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Istanbul Old City Highlights and Hidden Gems Tour
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19 Ratings
Fatih
Discover Istanbul’s hidden gems and iconic sites with a local guide. Enjoy history, culture, and cuisine on a personalized tour.
Discover Istanbul’s hidden gems and iconic sites with a local guide. Enjoy history, culture, and cuisine on a personalized tour.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Topkapi Palace - Topkapı Palace / Short Route
- Hippodrome - Ancient Roman Hippodrome - open air museum and monuments
- Blue Mosque - Historical Ottoman Mosque
- Basilica Cistern - Underground Cistern from 6th century Byzantine Era. a Unique experience spot
- Hagia Sophia Mosque - The monumental building which is both a museum and a…
- Topkapi Palace - Topkapı Palace / Short Route
- Hippodrome - Ancient Roman Hippodrome - open air museum and monuments
- Blue Mosque - Historical Ottoman Mosque
- Basilica Cistern - Underground Cistern from 6th century Byzantine Era. a Unique experience spot
- Hagia Sophia Mosque - The monumental building which is both a museum and a mosque today; had been first built as the biggest operational cathedral in Constantinopolis (today İstanbul) throughout the Byzantine era. As well as today it is for us, it has been very important for both Byzantine and Ottoman Empires, where you can see the layering of architecture and history of art for centuries.
- Arasta Bazaar - Historical Ottoman Bazaar were we will find many traditional stores and products of Turkiye. If requested we will alsı have some time for mini workshops and tastings.
- Sultanahmet Square - We will have 30minutes coffee/tea break. It will be personal expense.
- Sultanahmet Square - We will have 60minutes lunch break. It will be personal expense.
What's Included
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide (English Speaking)
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide (English Speaking)
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Tea and coffee
- Museum Entrance Fees > Topkapı Palace: 1700TL/per person (approx. $51)
- Museum Entrance Fees > Basilica Cistern: 900TL/per person (approx. $27)
- Museum Entrance Fees > Hagia Sophia: 25€/per person
- Lunch
- Tea and coffee
- Museum Entrance Fees > Topkapı Palace: 1700TL/per person (approx. $51)
- Museum Entrance Fees > Basilica Cistern: 900TL/per person (approx. $27)
- Museum Entrance Fees > Hagia Sophia: 25€/per person
Additional Information
Spend a day with a licensed professional tour guide exploring the enchanting city of Istanbul. Discover the rich history of Istanbul as you visit Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks, gaining insights from both historical and art historical perspectives. Savor local food and drinks recommended by a local expert. Enjoy the privilege of skipping some queues…
Spend a day with a licensed professional tour guide exploring the enchanting city of Istanbul. Discover the rich history of Istanbul as you visit Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks, gaining insights from both historical and art historical perspectives. Savor local food and drinks recommended by a local expert. Enjoy the privilege of skipping some queues with your guide. Get detailed information about other important attractions and recommendations, such as restaurants, hamams, shopping, and other key tourist routes, from a local guide who has traveled to 34 countries and numerous cities worldwide. This multicultural expertise will help you plan the rest of your holiday, answering many of your questions about Istanbul and Turkey. Upon request, and if all group members agree, we can customize your itinerary to create a tailor-made experience for your group.
- This is a walking tour. After I meet you at the meeting point, in our route, we won’t be using any transportation. All the attraction points stated in the route are in historical center and close to each other. Our walking time in between the points, and waiting for the ticket queues etc. are all inclueded in the durations. So depending on the day and group it will be a minimum 6 hours maximum 8 hours route.
Location
At Meydanı Cd 17 D
At Meydanı Caddesi
I will be meeting you at Sultanahmet Square, right in front of German Fountain (Alman Çeşmesi). I will be holding a card on which "Eylem Yalcinkaya" "Professional Tour Guide" and "Viator Booked Walking Tours" written. It is only 2minutes walking distance from Sultanahmet Tram Station.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(19 Ratings)
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900funday
Oct 17, 2024
Nice tour - Our dear guide 'Eylem Yalcinkaya' was very good, we were very pleased, we learned enough about the places we visited.I would like to see her again in another tour
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Hbpt2018
Oct 16, 2024
It was great a tour Eylem's guidance. Enjoyed every corner of the Istanbul history. - Just follow her and her stories. Depending on the weather and the time you are in Istsnbul, it could be very nice and/or a little bit crowded.
