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Comment on Istanbul Metro & Tram Map PDF [Free Download 2026] by Serhat Engul

Serhat Engul — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:13:04 +0000

In reply to Trupti Sheth. You are welcome Trupti. Have a nice trip!

Comment on Istanbul Metro & Tram Map PDF [Free Download 2026] by Trupti Sheth

Trupti Sheth — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:59:23 +0000

Thanks a lot Serhat. About to start our site seeing!

Comment on Istanbul Metro & Tram Map PDF [Free Download 2026] by Serhat Engul

Serhat Engul — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:29:23 +0000

In reply to Kellie. You are welcome Kellie. Have a nice trip!

Comment on Istanbul Metro & Tram Map PDF [Free Download 2026] by Kellie

Kellie — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 16:13:55 +0000

Thank you so much, Serhat,, this has been incredibly helpful.

Comment on Istanbul Tourist Map as PDF files [Free Download 2026] by Serhat Engul

Serhat Engul — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:48:56 +0000

In reply to carol smart.

Dear Carol Smart,

Thank you very much for your kind message — I’m really glad to hear that you found the article helpful.

I’m sorry to hear about the difficulty with the maps. Some printers don’t always handle the colors well, but I’m happy that you managed to make them usable.

It’s also lovely to hear that you worked as a tour escort — I’m sure you will enjoy Istanbul from a different perspective now.

I offer private half-day (3–4 hours) walking tours, and the pace can always be adjusted depending on your comfort level, with frequent breaks if needed.

You can find the details of my tours here:
https://istanbulclues.com/istanbul-guided-tours/

If you find a tour that interests you, feel free to contact me through the website, and I’ll be happy to get back to you with more details.

Kind regards,
Serhat Engül

Comment on Istanbul Tourist Map as PDF files [Free Download 2026] by carol smart

carol smart — Sun, 22 Mar 2026 09:38:41 +0000

I am very impressed with your helpful hints. I’m not great at finding how to download etc., but have managed to print off three maps. The main map came out yellow and made the written signs unreadable, so I’ve had to go over them with a red pen.

Trying to copy and paste your written stuff but can’t.

I too am an ex tour escort (European tours, China and Albania), but now retired in Cyprus. Would be great to have a price for a three/four hour tour – thanks. Albeit I like to go off the beaten track myself, my ankle is in bad shape. We are two people.

Regards

Comment on Grand Bazaar Istanbul Opening Hours [2026 Guide] by Serhat Engul

Serhat Engul — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:45:51 +0000

In reply to Dinah. Hello Dinah, Yes, the historic bazaars are open on the eve of the holiday. So on May 26, the Grand Bazaar will be open as usual. The official closure for Eid al-Adha begins on May 27, so you should have no problem visiting on the 26th.

Comment on Grand Bazaar Istanbul Opening Hours [2026 Guide] by Dinah

Dinah — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:28:15 +0000

Hello! Understand that the bazaars are closed on religious holidays and for Eid al-Adha 2026 it’s from the 27-30th of May. Is it still open on the eve? The 26th.

Thanks so much!

Comment on Visiting Basilica Cistern – Tickets, Hours & Insider Tips (2026) by Serhat Engul

Serhat Engul — Sun, 21 Sep 2025 11:32:09 +0000

In reply to Rowena M Spafford. Thank you very much for your kind message and interest in my tours. Unfortunately, I am already booked on September 27 and 28, 2025, and won’t be able to guide on those dates. I truly appreciate your consideration and wish you a wonderful time in Istanbul and on your upcoming cruise.

Comment on Visiting Basilica Cistern – Tickets, Hours & Insider Tips (2026) by Rowena M Spafford

Rowena M Spafford — Thu, 18 Sep 2025 16:33:34 +0000

Hi! Thank you for all the very well explained information. Do you still do private tours? We would like to see the sites but not spend a 7 – 10 hr. day tour when still exhausted from travel. A 2 -day itinerary is what we prefer on Sept. 27 & 28, 2025. My husband and I will be cruising on Sept. 29, 2025.