Abhijit C.United States
It was wonderful to get an idea of the history and background during our visits to Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. Cicek was very knowledgeable and super helpful.
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Private tour in Istanbul Cicek H
Half Day Orientation Tour
5.0
(6) reviews
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4 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-4 people
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1
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4 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-4 people
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Cicek H.
4.9
Guide rating
200
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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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Walking Tour in Old City
Overview of your Istanbul tour
This tour is planned for the first time visitors who needs an orientation in the old city. We will talk about brief history of the city, see the important highlights from the outside without entering any lines. We can stop in a nice local cafe/restaurant for a turkish tea/coffee or for a traditional kebap and meanwhile talk about the transportation tips in the city, which sites to visit, best restaurants to eat and best shops for traditional goods. The itinerary is scheduled as below, but it can be customized according to your wish.
Recent Reviews
Scott D.United States
Gulay Gunay was by far the best tour guide we had in Japan. Although we had some good ones, Gulay was exceptional. We had three separate tours with her in Tokyo. To account for the ever changing weather, she adapted the tours to ensure fantastic experiences. She was extremely good at introducing us to Toyko’s public transportation where we felt comfortable seeing places on our own too. She was outstanding at explaining local customs at the temples and shrines and took us to the best places. I highly recommend Gulay.
Jay J.United States
Cicek Hekimgil is a fantastic guide. Makes the tour fly by with such interesting facts. I highly recommend her.
Dave S.United States
Cicely was our tour guide and my wife and I very much enjoyed our two tours with her. She showed up on time and took us to all the sites we wanted to visit. She had a lot of interesting information to share. She was able to adjust our tours as we went along and everything went smoothly. I would recommend her for any private guiding you need in Istanbul.
Shilpa J.United States
Highly recommend Cicek! She knew exactly where to take us for certain spices, handbags, and ceramics. She was patient as we shopped. We learned so much history with her and we enjoyed our shopping experience!
Your Istanbul tour itinerary
We will be starting at your chosen time at the meeting point. We will see 1- Hipodrome 2- Hagia Sophia (from outside) 3- Blue Mosque (from outside) 4- Grand Bazaar Please note that Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays. We can replace it for some other site.
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Transport details
Type: Walking
Transportation is not included. It is a walking tour.
What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
İstanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: We can set the meeting point according to your wish.
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Architecture
History
City Highlights
Tour reference number
1236280
Languages
English
TurkishActivity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Traveller reviews
5.0
FAQs
Who is this private tour in Istanbul best suited for?
This private tour in Istanbul is ideal for first-time visitors who want an orientation in the old city. It's perfect for those interested in a brief history of the city and seeing important highlights from the outside without waiting in lines. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly, and for those who prefer a light activity level.
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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4 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-4 people
Your party size
1
Tour date
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4 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-4 people
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Tour date
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