Private and guided Istanbul food tour - Taste of Istanbul
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Private and guided Istanbul food tour - Taste of Istanbul
By Private Istanbul Walking Tours
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Delight your palate in a multitude of Turkish flavors on this flexible private food tour. The immersive culinary adventure goes way beyond your average kebab. Feast on a traditional Turkish breakfast plus coffee, baklava, and stretchy ice cream. Take a ferry to the often-overlooked Asian side of the city and enjoy stuffed mussels, pickles, and a dish or two for the adventurous traveler.
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 0-90
Duration: 5–6 hours
Start time: Check availability
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Live guide: English
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Highlights
- Taste a huge variety of traditional Turkish foods
- Explore popular districts around Istanbul
- Customize the itinerary to suit your interests
- Get the personalized experience of a private tour
- Beverages - Non acholic beverages, tea and coffee.
- The breakfast includes a variety of seasonal delicacies such as Turkish menemen, sucuklu omelet, olives, cheese, kaymak, and honey.
- Experience the delightful variety of food on both the Europe and Asian sides of Istanbul.
- Professional guide
- Private tour
What's not included- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
- Murat Muhallebicisi, Karamustafapaşa Mah., Kemankeş Karamustafa Paşa, Halilpaşa Sok. Aksu İşhani 14/C, 34440 Beyoglu/Beyoğlu/Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye
Pickup details- Make the most of your trip with a personal tour guide who will meet you in person at your hotel, vacation rental, or cruise port.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.- Galataport Istanbul, Kılıçali Paşa, Meclis-i Mebusan Cd. No: 8 İç Kapı No: 102, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye
End:- Karaköy - Eminönü vapur iskelesi, Anadolu Yakası, Caferağa, 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, TürkiyeThe tour will end at the Kadikoy ferry station on the Asian side.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 63525P7- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Please note: the itinerary is subject to change, based on the location's availability and weather.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- The tour concludes on the Asian side at the Kadikoy ferry station, where you can easily take a ferry back to Europe.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 63525P7
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- Anadolu Yakası, Caferağa, 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, TürkiyeThe tour will end at the Kadikoy ferry station on the Asian side.
About the operator
Don’t take it from us – here’s what people have to say about this operator:
- Karol R0 contributionsFantastic two days with Furkan.We took an old city walking tour with Furkan. He met us in the lobby at 8:00 AM and led us on a very informative and enjoyable tour of Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar. He had booked the tickets in advance, allowing us to skip the long lines, and since we started early, we were able to beat the large crowds at the museums. Furkan was incredibly knowledgeable about his country and its history. His great sense of humor made the historical tour even more enjoyable. At the end of the tour, he also assisted us with our shopping in the bazaar, helping us negotiate and find authentic handcrafted rugs and tiles. He was so impressive that we ended up booking another tour with him for the following day to explore less-visited tourist sites and local food. Once again, we were not disappointed! The food tour was the highlight of our Istanbul trip. This was our first food tour, and from now on, we plan to book a food tour wherever we go. We loved it!Written October 23, 2024
- Wrenly D0 contributionsIstanbul, solo female trip.I typically don’t post reviews, but the Istanbul old city tour I took with Derya was amazing, and I want to share my experience with anyone visiting Istanbul. Derya was incredibly friendly from the moment she greeted me at the hotel. It felt like I was exploring Istanbul with a long time friend. She even went above and beyond, extending her time to help me shop for authentic handcrafted items in the bazaar. I wish I had more time to spend with her in Istanbul. I will definitely return to see more of this wonderful city.Written September 28, 2024
