Traveller testimonials

5.0 average from 17 guests

Great memorable day

Eren was the best. Always showing us the real Istanbul. Special vistas, shops, and patient. We fell in love with old Istanbul and want to return to the Hagia Sophia. Highly recommended. 🙏

G***** H***** · November 2026

Wonderful walking tour in Istanbul

We saw Topkapi Palace which included the clock museum, an oversight for most guides, but not for EREN. We also toured the blue mosque. We were able to skip the line and spend more time in each facility. We also spent some time at the Hippodrome. We also toured the Hagia Eirene Monument which we asked to visit as we were passing and he graciously toured monument with us. Eren made certain that we had a most enjoyable and delightful day.

C***** P***** · October 2026

Landmarks in Instanbul

Eren was very and sociable which made the tour extra nice..

G***** H***** · October 2026

I wholeheartedly recommend Eren to anyone visiting Türkiye

We were initially paired with Eren Bölek through our hotel for a day of guided touring, and by the end of the day, we felt like friends. Eren is knowledgeable, personable, and enthusiastic about sharing his city and country. His local connections and thoughtful planning allowed us to explore at a relaxed pace without ever feeling rushed. For our second trip to Türkiye, we contacted Eren to arrange transportation to Kuşadası as well as guided tours in the area. His attention to detail and open communication made everything seamless. I wholeheartedly recommend Eren to anyone visiting Türkiye. We found him to be trustworthy, attentive, and genuinely caring to making our trip special. You will not be disappointed!

K***** C***** · October 2026

Eren was the best…

Eren Bolek was very thorough with the tour, showing us everything we wanted to see. If we want to cut anything short, he cut it short (which seems to be a thing for us). He also managed to save us an hour plus getting us into some of the better attractions. He helped us plan our Turkish Bath experience. Any other questions we had he answered them as he know the area very well. He gave us additional ideas for us to do on the day that he wasn’t giving us a tour in Istanbul. Be ready to walk as he is willing to go as long as you want to!

J***** L***** · September 2026

Best two days ever!

We were so lucky to have Eren Bolek as our guide in Istanbul. The stories and history he shared brought it all to life. Our group still talk about those days with him. He knows all the places to see, eat and get a snack. Our introduction to Turkish rugs was a delight. By all means, book your tour with Eren.

G***** S***** M***** · September 2026

The best tour we’ve ever been on

It was our first time in Turkey and we’re typically not tour people. But since Istanbul has so much to see and to maximize our time, we decided on a private tour. I cannot say enough good things about Eren. He truly catered the tour to exactly what we wanted to/should see, including the best shopping experience ever. Not only did he make sure we covered all the must see places, he’s actually an archeologist so his knowledge of Turkish history is top notch. He also took us to an amazing lunch spot which we’d never have found ourselves. I really wanted to buy an authentic Turkish rug so he arranged for us to do this and have an intimate experience learning about how our rug was made. Even in the Grand Bazaar, which can be overwhelming, he helped us find the best places that are trusted by locals. Tours can be cumbersome and oftentimes you’re waiting around for a large group. This was completely private, and included the driver. I would 100% recommend Eren to anyone looking to see Istanbul in a way that I don’t feel is possible on a typical tour. You’ll get to experience Istanbul from a more local perspective which I think is so valuable compared to being in a generic tour. He also made many recommendations for the rest of our time here which was wonderful. 10 out of 10 experience hands down. Thank you Eren.

C***** B***** · September 2026

Five star experience

This is a must tour. We had a private tour with Eren Bolek. From beginning to end our tour guide, Eren was awesome. He was friendly and engaging. He guided us through the sites seamlessly. He recommended where we would start first to avoid the crowds. He knew not just the places but he is well versed in history and culture of the locations we visited. Because of his knowledge of the city, we were able to complete the sites on our list. Eren provided us with a memorable experience of Istanbul. Thank you Eren for an amazing day.

S***** C***** · August 2026

5 stars – Eren made Istanbul unforgettable!

We spent three days in Istanbul before our cruise and had Eren Bolek as our guide for all three, and we couldn't have asked for better. He took us all over this beautiful city, from the breathtaking Hagia Sophia to the colorful maze of the Grand Bazaar, and capped it off with a cruise along the Bosphorus that gave us stunning views of the city from the water. His knowledge of Istanbul's history and culture is incredible, and he shared it in a way that kept us engaged the whole time. What really stood out was how personable and attentive Eren was. He took care of every detail, adjusted to our pace, and showed us things we never would have found on our own. By the end of the trip he felt more like a friend than a guide. If you're visiting Istanbul, especially before or after a cruise, we highly recommend Eren. He made our time there one of the highlights of our whole vacation. Thank you, Eren!

Juan Talavera · July 2026

Great Guide

Eren took us all around Istanbul. He speaks great English! We are from the states. We got to see a beautiful mosque, enjoyed great food, visited a Turkish market and had an all-around great experience. I would recommend Eren if you are ever visiting Istanbul!!

Paulette Miller · June 2026

Best Tour Guide Ever!!

Eren Bolek was our tour guide in Istanbul, Turkey. I don’t have enough good things to say about this guy! He is the absolute best tour guide ever! He is very knowledgeable, friendly and took us wherever we wanted to go. we had an absolute fabulous time!

Dawn Marie Brown · June 2026

Great tour of Istanbul

We had an amazing experience touring Istanbul with Eren Bolek! Eren was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the history and culture of this beautiful city. He made every stop interesting and memorable, answered all of our questions, and made sure we felt comfortable throughout the entire tour. Eren’s recommendations were excellent, and we were able to experience Istanbul in a way we never could have on our own. We truly appreciated his kindness, patience, and attention to detail. I would highly recommend him to anyone visiting Istanbul—you will be in wonderful hands!

S***** M***** · October 2025

Premier Tour of Istanbul

Eren was a fantastic guide. We enjoyed a variety of delightful experiences, intriguing landmark tours, quality shops, and phenomenal dining recommendations (try Galeyan!).

E***** N***** · August 2024

Private tour

My wife and I hired Eren through a 3rd party site, which is sometimes hit or miss. Eren Bolek was a hit! We had a great time seeing the sites of Istanbul and pivoted to some shopping after lunch. Eren was knowledgeable, friendly and engaging. I saved his contact info and will definitely be reaching out next time we are visiting Istanbul.

M***** P***** · May 2024

Eren Bölek made our trip to Istanbul fantastic.

I have to give a ton of praise to the job Eren did as our guide touring Istanbul during our trip to Turkey. The country was a very new experience for our family and Eren was not only a very knowledgeable guide showing us the most amazing locations, but he also felt like a close family friend despite just meeting him for the first time when we arrived. Eren was absolutely one of the highlights of our fantastic trip to Turkey and if we ever returned he would be the first person we would look for to see Istanbul again.

Christopher Watts · October 2023

Beautiful day in Istanbul with a great guide!

Eren Bolek was very knowledgeable. He gave us very good insight into the city and took us to the best historical places in Istanbul. We haven't got to visit some hidden shopping areas that we would not have been able to discover on our own. My favourite was visiting the Blue Mosque.

Julie Ly · January 2017

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