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    Half day in Istanbul with a local Flexible Half-Day Discovery
    Istanbul

    Half day in Istanbul with a local

    5 (48)
    4 hours
    From   $124.2   per person
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    Vibrant culture, a very Grand Bazaar, and impossible to resist mezze.

    Pre-Trip Planning Session
    Istanbul

    Istanbul trip planning video call

    5 (90)
    30-90 minutes
    From   $30   per person
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    Video chat or email with a local to plan your perfect trip or get answers to all your questions

    Must see Istanbul with a local Iconic Sights & Hidden Gems
    Istanbul

    Must see Istanbul with a local

    5 (64)
    8 hours
    From   $229.8   per person
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    A mosaic encrusted Byzantine basilica, continent hopping, and syrup-soaked baklava.

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    Must see Istanbul with a local Iconic Sights & Hidden Gems
    Istanbul

    Must see Istanbul with a local

    5 (64)
    8 hours
    From   $229.8   per person
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    A mosaic encrusted Byzantine basilica, continent hopping, and syrup-soaked baklava.

    Half day in Istanbul with a local Flexible Half-Day Discovery
    Istanbul

    Half day in Istanbul with a local

    5 (48)
    4 hours
    From   $124.2   per person
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    Vibrant culture, a very Grand Bazaar, and impossible to resist mezze.

    Escape the airport: see Istanbul on your layover Layover Exploration
    Istanbul

    Escape the airport: see Istanbul on your layover

    5 (34)
    5 hours
    From   $213.6   per person
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    The Grand Bazaar, meze platters, and some serious haggling.

    Full day in Istanbul with a local Flexible Full-Day Discovery
    Istanbul

    Full day in Istanbul with a local

    4.9 (38)
    8 hours
    From   $229.8   per person
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    The Bosphorus Strait, a meyhane tavern, and some good old market haggling.

    Family day in Istanbul with a local Family-Friendly
    Istanbul

    Family day in Istanbul with a local

    5 (60)
    4 hours
    From   $124.2   per person
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    The Grand Bazaar and Turkish delights (we don’t just mean the sweets).

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    Eat like a local in Istanbul Local Food & Drink Tastings
    Istanbul

    Eat like a local in Istanbul

    5 (71)
    3 hours
    From   $133.8   per person
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    Baklava dripping in honey, flaky pastries and the best kebab in the city.

    Half day in Istanbul with a local Flexible Half-Day Discovery
    Istanbul

    Half day in Istanbul with a local

    5 (48)
    4 hours
    From   $124.2   per person
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    Vibrant culture, a very Grand Bazaar, and impossible to resist mezze.

    Full day in Istanbul with a local Flexible Full-Day Discovery
    Istanbul

    Full day in Istanbul with a local

    4.9 (38)
    8 hours
    From   $229.8   per person
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    The Bosphorus Strait, a meyhane tavern, and some good old market haggling.

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    Sue 24 February 2026

    Fabulous Tour! Emir was very friendly and knowledgeable. I learned so much about Istanbul. He also took me to places off the beaten track that I would never have discovered on my own. Would highly recommend this tour.

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    Simon 17 February 2026

    Fantastic introduction to historical and cultural diversity at the heart of Istanbul. Got valuable orientation on must see highlights of this vibrant city.

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    Thais 22 February 2026

    I liked that we walked the whole way and it felt very personable since it was just me and a local

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    Sue 19 February 2026

    Emir was fabulous! He asked me what I wanted out of the tour from the outset and made sure I was happy with his suggested itinerary. I saw a mixture of must sees in Istanbul as well as some hidden gems that only a local would know about. His knowledge of the history of Istanbul was phenomenal but he explained it to me in a very easy to understand way. I have learned so much about Istanbul and turkey from this tour. Would highly recommend Emir and this company. Thank you

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    Sue, 24 February 2026

    Fabulous Tour! Emir was very friendly and knowledgeable. I learned so much about Istanbul. He also took me to places off the beaten track that I would never have discovered on my own. Would highly recommend this tour.

    Simon, 17 February 2026

    Fantastic introduction to historical and cultural diversity at the heart of Istanbul. Got valuable orientation on must see highlights of this vibrant city.

    Thais, 22 February 2026

    I liked that we walked the whole way and it felt very personable since it was just me and a local

    Sue, 19 February 2026

    Emir was fabulous! He asked me what I wanted out of the tour from the outset and made sure I was happy with his suggested itinerary. I saw a mixture of must sees in Istanbul as well as some hidden gems that only a local would know about. His knowledge of the history of Istanbul was phenomenal but he explained it to me in a very easy to understand way. I have learned so much about Istanbul and turkey from this tour. Would highly recommend Emir and this company. Thank you

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