- Leah C0 contributionsThe most fun part of our trip.We were so lucky to find Furkan on TripAdvisor. From the first email to the end of the tour, he was always helpful and polite. He showed us around Istanbul for two and a half days, taking us to all the must-see spots like Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, Blue Mosque, and the Grand Bazaar. We even had the best food tasting tour ever. To cap it off, we ended our time with a Bosporus cruise on a private yacht, which was incredibly relaxing and peaceful. We’ve traveled a lot, but these were the best guided tours ever. Furkan knows Istanbul inside out and is an excellent storyteller, so we had a blast with him!Written August 31, 2024
- Violeta K0 contributionsThe best holiday ever.We had two awesome private tours with Furkan. We checked out the old city of Istanbul, did some shopping in the Grand Bazaar, and explored some off the beaten path spots for food tasting. Turkish food has always been a favorite, but after this tour, I don’t think it will ever taste the same. The food, history culture, and especially Furkan’s knowledge and humor were terrific. We had such a great time. We really wish we had more time in Istanbul with him.Written August 28, 2024
- Remi N0 contributionsFemale-led history and shopping tours of Istanbul.My buddies and I went to Istanbul with a group of 10 ladies before my cousin’s wedding. We got in touch with Furkan from Private Istanbul Walking Tours and asked for a female tour guide. Furkan arranged a three day trip for our group and assigned Derya as our guide. From the moment we met Derya until we said goodbye, she was warm, friendly, knowledgeable and most importantly, flexible with us. It felt like hanging out with an old friend while exploring Istanbul with her. We were so impressed that we’ve invited her to our wedding in Washington D.C. in October. We highly recommend booking your trip with Derya and her team - you won’t be disappointed.Written August 7, 2024
- Amira A0 contributions10 out of 10! This is the best touring company in Istanbul!10 out of 10! Derya is exceptional. They know everything about the city, its history, and the best food. Derya worked at the Grand Bazaar for several years, so she knows the entire 4,000 shop complex inside and out! Our private tour of the Bosporous was beautifully guided and accompanied by chai, Turkish coffee and delicious baklava. My parents have been using Derya’s touring services for the past decade, but it was my husband’s and my first time to have the pleasure of working with her! Do not look any further if you want to truly discover the jewel that is Istanbul—Derya is ready to open its doors.Written May 26, 2024
- KevinRenshaw0 contributionsKenan is fantastic Guide!All day walking tour, just our family of four and Kenan, our guide. KENAN is WONDERFUL! Started at 8:30, and Kenan lined up a great tour, maximized our visit times and monimized our wait times. Stopped for a delightful lunch, too! Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, topkopi palace, hippodrome, grand bazzar and the magical streets of Istanbul! Booked thru ViatorWritten May 23, 2024
- Vanessa E0 contributions7- day trip to Istanbul and Cappadocia.We had a wonderful experience working with Can from Private Istanbul Walking Tours during our seven day trip to Turkey, which included visits to Istanbul and Cappadocia. Can took care of everything for us, from arranging airport pick-ups and hotel bookings to organizing guided tours and dinner reservations. Everything went smoothly, and he was always available to answer our questions and accommodate any schedule changes. In Istanbul, we had the pleasure of being accompanied by the excellent tour guide, Furkan, who introduced us to the city’s culture, history and culinary delights. He was patient with our many questions and made the tours enjoyable. Furkan also assisted us with shopping at the Grand Bazaar for beautiful rugs and custom made jewelry. We stayed at The Bank Hotel in Istanbul which was lovely and conveniently located near the tram station, so we didn’t need a private vehicle. In Cappadocia, we stayed at the unique Millstone Cave Suites, which offered a wonderful view. Our guide in Cappadocia, Elif, was fantastic and had an in depth knowledge of the area’s attractions and local connections. Our trip to Turkey exceeded our expectations, and we had an amazing holiday.Written May 22, 2024
- pebbles030 contributionsBest tour of our holiday!I would recommend doing this tour at the start of your trip. We learned so much about the food and culture of the city, plus our guide Furkan was so helpful in answering all of our many questions and giving suggestions for the rest of our stay in Istanbul. The food was absolutely amazing with lots of variety. 10 out of 10 experience. We were quite full by the end, but all the walking helped!Written May 21, 2024
