5 Days in Istanbul: A Curated Journey Through the City’s Soul
Private 5-day Istanbul tour: Old City, Bosphorus, neighborhoods, Asian Side. Customizable and seamless itinerary curated by The Other Tour.
Metin Çobanoğlu is the founder and owner of Before Travel, a trusted travel agency based in Sultanahmet, Istanbul. Originally from Demre, Antalya, Metin brings years of experience, professionalism, and strong ethical values to the world of Turkish tourism.
In 2025, Metin joined forces with Fethi Karataş, the founder of The Other Tour, to expand the scope and quality of our Turkey tours. This partnership strengthens our ability to design diverse itineraries, provide top-tier guides, and deliver seamless services across the country.
Metin has published many new Turkey tour itineraries on our website, staying true to our collaboration. Beyond business, Metin is also a trusted friend of our team—someone whose reliability and integrity make him a perfect partner as we continue to grow.
Together, we are proud to offer travelers unique, immersive, and authentic experiences throughout Turkey, built on friendship, trust, and a shared passion for discovery.
Private 5-day Istanbul tour: Old City, Bosphorus, neighborhoods, Asian Side. Customizable and seamless itinerary curated by The Other Tour.
Explore Phaselis Ancient City near Kemer, Antalya — Roman ruins, three natural harbors, pine forests, and turquoise Mediterranean coves.
Experience the ultimate private blue cruise on Gulet Istlada. Sail from Demre to Kekova and Kaş with a dedicated crew,...
Explore Istanbul in depth on this 8-day journey through Turkey’s highlights—ancient wonders, modern culture, and timeless beauty from Bosphorus to...
8-day Istanbul to Aegean tour: Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus & Pamukkale—expert guides, human-scale pacing, rich stories.
High on a limestone ridge above the Xanthos Valley, Tlos blends Lycian rock-cut tombs, a hilltop acropolis and a Hellenistic–Roman...
Explore Istanbul, Pamukkale, and Ephesus on a private 5-day journey with expert guides, seamless logistics, and a balanced pace.
A well-paced 5-day private tour of Istanbul and Cappadocia, with smooth flights, boutique hotels, and thoughtful routing.
6-day Turkey tour of Istanbul, Pamukkale and Ephesus with expert guides, central hotels, key attractions, flights and transfers included.
Gulet Kamala is a private 3-cabin gulet for small groups exploring Fethiye, Göcek and Kekova. Weekly crewed charter for a...
We offer a unique, immersive city tour experience in Istanbul that explores lesser-known areas, engaging participants in cultural activities like local home visits, market explorations, and Bosphorus cruises.
In addition to our signature tour 'The Other Tour', our travel agency also provides a variety of wheelchair-assisted guided tours, custom itineraries, and specialized tours covering historical, cultural, and niche interests like Jewish heritage, vegan spots, and bird-watching. We also offer transportation services with professional guides for a more personalized and flexible experience.
The Other Tour is an immersive way to experience Istanbul and the rest of Turkey, led by licensed local guides who take you beyond the tourist spots into the lived culture and quiet corners of Cappadocia, Antalya, Ephesus, Bodrum, and the Mediterranean. We also build personalized travel planning, private tours, and custom itineraries — crafted around what you’re actually curious about, in any region of the country.