• Private Experience
• Family Friendly
• Carbon Neutral

Uncover the art of jewellry-making in an exclusive Turkish workshop, guided by a master blacksmith and local expert. Immerse yourself in the creative process, from shaping to polishing, and craft your own unique piece. Experience the magic of Turkish craftsmanship firsthand!

Destination

Istanbul, Turkey

Category

Workshops

Duration

3 hours

Transport mode

Walking tour

Available languages

English, Türkçe, 中文

Included

• Private guide
• Equipment

Excluded

• Gold & silver
• Platinum
• Gem stones

What you can expect

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with Kemal.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at Sultan Ahmet - Istanbul to start your journey

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2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. Meet at the Old City

   Meeting at the location in Old city, enjoying a Turkish tea and getting to know each other, and brief about what's coming up

4. Enter Atelier Workshop meeting with the Blacksmith

   We will meet the Blacksmith and learn about him, his atelier, and his creations

5. Having lecture about jewelry making tools

   Having a lecture on jewelry-making tools, understanding their usage, learning safety protocols, and the importance of adhering to them

6. Boost your creativity and design

   Even beginners can create designs, but with the guidance of an experienced master, your designs can come to life

7. Starting to make your design with the guidance of blacksmith

   You will create your own design under the guidance of the blacksmith, utilizing tools such as the saw, trimmer, polisher, and steamer. Drawing will also be part of the process

8. Have a glass of wine at the Panaromic terrace

   After finishing the workshop we will have a glass of wine on the Panaromic terrace and we will enjoy the old city- and Bosphorus view.

9. Make it yours

   Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

   Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

   Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

I can personalize this tour for you

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• Tell me your preferences and wishes so I can customize the tour for you
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Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

Graham🇦🇹 Austria

8 March 2025

Kemal is a confident, cosmopolitan guy who takes pride is making sure you have a great day out. He's quick to build rapport and seems to build lasting friendships with many of his tour groups. It is impressive how quickly he could customise the itinerary based on the weather, season and your preferences - he truly knows Taksim's food scene very well. His standard route for 10 Tastings of Istanbul is through Taksim, focusing on classic street food from mainstream chains. He also spontaneously worked in the chance to try Turkish wine at a nice place in Pera, and a delicious quince dessert which would otherwise be easy to miss. If you want exposure to more inventive regional cuisine, it would be worth discussing the itinerary in detail in advance. No matter what, there's no avoiding how meaty Turkish cuisine is, so considering the timing of the tour carefully and don't plan it eat much before and after this tour!10 Tastings of Istanbul with Kemal

vedran

6 March 2025

Kemal je apsolutno fantastičan vodič – strastven, informiran i nevjerojatno gostoljubiv! Proveo nas je kroz skrivene kutke Istanbula koje sami nikad ne bismo pronašli, od lokalnih taverni do skrivenih vidikovaca s predivnim pogledom. Uživali smo u pravim "hidden gems" mjestima, daleko od turističkih gužvi, gdje smo osjetili pravi duh grada. Uz to, počastio nas je vrhunskim vinom i podijelio sjajne preporuke za restorane, barove i mjesta s autentičnom glazbom. Svaki savjet koji nam je dao bio je zlata vrijedan – zahvaljujući njemu, ostatak našeg boravka bio je još bogatiji. Ako želite istinski doživjeti Istanbul, osjetiti njegovu atmosferu i otkriti mjesta koja samo lokalci znaju, Kemal je čovjek za vas! Topla preporuka za svakoga tko traži nezaboravno iskustvo!Autentično iskustvo u Istanbulu s Kemalom

Patricia🇪🇸 Spain

28 November 2024

Kemal gave us a good insight of the nightlife of Istanbul. When he heard we were eager to try local specialities he brought us to the nicest locations. We had a "baklava" (should not be called like that) it was the best we ever had... Then this was followed by a fish sandwich, wine and he knew so much of the history, nice streets etc. Time went by so quick. We would definitely recommend him to everyone. Fantastic evening with lots of surprises

Kelvin

28 November 2024

Kemal was an exceptional guide, always ensuring I was comfortable and promptly answering all my questions. His deep knowledge of the city, especially the best spots it has to offer, made the experience truly memorable. I highly recommend Kemal for anyone looking to explore the city’s hidden gems!Great experience with Kemal!

