Istanbul Experiences ® Reviews 2

TrustScore 4 out of 5

3.8

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  1. Sightseeing Tour Agency
  2. Tour Operator
  3. Travel Agency

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Istanbul Experiences® designs private, tailor-made journeys in Istanbul and across Türkiye for international travelers seeking authentic culture, comfort, and local insight. Founded by licensed guide Burak, we specialize in personalized city tours and curated day trips, all delivered with hands-on hosting and transparent communication. Every experience is privately arranged and operated in collaboration with a TÜRSAB-licensed partner (A-9073), ensuring reliable service, legal compliance, and a high standard of care from first contact to farewell.


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3.8

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best way to see everything

Our tour was amazing. Not only was it a clever way to see the city (a scavenger hunt for Istanbul sights and landmarks), but our guides were very friendly and helpful. They even showed us where to get dinner afterwards and asked the restaurant staff to let us up to the roof to get a better view of Hagia Sofia and the Blue Mosque at night. I will definitely book with them again if I’m back in Istanbul

February 5, 2026
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Hello Dear Brandon, thank you for sharing your kind words! And I do hope to see you when you are back! Greetings from Istanbul, Burak

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing experience Old Town

Burak was our guide while we stayed in Istanbul. It was a fantastic experience. He took is through Grand Bazaar and across Old Town. He made a great recommendation for dinner and waited until our cab showed up for us. He was deeply knowledgeable, providing historical context at all turns, and very friendly. The tour incorporated a game and we all had great fun. I highly recommend Burak and his company with zero reservations.

February 5, 2026
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Reply from Istanbul Experiences ®

Hello, Dear Aida! Thanks a lot for your kind words and for writing the first review on my Trustpilot page. I really appreciate your time. Hopefully, see you and your family soon in Istanbul! Greetings, Burak

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