In Istanbul you have many choices: world famous Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Ottoman Harem, Blue Mosque, etc, etc. After the museum visits you will enjoy strolling through the streets of Istanbul with no pressure no hassle, whatever you want to see and to do in your time. If you do contact me in time we can plan ahead and have time in your personalized tour to see Istanbul's infinite variety of sights and landmarks. I can suggest tours or help you plan an exclusive personal itinerary dedicated to your interests.
All tours are conducted under the license of KULTUR TOURISM & TRAVEL, license no- A 934.
Istanbu ® Troy® Pergamon ® Ephesus ® Pamukkale ® Istanbul
Istanbul ® Bodrum® Euromus ® Didyma ® Ephesus ® Istanbul
Istanbul ® Ankara® Cappadocia ® Ankara ® Istanbul
Istanbul ® Diyarbakir® Mount Nemrut ® Urfa ® Mardin ® Diyarbakir ® Istanbul
Istanbu ® Van ® Dogubayazit® Mount Ararat® Erzurum ® Istanbul
Istanbu ® Ankara ® Alacahoyuk ® Bogazkoy (Hattusas) ® Ankara ® Istanbul
® Visit Ephesus and other sites en route and nearby
® Plan a trip to Bodrum and surroundings
® Travel to Cappadocia and see the wonders of nature
® Mt Nemrut, see the 8th wonder of the ancient world and enjoy stunning views
® Mt Ararat, a sacred destination for an exciting experience.
® Journey into history, see the land of Hittites
Istanbu® Gallipoli War Memorials ® Istanbul
If extension then Troy ® Pergamon ® Ephesus® Pamukkale ® Istanbul
® Excursion to Anzac commemoration sites
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Cumhuriyet Caddesi 243/3 . Harbiye, Istanbul .
Turkey. P.K 34373
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T U R K E Y P R I V A T E T O U R S
individually planned for each visitor to bring this fascinating country to life
airport and hotel transfers all by your private guide
Average Temperatures
Turkey West 22 - 29 deg cent.
Turkey South 21 - 29
Turkey East 15 - 27
Turkey S/east 28 - 35
( available round the clock )
most popular destinations
Qualified at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne, UK and licensed by The Ministry of Cultural Affairs, Turkey. License no: 34-001300
First class tours at a moderate price
I am Ram, a very warm welcome from me. I give private tours in Istanbul and also Turkey in general to all destinations. Over the past twenty years, as a professional licensed guide, I have given countless tours to my clients, mainly from the States and Europe. I personally handle all my operations and act as your private guide from "meet and greet" to your departure. That means I do not let you to the care of someone else. I aim to help your visit be as interesting and unique as possible.
I S T A N B U L D A I L Y T O U R I T I N E R A R Y
This is just a sample itinerary. If wished customized itineraries can be prepared to suit your time and interests.
At 8:30 we start the day from your hotel.
Roman Hippodrome, the political and recreational heart of the Roman/Byzantine Constantinople.
Blue Mosque the most beautiful mosques in the city, adorned with six minarets and graceful interior tiles. You are strongly advised to visit the Blue Mosque first and then the Hippodrome as the mosque gets very crowded with the cruise ships groups, and remember also time restrictions due to prayers hours. Be warned: dress code !
These two places will take about three quarters of your time. For the mosque entry please remember that you have to abide with the rules. Next on the list we have two most important highlights, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace . We take anyone of these first as it suits us.
Hagia Sophia, the greatest achievement of the East Roman architects. They changed the magnitude and style of Western Architecture and unrivalled for nearly 1000 years. You are advised to start with the upper gallery first. Be informed: closed on Mondays !
Then if wished we sit for refreshments at a lovely Ottoman styled cafe. After refreshments we continue with our tour.
At about 1: 30 we have the lunch break in one of the authentic restaurants in the area.
Topkapi Palace, residential and administrative palace of the Ottoman Dynasty for almost 400 years. After the mid 19th C the dynasty moved to Dolmabahce Palace, one of the newly built waterfront palaces that housed the imperial family and its administrative offices. Be informed: closed on Tuesdays !
After lunch we continue with the highlights and complete the museums part of our tour.
Next is the city walking and shopping in the ever popular Grand Bazaar (closed on Sundays). City walking may be extended to cover the Spice Market or an interesting highlight that is the water-pipe cafe (nargile place) in the city .
Following options are available for those who have time for more places.
Bosphorus, this should be one of the musts of Istanbul visits. Sailing along 19th C palaces and Ottoman-Victorian villages is well worth.
Closed to visits as restoration works are going on at the moment.
You need to make reservations in advance for your entry.
Princess Islands, resort islands off the coast of Istanbul in the sea of Marmara. These islands are only one hour boat trip away from the city. They are characterized by Victorian-era houses and are free of motor vehicles. So walking, cycling, or taking a horse-driven carriage tours are among the popular activities.
Turkish & Islamic Arts Museum, a treasure-house of 1000 years of fine art. Located facing the Blue Mosque on the Hippodrome side.
Beyoglu: all time popular district of Istanbul. It still reflects the romance of 19th-century Istanbul.
