Istanbul Walking Tours

  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Laura Dall 
 
November 12, 2026
 
 
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Emre is a kind, patient and knowledgable guide who clearly loves sharing information about the amazing sights and history of Istanbul. We really enjoyed his tour. Thank you!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bernie Bishop 
 
November 12, 2026
 
 
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Emre was a wonderful guide, great knowledge & easy to talk to about what we were seeing. On time, good pace.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 NiCO (HUBi1) 
 
November 11, 2026
 
 
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On November 9, 2026, we had an absolutely wonderful experience exploring Istanbul, and a huge part of that was thanks to our guide, Emre.

Emre was simply exceptional: knowledgeable, passionate, attentive, and incredibly kind. What truly sets him apart is not only his impressive knowledge of Istanbul’s history and culture, but also his wonderful personality and genuine care for the people he guides.

He was always attentive, patient, approachable, and more than happy to answer every question. His kindness, generosity, and ability to make everyone feel welcome made the entire experience feel personal and special.

His explanations brought Istanbul’s incredible history, culture, and magnificent landmarks to life. We learned so much while thoroughly enjoying every moment.

It is rare to meet someone who combines such professionalism, expertise, and genuine human warmth. Emre does exactly that.

Thank you, Emre, for making our visit so memorable. You are an absolute credit to your profession, and we feel lucky to have discovered Istanbul with you as our guide.

We would recommend this tour without the slightest hesitation, and if you have the opportunity to be guided by Emre, consider yourself very fortunate. Truly a 5-star experience!

Çok teşekkür ederim, Emre!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Joanne Fujii 
 
November 9, 2026
 
 
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Our tour guide Emre Tan was cheerful and full of stories. Entry to the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Basilica Cistern was quick and trouble free. This was an afternoon well spent and full of memorable sights.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Janet O'Mara 
 
November 9, 2026
 
 
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We had a great tour with this company and with our tour guide, Emre! We did a morning tour of the Mosques and Basilica Cistern and then an afternoon tour of Topkapi Palace. It was a full day with a lot of walking but it was so worth it.  We had Emre for both tours and we were so glad.  He was amazing. He shared so much information and history.  This was a great way to see the highlights in a relatively short amount of time. Great for Cruisers!  The company,  Walks in Europe,  was very responsive and attentive to questions I had during and after booking.  Thank you for a great tour!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Tahir Bangash 
 
November 8, 2026
 
 
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Thank you for an amazing tour and sharing your knowledge of the sites with the group. Wonderful afternoon tour.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Vicky Argity 
 
November 8, 2026
 
 
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Our guide Murat was extremely knowledgeable, passionate, friendly and engaging. He explained the history, architecture and cultural significance of the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and the Basilica Cistern in a way that was both fascinating and easy to understand. The tour was very well organised, enjoyable and informative, and the guide was always happy to answer questions.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Casper Loke 
 
November 8, 2026
 
 
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Our guide was great
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Marie Murray 
 
November 3, 2026
 
 
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Great tour for our first visit to Istanbul. Murat gave good information and was always ready to answer questions. Provided some recommendations for afterwards. We enjoyed one of the restaurants very much. Would never have found it otherwise.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Jueta McCutchan 
 
November 2, 2026
 
 
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Murat was very knowledgeable. He explained everything very well and you can tell he is well versed in the history. He also provided recommendations for restaurants and shopping after the tour, which was very helpful. Highly recommend. It is worth the money!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Linda Kopecka 
 
October 31, 2026
 
 
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We really enjoyed our full afternoon tour today! I must say that we felt it was well worth the money. We learned so much, and everything was well organised, with no waiting around, all in great company. A big thank you to our wonderful guide, Julia! I would definitely recommend this tour to others. Everything went perfectly!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Claire Pembery 
 
October 29, 2026
 
 
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Knowledgeable friendly well organised tour of the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Highly recommended .
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Nicolas Cortes 
 
