Private tour in Istanbul Semih K

Big Markets of Istanbul

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Semih K.

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Hi, My name is Semih. I have been working as a tour guide with a great enthusiasm in Turkey since 2007. I am an active licensed professional tour guide in Turkey and willing to add personal touches to every single tour I conduct. It is always my pleasure to help travelers with their itineraries and provide them the most memorable vacation. It is also quite important to me that my guests return home with full of experiences to remember and come back!. I studied on english, archeology, mythology, religions, guidance, history, tourism marketing. . . etc at the Tourism Guidance Department of Suleyman Demirel Universiy. After I graduated from the university, I attended a language school in Malta for 6 months. It was a great experience and chance to practise the language which, I had been improving since primary school. When I came back to Turkey, I sat the English KPDS exam which is compulsory to pass to receive a guiding licence from the Ministry of Tourism. Moreover, I travelled 36 days around Turkey with archeologists and comprehensively learnt all the cities' history including with different traditions. Now, I am looking forward to welcoming my dear guests here in Istanbul, Turkey. I have the professional tour guide license since 2007 I don't drive,however I can arrange the transportation with a professional driver, when it is required.

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Overview of your Istanbul tour

On this tour, you are going to have the best shopping experience at the big markets of Istanbul. I invite you to learn and purchase the authentic goods of Turkey such as, carpets/kilims, pottery, scarfs, towels, leather goods, silver/gold wears, Turkish delights/spices and so on... You are going to have a chance to see how carpets are made and what they are made of. You are also going to taste some samples of Turkish Delights and non-alcholic beverages such as tea or coffee. Please don't forget that you are not going to offend anyone if you don't buy anything.

Your Istanbul tour itinerary

I meet you at the location, we agree on! On this tour you are going to see the selected stores at the markets ( Grand Bazaar and Spice Market). And also You are going to have the knowledge of authentic items and genuine purchase if you like to. You are going to see; 1- carpet weaving on the loom (certified items) 2- potery making on the kick wheel (certified items) 3- Turkish delights, hearbal tea and spices 4- accroding to your interest, we look for the goods such as gold, silver, scarf, towel, calligrahy and so on. You can name this itinerary ''how is it made?'

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Transport details
Type: Walking

Depends on the location of the hotel (meeting place) and the number of visitors, transportation will be suggested accordingly. We can efficiently use public transport, such as tram, taxi or metro. If a vehicle is required, we can discuss the price additionally (because of the vehicle restriction in the old city, it is all pedestrian once you get there).

What's included
Private Guide
Other: complimentary drinks, snacks and sweet samples at the shops
What's not included
Tickets
Private Transportation
Private Transportation With Driver
Other
Accommodation
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Tastings
Equipment
Classes Workshop
Services
Meeting location

İstanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye

1-Airport 2-Cruise Terminal 3-Hotel 4- Location suggested ByGuide

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories
Shopping
Art And Culture
Food And Drink
Tour reference number
1377672
Languages
English
Activity level
Light

Frequently asked questions

Who is this private tour in İstanbul best suited for?

This private tour in İstanbul is perfect for travellers who are interested in experiencing the vibrant markets of the city and learning about authentic Turkish goods. It's ideal for those who want to see how traditional items like carpets and pottery are made, and for anyone looking to enjoy a unique shopping experience with insights from a local guide like Semih K. Whether you're a first-time visitor or someone who wants to delve deeper into the culture, this tour offers a personalized experience.

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Can this private tour in İstanbul be customized to focus on what I want to see and skip places I've already visited?

How long is the tour, and can the start time or duration be adjusted?

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Is transportation included?

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Hours icon 3 hours
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