Chauffeur Hire in Sirkeci by the Hour
Hire a car with a driver in Sirkeci (Istanbul) for as long as you need it: 2–10 hour packages with 20 km per hour. Your chauffeur picks you up at your hotel or any address in Sirkeci, waits at every stop and brings you back. Sirkeci is about 46 km (~48 min) from Istanbul Airport (IST).
Sirkeci chauffeur hire at a glance
Chauffeur hire in Sirkeci starts at €40 per hour; the shortest package is 2 hours / 40 km for €80. The driver picks you up at your hotel or address and waits at every stop; the price is fixed per vehicle, not per person.
- Hourly rate
- Economy Sedan €40 · FirstClass Van €50 · Vip Sprinter €75
- Packages
- 2–10 hours, 20 km per hour
- Pickup
- Hotel, villa or any address in Sirkeci
- Airport
- Istanbul Airport (IST) ≈ 46 km, ~48 min
- Example trip
- Maiden's Tower ≈ 3 km — 2 hours / 40 km
- Payment
- Fixed price, pay the driver in cash or by card
Sirkeci hourly package prices
Price = hours × hourly rate. Each hour includes 20 km; prices are per vehicle.
| Package | Economy Sedan (3 pax) | FirstClass Van (6 pax) | Vip Sprinter (16 pax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 hours / 40 km | €80 | €100 | €150 |
| 3 hours / 60 km | €120 | €150 | €225 |
| 4 hours / 80 km | €160 | €200 | €300 |
| 5 hours / 100 km | €200 | €250 | €375 |
| 6 hours / 120 km | €240 | €300 | €450 |
| 8 hours / 160 km | €320 | €400 | €600 |
| 10 hours / 200 km | €400 | €500 | €750 |
Where can you go from Sirkeci?
Road distances are estimates; the suggested package covers the round trip and about an hour there.
| Place | One way (road) | Suggested package |
|---|---|---|
| Spice Bazaar | ≈ 1 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Topkapı Palace | ≈ 1 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Hagia Sophia | ≈ 1 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Galata Tower | ≈ 1 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Grand Bazaar | ≈ 1 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Süleymaniye Mosque | ≈ 2 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Blue Mosque | ≈ 2 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Maiden's Tower | ≈ 3 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
Popular around Sirkeci: Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar, and Basilica Cistern.
Chauffeur hire near Sirkeci
Each area page shows its own distances and trip ideas.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a chauffeur cost per hour in Sirkeci?
Hourly rates: Economy Sedan €40, FirstClass Van €50, Vip Sprinter €75. Packages run from 2 to 10 hours; for example 4 hours / 80 km with an Economy Sedan costs €160. The price is per vehicle, not per person.
How many kilometres are included in a package?
Each hour includes 20 km: 2 hours / 40 km, 4 hours / 80 km, 10 hours / 200 km. You choose the package when booking; extras such as baby or child seats (€5 each on hourly hire) are added in the same step.
Where does the chauffeur pick me up?
At your hotel, villa or any address in Sirkeci. Enter it as the pickup location when booking; the driver waits for you at every stop during the package.
Which package do I need for Maiden's Tower?
Maiden's Tower is about 3 km by road from Sirkeci (6 km there and back). The 2 hours / 40 km package covers the trip, including about an hour there.
Can I also book an airport transfer to Sirkeci?
Yes. Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sirkeci is about 46 km, ~48 minutes; see the IST to Sirkeci transfer page for the fixed price.