Istanbul Private Walking Tours
Context Travel Istanbul Tours
Istanbul, once Byzantium and later Constantinople, stands as a city where millennia of history converge. Its streets echo with the footsteps of Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman pasts, each layer telling a story of conquest, faith, and cultural exchange. With Context Travel, curious travelers can delve into this rich historical narrative through our tailored Istanbul tours.
Begin with our Istanbul Highlights Tour: From the Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia, an insightful walk through the city's heart, where you'll encounter the architectural genius of the Hagia Sophia and the serene beauty of the Blue Mosque. This tour is a cornerstone for understanding Istanbul's religious and architectural heritage.
For those fascinated by the intricacies of Ottoman design, our Topkapi Palace Tour beckons. Kids and adults alike can discover the opulence of sultans and the secrets of the harem, making history accessible and engaging through interactive storytelling.
Crossing the Bosphorus, our Asian Side of Istanbul Tour offers a different perspective on this sprawling metropolis. This Istanbul private tour invites you to explore the less-trodden paths, revealing the everyday life and local culture that define the city's Asian half, a perfect complement to the more recognized European side.
No visit to Istanbul is complete without indulging in its culinary legacy. The Istanbul Food Tour: Spice Bazaar and Kadikoy Market takes you through a sensory adventure where the scents of spices and the flavors of local dishes tell their own historical tales. From the bustling stalls of the Spice Bazaar to the vibrant Kadikoy Market, this walking tour is a feast for both the palate and the mind.
Through these Context Travel experiences, Istanbul reveals itself not just as a city but as a living chronicle of human history, inviting travelers to step into its past and savor its present.
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Melike was informative, thoughtful about our interests, and shared unique local insights from her 20+ years of being a guide.
Anne
Jan 13, 2025
Our guide Suleyman shared his vast knowledge about the Topkapi Palace and the entire Ottoman period during our morning tour. He included memorable stories and directed us through the highlights of the Palace based on our interests. He also gave us great advice on where we might want to take additional time to explore this vast, beautiful, and remarkable place on our own.
Anne
Jan 4, 2025
Our guide Melike was very helpful in sharing the unique history of the Grand Bazaar and the Spice Market. She helped us quickly navigate to the most unique shops, shared how locals shop and bargain, and was incredibly patient when we were interested in shopping. The Spice Market and the seed and pet section was a highlight.
Anne
Jan 4, 2025