Full-Day Private Istanbul Tour
Description
Let us take you on a unique tour of the best and hidden part of Istanbul. You will discover my favorite streets and backstreets, bazaars, local markets. You will experience the culture and architecture of Istanbul and also gain an overview of Turkeys history. Come and discover the typical culture and customs of Istanbul, taste delicious local street foods and drinks. Experience the city like a local with a local. Let me know if there are any other places in the city that you would like to visit. I can personalize your tour the way you want it. See you!
Tour Options
Itinerary
It is known with the name of Blue Mosque but official name is Sultan Ahmet Mosque. this is one of most prominent landmark of istanbul.
The square in front of blue mosque, once a time it was most famous stadium of ancient byzantium held 100.000 spectators and featured objects from all corner of empire.
Serpent Column: It was brought to Constantinople by Emperor Constantine in the 4th century. Once part of a victory monument dedicated to Apollo, it symbolized the Greek victory over the Persians at the Battle of Plataea (479 BC)
The Obelisk of Theodosius in Sultanahmet Square was originally erected in Egypt by Pharaoh Thutmose III (15th century BCE). It was brought to Constantinople by Emperor Theodosius I in the 4th century and placed on a marble pedestal with detailed carvings. It is one of the best-preserved ancient obelisks in the world.
Hagia Sophia was build as a Christian chathedral nearly 1.500 years ago and turned to mosque, museum and back to mosque again. Because of it is partly open for tourist please inform us if you want to see inside.
The largest of the many ancient cisterns beneath Istanbul.
The oldest and largest covered market in the world. An average of 700 thousand people come and visit this place every day. You will see the harmony of modern and traditional, west and east, all together. You will have enough time and many tips to shop here. If you need to ask for advice, don't hesitate. ***** it is closed on Sundays therefore it will be replaced with spice market.
Spice Bazaar, built in 1664, is one of the most colorful bazaars of Istanbul that offers numberless spices, Turkish delights, caviar, dried nuts, and more. We will finish our tour here or if you want, you will be taken back to your hotel.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We can start the tour by meeting you at your hotel or at a specific point as Galata Port, Spice Market, German Fountain etc..... You will then be taken to the old city by public transportation, which we have perfect public transportation system in the city or walking.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(18)
We were very happy with our guide mustafa who was very informative on any subject we raised. We covered all the places we wanted to go to walking and using the trams and ferry. We enjoyed a great turkish lunch with mustafa who provided good guidance in the markets and throughout our tour. We greatly enjoyed our tour of istanbul despite it being tiring. Istanbul was a fantastic port to visit and having a personal guide made everything easy. Thank you Mustafa.
My niece and I had a wonderful time seeing beautiful Istanbul for the first time on this tour. Our guide Musti was fantastic and so very knowledgeable about the deep history of the landmarks and the city. Our favorite stops were the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia. Musti provided lots of options and suggestions on the beautiful sites to see, took us to a delicious restaurant, and was extremely helpful in taking us to the best places to find gifts for our family back home. I highly recommend this tour with Musti as your guide!
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you and your niece had such a memorable time exploring Istanbul with Musti. It’s great to know you enjoyed the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the local food and shopping. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future! Regards Seyhan
We have a wonderful experience on this tour and highly recommend it. We got to see all the sites and learn so much about Istanbul. We felt very safe and would definitely go back and use our guide again.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the tour and felt safe while exploring Istanbul with us. It’s wonderful that you were able to see the highlights and learn more about the city’s history and culture. We’d be honored to welcome you back anytime for another great experience. Regards Seyhan
Our Istanbul tour with Seyhan was an unforgettable experience. Seyhan was not only knowledgeable about the city’s rich history and vibrant culture, but also exceptionally friendly and attentive. He made sure our itinerary matched our interests, taking us to iconic landmarks such as the magnificent Blue Mosque, the fascinating Basilica Cistern, and the vibrant Spice Bazaar. At each site, Seyhan offered insightful stories and historical context, making the places come alive. He even took us to a local restaurant that offered vegetarian options, catering to our dietary preferences. We felt welcomed in Istanbul and left with amazing memories. Highly recommended for anyone who wants an authentic, and stress-free tour of this beautiful city!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m delighted to hear that you enjoyed exploring Istanbul and that the tour matched your interests and preferences. On behalf of myself and our entire team, it was a pleasure sharing the city’s history, culture, and hidden gems with you. I’m especially glad the vegetarian-friendly stop was a highlight. Knowing that you left Istanbul with such great memories makes us all very happy. We look forward to welcoming you back anytime for more discoveries in this beautiful city.
Amazing Tour, would certainly go with this team again. The Team was extremely knowable about Istanbul and its lengthy history.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed your tour and found our team knowledgeable about Istanbul’s rich history. It means a lot to know you’d choose to tour with us again. We look forward to welcoming you back for more amazing experiences in this beautiful city!
Very knowledgeable, personable and a great sense of humour. Thoroughly enjoyed our private guided tour of Istanbul (Old Town) with Seyhan. Thank you!
It was my pleasure to guide you in istanbul. Thank you for your kind review. Regards Seyhan
Seyhan is very knowledgeable, funny and flexible! He was very accommodating and customised our tour based on the interests of our 8 person group. He also has an amazing sense of humour and we all got along with him very well. I would recommend Seyhan to anyone looking to get a deep and personalised insight into Istanbul's history and best sights with a friendly and knowledgeable guide.
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was such a pleasure guiding your group through Istanbul. On behalf of myself and our whole team, we’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the customized tour, the history, and of course, a few laughs along the way. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for even more memorable experiences in this beautiful city!
We had a great time. Our guide was fantastic. He was very knowledgeable, peofessional, courteous and kind. He explained things well and was clear. His english was also very good. Pointed out important and little known facts. Would recommend to anyone willing to enjoy a day small group tour.
Thank you so much for your kind words. Warm regards. Seyhan
Honestly, I wouldn't even think of going to Istanbul without Seyhan as my guide. He's super helpful and knowledgable, will adapt his plan to meet your interests and needs, has a terrific sense of humor and is an all-around great guide. From the moment you book with him he stays in touch, and he even went far out of his way to rescue me from a jam at the airport, even though it was the day before our planned tour and we hadn't even met yet. Don't hesitate to book with him!
Hi. Also I enjoyed being your guide in Istanbul. Thank you so much for your kind words. Hoping to see you again. Warm regards. Seyhan
Our guide took into account our age,(74) our mobility and adjusted the tour to meet our needs. He guided us to the Bazzar and helped us to find a good mom and pop restaurant.
Thank you so much for your kind review. Hoping to see u again soon. Regards
