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Istanbul Off the Beaten Path Tour with Guide, Lunch and Transfers
Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$119.33
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
How about uncovering the hidden gems of Istanbul—places where locals go and tourists often miss? On this tour, you’ll see the city through the eyes of a local, hopping on trams and ferries to explore its fascinating mix of history and modern life. Starting in the vibrant Karaköy neighborhood, you’ll uncover Istanbul’s secrets, experiencing its rich past and lively present together. Along the way, you’ll immerse yourself in the daily life of Turkish people, visiting the old Greek and Jewish districts, the bustling Tahtake market, the majestic Süleymaniye Mosque (Istanbul's largest historical mosque), the charming second-hand bookseller's market, and much more. This is a chance to dive deep into the heart of Istanbul and see it like never before!
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Small Group Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 6 hours
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Light refreshment with tea on the ferry ride
- Public transportation; ferry and tram
- Lunch
- Professional guide
- Practice of hookah at favorite local hangout ( Optional you can skip if you like )
- Drinks on the lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Tipping your local guide.
Meeting point
Meeting point is Caribue coffee Karakoy. Please note, there are lots of caribue coffees
Kemankeş Karamustafa Paşa, Rıhtım Cd no 3 , 34425 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Coffee shop is looking water and 30 second walk from the Galata Bridge on the Karakoy side.
Return details
It ends near Grand Bazaar in an old madrasah where we will have coffee.
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KarakoyWe'll begin our tour in Karaköy, offering a chance to see Istanbul from a more local viewpoint. After your guide gives a brief introduction to both Istanbul and Karaköy, we'll head to Balat, enjoying freshly bought bagels or pastries along with Turkish tea during our ferry ride.
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Balat & Fener TourIn Balat and Fener, former Greek and Jewish districts, we’ll explore the buildings that have outlasted the communities once living within them. As we trace the rich, cosmopolitan history of Istanbul—shaped by Christian and Jewish cultures alongside their neighbors until the 1960s—we'll reflect on the shift from the past to the present. Walking through side streets greeted by clotheslines, we'll reminisce about the lost neighborhood culture and ponder the meaning of events that once unfolded here. Today, Fener and Balat are vibrant with colorful cafés, antique shops, and a diverse mix of people, offering us a unique glimpse into this evolving neighborhood. After exploring this fascinating area, we’ll hop on the tram and make our way to Eminönü.
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St. GeorgeLocated in one of the oldest parts of Istanbul, in Fatih, the Cathedral Church of Saint George is a Greek Orthodox Church which is still in working order
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Tahtakale DistrictWe’ll take a quick look at the Egyptian Spice Market, popular with tourists, before heading to the Tahtakale Market, where locals do their shopping. This is also where we’ll enjoy a delicious lunch, immersing ourselves in the vibrant atmosphere of the area.
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Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)Vividly coloured spices are displayed alongside jewel-like lokum (Turkish delight) at this Ottoman-era marketplace, providing eye candy for the thousands of tourists and locals who make their way here every day.
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Suleymaniye MosqueAfter lunch, we’ll indulge in some Turkish delight at a local spot, with no pressure to shop, and take in the grandeur of the Süleymaniye Mosque. We’ll also learn more about the Islamic faith, gaining insight into its teachings and significance.
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Istanbul Universitesi RektorluguNext, we'll learn about the Turkish education system as we explore the area around Istanbul University.
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Sahaflar CarsisiWe’ll also visit the historic bookstore market where has been a book and paper market since Byzantine times.
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Corlulu Ali Pasa MedresesiAn old madrasah which turns into a coffee shop
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Istanbul Off the Beaten Path Tour with Guide, Lunch and Transfers
Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$119.33
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!