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2-Day Private Tour in Istanbul
Is 1 day not enough for you to explore Istanbul? First day will be for the classics such as Topkapı Palace, Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Basilica Cistern, the Hippodrome and the Grand Bazaar. On our second day let's go to some beautiful local markets and historical neighborhoods where you can get a local flavour. Please feel free to contact me if you would like to spend more than 2 days with me or customize this tour.
City Highlights Tour w/Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque
Enjoy a Half-Day morning walking tour of the UNESCO site of Sultanahmet Old Istanbul with an extensive guided tour. You`ll enjoy the magical Istanbul and its signature sights: the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome of Constantinople and Grand Bazaar
Highlights of Istanbul (Full Day)
This 7-hour tour takes you on a journey through Istanbul's iconic landmarks. See the largest courtyard of the Topkapi Palace where Hagia Eirene is, explore the majestic Hagia Sophia and its stunning dome, marvel at the elegant Blue Mosque, and discover the ancient Basilica Cistern with its impressive columns. Visit the historic Hippodrome, adorned with ancient monuments, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar, where diverse goods and rich cultural experiences await.
Top five most visited sites of Istanbul walking private tour
Your walking tour will include the most visited (and most famous!) sites of Istanbul's historic peninsula. Your old Istanbul walking tour takes you to the imperial center of the old Turkish Ottoman Turkish Empire. Visit the Blue Mosque, Beautiful mosque with predominantly blue stained glass windows and tiles, Topkapı Palace where you can get good understanding about how the Turks ruled and lived, The Grand Bazaar with more than 4 thousands shops and the relics of the Roman (Byzantine) Empire: Ha
Istanbul Art, Culture, & Historical Tours
Sultanahmet (Old City) Walking Tour
Welcome to Istanbul. We will visit the Topkapı Palace, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome and Basilica Cistern together with you by walking. If you want to discover the most visited places in Istanbul, this tour is for you.
History based City Tour
Istanbul is one of the most beautiful city in the world. It has so many attractions, Bosphorus and Istanbul is the city connects Asia to Europe. There are so many buildings coming from past, reflects the whole history. You will be surprised when buildings start to talk to you and say their own stories in the exact place.
Istanbul Step by Step
Istanbul is a city must be explored by experiencing, trying and tasting. I let my guests touch almost everything in the same day step by step. A little history, culture, food and tradition...
Rise & Fall Of Ottomans
Starting from the first Turks emerge from Central Asia to Anatolia, how Ottomans became one of the world's biggest empire and how they collapsed. This history-oriented program is my favoruite tour as a guide and this program contains two imperial palaces at the same day: Topkapı Palace (50$) and Dolmabahçe Palace (40$)
Istanbul Food & Drink Tours
Edible Beyoglu : walking food tour
Uncover Beyoglu's rich history and culinary wonders. We'll stroll in one of the oldest covered market in Istanbul, explore regional specialties, taste traditional sweets and demystify Raki and meze rituals. Meet people behind specialty stores, learn about Istanbul's unique cuisine, its culture, and captivating history. Let's savour Beyoglu's deliciousness!
Cooking and eating together in my house in Asian Side
After seeing all the historical sites of Istanbul may be you like to spare one day to pass in a place where you can see truly turkish local people live. Here is the plan I prepared for you, I will pick you up from the hotel. We would take a metro which pass under the Marmara sea to cross Asian Side. We will get off in Asian side, walk down the hill arive my apartmant. May be if there is a local vegetable market on that day we can stop by and walk with the beautiful smell of the vegetales and fri
Edible Kadikoy: walking food tour
Uncover Kadikoy's rich history and culinary wonders. We'll stroll in a vibrant market, explore regional specialties, taste traditional sweets and demystify Raki and meze rituals. Meet people behind specialty stores, learn about Istanbul's unique cuisine, its culture, and captivating history. Let's savour Kadikoy's deliciousness!
Street Delights Through the Eyes of a Turk
In this tour, we will take a ferry from the European side to the Asian side to experience both a walking tour and a taste of street delights. We will visit Kadıköy, one of the most beautiful districts on the Asian side. In short, Kadıköy is a district primarily inhabited by locals rather than tourists.
Istanbul Shopping Tours
2-Ancient Bazaars & Bosphorus
This is number 2 of my recommended tour in Istanbul. In this tour, we will follow the paths of ancient traders who came to the city for trade. We will visit 2 of the most spectacular Ottoman mosques that are constructed by Mimar Sinan. At the end of the day, we will join a cruise ship and sail next to the shores of İstanbul to understand the Bosphorus.
Shopping in Old Bazaars With Your Local Guide
Shopping in old bazaars always makes you confuse when you try to bargain. As bargaining is a tradition in Turkey it is better to go with a professional local guide. Firstly we visit Grand Bazaar and then walk down to Spice Bazaar which is also called Egyptian Bazaar.
