Private tour in Istanbul SergüN F

Walking in Istanbul old city - Full-day tour in Istanbul

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SergüN F.

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Welcome, I am a licensed professional tour guide based in Istanbul, accredited by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Turkey. I specialize in private, tailor-made experiences designed with attention to detail, comfort, and authenticity. With over 20 years of experience in luxury hotel management, I bring a deep understanding of high-level service and guest expectations. I later pursued my passion for history and culture by graduating from Marmara University’s Tourist Guiding Department, becoming a licensed guide. Beyond guiding, I am also a professional yacht captain with 28 years of sailing experience. This allows me to offer exclusive experiences on the Bosphorus and beyond, combining cultural exploration with refined leisure. Each tour I design is fully personalized — whether you wish to explore Istanbul’s iconic heritage, access lesser-known treasures, or enjoy curated experiences both on land and at sea. I also assist with bespoke itineraries, including nature escapes and ski trips near Istanbul. All tours are conducted in full compliance with Turkish regulations and are organized through A-class licensed travel agencies. Credentials: Licensed Professional Tour Guide – Ministry of Culture and Tourism (License No: 10678) Marmara University – Tourist Guiding Department Master’s Degree in Economic Theory – Marmara University Mersin University – Tourism Management (Class of 1996) Licensed driver (cars and minibuses up to 14 passengers) Yacht Captain License (up to 149 gross tons) I take pride in delivering discreet, high-quality, and memorable travel experiences. I look forward to welcoming you to Istanbul.

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Overview of your Istanbul tour

The city of Istanbul, with its latest name, has a short "2700 years" but very rich history. Today with its 16 million population, it is one of the biggest cities of the world but in the history, it became the three empires capital city; Roman Empire, Byzantion Empire and Ottoman Empire. And we will just be in the ruling center of those three empires.

Recent Reviews

Allison H.United States
July 2026

We did our tour with Sergun on one of our first days in Istanbul, and it was the perfect way to get introduced to the city. He was so knowledgeable and kind, and totally willing to answer all our questions! It was a hot day, and he was able to help us avoid the worst of the heat and crowds so we could truly enjoy the experience. We loved learning about the city and its history, and really appreciated his willingness to also provide some wonderful recommendations for restaurants, neighborhoods to explore, and other things to see in the city! We would take a tour with Sergun again without hesitation.

Maria K.United States
May 2026

Sergun is a very friendly, knowledgeable, accommodating guide. We had a great day in Istanbul and the rooftop lunch was relaxing with beautiful views of the sea and city; and the best calamari! The trams were convenient. Only wish I had known that I needed to bring more cash to purchase skip the line tickets- I didn’t plan for that. Thank you for a great introduction to beautiful Istanbul!

Michelle W.United States
May 2026

Sergun was a phenomenal tour guide for our one day stay in Istanbul. He picked us up at our hotel and showed us all the main attractions. He was very knowledgeable about about all the exhibits and spoke excellent English. He was great about answering all my questions about Turkey’s government and school system and customs. The rooftop restaurant he took us to for lunch was delicious, and he also recommended a good place for dinner and authentic Turkish desserts for that evening. Finally, he gave us very specific instructions for which train to take/where to get off to get to our cruise terminal the following morning. I highly recommend Sergun for touring Istanbul.

Arleen R.United States
May 2026

We were a group of 4 (2 couples from FL) that booked a 2 day tour with Sergün. He was extremely knowledgeable and really knew the ins and outs of Istanbul. He was very accommodating and flexible as well as a super nice guy and very easy to understand. I would not hesitate to recommend him.

William J.United States
May 2026

Fabulous guide. I highly recommend!

Lisa P.United States
May 2026

Sergun was highly informative and very flexible. We had seen most of the 'major' sites that he had planned to take us to. He quickly pivoted and took us to some less known and even more interesting and less crowded places. We highly recommend Sergun. Bob and Lisa P.

Your Istanbul tour itinerary

-We start with the 1800 years old Roman Hippodrome, in the hippodrome we will see the oldest monument of the city the Egyptian obelisk which is even older than the city itself. -After that, we are going to visit the famous Hagia Sophia which is built as a church 916 years later, converted into a mosque and finally used as a museum after 1935. In 2020 the building is converted into a mosque again. -After our visit to Hagia Sophia, we will have a short visit to the most famous cistern of the city which is built by the same emperor during the 6th century. -Then we will have a break for lunch. -In the afternoon we will be visiting the Ottoman era's Topkapi Palace. Feel free to contact me if you would like to customize this tour!

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Transport details
Type: Walking

This is a walking tour and public transport can be used if necessary.

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Entrance fees of museums.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

İstanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: In front of the Egyptian Obelisk in Hipodrome, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Layover
Tour reference number
980774
Languages
English
Turkish
Activity level
High
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

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Who is this private tour in Istanbul best suited for?

This private tour in Istanbul is perfect for travellers who are eager to explore the rich history of the city on foot. It's ideal for those who want to delve into the historical sites of the Roman, Byzantion, and Ottoman Empires. The tour is also suitable for families with kids and travellers with mobility concerns, as it is wheelchair accessible.

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Hours icon 8 hours
Walking
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Hours icon 8 hours
Walking
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