Jan D.
Hello i want to recommend this tour. I only had one day and that day was unforgettable in istanbul .She is awesome and she made me feel like i have been in istanbul all my life. I highly recommend her!!! You won't regret it.
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Private tour in Istanbul Neslihan A
Private Half Day Istanbul Tour
5.0
(45) reviews
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4 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-4 people
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4 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-4 people
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Neslihan A.
5.0
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Hi! I'm Neslihan, and Istanbul has been my classroom for nearly 20 years. I've been a licensed professional guide since 2008 — and I still discover something new every time I'm out with a guest. My background is a little unusual: I studied tour guiding, business, media communications, and history — two degrees, two diplomas. Then I pursued a master's degree at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences (HSLU) in Switzerland, which gave me a very different perspective. I learned how Western visitors think, what surprises them, and what they actually want to understand about a city like Istanbul. I also spent time in Argentina learning Spanish, which taught me that the best way to connect with people is through stories, not facts. When you're on tour with me, I won't recite dates and names. I'll tell you what was really going on behind the palace walls, why the city looks the way it does, and what the monuments meant to the people who built them. History doesn't have to feel like a lesson — it just needs the right storyteller. I'd love to show you my city. Let's make it a day you actually remember.
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Let's see the city highlights together!!
Overview of your Istanbul tour
You can customize your tour just tell me what would you like to do. If you have a special interest and wishlist and the classic tours don't correspond your wishes and interest. Make an itinerary what would you like to do. I love Istanbul and I believe there are many thing to explore in every corner of this beautiful city. I will tell you stories when we are walking aroud the city like local. We will taste local food and also stop for coffee or tea. If you like history and art we can visit Hagia Sophia Blue Mosque and Underground Cistern. If you want to see local life and history together we can visit Dolmabahce Palace Taksim Square Istiklal street and Galata tower. Or we can visit tottally different part of the city! Pier Loti Hill Chora Museum and Suleymaniye Mosque You will feel the city, learn the culture taste the best food and drinks. everything is felxible in this tour with me. I believe you wil enjoy in your limited time in Istanbul! Istanbul is waiting for you!
Recent Reviews
Julie N.Singapore
We had a most enjoyable half day with Neslihan, absorbing the history and culture of Istanbul. Due to the limited time we have, we visited Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and also managed to enjoy local cuisines. Neslihan's passion and flair in telling the story behind each significant event makes this a most interesting excursion for us. I would highly recommend her as a private guide for Istanbul.
C L.China
Neslihan has an amazing knowledge of Istanbul, told us many interesting stories of the city and its history. She is a great story teller and also a generous person. She took us to many hidden gems in Istanbul, and we had a surprisingly great time with Neslihan. We would strongly recommend Neslihan!
Christopher C.United States
She was great. Very personable. She was able to tailor the tour to include all our requests. We had a wonderful time!
John T.United States
During a recent trip to Istanbul, we booked a half day tour with Neslihan. We had just the best experience with her. Neslihan was so friendly, very professional and extremely knowledgeable regarding the city and its culture and history. She was an absolute joy to spend time with and had incredible stories about the people important to Istanbul's history. Neslihan provided many very helpful tips on how best to navigate the city during the rest of our stay. We highly recommend Neslihan !
Deborah W.United States
My husband and I had a fantastic tour of Istanbul today with Neslihan. We just had 4 hours but learned so much in that time. She mixes history of the city with current events and her stories are entertaining and informative. It was a highlight of our trip.
Your Istanbul tour itinerary
Let's make our tour program together! If you want we can visit some important historical places or if you want we can visit the Fener Balat area to see the local life. Option 1 Hagia Sophia Blue Mosque Underground Cistern Option 2 Dolmabahce Palace Taksim Square Istiklal street Galata tower Option 3 Suleymaniye Mosque Chora Museum Pier Loti Hill
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Transport details
Type: Walking
It is a walking tour. Depends on your hotel location. If it is located in the old city that we will walk to sites. If your hotel is not in the old city, we will take public transport or a taxi. If you want I can arrange a clean modern air-conditioned vehicle. Send me a quote and I will customize the tour for you.
What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. If we visit museums, tickets are not included.
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
İstanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye
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- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
History
Tour reference number
201994
Languages
Turkish
EnglishActivity level
Light
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 want a personalized experience and wish to explore the city with a local guide. Whether you're interested in history, art, or local life, Neslihan A. can tailor the itinerary to match your interests. It's also ideal for those who want to taste local food and enjoy stories about the city while walking around like a local.
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?
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4 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-4 people
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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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