SINCE 2011

THE OTHER
TOUR

Unique

Explore the great city of Istanbul the way she deserves.

CUISINE

Interested in great Turkish food - how about we eat at home?

GO BEYOND

We explore the lesser-known, underrated parts of the city.

QUALITY

With 12 years experience, we hand-pick the very best options.

Istanbul's alternative city tour since 2011

“The Other Tour” is a unique and immersive experience that takes you on a journey of discovery through Istanbul.

The tour is led by passionate locals who will show you the hidden gems of Istanbul and share their knowledge and stories with you in a full-day adventure.

“The Other Tour” includes an extensive Bosphorus cruise with a private boat and a wide variety of activities you simply could not do on your own.

Activities such as local school visits, lunch at the tour guide’s mother’s house, board-playing-sessions at truly local cafes, visits to untraveled neighborhoods and so much more!

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TRAVEL FAR ENOUGH.
AND YOU WILL MEET YOURSELF.
David Mitchell
Author

The Other Tour's Itinerary

Providing a step-by-step, hour-by-hour guide to what your day on The Other Tour simply wouldn’t do the experience justice. So, check out what we do on The Other Tour below. Remember, it’s almost a 14 hour-long experience!

Authentic spaces
We're in the 'immersive experiences' business. We have to keep it real.
The Backstreets
We don't shy away from diving deep into the backstreets of Istanbul's most interesting sections.
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Many angles
We explore and experience the Bosphorus from so many different perspectives.
The Bosphorus
We always cruise Istanbul's waters.
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Mama
This is a passion project and it always will be.
Made with love
Mama's cooking is delicious! We hope you'd like it,too.
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Music for Peace
This NGO is one of the schools we frequent.
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Fener
We talk about the Greek and Christian heritage of the city.
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Fresh Produce
We explore and taste the local produce.
'Pazar'
We call them that in Turkish.
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Relaxation
The scrub and massage can be great after a long day of exploration.
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Meeting locals
We share the rhythm of the local life.
This game is called 'OKEY' 🙂
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Istanbul's premier alternative experience

Experience the city like never before with The Other Tour – a unique one-day experience crafted for the inquisitive traveler.

The Other Tour transcends the conventional sightseeing and museum visits, instead offering an immersive exploration of Istanbul’s rich landscape and culture.

This isn’t just any tour – it’s a unique opportunity to discover the soul of the city with like-minded travelers, creating unforgettable memories and forging lasting connections.

A unforgettable experience, hosted by the experienced and well informed Fethi. This must rank as one of travel’s great experiences, and Fethi’s offbeat approach adds huge dimension to an already amazing city, taken from the perspective of daily life in the city, far from the tourist crush of the SultanAhmet. For those looking for something different while in Istanbul, this is a must do.

Watch our video

Created spontaneously by a participant of The Other Tour, Bryan Long, about 10 years ago, the video is still relevant today.

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Whether you have a question about one of our tours, need assistance with planning, or simply want to share your thoughts or experiences, we’re here to listen. Our team is dedicated to providing you with the best possible experience, and your feedback is valuable to us.