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Hello! Im Sıla, graduated from the Tourism Guiding Department at university and have been passionate about the travel industry ever since. Since my university years, I have worked with several travel agencies in different roles, including sales consulting and travel consulting. These experiences allowed me to understand tourism from multiple perspectives and build a strong professional foundation. For the past four years, I have been working as a licensed professional tour guide in English. I specialize in tailor-made tours, carefully designing each experience according to my guests’ interests, pace, and expectations. All of my tours are conducted fully legally and in accordance with official regulations. If transportation is required, I can arrange a private vehicle through a licensed agency to ensure that all services are provided in a completely legal and professional manner. I also spent a year in Los Angeles, USA, where I worked at a members-only club. This experience expanded my international network, strengthened my communication skills, and gave me a broader global perspective. Currently, I am studying Spanish and plan to offer tours in Spanish in the future as well. I strongly believe in continuous self-development. I regularly read to deepen my knowledge of history and culture and attend seminars to further improve myself professionally. I truly love my profession. Sharing the rich history of my city and my country, meeting new people from different cultures, and creating meaningful travel experiences are what inspire me most. Beyond guiding, I am also interested in the arts and currently take piano lessons. I maintain an active lifestyle through yoga and Pilates, which helps me stay balanced and energized. I would be delighted to welcome you and create a personalized, memorable experience in my city.
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This experience combines Istanbul’s vibrant street food culture with the history of its most lively districts. We begin in Karaköy, tasting the famous fish sandwich by the waterfront, followed by local favorites such as stuffed mussels and kokoreç. Then we ride the historic Tünel, the world’s second-oldest underground railway, up to Istiklal Avenue. In one of the nostalgic arcades (passages), we enjoy a traditional tea break before continuing our tastings in the area. Along Istiklal and its surrounding streets, guests will sample selected Turkish specialties such as içli köfte, pickle juice, baklava, Turkish coffee, and the iconic wet hamburger. Throughout the tour, historical highlights of the district — including arcades, churches, and hidden architectural gems — will be introduced.
• Meeting in Karaköy • Karaköy Street Food Tastings • Historic Tünel Ride • Istiklal Avenue Walk • Traditional Tea Break in a Historic Passage • Beyoğlu Culinary Stops • Architectural & Cultural Highlights • Tour Ends in Taksim Square
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This is primarily a walking tour, with a short ride on the historic Tünel funicular.
No:13 Rıhtım Caddesi, İstanbul, İstanbul, 34425, Türkiye
Guests can be picked up from the cruise port or a centrally located hotel.
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