Neslihan

The Intellectual Local

  • I live in Istanbul
  • I speak English, Türkçe
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 19 hours

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Neslihan

I am a professional tour guide in Istanbul. You will taste the best food see the local life and listen the historical stories in my tour. I believe you will enjoy.

  • I live in Istanbul
  • I speak English, Türkçe
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 19 hours

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Reviews

Unknown
17 February 2025
Neslihan brought warm energy and plenty of fascinating historical tales to the tour. Her easygoing demeanor and kindness made the scheduled time fly by. Arranged to familiarize ourselves with the area before venturing out ourselves, she made sure to listen to our plans, customizing advice to our particular interests. Having our fortunes read in coffee grounds was a fun and unexpected addition. Equipped with many suggestions, key Turkish phrases, and an Istanbulkart, we began our trip feeling confident and energized. Teşekkürler, Neslihan!Upbeat and personalized
Marina
16 February 2025
Our 3 hour tour with Neslihan was amazing: we laughed a lot, seen a lot, learnt a lot and ended up with a list of recommendations for the rest of our trip. Neslihan loves the city and it’s infectious! She knows it’s history and culture and shares her knowledge in a light and engaging way: surprised just how much we’ve learnt whilst having fun! Could not recommend Neslihan highly enough.Terrific
Vincent
1 January 2025
We recently had the absolute pleasure of exploring Istanbul with Neslihan as our guide, and it was an unforgettable experience! Her deep knowledge of the city’s rich history was truly impressive, and she shared it with a European perspective that added an interesting layer of relatability. Neslihan’s ability to move seamlessly through the bustling streets and iconic sites made our journey both fast-paced and efficient, yet it never felt rushed. She has a warm and charming personality that made everyone in the group feel at ease, turning what could have been a simple tour into a friendly and engaging adventure. If you’re looking for someone who brings passion, insight, and a touch of magic to your Istanbul experience, we cannot recommend Neslihan enough! Thank you for making our trip so special. 🌟Perfect!
Chris
4 December 2024
It was a lovely tour. Neslihan showed us a lot and had interesting information. In addition to the sights, she showed us her favourite hidden cafe. She was very empathetic, she took photos and we laughed a lot. Absolutely recommended!Great tour
Mantas
9 October 2024
My wife Jurga and I had the pleasure of touring Istanbul with Neslihan, and it was truly the best guiding experience we’ve ever had. From the moment we met her, it felt like we were reconnecting with an old friend. Neslihan’s deep historical knowledge of Istanbul is remarkable. She shared fascinating stories about the city’s architecture, significant landmarks, and influential figures throughout history, providing rich context that brought each site to life. Her enthusiasm was infectious, making every moment enjoyable and engaging. One of the highlights was discovering hidden gems that only a local would know, like a café tucked away in the center of a cemetery. Thanks to her insights, we were able to explore a side of Istanbul that often goes unnoticed by tourists. This unique perspective revealed just how beautiful and intriguing the city truly is. Neslihan also provided excellent recommendations for things to see and taste during our stay, ensuring we made the most of our time in this incredible city. Her eloquence, charisma, and wonderful sense of humor made the entire experience delightful. We cannot recommend Neslihan highly enough! If you're looking for a guide who will enrich your journey through Istanbul, look no further. We left feeling inspired and grateful for the memories we created together. Thank you, Neslihan, for an unforgettable adventure!Unforgettable Istanbul with Neslihan!
Emily
9 October 2024
Neslihan was amazing. From start to finish, she led an excellent tour, knew all the ins and outs and was able to guide locations in great detail. We hit all the main ‘big’ touristy spots, but she also took me to some super great local establishments that you would definitely not notice if you were on your own! I would absolutely recommend Neslihan, she is a gem!Oustanding!!
Leslie
18 September 2024
My wife and I recently visited Istanbul for the first time and booked a Highlights and Hidden Gems Tour for our first day with Neslihan. This proved to be a great decision. She met us in the old part of town, Sultanahmet, close to many of the historical buildings. Not only did she take us around some of the highlights and point out many others she introduced us to the Public Transport system and the process for obtaining a transit card , which we used throughout our stay. She made suggestions on areas, sights and restaurants to visit for the balance of our stay and provided, during the tour, insight that ranged from the historical to the current day. Neslihen gave us the grounding to get the best out of our stay and I have absolutely no reservation about whole heartedly recommending her as a tour guide for any upcoming Istanbul visit.Great way to start your visit to Istanbul
Wolfgang
2 September 2024
Wir hatten nur eine kurze Zeit gebucht, aber in dieser viel über die Geschichte der Türkei erfahren und einen guten Eindruck über interessante Sehenswürdigkeiten erhalten. Neslihan hat uns gute Tipps für die kommenden Tage gegeben und war immer freundlich, hilfsbereit und ein wirklich interessanter Mensch. Danke, dass wir Dich kennenlernen durften, Neshalin!Empfehlenswert
naresh
30 July 2024
Neslihan has lived and traveled abroad, she is able to explain the why certain historical events took place. She has a wealth of information but gives it to you at your pace. My tour with her was informative and peaceful.Unique tour/guide with unique experiences
Pauline
21 July 2024
Neslihan booked us in at last minute at my request l sent her a message telling her what me and my daughter would like it was mainly to be guided around the Grand bazaar and the spice Bazaar. Neslihan was very knowable about the area and gave us very interesting historical information. She took us to some high quality shops and we manage to make a purchase which meet our needs. We went to have a Turkish coffee and Neslihan has a wonderful gift of telling your fortune from the coffee granule’s She told me some very insightful information. She ended our tour with the spice Bazaar and left us in a location so we get a taxi safely . If you are thinking about booking give her a go she is very friendly and chatty and will make you feel at ease while you get to see the local tourist spots I would book Neslihan again if l visit Istanbul again. I would ask her where the best place to locate ourselves to gain the best experience Thank you Neslihan for a great couple of hours Great Guide Last minute Booking

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