Half day in Istanbul with a local Istanbul
Vibrant culture, a very Grand Bazaar, and impossible to resist mezze.
$102.7 per person
4 hours
(8)
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Private experience, tailored to you
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5 hours
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Matched to your ideal host
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Walking tour (may use public transport)
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Hosted in English (On request: Arabic, Bengali, French, German, Spanish)
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Your host will meet you at the airport.
Experience outline
- Make the most of your layover in Istanbul with a local host to guide you through the city
- However long you’re touching down for, your host will create an itinerary which is customized to your time and interests
- You could see the city’s highlights, like Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque and shop for spices in the Grand Bazaar
- Explore famous central districts or get off the beaten path and discover an artistic local neighborhood like Kadikoy
- Visit a local eatery or stop by street food stalls to try authentic Turkish dishes like stuffed mussels
- Your host will meet you at the airport, and make sure you’re back there in time for your connecting flights
Things to know
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Reviews
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Aylin was an amazing guide. I was able to see all of the city in such a short amount of time. We did everything I could’ve dreamed of and more. She was so informative and very accommodating to my needs.
April 2024
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My flight got to Istanbul at 5:30 a.m. Despite the company's normal tour start time of 8:00 a.m., my guide Feruza picked me up at the airport at 7:00 a.m., giving me an extra hour in Istanbul. Feruza is knowledgeable about the city, personable, and thoughtful. In addition to sharing with me information about the Blue Mosque and other historic sites, she talked to me about Turkish history, culture, religious practices, and daily lives of the locals. Although my time in Istanbul was short, I had a good introduction to the city.
March 2024
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IT IS Personal! IT IS Private! My guide Céline is awesome. Even though we had a little bit difficulty finding each other, as the phone number listed with the company was not updated, we found each other. I found 4 hours well spent. I’ll be back to Istanbul, will tour more in Turkey!
February 2024
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She is knowledgeable, polite, and flexible!
February 2024
