Private Tour
City tour, Wonder of İstanbul
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Join our special tour and experience the best of Istanbul's historical landmarks with a guide who has broad experience in the tourism sector. I am passionate about ensuring my guests' satisfaction and meeting their expectations, while also being mindful of the importance of time during their travels.
My fluency in Turkish, English, and Russian allows me to provide an immersive and personalized experience for guests from all over the world. From the iconic Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque to the hidden gems like the Basilica Cistern and Spice Bazaar, we will explore the fascinating history and culture of Istanbul.
What sets my tour apart is the attention to detail and the personalized approach to each guest's needs. I believe that every traveler deserves a memorable experience, and I strive to deliver just that. Join me on this journey and discover the magic of Istanbul like never before.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that the Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
TopkapI Palace
The unique palace in the world, from where the Ottomans ruled their empire for 400 years. “It is closed on Tuesdays.”
Blue Mosque
The Blue Mosque, also known as Sultan Ahmed Mosque, is located just a short walk from the Hippodrome. This stunning mosque is one of the most famous landmarks of Istanbul, known for its impressive architecture, intricate tilework, and iconic blue domes. One hour is provided for lunch time.
What‘s Included
Organising tour according your desire
Private tour
English and Russian Speaking Guide
Guide Meets You at Central Hotels
Tickets for Museums
Food and Beverage
Transport between places
Gratuities
Private transportation
Options
City Wonders
Reviews
72 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Отличная экскурсия/Great tour
Inelga,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gülşen is wonderful! Communication was very clear, she tailored the tour to incorporate the sights we wanted to see, and was very considered. Among other things, she made sure all the tickets were purchased in advance, so we did not have to wait in lines. The tour itself was fun and we learned a lot! Для русскоязычной аудитории: экскурсия была полностью на русском, маршрут хорошо продуман, все мелочи учтены.
Great excursion in Russian and English languages
Inna R,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I met my mom in Istanbul for a quick family get together and decided to book a tour with Gulsen because she can speak both languages Russian and English. The total excursion took about 4 hours and we all had fantastic time. Gulsen is very knowledgeable, professional and very pleasant on the personal level.I highly recommend her as a tour guide. She can customize your experience to meet your needs in terms of sites you want to see and the content you want to hear. Absolutely the best!
A Fabulous Tour
J460DVadrianc,Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I took this tour on my first day in the city and I couldn't have wished for a better welcome to Istanbul. Gülşen is an excellent and most capable tour guide who is both knowledgeable and empathetic. Her knowledge of the historic sites of Istanbul is extensive and her presentation is both highly informative and evocative of their history. She really brought the places alive for me. At the same time she was kind and attentive to the limitations imposed by my age (I was 72 at the time of my visit) and this kindness made the experience very pleasurable for me. Like many other who have been on the tour, I cannot praise Gülşen too highly. She is a wonderful guide and an amazing lady.
thank you Istanbul.... thank you Gülşen
angelo1934,Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Impeccable organization, quick and effective assistance. Gülşen was extraordinary...precise, friendly, patient, dynamic, and extremely knowledgeable. Truly the "Top" ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. Thank you
It was great !! Thank you...
Anastasiya I,Aug 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was great !! Thank you Gulsen for such an interesting tour. Definitely will recommend it! Learned a lot during this tour:)
Great tour of Istanbul!
2MNtravelers JnA,Aug 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was a great tour! We saw and experienced a lot in one day. Gulsen made it well worth it. She was very flexible, accommodating, and very knowledgeable! We also appreciated her getting all of the tickets for us prior to the tour as well as bringing us to a great place for lunch! Recommend doing this tour!
Outstanding, engaging, knowledge!
Getaway521562,May 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Gülşen was wonderful, super engaging, very knowledgeable and great at accommodating my father who walks with a cane. She answered our many questions about the city and its history, took us to a delicious cafe, and tailored the trip to our interests. Outstanding!
Gulsen showed us so much of Istanbul in just one day!
thomas d,May 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Ask for guide Gulsen! She is so very knowledgeable in all of the Turkish history for the many sites we visited. We were stunned at the beauty of the cistern and the Blue Mosque and learned so much about the Hagia Sophia. She still had time to take us through the Bazaar and the spice market and brought us to her favorite lunch spot. A great adventure made so enjoyable by Gulsen book this one even if you have gone throne or two of the stops before on your own.
Best decision and great experience.
victoriaz848,Apr 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was the best decision to take a one day guided provate tour. For one day we visited the majority of must see sites on Istanbul. It's hard to overestimate how much time we saved on getting into almost all attractions straight away thanks to Gulya. She is a wonderfully, carrying and very knowledgeable guide. Her advices, help and support were priceless. She shared with us all her love and passion about Istanbul. And we will definitely be back there once again.
Good walking tour
joyhuang2016,Jan 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We have elif as our tour guide. She is very knowledgable and friendly. We enjoyed our time and she was very creative in taking pictures from different angles and perspective. She is patient too. We learnt much from our trip. We missed basilica cistern though.
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