Begüm Yılmaz

Begüm Yılmaz

Begüm Yılmaz is an Istanbul-born biologist, writer, and visual storyteller with a passion for wildlife, conservation, and cultural heritage. Raised in Beşiktaş with a degree in Biology from Istanbul University and graduate studies in Microbiology, she brings a meticulous, research-driven approach to her work. From participating in Caretta sea turtle rescue projects to exploring ancient civilizations across the Aegean and Mediterranean, Begüm is fascinated by the profound connections between living ecosystems and historical landscapes. Through her videography, photography, and writing for The Other Tour, she combines a local’s curiosity with a mindful, scientific eye to uncover the layers and stories shaping modern Türkiye.

Panoramic view of Tazı Canyon in Köprülü Canyon National Park, Antalya, Turkey.

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We offer a unique, immersive travel experience across Turkey — not just Istanbul's lesser-known corners, but also the valleys of Cappadocia, the ruins of Ephesus, and the coastlines of Antalya and Bodrum, engaging guests in cultural activities like local home visits, market explorations, and Bosphorus cruises.



What we specialize in, above all, is matching each client with the right professional guide for wherever they're headed in Turkey — though if we're being honest, our roster is still concentrated mostly in Istanbul. As of July 2026, that roster stands at fifty guides, each one personally vetted rather than pulled from a directory. Most of what we arrange are daily and multi-day private tours, guided primarily in English, with guides available in other languages on request.



We also provide a full range of wheelchair-assisted guided tours, custom itineraries, and specialized tours covering historical, cultural, and niche interests like Jewish heritage, vegan spots, and bird-watching — now paired with a guide roster that reaches Ankara, the Black Sea, and the wider Mediterranean region. We also offer transportation services with professional guides for a more personalized and flexible experience.

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