October 29, 2026
 
 
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Good tour
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Mario Mik 
 
October 27, 2026
 
 
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Emre was am amazing guide! Such a knowledgeable and likeable person! Highly recommend
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Hana Kuncová 
 
October 26, 2026
 
 
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Our guide was Mert and tour with him was Excellent.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Reinhard Preller 
 
October 26, 2026
 
 
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Sabih war ein hervorragender und kompetenter
Reiseführer.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Ana Paula 
 
October 25, 2026
 
 
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Nosso guia Emre fez toda a diferença ! Pontual cuidadoso divertido e muito simpático tornou nossa visita ao Topkapi Palace inesquecível . Sua forma leve e bem humorada para transmitir a história deste lugar foi super importante para manter nos atentos durante toda a visita . Obrigada Emre ! Saudações 🇧🇷
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Adam Dunton 
 
October 23, 2026
 
 
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An Outstanding Guide Who Made Our Three Days in Istanbul Unforgettable!

We spent three full days exploring Istanbul with Murat Çelik as our private guide in mid-October, and we couldn’t recommend him more highly. His combination of historical knowledge, professionalism, adaptability, excellent English, and warm personality made an already fascinating city even more memorable for our family.

One of the highlights was our extended tour of Topkapi Palace. Murat maintained an excellent pace over several hours, checking in periodically to ensure we remained comfortable and engaged. He introduced us to fascinating areas we might otherwise have overlooked, including the clock museum. What particularly impressed us was his knowledge beyond the exhibits themselves: he shared updated archaeological findings about a clock previously believed to have been a gift, for which researchers had more recently discovered an order receipt. His knowledge was both extensive and current, making the experience far more rewarding than simply walking through a museum.

Murat also excelled at introducing us to authentic local experiences. Near Taksim Square, he recommended a spot serving ıslak burgers (wet burgers), where a restaurant employee escorted us to a separate building to find a table in an otherwise full dining area. It was a memorable, delicious experience we would never have discovered on our own. At another local café, Murat guided us toward a traditional drink made with orchid essence, which tasted like a delicious, warm horchata. These recommendations helped us experience a side of Istanbul beyond the usual tourist circuit.

His professionalism was equally evident when the weather complicated our plans. Following record flooding the day before our tour began, Murat remained readily available with practical advice. He also seamlessly managed the ever-changing logistics of our Bosphorus cruise, coordinating around weather conditions, boat operations, and our driver while keeping the experience informative and enjoyable.

Throughout our visits to Hagia Sophia, the nearby mosques, the Grand Bazaar, the Spice Bazaar, and Istanbul’s neighborhoods, Murat demonstrated excellent judgment, helped us find wonderful photography opportunities, and made navigating the city easy. He was kind, approachable, and attentive to our family’s interests, with a great sense of humor and a calm, confident demeanor that remained consistently professional.

Our only regret is that we didn’t have a fourth day to explore the Asian side of Istanbul with him. We understand he knows some excellent off-the-beaten-path spots there, and we’d strongly encourage anyone booking a multi-day tour to consider including that side of the city.

If you’re looking for a private guide who combines deep historical knowledge with authentic local insight, exceptional organization, and a genuinely enjoyable personality, Murat is an outstanding choice. He substantially enhanced our Istanbul experience, and we would happily recommend him to anyone visiting the city.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Mark van der Hoeven 
 
October 22, 2026
 
 
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We had a wonderful experience touring Topkapi with Mert. He is knowledgeable on the history and nicely mixes in stories and anecdotes on Turkish culture. Visiting historic sites with teenagers is really enjoyable with experienced guides like Mert.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Leanne Goegan 
 
October 20, 2026
 
 
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Great tour of Topkapi Palace and Harem. Our wonderful guide Mert was so friendly and knowledgeable and the perfect guide. So glad we did a 9:00 am tour as it was very busy later in the morning. The Palace is so much bigger than we expected and beautiful. Thoroughly recommend this tour.