- Frank D0 contributionsThe best tour guide ever.A friend highly recommended Furkan, and we engaged his services for our short weekend in Istanbul. On our first full day, we visited all the tourist sites in the old city, including the Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, the Grand Bazaar and the Blue Mosque. It was an amazing day. On our second day, we enjoyed a delightful combination of food and a Bosporus tour. Furkan was knowledgeable about the culture, culinary delights, history, and current political situation in Turkey and the region. We had a great and very open minded conversation over some bubbly drinks. This was the best guided tour we have ever experienced. We learned a lot while falling in love with Istanbul. Thanks to Furkan and his professionalism.Written May 21, 2024
- 7839Hwy0 contributionsIstanbul/Ephesus/SirinceWe had an exceptional two days in Istanbul and one day in Ephesus with Furkan and Derya. We had a wonderful tour to the Topkapi Place, Blue Mosque and a private yacht tour on the Bosphorus and a great tour of the Basilica Cistern and full day in Ephesus. Furkan and Derya listened to what we wanted and were flexible at some last-minute changes we requested. We met Derya again in Ephesus and had a terrific day at the ruins, small village of Sirince and finished with a great lunch and some wonderful shopping. We spent just a brief amount of time at the Grand Bazar, but my husband thought it overwhelming. I highly recommend Private Istanbul Walking Tours, with Furkan and Derya for a private tour! It set our minds at ease being in the big, beautiful city of Istanbul. They really helped us have a wonderful experience in Turkey! Shawn - CAWritten May 20, 2024
- Carlos R0 contributionsExceptional private guides for IstanbulDerya and Furkan planned an amazing 3 day guided tour of Istanbul for us. It was both efficient and flexible making it a very pleasant walking experience. Derya’s cultural knowledge and her friendliness made this tour an exceptional, unforgettable experience, difficult to surpass. We are looking forward to repeat future visits with them as guides.Written April 15, 2024
- M79CJjaneth0 contributionsThe BEST way to see IstanbulThe most efficient way to see the sites of Istanbul. Our guide Derya is a wealth of cultural and historical knowledge and we learned far more than we could through books and videos. We appreciate the flexibility and custom tour!Written March 30, 2024
- Tourist336699080480 contributionsExcellent layover (culinary) tour of Istanbul.We had a blast on a food tour during our layover in Istanbul. The food was so yummy, and we learned a lot too! Derya, our guide, was awesome in suggesting us the best best restaurants and food items to try. They even picked us up from and dropped us back at the airport after the tour. It’s too bad that we only got half a day in Istanbul. We definitely need to plan another trip to this place.Written February 15, 2024
- Vacation426103399480 contributionsStunning tours with FurkanThis was our first trip to Istanbul and my husband Oliver and I indulged in some exciting activities that we thoroughly enjoyed. We were highly recommended to hire Furkan as our tour guide, and he didn’t disappoint us. Furkan had planned an incredibly two day guided tour for us, which included visits to some several popular tourist attractions such as Basilica Cistern, Blue Mosque, The Grand Bazaar, Rustem Pasha Mosque, a baklava shop, a family run wine house, an authentic Turkish family style restaurant in the bazaar, and a kebab restaurant in Kadikoy. We finished the tour at a chocolate shop that served the best ice cream dessert. Furkan was an incredibly prepared tour guide, and his his attention to detail impressed me. He came equipped with hand sanitizer and napkins, and he gave us plenty of time to take Instagram-worthy pictures of the food and sites we visited. He made sure to inquire about our interests, preferences, and what we wanted to learn and taste, which he incorporated into the tour, giving it a personalized touch.Written February 13, 2024
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Vanny
North Carolina Mountains, NC1 contribution
Feb 2021 • Couples
I just returned from an amazing 1 week trip to Turkey with my husband. Our tours and the airport transfers in Istanbul were arranged by our local guide and our travel specialist Furkan. We selected this tour company to create our itinerary because we wanted a customized and unique experience from a local's perspective. We are seasoned travelers and Furkan is by far the best travel agent and tour guide we have ever worked with. We had a walking food tour, a cooking class, and a shopping tour while we were in Istanbul. He did a great job to make sure our experiences were just what we wanted and more. He did some modifications to their existing tours and experiences due to the pandemic to make us as comfortable and safe as possible without losing the magic of the experiences. Countless attractions, Ottoman palaces, and mosques, delicious food, and shopping opportunities make Istanbul a magnetic city. I can’t say enough positive things about Istanbul and Furkan. He absolutely provided professional, expert advice, and excellent customer service.
