James Arman

James Arman

Meet James Arman, the Englishman with a twist! After living in New Zealand with his wife, he’s swapped the southern hemisphere for Istanbul’s vibrant streets, calling the city home for the next two years. Since August 2024, James has been adding his sharp wit and writing chops to The Other Tour’s blog, while impressing guests with his keen sense of fashion and occasional dance moves (yes, even as a vegan!). With a degree in civil engineering and a passion for exploring new cultures, James is the perfect blend of intellect, humor, and rhythm—making him a true Renaissance man on our team!

Istanbul Modern Art Museum Building - The Other Tour

Istanbul Museum Of Modern Art

Explore the Istanbul Modern Art Museum at Galataport. Discover exhibits, tickets, and plan your visit with Professional Licensed Guides.

Best Vegan Spots in Istanbul

Best Vegan Spots in Istanbul

Istanbul's vegan scene is thriving with diverse options, from traditional Turkish dishes to cafés in neighborhoods like Kadıköy and Cihangir.

About us

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 August 2026, that roster stands at 54 professional tour 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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