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Istanbul Highlights Tour: Discover the Heart of the City

Highlights
Istanbul Tour Guide - Yağmur B.

Joined 2025

Yağmur B.
5.00 / 5
(6 reviews)
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Istanbul
English, Italian, Turkish (Native)
8 hours
Private tour (only you and Yağmur B.)
Up to 15 people

Explore the best of Istanbul in one unforgettable tour! Visit iconic landmarks such as Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar while learning the fascinating stories that shaped this timeless city.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:30 AM

Meeting Point

German Fountain

- The monumental fountain with green dome, the one at the entrance of ancient hippodrome of Constantinople.

09:30 AM

Ancient Hippodrome of Constantinople

Once the social and sporting center of Constantinople, the Hippodrome hosted thrilling chariot races and grand public events. Today, visitors can admire its historic monuments such as the Serpent Column, Obelisk of Theodosius, and the Walled Obelisk.

10:00 AM

The Blue Mosque / Sultanahmet Mosque

Bathed in blue light from thousands of İznik tiles, the Blue Mosque whispers stories of sultans, prayers, and dreams beneath its six towering minarets.

10:50 AM

Hagia Sophia / St Sophia

A place where empires rose and fell, Hagia Sophia holds centuries of secrets within its soaring dome and shimmering mosaics. Step inside and feel the mystical spirit of Istanbul’s timeless soul.

12:20 PM

Topkapi Palace

Once the heart of the Ottoman Empire, Topkapi Palace hides behind its gates a world of power, intrigue, and treasures that shaped centuries of history.

02:10 PM

Lunch break : Taste of Turkish Cuisine

In the midst of our journey, we will pause at a charming local restaurant where you can savor the rich flavors of traditional Turkish cuisine. From sizzling kebabs to delicate mezes, this meal offers not just food, but a true taste of Istanbul’s soul.

03:30 PM

Grand Bazaar

A labyrinth of colors, scents, and hidden gems, the Grand Bazaar invites you to lose yourself in its endless maze where every corner holds a secret.

05:30 PM

Burnt Column (Column of Constantine)

Rising in the heart of Istanbul, this ancient column was built by Emperor Constantine and has witnessed fire, earthquakes, and empires. Its weathered stones still radiate mystery—making it the perfect place to conclude our journey through the city’s timeless wonders.

Ending Point

Burnt Column (Column of Constantine)

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

* the official licensed tour guide service

* the public transportation (if needed when with your tour guide)

* skip the line for topkapi palace museum

What‘s not included

* the transportation

* personal expenses

* lunch

* museum entry fees

Tour Important Information

* This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.

* This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.

* This tour is NOT wheelchair/stroller accessible at SOME of the sites.

* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.

* Please remember the moderate dress code is necessary for the entrance to the mosques. (the knees & shoulders should be covered for everyone and a headscarf is needed for female visitors)

Important message from the supplier

I can give day tours and evening tours as well as excursions far from the city that I currently live in such as Cappadocia,Ephesus,Kuşadası,İzmir,Sardes,Antalya,Fethiye,Bodrum etc. (simply all around Turkey & Balkan countries along with Georgia and Northern Cyprus.)

For those tours which requires a remote city visit (and for the ones that we’ll customize together for you) I will need an advance booking (best to book 3-5 weeks prior and earlier)

Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Istanbul Tour Guide - Yağmur B.

Joined 2025

Yağmur B.
5.00 / 5
(6 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Yağmur B.

I’ve been a professional tour guide for9 years, and let me tell you, I absolutely adore my job. I love showcasing my country, Turkiye, with all its cultural, historical, and modern treasures. Every day, I get to share my enthusiasm and pride for my homeland with visitors. I truly enjoy making everyone feel like a cherished guest, and I take great pleasure in introducing them to the unique wonders of Turkiye with both joy and a touch of humor. For me, every tour is a delightful experience, and it’s all about making memories and having fun along the way!

Reviews

An unforgettable day with the best guide in Istanbul

We booked the Istanbul Highlights Tour with Yagmur and it was the best decision of our trip. She was warm and quick to respond from our very first message, and it only got better from there. The day covered Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern and the Grand Bazaar, and Yagmur brought every stop to life. She explains centuries of history like a friend telling you stories, not a lecture, pointing out details we'd have walked right past on our own. She paced the day perfectly, knew when to slow down and grab a coffee, and steered us toward local spots for lunch that were far better than anything we'd have found ourselves. By the end of the day it felt like we'd made a friend, not just hired a guide. If you're headed to Istanbul, book with Yagmur. You'll leave with a deeper appreciation for the city and stories you'll be telling for years.

Aseem K.

Yağmur B.

Aseem, thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. It was truly a pleasure spending the day with you and sharing Istanbul with you. I’m especially happy to hear that the stories, little details, local recommendations, and the pace of the day made the experience memorable for you. For me, guiding is about much more than simply visiting the sights. I want my guests to feel the city, understand its stories, and hopefully leave with a few wonderful memories of their own. And hearing that it felt like you had made a friend rather than simply hired a guide genuinely means a lot to me. Thank you for trusting me with your day in Istanbul. I hope our paths cross again someday, whether in Istanbul or somewhere else in the world! Wishing you both many more beautiful journeys ahead.

Warm, knowledgeable, and great with kids

We had a wonderful experience exploring the old Sultanahmet area of Istanbul with her, and I can't recommend her enough. We were traveling with kids, and given that this was a long walking tour, she was fantastic about keeping the pace comfortable and making sure everyone — especially the little ones — stayed happy and engaged throughout. she introduced us to some delicious local delicacies that we wouldn't have known to try on our own, and they turned out to be some of the tastiest bites of our whole trip. One of the most helpful parts of the tour was when she taught us how to use the Istanbulkart and even guided us through purchasing one. That one tip made the rest of our commute around the city so much easier for the remainder of our trip — something we were genuinely grateful for. Overall, she made us feel comfortable, taken care of, and gave us practical tools to enjoy the rest of our time in Istanbul. Highly recommend her for anyone visiting Sultanahmet, especially families traveling with children.

Azmath I.

Yağmur B.

This review completely made my day! Thank you so much for taking the time to share such kind words. Exploring Sultanahmet with your family was an absolute pleasure—keeping up with curious little travelers is always a fun adventure, and I'm so glad they stayed engaged and happy along the way. Introducing visitors to hidden culinary gems and making public transit a breeze so you can navigate the city like a local are some of my favorite parts of what I do. It warms my heart to know those tips made your stay easier and your trip more memorable. I hope the rest of your time in Istanbul was magical, and I’d love to welcome you all back for another adventure someday! -Ozzy

Great experience!

We would like to thank our great guide Yagmur for the fantastically designed tour, all the information, recommendations and experience she shared with us! We spent two truly unforgettable days in Istanbul. Yagmur, in addition to the expected most important historical monuments, also introduced us to her own Istanbul - wonderful places where you can feel the spirit of the local population, fantastic restaurants with even better food, but also small restaurants that are not on the main tourist routes, the traditional way of carpet production... I can say that our next trip to Cappadocia will definitely be in the company of Yagmur!

Tamara N.

Yağmur B.

Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! It was truly a pleasure spending those two days with you and showing you not only Istanbul’s famous landmarks, but also the places that make this city feel like home to me. I’m so happy you enjoyed the local experiences, the food, and discovering a different side of Istanbul. Your wonderful words mean a lot to me. I would be delighted to welcome you back to Türkiye and explore the magical landscapes of Cappadocia together. Wishing you many more amazing adventures, and I hope to see you again soon!

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