Written March 10, 2021
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Dear Vannynorth.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We really appreciate you taking the time to write this fabulous review. It really means so much to us to hear such wonderful feedback, we are incredibly privileged to be able to do what we do, and create experiences for people like you make our day every day. We're so please it all went without a hitch and you enjoyed all of our dining and activity suggestions. We appreciate your recommendation and would love for you to visit us again sometime in the future.
All the best,
Furkan G.
Written March 20, 2021
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Sarah R
London, UK6 contributions
Sep 2020 • Couples
I was in Istanbul to have surgery so knew I had very little time to discover the Culinary delights of the city as only had one free day. So felt a food tour would definitely give me a good taste of Istanbul. Derya and Furkan picked us up from our hotel and on our way to breakfast told us some amazing historical facts. They are both so warm and friendly and before long you feel like old friends. We explained that we really enjoy seeing the back streets and more of the hidden city and they sure delivered on this. Breakfast was super yummy, lots of different cheeses, olives, pastries, menemen and the most delicious honey and clotted cream.
The day continued with lots of stops to eat and incredible history. It was so relaxing and fun. Would definitely do it again and highly recommend doing a tour with Derya and Furkan as they are such wonderful people who have great knowledge and love to pass it on.
The day continued with lots of stops to eat and incredible history. It was so relaxing and fun. Would definitely do it again and highly recommend doing a tour with Derya and Furkan as they are such wonderful people who have great knowledge and love to pass it on.
Written September 30, 2020
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Dear Sarah R.
Thank you so much for your kind words, they've made our day. We're so glad you had such a wonderful time walking our beloved Istanbul beside us. It was a pleasure looking after you. We hope to see you back in Istanbul and on a Private Istanbul Walking Tours experience again soon.
All the best,
Furkan G.
Written October 8, 2020
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MonaVP
Erial49 contributions
Nov 2022
I knew coming into Istanbul, I wanted to experience some sort of 'Food & Wine" tour. As many people, I went to Trip Advisor to get a general feeling of the reviews. This one did not disappoint, I can see why 90+ people have taken the time to give Fukran an amazing review. (please note, at no time does he ever ask to be reviewed on Trip Advisor or google, I'm taking the time because I enjoyed it that much). He really takes the time to get a sense of what you want, and based on the areas he takes you he will do his best to fulfill it. Plus the endless conversation is a plus, it was like hanging out with a local just having some fun eating your way thru town. I am a solo traveller, so for me the food and conversation were lovely. He also answered my endless questions without a hint of being annoyed, and texted me suggestions for the rest of my trip. By reading the reviews, We started with Karkoy, and then headed to the Asian side. The food choices were outstanding. Loved breakfast, Coffee under some beautiful vines. Baklava and ice cream., Yes also a shot. Tried an oyster for the first time, and surprisingly 'lamb intestines', (yeah, I know & I am not a big lamb eater), but it was cooked that well. We ended at our final stop, which again the food choices were bang on. My tour was 10:30am to 3pm. So as far as pricing, yes generally all food tours are expensive, but if you have to let one go to do this, do it. Thank you Fukran for the suggestions and the wonderful day. You well deserve all these wonderful reviews!
Written November 9, 2022
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Dear MonaVP.
Thank you so much; what a fabulous review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your guided and private Istanbul food tour. It s one of our favorites too. We are so pleased when guests are kind enough to take time out from their busy lives to support us with the written word. It is of vital importance to us and our continued reputation. Thank you for trusting Private Istanbul Walking Tours. Please come back again soon.
