Tour guide in Istanbul Semih G.

Istanbul, Turkiye

English, Turkish

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Since Nov 14, 2022

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I'm Semih G., your private tour guide in Istanbul

Guide #7669

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As a devoted father and husband, my world revolves around my family. Travel and cultural exploration are my passions, as they expand my perspectives and enrich my life. Guiding since 2007, I owe my career to an unforgettable mentor, my high school English teacher, whose guidance was instrumental in my journey. My experience also includes teaching English at a distinguished Istanbul university. While I love showcasing the city's famous sites, I have a special fondness for its hidden treasures. I invite you to view Istanbul through the eyes of a true local, an Istanbulite. Here, you can witness the sunset over Europe from Asia and sip coffee by the Bosphorus. Istanbul's unique blend of history and culture, shaped by Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires, is unparalleled. As an enthusiastic Istanbulite, I offer you a personalized journey through this magnificent city, promising an unforgettable experience. Feel free to contact me if you want to have a personalized experience of this great city. Together we can make it a memorable one ! Licenced by Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Member of the Union of Tourist Guide Chambers I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver. All my vehicled tours are operated and managed by Sophora Travel, a fully licensed and registered tour company in Türkiye, holding "TURSAB" license number "7338".

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  • Michael S.
    June 2026

    Semih was an excellent guide for us. He was very knowledgeable on the places we wanted to visit, and had additional information on all the spaces in between. He stayed with us and guided us through the transportation, including the tram and ferries, and was a key to our success in having a meal that met our dietary restrictions, but still gave us a taste of the country....

  • Thomas C.
    May 2026

    Semih made our short stay in Istanbul memorable. Not only was the tour great, he gave us suggestions on hotels, boat tours, and how to get around. We saw things I'm sure we would have walked by without him, and he answered all our questions with insight and humor.

  • Louis C.
    May 2026

    Good guide. Showed us everything. Very. Accommodating. Totally happy with him.

  • Maria D.
    April 2026

    We were in Istanbul for two days and had a great time with Semih and Duygu. They were very knowledgeable about the Historical sites and took us to delicious restaurants that were off the beaten path and not tourist traps!