Istanbul Old City Private Walking Tour
Description
I spent quite a bit of time to learn about my country’s history, heritage and cultural richness and unique geography and I want to pass on my knowledge and passion to my guests, ensuring they have the opportunity to experience the best our country has to offer in safety and comfort; with friendly personal touches. We will visit the Old city part of Istanbul , Sultanahmet, Haghia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapı Palace, Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar, Egyptean Bazaar etc. We will enjoy a dinner and a coffee together. I will arrange the tour according to all guest’s needs and interests and use their time as efficient as possible. I will be giving talks about the culture, language and history of the Turkey I will be designing program itineraries according to highlights and not waiting the ques, skiping the lines. You will be learning all about local favourite places to have experiences for a turkish bath, fine dining, street foods, night life and best shopping options also.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Explore the striking must see place Basilica Cistern during your visit to Istanbul. Journey beneath the earth's surface and admire the distinctive architecture while listening to your guide that will give you insights into the history of this place. The Entry ticket is 600 TL /per person( approx. 18.18 EUR, 20.00 USD) over 6 year old is charged.
Your guide will explain the mystery of the magnificent Hagia Sophia. Hagia Sophia is a great architectural beauty and an important monument both for the Byzantine and the Ottoman Empires. Once a church, later a mosque, the Hagia Sophia has always been a precious building for the locals. Upper gallery is open as museum and fee is 25 EUR/per person
Inside the Blue Mosque admire the architecture, the famous blue Iznik tiles, learn about the Ottoman heritage, the Islamic religion, and Istanbul's rich history from your official licensed guide, and get a sense of the culture from both past and present.
We are going to meet you in the old city of Istanbul ( Sultanahmet ) We are going to visit famous and local places of Istanbul and show you the shopping habits of locals, We are going to visit Arasta Bazaar, tiles and seramic products, popular jewellery streets of Istanbul, Have a Turkish coffee break and visit the spice & herbal tea store and finish the day with a carpet collection demonstration. Turkey has thousands of products to see and Istanbul is the main center of shopping in Turkey, You will be amazed with the quality and number of the products in the area.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(5)
I first met Hasan six months ago outside Hagia Sophia, when he kindly gave us a short, spontaneous tour—and it was absolutely fantastic. This time, I came back to Istanbul with my family and didn’t hesitate to book a proper Old Town tour with Hasan again. We all loved it! Hasan is incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, and full of fascinating insights you wouldn’t get on your own. He brings the history to life in such an enjoyable way. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Istanbul—we would happily tour with him again!
Thanks Ploy , it was my pleasure to have met you and your family also, happy new year !
We had a compact 3 hr tour in the old town district of Istanbul. Despite being originally from the city, I have never been to some of the amazing places we have seen. Hasan has made our day, not only telling us the most amazing history but also navigating us thought long waiting lines, that would have otherwise be difficult to handle in a hot and humid July day.
It was my pleasure to get to know your lovely family and seeing you after such a long time, and cathing up with you , you made my day too , thanks for your lovely gift as a great memory of Lisbon , thanks a lot !
Seeing both of the mosques and the palace of the Sultan was amazing. The trip to the grand Bazar is unfortunately nothing more than an attempt to get you to buy things from vendors. I would drop this aspect of The tour. our guide was wonderful and informative. I highly recommend him, but, as stated, would like to see the tour restructured.
Thanks Christine for your kind review, I appreciate your comments and suggestions, " Nobody is perfect even me " , as you know it was Eid holiday and Grand bazaar was closed during your stay and I compensated that part with stores which had turkish handicraft and jewlerry and the people there gave information about their products and let you see their collections which worth seeing, buying or not buying was not their main issue as per their respect to me and your being my guest. and they kindly let me show you their cistern under their privately hold building as a bonus of the day about the hippodrome exhibition !
Hasan has excellent knowledge of historical facts and a great personality to turn the visit into a fun experience. He provided advance guidance to avoid delays waiting in the line at the entrance of popular attractions. We enjoyed a fantastic lunch, at a discounted price, thanks to his personal relationships with the restaurant management. Easy going personality, excellent knowledge with fun facts kept the children alert throughout a long day. Highly recommended!
Thanks for your kind review, it was my pleasure to have met you and your lovely family as well , cheers
We booked Hasan for the whole week! After the first time we visited Istanbul we became friends with Hasan. He made our dreams come true by becoming our defacto wedding planner. He then played host to us and forty wedding guests in June. Day after day he corralled our group and shared his wealth of knowledge for the most beautiful city in the world.