All the best,
Furkan G.
Written November 13, 2022
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joy
United States3 contributions
Aug 2020
This trip was absolutely amazing. Furkan went above and beyond to make this trip as smooth as possible especially during these difficult times and unusual times. He was an excellent person to work with and served as our guide in Istanbul which was a delight and so much fun. His attention to detail was spectacular. The local guide and the driver that he arranged in Cappadocia were punctual, polite, and informative. There were many memorable parts of our trip. The culture we were able to immerse ourselves in was like no other place we have been the place we visited were breathtaking and wandering the streets of Istanbul and Cappadocia in search of food and ancient history was spectacular. The best thing about traveling right now is that the cities are kind of empty, it makes it easy to explore and enjoy your moment. we had a great trip and will certainly be recommending Furkan to our family and friends.
Written September 5, 2020
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Dear Joyyay.
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are so glad you enjoyed your experiences with us. We really appreciate you taking the time to review us. It means a great deal to me and the team. We hope to see you aboard another Private Istanbul Walking Tours experience soon.
All the best,
Furkan G.
Written September 23, 2020
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Zalina L
Woluwe-Saint-Lambert, Belgium12 contributions
Feb 2020
We would like to thank Furkan for the amazing walking food tour in Istanbul we had last week.
Well, that was not just a "food tour", as from the long walk during the afternoon-evening we could discover some historical facts, practical details about life in Istanbul and in Turkey, anecdotes, tips & hints on what to do and to see around for the next days of our stay, etc...
Furkan is a highly professional guide, but what actually makes his the best one is the fact of being very nice person, polite, friendly and understanding. He was very kind and could adapt the tour to our specific schedule, due to the late arrival to Istanbul.
We could enjoy best food and drinks, some insights on the areas where the locals do their groceries, walks and talks out of the beaten path...
We could not be happier with our guide and highly recommend Furkan and his company to any passionate traveler, eager to discover nontrivial side of the Turkish capital.
Thank you!
Well, that was not just a "food tour", as from the long walk during the afternoon-evening we could discover some historical facts, practical details about life in Istanbul and in Turkey, anecdotes, tips & hints on what to do and to see around for the next days of our stay, etc...
Furkan is a highly professional guide, but what actually makes his the best one is the fact of being very nice person, polite, friendly and understanding. He was very kind and could adapt the tour to our specific schedule, due to the late arrival to Istanbul.
We could enjoy best food and drinks, some insights on the areas where the locals do their groceries, walks and talks out of the beaten path...
We could not be happier with our guide and highly recommend Furkan and his company to any passionate traveler, eager to discover nontrivial side of the Turkish capital.
Thank you!
Written March 1, 2020
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Dear MdameZazou.
Thank you so much for your considered and detailed review. We are very proud of the service we provide and receiving reviews like yours motivates us to strive forward. We are so glad you enjoyed your tour with us, it's a pleasure organizing an activity for such enthusiastic travelers. Please come back to Istanbul soon.
All the best,
Furkan G.
Written March 3, 2020
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Igor A
Dallas, TX11 contributions
Apr 2021
Furkan was recommended by our friends and he did not disappoint. He did a fantastic job planning our trip. He was extremely attentive just like a friend would be. The trip was planned over a 3 week period with emails and WhatsApp calls even there was an 8-hour time difference between Dallas and Istanbul he responded back to me instantly. In 10 days we visited Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus, and numerous nearby cities. Our private chauffeur, top-class boutique hotels, the historical sites and towns that we visited, the restaurants, the balanced flavor wine, and delicious Turkish cuisine, the private tours with local guides, and all other experiences such as balloon ride in Cappadocia, traditional Turkish bath treatments in Istanbul that were planned for us created us a trip of a lifetime. It was exactly what we wanted and it far exceeded our expectations. The local guides took us to places that were not visited by many travelers along with the main highlights in the area and the amount of time that we spent in each of the locations was perfect. We can't say enough about hot great they are. We stayed at Yesil Ev hotel in Istanbul 2 minutes from the Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, in Cappadocia we stayed at Cappadocia Cave Suits, and in Ephesus, we stayed in Nisanyan Hotel. We loved getting a taste of life in Turkey and enjoyed every minute of our trip to Turkey. We have already recommended Furkan to friends who are planning a trip to Turkey in 2022.
