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Tour guide Ali ceramic 1
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Tour guide Ali rugs 2
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Tour guide Ali rugs 3
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Tour guide Ali Topkapi 4
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Tour guide Ali palace 5
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Tour guide Ali mosque 6
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Tour guide Ali palace 7
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Tour guide Ali boat cruise 8
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Tour guide Ali Sultanahmet 9
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Tour guide Ali Bosphorus 10
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Tour guide Ali rug shopping 11
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Tour guide Ali palace 12
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Tour guide Ali food tour 13
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Tour guide Ali Ephesus
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Tour guide Ali Ayasofya 15
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Joined 2020
Ali Y.
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Istanbul (Living)
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English
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About Tour Guide Ali Y.
Born and raised in Istanbul...%100 Turkish.. I am a licensed tour guide and travel expert. As the founder of Ali's Protravel & Tours, I’m passionate about creating unforgettable cultural and personalized tours across Istanbul and Turkey. I’m also a rug enthusiast and the author of Buying Oriental Rugs - Revealing All the Secrets. Helping guests find their dream rug through my trusted local connections is one of the most rewarding parts of my work. Beyond tours, I love exploring politics, religious history, good food, and traveling. When not working, you’ll find me at the gym (balancing my love for baklava) or photographing flowers in city parks.
Important
I am quite flexible to work with, so please feel free to contact me for any last-minute bookings. I will confirm your request based on my availability. All of my tours are fully customizable according to your interests. We can focus on shopping, food, museums, or simply explore the city on foot.
I am based in Istanbul, but I also organize tours in Cappadocia and Ephesus. I can personally guide your tours if my travel expenses are covered.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Art, Culture, & Historical
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Shopping
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Istanbul
6 hours
Echoes of Empires in Sultanahmet Old City-Private Tour
This 6-hour cultural walking tour provides a captivating journey through Istanbul's most iconic landmarks with visits to the following museums. Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya); Topkapi Palace Museum; Roman (Basilica) Cistern; Lunch break; Grand Bazaar: The tour concludes with a visit to the Grand Bazaar, a bustling market where you can shop for a variety of goods, including rugs. If desired, your guide can assist with rug shopping.
Echoes of Empires in Sultanahmet Old City-Private Tour
FROM$300/ per group
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Istanbul
4 hours
Historical Grand Bazaar & Spice Bazaar-Private Tour
Discover the vibrant heart of Istanbul with a private 4-hour tour of the Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar. Enjoy a personalized shopping experience as your expert guide leads you through historic market streets filled with handmade rugs, ceramics, leather goods, spices, Turkish delight, and more. Perfect for shoppers who want trusted recommendations, fair pricing, and a relaxed, stress-free visit to Istanbul’s most iconic bazaars.
Historical Grand Bazaar & Spice Bazaar-Private Tour
FROM$100/ per group
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