Tour guide in Istanbul Sergün F.
Istanbul, Turkiye
English, Turkish, Italian
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I'm Sergün F., your private tour guide in Istanbul
Guide #36400
Welcome, I am a licensed professional tour guide based in Istanbul, accredited by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Turkey. I specialize in private, tailor-made experiences designed with attention to detail, comfort, and authenticity. With over 20 years of experience in luxury hotel management, I bring a deep understanding of high-level service and guest expectations. I later pursued my passion for history and culture by graduating from Marmara University’s Tourist Guiding Department, becoming a licensed guide. Beyond guiding, I am also a professional yacht captain with 28 years of sailing experience. This allows me to offer exclusive experiences on the Bosphorus and beyond, combining cultural exploration with refined leisure. Each tour I design is fully personalized — whether you wish to explore Istanbul’s iconic heritage, access lesser-known treasures, or enjoy curated experiences both on land and at sea. I also assist with bespoke itineraries, including nature escapes and ski trips near Istanbul. All tours are conducted in full compliance with Turkish regulations and are organized through A-class licensed travel agencies. Credentials: Licensed Professional Tour Guide – Ministry of Culture and Tourism (License No: 10678) Marmara University – Tourist Guiding Department Master’s Degree in Economic Theory – Marmara University Mersin University – Tourism Management (Class of 1996) Licensed driver (cars and minibuses up to 14 passengers) Yacht Captain License (up to 149 gross tons) I take pride in delivering discreet, high-quality, and memorable travel experiences. I look forward to welcoming you to Istanbul.
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- Lawrence D.United States6 days ago
The day was perfect. Sergun's knowledge of the New Istanbul and our request for lunch at a locals' restaurant was perfect again. He compromised on my walking ability and we constantly adjusted the day. Highly recommend Sergun!!

Replied from the guide, Sergün F.
October 2026Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a pleasure exploring Istanbul together, and I’m glad we could adapt the day to your pace. Making sure you feel comfortable while experiencing the real Istanbul is always my priority. I hope to welcome you back someday!
- Lynne P.United States1 week ago
Sergün was an amazing guide! He is knowledgeable, accommodating, and extremely pleasant. He also showed us where to get a kebab … where the locals eat. It was delicious! We had a very nice day 😊

Replied from the guide, Sergün F.
October 2026Thank you so much for your lovely review! 😊 I truly enjoyed spending the day with you and sharing my city with you. I’m so happy you enjoyed the kebab spot, too! For me, the best way to discover Istanbul is to experience it like a local, and I’m glad we could share that together. It was a real pleasure meeting you, and I hope we’ll have the chance to meet again someday!...
- Miles B.United States1 week ago
Sergun was the perfect guide for seeing Istanbul! Trust me it is worth it to have someone like him - he will help plan your day to avoid the big crowds, skip the line at some attractions, find good places to eat, dive deep into the history and beauty of Istanbul, and recommend other good places for the rest of your trip. If you join a large group tour, you'll just be an...

Replied from the guide, Sergün F.
October 2026Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure showing you Istanbul and sharing some of my favorite places with you. My goal is always to help my guests experience Istanbul beyond the usual tourist route and create memories they’ll cherish long after their trip. I hope you have many more wonderful experiences during your travels, and I’d be delighted to...
- Kaz L.Australia2 weeks ago
We had a fantastic day exploring Istanbul with Sergün and would highly recommend him to anyone visiting this incredible city! After our cruise ship docked at Galataport, Sergün met us and walked us to the tram, helping us with the ticket process and making everything easy from the very beginning. We explored Istanbul’s historic Old City, starting with the magnificent...

Replied from the guide, Sergün F.
October 2026Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a real pleasure spending the day with you and sharing Istanbul’s fascinating history, beautiful mosques, bustling bazaars, and, of course, some delicious Turkish baklava! 😊 I’m delighted that you enjoyed the experience and felt comfortable throughout the day. Making sure my guests have a memorable and authentic...






