Samad H.United States
Great tour! Very patient and good at answering questions and was flexible with 3 generations. Would use again when visiting Istanbul.
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Private tour in Istanbul Ali S
Full Day Private Airport Stopover & Layover in Istanbul
5.0
(4) reviews
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7 hours
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-10 people
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7 hours
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Private tour for 1-10 people
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Ali S.
5.0
Guide rating
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I believe a good guide is not only to tell about museums and history, but also to inform the guests about everything of the local people lives. That is why now I am ready to customize very special tours for my Tours by Local guests with full of knowledge and experience, any kind of tour for you due to your preferences. Since 1995 I guided guests from all over the world to let them get to know my hometown Istanbul which is the unique city of the world settled on two continents. I am a tourist guide with a lot of experience who can figure out and deal any unexpected surprise which may occur during a tour. It is my responsibility to value every moment of you during our tour. I aspire to show and tell you about Istanbul in the best manner. If you have any further inquiries, please let me know. Official Professional Tourist Guide Licence from Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Republic of Turkey. Member of the Union of Tourist Guide Chambers. Please be informed that all my tours are guaranteed and comply with the laws of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. So please note that the tours quaranteed here are to be by means of an officially registered A class Tourism Travel Agency. ALI SUREYYA TOURS TURİZM Licence nr.14941. The tours are not appropriate to wheelchair.
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An exceptional city tour of Istanbul for the guests making flight connection.
Overview of your Istanbul tour
If you are on a flight to a different part of the world and need to wait for long hours at the airport in Istanbul for the next leg of your flight, why not tour in the city? Both airports in Istanbul are away from the city center and they don't provide good public transportation. On the other hand it is easy to go to city center by private transportation. If you have to stay at least six hours in the airport, I can customize a sightseeing tour according to your preferences, even some museums. A short visit in Istanbul makes you learn the history, culture of the ancient Capital of Roman and Ottoman Empires and sure after that your next travel plans will be for Istanbul. Rather than sitting in a standard cafe in the airport, don't you think it will be better to sit in a local shop for a Turkish Coffee with some sweets? As any moment of your layout is precious from the first minute of the tour till I drop you back to the airport, I will make the best for you to enjoy it.
Recent Reviews
Felipe C.Mexico
Ali was fantastic. We were short on time and he made a huge effort that our time be well spent. Would repeat him as a guide. Great
Mikael S.Sweden
We had a great time, very good program and Ali is a great guide!
Steven L.China
Ali is a very considerate and friendly guide. I enjoyed his tailored-made one-day tour a lot and he is very flexible for my tour, especially when I requested to reschedule my tour due to postponement of my flight to Turkey. His rich knowledge in Istanbul has helped me learn about the history of the city and the heritages. Highly recommended guide and I hope to join his tour again for another trip to Istanbul !
Your Istanbul tour itinerary
As this is a private tour, the itinerary can be changed due to the interest of the guests. The itinerary mentioned below is only a sample. Depending on the arrival and departure time of your flights, it is possible to reschedule the itinerary or customize your tour. -Ancient Hippodrome Square of Constantinople -Blue Mosque (on Fridays can be visited in the afternoon ) -Hagia Sophia -Topkapi Palace (closed on Tuesdays and can be replaced by Dolmabahçe Palace) -Grand Bazaar (closed on Sundays and holidays, can be replaced by Spice Bazaar). -Cistern
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv
Private tranportation by a van with a/c and driver.
What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Private Transportation With Driver
What's not included
Other
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets: Topkapi Palace EURO.50 Dolmabahçe Palace EURO.50 Hagia Sophia EURO.30 Basilica Cistern EURO.45
Meeting location
Istanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide:
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Layover
History
Art And Culture
Architecture
Tour reference number
753702
Languages
Turkish
French
EnglishActivity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Traveller reviews
5.0
FAQs
Who is this private tour in Istanbul best suited for?
This private tour in Istanbul is perfect for travellers who have a layover of at least six hours in the city and want to make the most of their time by exploring Istanbul's rich history and culture. It's also ideal for those who prefer a personalized experience with a local guide, like Ali S., who can offer deeper insights into the city's past as the ancient capital of the Roman and Ottoman Empires.
Can this private tour in Istanbul 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?
Where does the tour start and end?
Is transportation included?
How much walking is involved, and is it suitable for kids, seniors, or travellers with mobility concerns?
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7 hours
Private transportation
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Tour date
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If your tour is valued over $200 USD and booked at least 45 days before the tour date, you can book with a 20% deposit!
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