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Private & Culture

Istanbul Private Asian Side Walking Tour

See the Asian side of Istanbul the way locals do, with a private guide just for your group. Cross the Bosphorus, walk through historic neighborhoods, and find cultural spots away from the tourist crowds.

What you'll experience

This private walking tour starts in the old streets of Üsküdar, where you get wide views of the water and both sides of the city. From there you head to Kuzguncuk, one of Istanbul's most colorful and photogenic neighborhoods, where old wooden houses, street cats, and quiet cafés sit side by side. Because it's just your group, your guide sets the pace around you, fills you in on the history and day-to-day life, and has time for the questions and detours you actually care about. The tour ends at the central ferry port, so you're well placed to get anywhere in the city afterward. No tourist traps and no rushing, just a real look at a part of Istanbul most travelers never see, on your own schedule.

Included
  • Professional Local Guide
Not included
  • Meals & Transportation
  • Personal Expenses

Frequently asked questions

Where does the Asian Side Walking Tour start and end?

The tour starts in Üsküdar and ends at the central ferry port. Ending at the ferry port means you are well placed to get anywhere in the city afterward.

Which neighborhoods will we visit on this tour?

You walk through the old streets of Üsküdar, where you get wide views of the water and both sides of the city, then head to Kuzguncuk with its old wooden houses, street cats, and quiet cafés.

How much does the tour cost?

The tour is from $100 per person, and the price scales with your group size. Since it is a private tour, it is just your group with the guide.

How long is the tour and what is the pace like?

The tour lasts 3 hours. Because it is private, your guide sets the pace around you and has time for the questions and detours you care about, so there is no rushing.

What is included in the price?

A professional local guide is included. Meals, transportation, and personal expenses are not included, so plan to cover those yourself, including the Bosphorus crossing.

Can I cancel if my plans change?

Yes, you can cancel for free up to 3 days before the tour. After that point cancellation is no longer free.

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