits: hair transplant, dental or aesthetic appointments – hotel, clinic and check-ups in one booking; the driver waits during the procedure and drives gently back.
- Cruise passengers at Galataport: pick-up at the terminal, a day around the city and a return planned around your all-aboard time.
- Shopping days: Grand Bazaar, Nişantaşı, İstinye Park, Zorlu and Kanyon without carrying bags or looking for parking.
- Weddings and special evenings: bridal car and guest shuttles for Bosphorus venues – see our Istanbul wedding transfer page.
Sample itineraries and suggested packages
These routes are ideas, not fixed tours – you decide the stops and how long you stay. Distances are approximate round trips from a hotel in Taksim or Sultanahmet.
| Route | Approx. km | Suggested package |
|---|---|---|
| Old City (Hagia Sophia, Topkapı, Grand Bazaar) + Ortaköy, Bebek and Rumeli Hisarı + sunset on Çamlıca Hill via the 15 July Martyrs Bridge | 80 | 8 hours |
| Layover tour: Istanbul Airport → Sultanahmet → lunch in Galata/Karaköy → airport | 110 | 6 hours |
| Business and shopping day: Nişantaşı, Zorlu, meetings in Levent, İstinye Park | 60 | 6 hours |
| Black Sea coast: Şile lighthouse and a riverside lunch in Ağva | 230 | 12 hours |
For more ideas see Istanbul attractions.
How it works
- Choose a package: 6, 8, 12, 16, 20 or 24 hours, each with kilometres included – details in the table above.
- Start where you are: hotel, home, office, airport or Galataport; an airport pick-up can be the start of your day.
- The driver waits: however long you spend in a museum, meeting, clinic or restaurant.
- Flexible route: if your plans change, simply tell the driver.
- Extra time or distance: extra hours and extra km are settled at the end of the hire at the rates shown in the table.
- Child seats: free of charge on request.
Choosing a vehicle by group size
- VIP Mercedes Vito (up to 6 people): roomy, comfortable cabin for families, small business teams or friends.
- Ultra VIP Maybach: for executives, special occasions and anyone who wants the very top level of comfort.
- VIP VAN (up to 10 people): larger families and groups with plenty of luggage.
- VIP Minibus Sprinter (up to 14 people): company delegations, wedding guests and tour groups.
Istanbul traffic changes hour by hour. Crossing between the European and Asian sides outside the morning and evening rush saves real time, and your driver will suggest the best order for your stops.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum hire time?
The shortest package is 6 hours. You can choose 6, 8, 12, 16, 20 or 24 hours.
What if I need more hours or kilometres?
No problem – the day simply continues. Extra hours and extra kilometres are paid at the end of the hire at the rates shown in the table above.
Does the driver wait for us?
Yes. During your package the car and driver are yours alone; the driver waits during meetings, sightseeing, clinic visits or dinner, and you can change the route at any time.
Can the day start at the airport or Galataport?
Yes. We can pick you up at Istanbul Airport, Sabiha Gökçen, Galataport cruise terminal or your hotel. Add the pick-up point and any child seats (free of charge) to your booking.
Can we leave Istanbul, e.g. for Bursa or Sapanca?
For long out-of-town trips please request a quote using the form on this page and we will price the route for you.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before the start of the hire.
4 Seasons Transfer is a TÜRSAB-licensed private transfer company. All transfers are private (not shared).