Private tour could have been managed more efficiently by guide. He was intent on sharing all of his historical and geopolitical knowledge at the expense of seeing all of the places listed in the booking. As it was, we visited the Haghia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, and the Topkaki Palace, but we ran out of time to do the Grand Bazaar. Tour picked us up at our hotel, and van navigated the streets of new and old Istanbul (Constantinople) well enough. A very nice lunch was included at a Old Town restaurant what included a sidewalk table. The tour was very educational and very long (9 hours from pickup to return). Our guide spoke Spanish and Arabic better than English.
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you found the tour educational and that you enjoyed visiting Istanbul’s historical landmarks, as well as the lunch experience in the Old Town. We truly appreciate your constructive comments regarding the tour’s timing and language preferences. Your observations are very valuable to us, and we will certainly take them into account to ensure a better balance between sharing information and covering all the sites listed in the itinerary. We will also make sure that our guides communicate more comfortably in English to enhance the overall experience for our guests. Your insights help us improve, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again in the future for an even smoother and more enjoyable tour. Best regards, Karavan Tourism / Operation Department
