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Chris_H, Aug 2026
Worth it to avoid the line!
The Cistern visit is a must do; the value of this ticket is that we didn't have to wait in the LONG line and the ticket cost was included. The brief speech from the guide was good and he did wait for a couple of us and was very polite.
Rebecca_M, Aug 2026
Great way to see the cistern
Great way to skip the line! Short but informative tour leaving as much time as needed to explore the cistern.
AL_B, Jul 2026
Historical Istanbul
Great Experience with our Guide, we had a private tour of the blue mosque, the Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cisturn
David_W, Jul 2026
A great day in Istanbul
Great way to see the highlights of Istanbul and get a good feel for what the city has to offer. Very well organized, well executed and highly informative. Our friendly ans knowledgeable guide Luftullah provided insight, history and context throughout the day.
Jennifer_R, Jul 2026
Great value and staff!
Our wonderful, engaging guide gave us a very thorough walk through of the palace, harem and cistern. I'm very glad we chose this tour over the many others
Charmaine_F, Jul 2026
Highlights of Istanbul
Lutfulah was an amazing guide. He is very knowledgeable, took the time to explain the history, culture and share personal experiences. He is very personable and entertaining. I really enjoyed the day with him and would highly recommend this tour.
Matthew_T, Jun 2026
Turkey
The underground water cistern with its beautiful columns was my favorite part of the tour. Coming from my hotel, I didn’t realize I needed to take a ferry to the meeting point—that was completely my mistake. I arrived about 30 minutes late, but my host was easy to communicate with and went out of their way to meet me after I missed the first stop. I really appreciated their flexibility and excellent customer service.
Gay_A, Jun 2026
Excellent guide for ancient sites
Excellent guide and knowledgeable about tour sites.
Very informative and beautiful!
Provides open conversation during the tours
Mena_B, Jun 2026
Great 4.5 hour walking...
Great 4.5 hour walking tour. Wear comfortable shoes. In the summer it is hot so be prepared with water. Our tour guide, Eli, is adorable, comedic and knowledgeable. She is also accommodating by allowing tonstop in shaded areas or purchase water,
John_A, Jun 2026
Topkapi Palace
Tour guide was attentive and knowledgeable. We really appreciated the tour guides willingness to let us join another tour group so as not to repeat a previous tour.
Jenelle_C, Jul 2026
Best Way to Experience Istanbul in one day!
This walking tour immerses travelers in all things Istanbul including history, religion, culture and royalty! We visited several different Istanbul landmarks and ended our tour on a beautiful cruise down the Bosphorus admonishing old and new Turkish architecture!
Our Tour Guide Lutfi, made the tour all the more wonderful and we felt exclusive hopping the lines on all the tour stops!
Scott_M, May 2026
small group tour
Emel was fantastic. could not have asked for a better time. she was very professional and knowledgeable on the history of the area. i would recommend her to anyone looking for a guide
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Wear comfortable, nonslip shoes to traverse the steps and the often-wet ground.
The entrance for wheelchair users and other visitors with mobility challenges is at the cistern’s exit.
As the cistern is underground, the setting is damp and cool. Take a layer if you don’t want to feel the chill.
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