Katherine🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10 November 2024

Fabulous Food tour with Kemal, he was extremely knowledgeable of the history & Cuisine of Istanbul. Took us to some great little spots off the beaten track.

Alexandra

12 October 2024

Kemal hat sich nach unseren Bedürfnissen ausgerichtet und perfekt durch den Abend geführt. Dabei wies er uns auf interessante wie wichtige Eckpunkte der Stadt hin und lies keine unserer Fragen zu Geschichte, Gesellschaft und Kultur unbeantwortet. Was uns ganz besonders gefallen hat: Kemal mag Menschen, ist offen und hat uns von Anfang an das Gefühl gegeben, dass wir Freunde sind. Die Stadtviertel zum Ausgehen waren hervorragend ausgewählt! Mehr als perfekt

Steven🇺🇸 United States

27 September 2024

Kemal went above and beyond in delivering a very personalized and well informed tour. We discovered and learned so much about the food, the culture and the history of Istanbul. The experience was truly amazing. Highly recommend. Excellent Customer Service

Peter

12 September 2024

It was a great experience. Taken through a fun neighborhood, somewhat off the beaten path. Wonderful food choices, very informative about the food and the history of Istanbul which was an added bonus! Kemal was kind, attentive and generous with his time. Highly recommend this tour!!Great exoerience!

C🇦🇺 Australia

8 September 2024

Not only was Kemal so genuine and caring for us, making sure we were safe at all times, guiding us through the hustle and bustle of the beautiful city of Istanbul, whether it be by foot or train, but his extended knowledge of the history behind Turkey itself was really appreciated and so interesting. He always asked us if we were going ok, as being seniors, Kemal made sure we were always comfortable throughout the tour and stopping for a rest, water or whatever we desired, was also appreciated. The food stops were so delicious and being with a local guide would now only be the way to go for further tours throughout Turkey, based on the excellent experience we had with our guide Kemal. Thankyou so much, you made our day and night, one to remember. Carla, Rob, Janet and Dave from Australia Best Ever Day and Night in Istanbul

Karen🇮🇪 Ireland

5 September 2024

I had an absolutely fantastic experience with Kemal on my recent tour! Not only was he incredibly friendly and welcoming, but he also brought me to some of the most breathtakingly scenic views that nightlife has to offer. The tour expertly showcased a perfect mix of everything, from the vibrant atmosphere to the hidden gems that only a local would know. What really impressed me was how safe and secure I felt throughout the entire tour. Kemal's knowledge and insight allowed me to see and hear things that I'm sure most people would miss without a local guide. His expertise was invaluable, and I felt like I was getting a true insider's perspective on the city's nightlife scene. Overall, I would 100% recommend Kemal and his tour to anyone looking for a unique and unforgettable experience. His passion and dedication to sharing his city with visitors is truly evident, and I'm so grateful to have had the opportunity to explore with himHighlight of my trip

Michael🇺🇸 United States

14 August 2024

My wife and I had amazing experience, had a wonderful tour. Excellent food and drink choice. KEMAL has a Amazing knowledge of the history i would recommend this tour to every body, very casual and informative dayAmazing day

steve

23 July 2024

Kemal brought us to unique places. It was excellent All good. Pickles and mussels were great. Would definitely recommend HelpfulAll Good Steve_S, Oct 2024

Katherine

17 July 2024

Aslan is the best! He spent a lot of time with us and was a wonderful chaperone!Wonderful detailed overview of Turkish Food and Culture

Mimi🇦🇺 Australia

10 July 2024

Kemal was so accommodating and easy going. He catered to all my needs. We explored places where locals would go and explained some culture and history as well as answering to all my questions. He is so knowledgeable. He ensured I was comfortable at all times and he even took me to Latin dancing with the locals. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would recommend booking with him. He won’t disappoint you! True local experience

Shelby

6 June 2024

We had a really fantastic tour with Kemal in Istanbul! We shared a Turkish breakfast and visited so many more incredible food spots! On top of that Kemal is friendly, engaging and has an extensive knowledge of the history of Istanbul so it was a great way to see the city while trying out all the amazing food! We would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Istanbul. A fantastic food & history tour with an incredible guide!