Top Istanbul Bus Tours - page 53

Full day tour, picked up at accommodation. Visited Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, the palace, brilliant lunch at a local turkish cafe with traditional meal. Optional visits to carpet emporium or leather emporium and the bazaar, whatever your interest is. Shakir was very helpful and savy, gave succinct relevant information, without droning on for no reason - we appreciated that. Luckily, no cruise ships in on the day of our tour, making entry to sites quick/ easy and comfortable. A little bit of walking through central streets and shops, which was great.

We had an incredible tour today in Istanbul with Savas (Sam) and it was truly one of the highlights of our trip. From the moment we met him, he was warm, caring, and genuinely attentive to our needs. He tailored the day to suit our interests, making the experience feel personal and relaxed rather than rushed. Sam’s knowledge of Istanbul’s history and culture was exceptional. He brought the city’s fascinating past to life with engaging history and insights that we would never have discovered on our own. Throughout the day, he also introduced us to some fabulous local places to eat, which made the experience even more authentic and memorable. If you’re looking for a guide who is knowledgeable, passionate, thoughtful, and dedicated to creating a truly memorable cultural experience, we couldn’t recommend Sam more highly. Thank you for making our day in Istanbul so special!

This 2-day experience in Cappadocia was exceptional. Coming from Mexico and the United States, I was initially apprehensive about the language and cultural differences, but Bellaturca made us feel completely safe, comfortable, and well cared for from start to finish. Every detail of the trip was flawlessly coordinated. From the pickup at our hotel in Istanbul to our return the following day, the logistics were seamless and professional. The quality of every aspect of the experience exceeded our expectations, from the transportation and accommodations to the excellent lunches included during the tour. The sites themselves were fascinating, and the guides provided informative, balanced, and engaging historical context. I especially appreciated that they clearly distinguished between documented history, local legends, and cultural traditions, which made the experience both educational and authentic. The traditional breakfast at the cave hotel was amazing and delicious! What impressed me most was the company's attention to detail and genuine commitment to its guests. I was traveling with my mother, who is almost 84 years old. Although she is very active, the guides went out of their way to accommodate her needs and ensure that she could fully enjoy every part of the trip. Their kindness, patience, and professionalism made a lasting impression on us. The cultural richness of Cappadocia is remarkable, and it was inspiring to see the pride that local people take in preserving and sharing their heritage. That passion was evident throughout the tour. A special thank you to Ahmed, who was exceptionally kind, professional, and attentive. He made us feel safe and welcome throughout the journey. He also arranged our hot air balloon ride, which became one of the highlights of our entire holiday. While there are many companies offering balloon experiences, having Ahmed coordinate everything made the process effortless. We simply enjoyed the experience while Bellaturca handled all the details. I highly recommend Bellaturca to anyone planning a visit to Cappadocia. The region is rich in history, culture, and natural beauty, but having outstanding guides and impeccable logistics makes all the difference. Bellaturca delivered an experience that exceeded our expectations and created memories that my mother and I will cherish for years to come.

We really enjoyed this tour. There were around 12 people which was a nice sized group. Charlie the tour guide was exceptional, very knowledgeable and engaging. It was a long day so having a great tour guide was essential in making this a day to remember.

Turkan, our private tour guide, made the tour very special and shecustomized it to our desires. We saw Hippodrome - Chariot races and Obelisks, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Gülhane (National Park) - The private courtyard of the palace. Then we went to the Spice Market, where she showed us the best places to buy spices, tea, and coffee. We ended up eating lunch in a local restaurant Ocakbaşı, which was fabulous.

Can was our guide. He was punctual and spoke excellent English. He was knowledgeable about the city in which he grew up and took us to areas which we would most likely have missed if not on the tour. He was open to our questions and at the end of the tour he asked us about our plans and offered suggestions and restaurant recommendations. I really enjoyed the time I spent with Can and learned several new things about Istanbul.

Ali was an AMAZING guide. We never felt rushed and he tailored the tour based on what we were most interested in. He is a wealth of information and a joy to be around. We learned so much about the country of Turkey in general, in addition to the sites we visited. I highly recommend him and this tour.

This was a fabulous tour that not only covered some of the major tourist highlights but also neighborhoods and bazaars of Istanbul and a feel for the locals and their way of life. We also got to experience using the ferry and tram systems which we will make use of in the rest of our time in Istanbul. Our guide OZGE could not have been more friendly, knowledgeable or accommodating.. We cannot sing her praises high enough. We both remarked this was one of the best tours we have done. We will definitely recommend this tour to our friends in Australia.