
The Grand Bazaar and Turkish delights (we don’t just mean the sweets).
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
You’ll discover what jewels there are waiting for you in Istanbul - a fascinating destination for you and your family if ever there was one! Life here is lived in the streets, and so you’ll join one of our local Istanbul hosts to explore the city together; they can’t wait to share with you the market culture, the outdoor cafes, the street food, and history with you.
Your wish is our command - kind of like having a fairy godmother - so let us know your pace and your family’s style, and we’ll stick to it. You could visit impressive sights like the world-renowned Blue Mosque, stroll through the lush gardens of the Dolmabahce Palace or explore an Aladdin's cave of wonders (also known as The Grand Bazaar).
All of that exploring will obviously call for a snack or two - what about some lahmacun, a kind of Turkish pizza, some flaky borek pastries stuffed with meat or spinach, or even some Turkish delight? It would almost be rude not to. Along the way, your host will spill the secrets of some other great, family-friendly spots to visit during the rest of your trip.
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Ipek was incredible! She put me at ease in this huge city immediately. Very knowledgeable. Relaxed fun tour, it felt like I was hanging out with a friend. Highly recommend booking her!
Show moreIpek was very friendly & knowledgeable, and her English was exceptional. She was easy to talk to & listen to, and I appreciated her insights. I enjoyed visiting the Asian side of Istanbul and seeing an authentic modern neighborhood.
Show moreWe had a great day in Istanbul with Tugba who crafted her suggestions based on how much we could take in. We really enjoyed chatting with her and hearing more about life experiences in Istanbul. It was as our first day in the city, and it was so nice to let someone else do the navigation. We really recommend a day with Tugba!
Show moreWe had the very best day of our trip so far thanks to our amazing guide, Ipek. Communication leading up to our visit was friendly, excellent, and thoughtful. We were able to share about our interests which resulted in a beautifully curated tour of the Bazaar and fine shopping sites. Ipek helped us navigate the always busy and loud Bazaar with confidence. Her knowledge and professionalism aided us in finding lovely gifts for friends as well as some fabulous gifts for us. We found everything we hoped to buy, and ended our day at a spectacular ceramic gallery which included an educational and fascinating overview of pottery making and history. We highly recommend this private tour for anybody visiting Istanbul and we absolutely recommend our wonderful guide, Ipek.
Show moreGreat tour and visit with Ipek. She tailored the tour to our interests and the weather. She was very knowledgeable and helpful providing useful advice. Definitely recommend this company and tour
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