Top Turkey Street Art Tour

If you are looking for something off the beaten path, consider our walking tour from Galata Tower, through backstreets of Galata and Karaköy, then across the Golden Horn to Balat and Fener neighborhoods, two of the most interesting on the old city side of the Golden Horn, followed by a ferry boat ride back to Karaköy. Once home to Greek and Jewish communities for centuries, Fener and Balat are fascination places, an area that is largely still "undiscovered" by tourists. ⦿ Explore the Galata tower, learning it's history and that of the area surrounding it, seeing the beautiful views from the top of the tower ⦿ Explore the charming neighborhoods of Fener and Balat, a very architecturally colorful area. ⦿ Taking a ferry home across Golden Horn and relax on the final leg while enjoying the view.

This service has a passion for uncovering Istanbul’s lesser known historical treasures on foot. Visitors will first be taken to the imposing Galata Tower which overlooks Bosphorus and the Old City, then off the tourist trail to multi-cultural Fener, Balat, and Ayvansaray. The tour will finish with a relaxing ferry journey along the Golden Horn.

Capture Istanbul’s highlights without struggling to find the best angles or locations on your own. This private photography experience pairs you with an expert guide who helps you refine your skills while navigating the city’s most photogenic neighborhoods. Enjoy a personalized, hands-on approach that lets you improve your technique and return home with more meaningful, high-quality shots.

Guarantee your spot at an evening of non-stop entertainment by prebooking your ticket for the Rhythm of the Dance show at the Hodjapasha Culture Center in Istanbul. Feel the electric rhythms of Turkey as you enjoy shimmying belly dancers, harem dances, folklore performances, and dazzling costumes, accompanied by live music and 360-degree video projections.

Lose yourself in the vibrant sights, scents and sounds of Istanbul’s legendary bazaars on this 4-hour small-group shopping tour. Marvel over the eye-popping colors of the spices and sweets at the exotic Egyptian Bazaar then browse the staggering 4,000 stalls of the Grand Bazaar, stopping to enjoy demonstrations of traditional crafts, like carpet-making, calligraphy and ceramics. With numbers limited to 15, you’ll enjoy personal attention from your guide, who can help you seek out the perfect souvenir and hone your haggling skills so you can shop like a local.

It's a great chance to see local bazaars with an expert without any hassle. Our professional guides will show you the most local places where local people purchase items. You will be surprised with the number of the choices and quality of the products.We will show you the best options for shopping like local in Istanbul

Capture memories of your time in Istanbul with a private photoshoot. Have your photos taken against your choice of several stunning backdrops across the city, like the Hagia Sophia or lively Sultan Ahmed Square. Relax and leave the heavy lifting to your photographer, who can give you guidance and posing tips to ensure the perfect shot.

The photo shoot begins in Rose Valley, where the hot air balloons take off. We will follow the path of the balloons as they float through the sky. While the direction depends on the wind, we usually start in Rose Valley and end in Love Valley, stopping at several beautiful spots along the way. You’ll wear a stunning flying dress that we provide for the shoot. You can also bring your own clothes if you’d like to change for different looks. We’ll help make these memories truly unforgettable. ■ Hotel pickup and drop-off, the dress rental and valley entrance fees are all included in the price. ■ One dress is included. If you want a second dress, it’s available for an extra fee. ■ If you would like professional hair and makeup, we can arrange for a designer to come to your hotel (extra cost). ■ A white artificial bouquet is also available for free if you'd like to use it during your photo shoot. ■ Don’t forget — great photos come from the poses guided by a professional photographer.

Join us on a captivating tour through the historic neighborhoods of Balat and Fener. Discover vibrant streets filled with colorful houses, ancient churches, and iconic landmarks like the Bulgarian St. Stephen Church and the Ecumenical Patriarchate. Uncover the rich Greek, Jewish, and Ottoman heritage and enjoy the charm of Istanbul's most authentic districts. After this visit continue with ceramic and pottery class for 2 hours. Perfect for history lovers, photographers, and those seeking a unique side of Istanbul! This tour have a maximum of 12 to 13 people.

Maximize your time in magical Cappadocia with this 3-day package from Istanbul, complete with a hot air balloon ride option. Explore ancient rock-cut churches, fairy chimneys, and charming traditional villages, guided by local experts who bring the region's rich history to life. With roundtrip flights, two nights of accommodation, guided tours, and most meals included, this experience perfectly balances adventure and convenience.

Experience all that Canakkale (Gallipoli), Cappadocia, and Ephesus have to offer in less than a week on a 6-day small-group tour. All-inclusive transportation, hotel pickup, and accommodation (including a cave hotel in Goreme) enable you to complete the extensive itinerary comfortably and efficiently. At each destination, including Troy, Pamukkale, and Pergamon, you’ll enjoy immersive tours plus free time to explore on your own.

Carpet is a gift of Turkish people to world civilization. Knotted kilim, the oldest examples of which can be found in Central Asia, where the Turks live, is an art discovered, developed and presented to the world by the Turks. The Turks invented the carpet using lamb's wool, which was abundant in order to protect itself from the cold of the Central Asian steppes. The Turks took this art with them and spread it everywhere they went. Private collectors, elite families and museums are proud owners of antique rugs. In the 14th, 15th and 16th centuries, handmade Turkish carpets were valuable items of the noble and wealthy families of Europe. Durable double knotted carpets are the invention of Turkish tribes. The techniques found in handmade carpets were brought to the shores of the Mediterranean by the Seljuks in the 12th century. Marco Polo speaks of rich exhibitions of carpets in palaces and mosques. Here you will have more ideas about Turkish carpets, You will experience carpet weaving.

Although many cross-country tours in Turkey only allocate a day to Cappadocia’s preternatural landscape and innovative architecture, most travelers find that a two-day tour strikes the right balance between seeing the region’s highlights and sacrificing time elsewhere in the country. See all of the highlights of Cappadocia comfortably during this two-day tour departing from Istanbul. Don’t risk running out of time to see all of the region’s unique natural heritage; instead, make sure you get to experience all of Cappadocia’s surreal landscapes, its cave churches, and the underground city.

Unlike typical demonstrations, this is a fully hands-on weaving experience where guests actively create their own miniature rug using traditional Turkish techniques. Guided by local artisans on a cozy rooftop terrace surrounded by authentic Anatolian textiles, participants learn the Turkish Double Knot, explore the history of weaving in Cappadocia, choose a traditional motif, and take part in a craft that has been practiced for centuries. Each guest leaves with a deeper connection to Anatolian culture and a unique handmade creation of their own. Learn the traditional Turkish Double Knot (Gördes Knot) and discover how the foundation of a Turkish carpet is prepared. Guided by local artisans, you’ll explore the history of weaving in Cappadocia and Central Anatolia, practice flat-weaving techniques, and create your own design using motifs from our catalogue. All materials, looms, yarns, guidance, tea, coffee, and soft drinks are included.

With just one week in Turkey, there’s a lot to see and do, but this guided 7-day tour maximizes your time by visiting a different destination every day. Travel from Istanbul to Ankara, taking in historic highlights, natural wonders, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites along the way. Visit the WWI battlefields at Gallipoli, the ancient cities of Troy and Ephesus, the thermal pools of Pamukkale, and the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia.