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Private tour in Istanbul Cicek H
Grand Bazaar Istanbul – Shopping & Traditional Arts and Handicrafts
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Merhaba Dear ToursByLocals Guest! I am a licensed tour guide who is in love with this vibrant and beautiful city. Every single day I have another reason to love it even more. Istanbul is a city that has been capital of three civilizations for more than 1. 600 years. I have tours for most requested itineraries. You can find the itinerary that suits you the best. Or you can write me for a custom made private itinerary to suit you the best with the perfect balance of history, architecture, culture, shopping, friendly local people and delicious food. I would love to show you the highlights of the city not only with the history of it but also with interesting real life stories and facts behind it. So be prepared to fall in love with Istanbul. * Guiding licence approved by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Turkish Republic. ** Certificate for Specialization for Guiding in Istanbul aproved by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Turkish Republic and Istanbul Chamber of Guides. ***In accordance with the recent amendments of laws regarding tour guiding in Turkey , the guides are not allowed to sell tours. So please note that the tours guaranteed here are to be by means of an officially registered A class Tourism & Travel Agency. No restrictions.
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Shopping, traditional arts & crafts, cultural experience
Overview of your Istanbul tour
The Grand Bazaar is one of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets, built in the 15th century with over 4,000 shops . It has been the heart of trade, craftsmanship, and social life for centuries. During this tour, we explore the bazaar not only as a shopping venue, but as a living museum of traditional Turkish arts and handicrafts. We focus on handmade rugs and handmade ceramics, two of Turkey’s most important traditional crafts. You will learn how hand-woven rugs are made, the meaning of their colors and patterns, and the difference between natural and synthetic materials. We also explore hand-painted ceramics, inspired by Ottoman and Iznik designs, and see how each piece is decorated by skilled artisans. This tour offers a clear and enjoyable introduction to authentic Turkish craftsmanship, while giving you time to shop and appreciate truly handmade products.
Your Istanbul tour itinerary
We can meet in the old city to see Handmade rugs Ceramics Gold and Silver Jewelry Miniature & calligraphy Gifts, Evil Eye & Accessories Scarves, spices, turkish delights, saphran, Leather Handbags, belts, purses Time for sipping your turkish coffee while watching the bazaar life in an authentic cafe.
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Type: Walking
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İstanbul, İstanbul, 34120, Türkiye
Cemberlitas Tram Station
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