Written October 29, 2021
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Dear Igoratsumov.
Thank you so much for your kind words, we love it when our guests appreciate the finer details of our beloved Turkey. We really appreciate you taking the time to write this fabulous review. We're so please it all went without a hitch and you enjoyed all of our suggestions. Please come back again soon.
All the best,
Furkan G.
Written November 15, 2021
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Minami N
Hiroshima, Japan5 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
Furkan was wonderful guide for us. We were the first Japanese to join this tour. He took us the place which he used with his friend and family, so we reached the local place which we cannot find ourselves. The Turkish foods were treasure box for food lovers and I couldn’t stop ask many questions to Furkan. He explained everything which I would like to know the delicious meal. He had also well knowledge of Istanbul. That was why walking itself was fun to learn the city more and get us hungry. We want to eat again these foods!
Written January 9, 2020
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Dear MinamiN29.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this lovely review. We're so pleased it all went without a hitch and you enjoyed all of our food and activity suggestions. We hope to see you again in the near future.
All the best,
Furkan G.
Written January 10, 2020
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joe
New York City, NY3 contributions
Sep 2020 • Family
Furkan was unbelievable and I would use his service again and again. He was super easy to work with and based on our preferences he was able to customize our perfect weekend in Istanbul. There were so many different kinds of enjoyable things we did. The most enjoyable part of the trip was the gourmet tour of Kadikoy for my husband and I. Visiting the Basilica Cistern and bargaining at The Grand Bazaar while drinking tea after tea were the favorite of the girls. Furkan was so impressed with his knowledge and professional attitude we learned so much. My family was amazed at his attention to all details.Our trip was very memorable, and we enjoyed every minute of it.
Written October 14, 2020
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Dear Rachedjoh.
Thank you so much for your lovely comments and for entrusting your trip to us. It was a joy to read. We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your time in Istanbul. We hope to welcome you back on another Private Istanbul Walking Tours experience one day very soon.
All the best,
Furkan G.
Written October 19, 2020
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Juliana Pretty
Upper Coomera, Australia4 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
My husband and I celebrated our 5th wedding anniversary for 2 weeks in Turkey, Furkan and his team were terrific in helping me set everything up for us and customizing a trip that fit our needs and desires to travel the country. The services were always on time and created a stress-free environment for us. The itinerary designed by Furkan allowed us to maximize our time in Turkey. The planning process was easy to navigate with options for accommodations and tour options clearly laid out. The foodie walk in Istanbul, hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia, private blue cruise gulet along Turkey's Mediterranean coast, and The Grand Bazaar shopping were the most enjoyable and memorable parts of our trip. We also fell in love with Istanbul and Bodrum. It was a comfort to have local guides and drivers in each location. They were all punctual, attentive, friendly, and informative, giving us a variety of experiences, including historical sites, cultural experiences, and natural beauty. The choice of accommodation was brilliant, centrally located, each with different characteristics of boutique hotels. Water is tremendous. Turkish food and drink are outstanding. Every detail of this trip was perfection. Thank you so much for all the special touches.
Written October 2, 2020
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Dear Juliana F.
Thank you so much for your lovely comments, as a team, we can't tell you how much it means to us when we receive a review like yours. We're absolutely thrilled you had such a great 2 weeks in Turkey. It was an absolute pleasure showing you and your husband around and that everything was to your liking. We'd love to see you back on one of our tours one day in the future.
All the best,
Furkan G.
