Highlights of old Istanbul with private guide

Experience the magic of Istanbul on a private full-day walking tour. Explore the old city, indulge in local cuisine, and skip the lines with a knowledgeable guide.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Hippodrome - The Hippodrome serves as the lively center of sports events, featuring four impressive monuments: the eye-catching German Fountain, a gift from Wilhelm II, the grand Egyptian Obelisk, the detailed Serpentine Column, and the historic Walled Obelisk. Each monument contributes its own charm, making this site a must-see for sports lovers…
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Priority passes in museums as much as possible
  • Flexible walking tour programme
  • Private guiding
  • Professional licensed tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Entry Fees
  • Pickup transportation fees
Additional Information

Guests are treated as valued friends, guaranteeing a memorable experience. With a certified, professional guide who has 20 years of experience, fascinating insights will be revealed, making the visit truly special. Enjoy authentic local cuisine, carefully suggested by the guide. Save time and skip long queues with exclusive admission tickets. Wander…

Location
German Fountain
At Meydanı Caddesi
We meet by the German Fountain (Alman çeşmesi ) at hippodrome.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Parimala_b
Feb 17, 2025
Layover tour in Istanbul - Serkan was extremely patient and very accommodating as we kept changing our plans due to the rain and cold weather. he tried to give the best for the day and kept up with us and our requests. we had a very informative day. he is also a very good photographer and took many beautiful pictures on our phones for us. very satisfied with his great service.
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Amazing2024
Feb 2, 2025
Best to guide ever! - Serkan, began as our guide for the one day, walking tour in the old city and quickly evolved to be our advocate and friend with his remarkable demeanour of kindness, profound knowledge of the culture and of the many sites we had an opportunity to visit He was so gracious to ensure every step of our experience was memorable, and I can’t imagine a better valued experience for anyone seeking a tour of this kind in the old city with someone so passionate and engaging. !
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Tanya
Jan 30, 2025
Exceptional Photography Tour with Guide Serkan: A Memorable Journey of Passion and Expertise Exploring Istanbul through the len - We began our day at 9 AM and ended at 7 PM, even though the tour was scheduled to conclude at 5 PM. Despite the extra time, there were no additional charges, which was a pleasant surprise. Serkan, our personal tour guide, exceeded all expectations. Not only was he incredibly knowledgeable and attentive, but he also captured stunning photos for us—perfectly composed shots we could never have achieved on our own. He even shared valuable tips on taking the most memorable pictures. His passion for his work is truly remarkable. Serkan is not only skilled but also a trustworthy, kind, and genuine person. It’s rare to meet someone who loves what they do so deeply, and we will always remember his dedication and enthusiasm. Biggest tip , with tour guides don't need to wait in lines for entry
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Cecilia
Jan 12, 2025
Personal Guided Tour - He was very knowledgeable and showed us all the sights we wanted to see. We received restaurant recommendations which were great. We booked a guided us through the Grand Bazar which made the experience so much more pleasurable. Would highly recommended!!!
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Mauriciov600
Dec 13, 2024
Great walk at Istanbul - The places are amazing and the explanation is super clear, great conversation! Very knowledge of all the history of the places
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Angelabl1935ex
Dec 3, 2024
The Best Private Tour in Istanbul - Our group of 10 friends visited Istanbul this past November and had the most wonderful private tour led by our guide Serkan. During the day, Serkan took us to the Blue Mosque, Hagia Safia, Bastilica Cistern, and some shopping stores nearby. We ended the tour at a wonderful restaurant he recommended, and he ensured the owners took great care of us while there. This was a 5 - 6 hour adventure and worth every dollar. Serkan was extremely kind, patient with our large group, and knowledgeable about Istanbul’s history. We truly appreciated being able to customize our experience. We can't wait to go back to Turkey and go on our next tour with Serkan!
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Janpo6808ke
Dec 2, 2024
Touch the heart of Istanbul - We had just one day and Serkan made every moment count-he took into account what we were most interested in seeing and showed us a side of Istanbul we would never have seen without him. Amazing!
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Sarah_m
Nov 30, 2024
Great experience - Really appreciated the expertise of Serkan. I was in town for a layover, and he really worked with me to maximize seeing the sites with the tour. Also helped me in arranging transportation directly from tour to airport. Great communication in advance of the tour and during the tour he also shared additional resources for me to read/listen to in order to learn more about the sites. And, as a guide he also was so great in taking photos for me to capture the beauty of the sites. As a solo travelled, I really appreciated the photographer bonus. Very knowledgeable guide!
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Bennr9601wg
Nov 30, 2024
Istanbul Trip - Was a great and pleasant experience with Serkan. Very informative and knowledgeable guide! We have spent to days with him and were able to see most famous places and get great recommendations for food and shopping.
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Resort24617609476
Nov 30, 2024
An excellent guide. - He is very knowledgeable about the area, and the world, knows the history in detail and can communicate it clearly. And for me,he spoke excellent English.
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