Private tour in Istanbul Ayse S
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Hello, I’m Ayse — a licensed professional tour guide and podcaster based in Turkey, with a deep passion for storytelling, culture, and meaningful travel experiences. Istanbul is my hometown, I was borned and raised in the historical peninsula. As a tour guide İstanbul became my area of expertise for many years. For me, guiding is not just about sharing dates and historical facts. It’s about bringing places to life. When we walk through a city together, I want you to feel its soul — to follow the traces in an ordinary looking street or building; symbols, architecture, narratives and find out how it keeps a secret or story from history I specialize in cultural and historical tours, blending architecture, art, faith, and human stories into one immersive experience. Whether we are standing in front of an ancient monument, walking through a hidden street, or watching the sunset over a timeless skyline, I aim to create moments you will truly remember. My guests often tell me they appreciate my warm approach, clear storytelling, and the balance between knowledge and emotion. If you are looking for more than just a tour — if you are looking for connection, insight, and a guide who genuinely loves what she does — I would be happy to explore together. Let’s go deep into Istanbul and and have a time travel around the streets towards two extra ordinary Empires, come and join me!
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In this tour, we will discover two magnificent monuments representing two great empires: the Şehzade Mosque and the Pantocrator Monastery. These buildings will serve as our keys to understanding the worlds of the Byzantines and the Ottomans. Next, we will continue to the former Pantocrator Monastery, the second-largest Byzantine structure in Istanbul after Hagia Sophia, built by an emperor of the Byzantine Empire. In this fascinating site, we will discuss its history, architectural features, and the Latin invasion — and I’ll show you some of its hidden corners. Along our route, we will also encounter several unique and intriguing stops: The lost grave of the last Byzantine Emperor, Constantine XI Dragases A tunnel beneath the Valens Aqueduct The oldest shop serving a traditional Ottoman drink, Vefa Boza And finally, a panoramic view of the Roman Aqueduct Join us for a journey through time — from the heart of the Byzantine Empire to the glory of the Ottomans.
Şehzade Mosque Vefa Bozacısı Roman Aqueduct Zeyrek Mosque (Former Pantocrator Monastry) And many historical shops and bazaars End at Zeyrek mosque
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