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 activities, featuring four outstanding monuments: the impressive German Fountain, a gift from Wilhelm II, the grand Egyptian Obelisk, the detailed Serpentine Column, and the historic Walled Obelisk. Each monument contributes a distinct charm, making this site a must-see for sports…
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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Fish-engineer
Jul 14, 2025
Awesome knowledgeable guide service - Serkan was amazing! Full knowledge of the sights we visited and very patient with our novice understanding. Highly recommend a really great way to get an overview especially if you only have a day or 2.
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G2939blkatherined
Jul 2, 2025
Istanbul Walking Tour - Great experience with Serkan! He was very knowledgeable and took us to the best places in Istanbul. Highly recommended!
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Umdrenee
Jun 7, 2025
Serkan was wonderful. He... - Serkan was wonderful. He took us to all of the big attractions and tailored the experience to what we wanted to see and buy. He brought a wealth of knowledge and we learned so much about the history of the Turks. He also takes AMAZING pictures and I learned several tricks for better photos as well. Highly recommend this tour!!
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Experience673077
May 25, 2025
Great experience - Serkan was an amazing tour guide. He took us to one of the most emblematic tourist spots in Istanbul and he did like a pro as photographer. He is so friendly, patient, welcoming and has a great knowledge of the places. My mom, my aunt and I loved experiencing the Turkish culture. I highly recommend him. Saludos desde Monterrey, México
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Acbuc
Apr 18, 2025
Highly recommend - Our guide Serkan was good and was customer focused. Highly recommend him! Very accommodating, friendly, and knowledgeable.
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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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From $26
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).