An absolute must do - This is quite simply one of the best day tours I have done, ever, anywhere in the world. Our guide, Metin, was an absolute wealth of knowledge on everything Istanbul and Turkey. Exceptionally well spoken and just a pleasure to be with. We visited several different regions of Istanbul on both the Asian Side as well as the European side, and the good throughout the day was delicious, it started with a tradition Turkish breakfast and just got better tdurring the day. To cap it all off a vist to a hamum (Turkish bath) in the afternoon was just the icing on the cake. If you are ever in Istanbul, I can 100% recommend this tour - particularly if it is led by Metin.

Experience Istanbul as if you are a local - Our guide Berkay was very knowledgeable and hospitable. He explained to us in great detail, the history and culture of some of the different areas of Istanbul. In addition, we sampled various types of local cuisine and experienced a traditional Hammam. We highly recommend this tour if you want to experience Istanbul like a local.

Excellent tour - Metin is the absolute best! Very knowledgeable, professional, personable A lovely attentive person The tour included everything mentioned in description

Istanbul private day tour - Was a great experience with Berkay. He was very knowledgeable and showed us the city. He explained in great detail about the history of Istanbul and the history of each location. Would surely recommend.

My first day in Istanbul - Had a great time with Ayse. She was very knowledgeable about the hystory and the places to go to enjoy the best the tour can offer. Delicious food, I tried what I wanted to try when planning my trip, very good experience. She was very friendly and open to fulfill our needs (mine and my husband) I would definetely recommend this tour with Ayse, won’t be dissapointed.

Review for circle istanbul city tour - Our guide Metin was wonderful & knowledgable. Couldnt ask for any better. He knew all the smallest details & happily answered all the questions during the trip & also shared tips regarding food , shopping & currency excange. Metin is an absolute gem.

Great tour of Istanbul - not the average sites - Our guide was THE MOST MEMORABLE thing of our tour. We can't say enough about how delighted we were with our guide, Emel. She is bright, charming, and knowledgeable on many levels. She was able to explain the history, culture, and customs of her country and city, and could take the conversation in any direction we needed. Our experience was more than "sightseeing;" it was also as immersive an experience as you can have in one day. She took us into fascinating neighborhoods, hosted us at interesting restaurants, and seemed to know most of the business people we encountered. She made us feel welcome and at home in a great, exotic, bustling city. We will always treasure the time we spent in her care. The favorite things were trying out so many different foods along the way, especially visiting the marketplace on the Asian side of Istanbul. The stuffed mussels were yummy. We also loved the oldest baklava shop, established in 1843. Of course, the Hamam (Turkish bath) is not to be missed. That was a real experience! This tour made us love Istanbul and want to come back!

Great tour of Istanbul - not the average sites - Our guide was THE MOST MEMORABLE thing of our tour. We can't say enough about how delighted we were with our guide, Emel. She is bright, charming, and knowledgeable on many levels. She was able to explain the history, culture, and customs of her country and city, and could take the conversation in any direction we needed. Our experience was more than "sightseeing;" it was also as immersive an experience as you can have in one day. She took us into fascinating neighborhoods, hosted us at interesting restaurants, and seemed to know most of the business people we encountered. She made us feel welcome and at home in a great, exotic, bustling city. We will always treasure the time we spent in her care. The favorite things were trying out so many different foods along the way, especially visiting the marketplace on the Asian side of Istanbul. The stuffed mussels were yummy. We also loved the oldest baklava shop, established in 1843. Of course, the Hamam (Turkish bath) is not to be missed. That was a real experience! This tour made us love Istanbul and want to come back!

A great full tour of unusual areas and amazing food! - We saw such a wide range of the city and areas we wouldn’t normally see on our own. Kerem was a fantastic guide - very knowledgeable and engaging and flexible. We ate a lot (too much!) and finished feeling like we knew so much more about this beautiful place!

Good but not great - We saw four different neighborhoods we wouldn't have seen without help, but at a pretty rushed pace. The Bosphorus cruise is just a crossing, so nothing special. our breakfast was excellent, the lunch was good, but at a fasr food place a bit grubby. we ended up bailing before dinner, due to fatigue. Hamman was enjoyable. Overall, too much stair climbing for anyone over 50. Crossing the freeway to exit the bus was no Bueno. Guide ducked out 3 or 4 x.