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Flyer14678569566
Oct 16, 2024
Uniqe City together with wonderful experience - It was totally amazing experience with wonderful city and we were super lucky with our guide, Eylem. Better to say she welcomed us as owner and made us feel like comfortable as such. Her detailed aproach created extra deep insights about historic monuments and with old city as well. Highly recommended 👌 thanks
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220faustoa
Oct 13, 2024
Use Eylem to visit Istanbul and get two for the price of one!!! - Eylem was our tour guide for two days in Istanbul. On our own, we would not have accomplished 30% of what we accomplished with Eylem as our tour guide. She got tickets to skip the line. She took us to all the places we had outlined for our trip. Her knowledge of the places we visited is remarkable, she covered the places we visited from A to Z. We went to places late in the afternoon close to the evening time and her energy was undaunted. She is thorough in her explanations of places we visited. I can go on for a while writing about Eylem because she really deserves it. However, if you are visiting Istanbul contact and hire Eylem as your tour guide her knowledge and know how to get around and learn a lot about Istanbul is your best investment. She is a professional guide with a sense of understanding about what you want to do and see and she accomplishes your tour goals with ease. Eylem is the best tour guide we have used in years. You will not be disappointed and will get 110% return on your investment.
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Rachelme3769gw
Oct 10, 2024
Unforgettable - Eylem was a delight. She was so knowledgeable and patience answering all my question. As an added bonus she took pictures of me with her own camera and sent them to me later. She is a kind, straightforward person that made the experience amazing. I highly recommend her without reserve.
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Sunshine49992309893
Oct 6, 2024
An unforgettable trip filled with rich history, local hidden gems and exceptional guidance - I had an amazing experience with Eylem during our recent trip to the old town of Istanbul. Her deep knowledge of the history and the culture of Istanbul was truly impressive. She was always punctual, friendly, and made sure everyone felt comfortable and engaged. I highly recommend Eylem to anyone looking for local hidden gems and restaurants
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Richeeh
Sep 26, 2024
Wonderful tour - The timing of stops was perfect, and we were impressed by how much you knew about local culture and traditions, good food and enjoy shopping. Thank you for an amazing tour!
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Excursion67748406894
Sep 20, 2024
Wonderful tour - Eylem was an amazing tour guide. She even new details about multiple locations that came from scientific papers. You can really tell she has a great love for history! She was able to answer the many questions of the group of people me and my husband were with (all wedding guest, including myself). She even later send additional information that was requested by some of the guest. We also really liked the headsets so that you could hear her even from a distance. She was also very prepared as she had scarves with her in case any of the ladies forgot to bring anything to cover themselves for our visit of the blue mosque. We would highly recommend Eylem as your tour guide 😉
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Go821539
Sep 19, 2024
Best in class Istanbul tour guide - Eylem is simple a FANTASTIC guide!! Her tour was so well organized & she is encyclopedic in her knowledge of old Istanbul & the important historic sites yet so much fun & a delight to be with.
She selected such special coffee & lunch stops we never would have found on our own & she expertly guided us into our sites, bypassing the long lines!
I highly recommend Eylem as a guide when visiting Istanbul!!
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B7225wbjackb
Sep 19, 2024
Above and beyond a tour guide! - Eylem set the standard for a guided tour of Istanbul. Besides being a subject expert on all the local sites, her knowledge of Turkish history and culture were unsurpassed.
Tour guides all know how to talk but Eylem is also a great listener. She understood our energy levels and crafted our timing to each destination for maximum enjoyment.
I would HIGHLY recommend Eylem as a guide in Istanbul. Well Done Eylem!!!
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