Private tour in Istanbul Oğuz K

Seven Hills of Istanbul with Mosques and Byzantine Architectures

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Oğuz K.

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Hello, this is Oğuz! I was born on the Black Sea coast of Turkey and spent my childhood there till university. I studied in Konya for 3 years Tourism and Guiding and after I graduated, I moved to Istanbul. I'm a family man living in Istanbul with my wife and our two sons together. We love Istanbul a lot! At the moment, I'm a professional tourist guide and working in tourism since 2008. I like the history of Istanbul because it's such an open type of history, you may learn lots of new details all the time related to it. It's also a multicultural city where you may find the different tastes and items belong to Anatolia. Of course, a local guide will be helpful for you to find for what you look for. I like to help our guests to show them some hidden gems where only local people know and prepare some small surprises for them. It should be the best way of traveling to keep something always on mind and remember when you turn back to your country. It's the unforgettable memories you will always remember with you and tell your friends the stories you heard and food you tasted! On my tours, I offer you a different type of pleasures you may experience but I am also open to make a flexible and customized tour just for you! It's always a privilege to have a tour with a local guide! Wish you all the best for your trip to Turkey. Oğuz K. - Certificate of Guiding - by Ministry of Culture and Tourism - Republic of Turkey - Certificate of Business Administration - Anadolu University 2013 - 2018/2019 Working Card for Guiding by Union of Turkish Tourist Guides' Chambers TUREB - A member of Istanbul Tourist Guides Chamber I can't actively drive a car. I am a licensed guide so I don't have a restriction for touring.

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Overview of your Istanbul tour

Istanbul was established on seven hills they say. It's true! On this tour, we will have a chance to visit and stay around some of these hills. Instead of staying in a more touristic part and most visited sights, we will head through the west and discover new experiences. In the Ottoman and Byzantine eras, the most talented Architects constructed their masterpieces on the top of hills to make a great sign of their arts and honor the rulers. Not only the art also different religions and how they affect the lives of other ethnic communities. Old Orthodox, Islamic, and Jewish settlements will be on our way, too. I invite you to join me to explore this mystic part of Istanbul.

Your Istanbul tour itinerary

- Suleymaniye Mosque and Surroundings - Sehzadebasi Mosque and Surroundings - Valens Aquaducts ( taking the photo ) - Break at Chora Mosque ( Good news!!! It's re-opened again after 4 years! ) - Byzantine Palace and Tile Museum ( Tekfur Palace, Closed on Monday ) - Walking near the Old City Walls - Balat and Fener district - Greek Orthodox Patriarch Church - Spice Market - Rustem Pasha Mosque

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Transport details
Type: Walking

We will use a public tram and bus.

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

İstanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye

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Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Tour reference number
857514
Languages
English
Turkish
Activity level
Light
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This private tour in Istanbul is perfect for travellers interested in exploring the city's rich history and architecture, particularly those fascinated by Ottoman and Byzantine heritage. It's ideal for those who want to experience local life away from the most touristy areas and connect with a local guide for deeper insights.

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Hours icon 6 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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Hours icon 6 hours
Walking
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