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Old Istanbul Uncovered: Courtyards, Stories & Coffee with a Local | 6–7 hours | 5.0 (14) | $42 | |
Princes Islands Blue Journey from Old City Istanbul | 7–9 hours | 5.0 (716) | $23 | View |
Old Town Of Istanbul - Orientation Walking Tour | 2h 30min | 4.9 |
This is not a checklist tour and not a lecture. We move slowly, read the city, and experience how Istanbul still lives inside its historic layers. Instead of only monuments, you will notice daily life, hidden transitions, and places most visitors walk past without realizing. The experience is designed like a story: leaving the busy city, getting lost in old passages, discovering quiet courtyards, and ending with a traditional coffee together. Small group size allows conversation, questions, and a more personal atmosphere — more like exploring with a local than following a guide.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 7.
Beyazıt Square – meeting and introduction
Süleymaniye District – historic streets and panoramic viewpoints
Grand Bazaar Area – the traditional trade network and the hidden Gems inside.
Local Shopping Street – everyday Istanbul life
Spice Bazaar Area – living market culture and the Coffee Ending.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Old Istanbul Uncovered: Courtyards, Stories & Coffee with a Local lasts about 6–7 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
Prices start at $42 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, starting at 10:00 AM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is The meeting point is at the main gate of Istanbul University (Beyazıt Gate) in Beyazıt Square, located in the historic district of Fatih, Istanbul. The guide will be standing in front of the main university gate and will be holding a stick with a red flag, so you can easily recognize the group. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 14 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Turkey Local Tours.
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