Abrahamic Faiths Tour Through Istanbul
Explore Istanbul’s Abrahamic faiths with your tour guide in one day—churches, synagogues, and mosques woven into a shared history.
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 recently published his first Turkey tour itinerary on theothertour.com, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter of 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.
Explore Istanbul’s Abrahamic faiths with your tour guide in one day—churches, synagogues, and mosques woven into a shared history.
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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 Istanbul experience, taking you beyond tourist spots to explore local culture with activities like home-cooked meals, school visits, and Bosphorus cruises. As a travel agency, we also offer personalized travel planning in Istanbul and Turkey, crafting custom itineraries and unique experiences tailored to each traveler.