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Istanbul Old City Highlights Tour with Licensed Guide

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Overview

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Turkish

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We are a group of licensed, professional guides in Istanbul. We created this platform to offer you the best private tours.

Our tours help you skip long lines and avoid crowds with the help of local experts.

With us, you’ll enjoy a smooth, comfortable, and memorable visit.

This tour is conducted in cooperation with HIGH CLASS TRAVEL (TÜRSAB License No: 4035), an officially registered A-Class Travel Agency in Türkiye, ensuring full compliance with national tourism regulations.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

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Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

At Hagia Sophia, you'll explore one of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks, marveling at its stunning dome, intricate mosaics, and rich history. I'll guide you through its transformation from a cathedral to a mosque and museum, sharing stories of Byzantine and Ottoman empires. A truly unforgettable journey through art, culture, and history!

1 hour • Admission Not Included
2

Basilica Cistern

Explore the mystical Basilica Cistern, featured in From Russia With Love, with its ancient columns rising from the water. Built by the Romans, this hidden gem offers a peaceful escape beneath Istanbul's bustling streets. I'll share its fascinating history and legends as we wander through its cool, quiet corridors.

1 hour • Admission Not Included

What‘s Included

Professional Licensed Guide

Local Guide meets you at your hotel

Private Tour

Gratuities

Museum Ticket (optional)

Pickup points

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Reviews

5.00

15 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • I want to thank our city guide, Zafer! It was one of the best city tours with a guide. Firstly, we did not waste a minut

    Evgeniya E,,Aug 28, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    I want to thank our city guide, Zafer! It was one of the best city tours with a guide. Firstly, we did not waste a minute of our time in lines at Hagia Sophia and other places. In addition to detailed museum information, we learned some subtleties and uninteresting facts about the work of the Grand Bazaar, the city's transport system (which saved considerable time and money in our subsequent explorations of the town). About the recycling system, the people who help keep the city clean, and much more. Zafer was busy with us the whole day and was very involved. Most importantly, he took many great photos of us.

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  • Beautiful day! A tour worth every minute!

    evrimt459,,Aug 10, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    I enjoyed this tour and highly recomend it to everyone! The guide was knowledgeable, friendly and made the whole day fun and memorable! The carpet-weavers experience was amazing and very informative! Great to see the dervish show! A must do!

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    1mrmagoo,,Aug 8, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Young man was polite & knowledgeable. Wife & I felt safe during the tour. Informative. Took the time with extra stops so we could use the restroom and always had something to drink.

  • Family trip to Turkiye

    Dreamer39419226028,,Aug 7, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Zafer was a fantastic guide. Very attentive and always making sure our needs are taken care of during the trip. He is also very resourceful whenever we will need to change the itinerary in short notice during the trip.

  • Great Experience

    Danielle A,,Jul 22, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    I had a great private walking tour with Zafer in Old Istanbul! I learned so much as he was very informative and energetic about explaining each stop along the way. Because it was private, I was able to spend as much time as desired at each location! I highly recommend this tour and Zafer!

  • The best guide in Turkey 🇹🇷

    ericsondmd,,May 25, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    This was our first visit to Turkey and the plan would see us stay for 2 weeks. Our itinerary meant moving around famous places from Instalbul to Cappadocia, Pamukkale to Ephesus, Troy and Back. The means for us to move around was by land which meant road trip every couple of days. Turkey is such an amazing and place but highlight of this trip was our guide. From day 1 to day 14, Our guide was nothing short of perfection. He was very courteous, smart, articulate and well mannered. He constantly evolves, adjusting to the needs of each individual ( we were a party of 9). His knowledge about Turkey was inspiring. I absolutely recommend this tour service.

  • 14-day private tour (group of 9) to Türkiye

    riajamiet,,May 25, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Our trip to Türkiye was truly an unforgettable experience—thanks to our amazing tour guide, Zafer. He expertly led us through a well-organized itinerary, ensuring every day was filled with rich cultural insights and memorable experiences. His deep knowledge of Türkiye history, landmarks, and local traditions made each stop more meaningful. He also went above and beyond to recommend and arrange the best optional tours—if Zafer says it’s a must, trust him, it definitely is! One of the highlights of the trip was the incredible food. He carefully selected restaurants and local spots that gave us a true taste of Turkish cuisine, and every meal felt like a culinary adventure. What made the experience even more special is Zafer’s attention to capturing memories—he takes amazing photos throughout the trip, so you go home not only with great experiences but also beautiful photos to remember them by. Most importantly, Zafer was always mindful and attentive to everyone’s needs, making the entire journey smooth, enjoyable, and stress-free. His professionalism, warmth, and dedication truly set him apart. Zafer is highly recommended—we couldn’t have asked for a better guide to show us the best of Türkiye!

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  • Wonderful full day guided tour of the old town

    stevenk1974z,,May 25, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Our guide Zafer was amazing! We booked a full day private tour, focussing on the Old Town and he was the perfect guide. Very knowledgeable and passionate about the city and its rich history, completely flexible with anything we wanted to see, or spend more/less time at, making it an wonderful, informative and efficient day. I will certainly be recommending Zafer to any of my friends who visit the city! Thank you so much! :)

  • Excellent time in Turkiye

    M5144QGbenh,,Apr 24, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    We enjoyed the time of family bonding and learning as we travelled from place to place. Tour leader (guide) was able to explain the history of the places clearly

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  • unbelievable

    F8773HZahmet ,,Apr 23, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Hello. It was a wonderful trip for me and my friend. We saw incredible historical places. The tour guide showed us around in a very cheerful and entertaining way. Thank you and him very much. We will definitely come again.

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