Written October 8, 2020
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miss pierce
Nevada City, CA2 contributions
Oct 2020
I heard about this tour company from a friend. She highly recommended it and Furkan didn't disappoint me. Furkan was very knowledgeable, kind, and extremely helpful. He goes above and beyond what is expected and made my Istanbul holiday one of the best experiences of my life. The itinerary gave me the opportunity to not only see Turkish culture but also join in as well as capture and learn its charm. Friendly and flexible service from start to finish. I loved every single detail about it. Booking your tour with a local takes the stress away from traveling and it allows you to enjoy your surroundings and soak up the culture. It felt so safe and secure at the same time. I have already recommended this tour to other people who have been considering doing a tour like this.
Written November 24, 2020
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Dear Misspierce.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write us such a lovely review, we cannot ask for more praise than that. We are so pleased we lived up to all your expectations. We look forward to seeing you on your next adventure.
All the best,
Furkan G.
Written December 28, 2020
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Hello there,
I would like to book your Taste of Istanbul tour for 2 people on 12th of December.
We don't mind mixing with other group if it could help lower the price.
Could you kindly advise if you would offer any special deal.
Kind Regards,
Written December 5, 2019
Dear Mohamad,
Thank you for your message and interest in our services. We've sent you a TripAdvisor message regarding your request. Please kindly check your inbox.
All the best,
Furkan G.
Written December 6, 2019
I am trying to book this tour for 2 people on 26 October but it won’t let me continue to the checkout and going back to the box about the name of the cruise ship. We will be in a hotel so I don’t know what to do to complete the booking form.
Written October 6, 2019
not sure I can help much. I don't remember a question about cruise ship. They met us at our hotel to start the tour which was great.
Written October 7, 2019
Hi,
I would like to book this for Oct for myself. I don’t mind joining others. I see the price is 214 for one person but is advertise as 75. Please let me know!!!
Thank you!!
Written September 28, 2019
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Written September 29, 2019
Hi, the price shown to me is around $75 but when i click "check availability", it jumps to around $215. Please let me know what the price will be if i want to book for myself on 2nd Oct'19.
Is it because i'm trying to book only for myself? I wouldn't really mind if i was tagged along with a small group of 5-6 ppl
Do let me know :)
Written September 2, 2019
Yup, it's basically the price if 3-4 ppl reserve the tour. Not for a solo traveler :(
It did look good tho. Wish there was a mechanism for strangers to take part in it
Written October 1, 2019
Hi! We are interested in booking this tour for 10am on the morning we arrive from Athens (at 7:10), but wanted to know if there was any flexibility to start the tour at 11am. While we think we could make it for 10am, we wanted to give ourselves a little time as buffer.
Thanks!
Lisa
Written August 31, 2019
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Written September 1, 2019
Hi We will be staying at Mr Cas Hotel Istikial Cadessi Beyoglu. Would we be collected and returned to our Hotel please? Where does the Tour start and finish please? Trip Advisor advertises the Tour at approximately
TRY475 but when I apply to book it increases to approximately TRY758 nearly double. That seems way out I would suggest.
Written August 24, 2019
Dear Rowan.
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All the best,
Furkan G
Written August 24, 2019
Hi, bit of a silly question, does the price mentioned cover the cost of all the food we eat or are we just taken to the places and we have to pay for the food?
Written August 21, 2019
Price covers all food and transportation.
An amazing deal. Really it was an abundance of fabulous food.
Written August 22, 2019
Quisiera saber si el tour es en español. o si tienen algún tour privado en español
Written July 16, 2019
Dear Madam/Sir,
Our personal tour guides in Istanbul are all English speaking. I am sorry, We are unable to help you with your request.
All the best,
Furkan G.
Written July 17, 2019
I am sure this is fine; we had a mix of things including vegetarian. I would let the tour guide know in advance so they can ensure they select the best places to accommodate this focus. He is really friendly, helpful and knowledgeable.
Written July 6, 2019
Is there any way that the tour could start around noon instead of 9:00 am?
Written March 31, 2019
Dear Stephanie H.
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All the best,
Furkan G.
Written March 31, 2019
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