Full-Day Strolling Through the Markets of Istanbul
This has always been one of my favorite tours. I've always truly enjoyed watching the elegant architecture of Suleymaniye Mosque. It's a symbol of strength of an era.After this soothing start I'm sure Grand Bazaar will shine your eyes. The bazaar is a world consisting of contemporary shops, Turkish culture and ateliers of dying arts including more than 4000 shops. We head to SPICE MARKET. We will have a chance to try the most delicious Turkish delights of different kind offered by local vendors
Bazaars Shopping Tour
Grand Bazaar is a huge market where you can find authentic gifts for you and your loved ones. You may look for art pieces like calligraphy, miniature, handmade tiles, carpets, hand knitted ornaments and so on or you may look for tokens like a trinket, key chain, decorative pieces. Just walking through narrow streets of this bazaar is interesting enough.From here we will walk down until Spice Market where you can buy delicious Turkish lokum and your favourite spices.Both markets are picturesque!
Istanbul Day Trip Tours
Three in One ( New Europe, Old Europe and Asia )
Do we only have one day in Istanbul? Do you want to see a little bit of everything in Istanbul? Three in One is just for you. We usually explore three regions of Istanbul (the New European part, the Historical Peninsula and the Asian part of Istanbul) with a walking tour. Sometimes we also take public transportation to see local people. We go to local restaurants to taste the food eaten by local people. We shop like local people in historical bazaars. A beautiful day awaits you in Istanbul.
One City Two Continents
Let's begin the day in a nice neighbourhood where I've always enjoyed listening to the stories about old Istanbul from the residents, Visiting ORTAKOY district where you will enjoy the trademark view of Istanbul. USKUDAR to enjoy the view of the Maiden's tower accompanied by a cup of Turkish tea. We will also stroll through the local market. Heading to the highest spot of the city, Camlica Hill which is overlooking to the Bosphorus where you will enjoy the spectacular view of Istanbul.
First Capital of Ottomans - Bursa Tour- from Istanbul (car)
Bursa is the first capital city of Ottoman Empire, was also its center of silk production and trade. If you have few days in Istanbul and you do not know what to do, Bursa is the right place to come, just 2 hours from Istanbul via modern bridge over the Marmara Sea. You will try best kebab here. You can go to the roots of the Ottoman Empire. Bursa has a lot to say to its visitors. Mosques, caravanserais, tombs, silk markets, historical Turkish baths and so on...
Full Day Bosphorus Tour
Bosphorus is the strait dividing Asia from Europe. This tour contains visits from both continents. The best way to learn about history of beautiful Ottoman Palaces, historical mansions, mosques, castles located by the Bosphorus is joining a boat tour which takes 1 hour 40 minutes. Our second stop is Spice Market with its vivid colours. Have a local lunch then head to 19th century Ottoman summer palace Beylerbeyi and to Camlica hill which is the end of the tour.
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Istanbul Tour Reviews
“Istanbul Adventures”
We had a wonderful time touring Istanbul with Tunahan. We visited historical sites, big shopping streets, and lesser known gems. If was great fun to use local transportation and taste the local cuisine. Tunahan has great historical knowledge and was able to answer all our questions. We loved it!
Tunahan O.
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“Istanbul personalized tour”
It was great considering the short, short time. He showed me all the tourist places in Istanbul, at least the important ones due to time limitation. The Topkaki Palace was already closed by then so I did not get to see it. But got to see the beautiful mosques not only the Hagia. He is very knowledgeable of the history of, and proud of his city - Istanbul. Would have been great if this was a whole day tour, but time limitations due to flight arrivals late in the afternoon prevented that. Anyways, try him, you will not regret it. Thanks
Hiroshi T.
Top five most visited sites of Istanbul walking private tour
“Very enjoyable tour”
It was great fun to walk the basic course of Istanbul with Dilek. She was very cheerful and kind. In addition, she seemed to be friends with many guides in the city, so I was able to walk very efficiently while obtaining the latest information on congestion and other things from them.
Dilek O.
(1 reviews)Hi Hiroshi Thank you very much for your positive review. It is a big motivation for me to see you were satisfied with my tour. Thank you very much for your interest in my country and for your visit.
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Private Tours in Istanbul
Let an expert Istanbul tour guide reveal the city's gems and rich history, with insider knowledge and unique perspectives on iconic sites and local traditions.
Cultural immersion is the cornerstone of private tours in Istanbul. Local guides can create itineraries that introduce you to the local culture, traditions, and cuisine, offering experiences that are not found in guidebooks. Whether it’s enjoying a traditional Turkish tea ceremony, exploring the culinary delights of a local food market, or understanding the nuances of Turkish customs, a guide can provide a richer and more engaging experience.
Imagine immersing yourself in a culinary adventure where you explore the vibrant flavors of Turkish cuisine. Your guide can take you to hidden gems and local favorites, from bustling markets filled with fresh produce to cozy, off-the-beaten-path restaurants offering traditional dishes like kebabs, baklava, and simit. You can savor the diverse culinary delights of Istanbul, experiencing its rich tapestry of flavors and learning about the cultural significance behind each dish.