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Hemos sido muy afortunados haber conocidos a mucha gente estupenda de todo el mundo. Queremos agradecerlos todos por elegirnos como sus guías durante su visita en Turquía y por las recomendaciones maravillosas que escribieron para nosotros. Ha sido ciertamente un placer para nosotros ofrecerles nuestros servicios.

Si preferido, la mayoría de nuestros clientes anteriores están disponibles para proporcionar referencia adicional directamente vía el teléfono o email.

Gracias..
 

"Dear Hakan,

We want to thank you for significantly enriching our visit to Istanbul. The depth of your knowledge of history coupled with your intimate feel for the city created a perfect visit. The reliability of your staff and your fun approach to touring definitely added to our experience.

We highly recommend your sevices to anyone visiting Turkey."  

Bob y Dana Dickey

Reno, NV, EE.UU.

bobdana@hotmail.com

Octubre 2009

"If you are looking for an excellent and responsive well informed tour guide in Istanbul… Hakan Gurger, proprietor of Guides of Istanbul is your answer!

This summer, my husband and I traveled through Eastern Europe, ending up in Istanbul, which turned out to be the highlight of our trip. It’s not only because it’s a beautiful city, but we were fortunate to find Hakan as our guide. His enthusiasm, knowledge of history, religions, and passion for showing us his city made us say he’s one of the best guides we’ve experienced anywhere. 

We enjoyed his delightful personality and sense of humor, as he pointed out his high school as one of the “Wonders of the World”, that was before he left Istanbul to attend Northwestern University for his college education in the United States. Where he played soccer, joined a fraternity, studied hard and perfected 5 languages, all of which enhanced his skills as a top tour guide!

Another reason to select one of Hakan’s “VIP Tours” is there’s no waiting in lines…so you maximize your experience. And his custom Mercedes vans are super comfortable with expert drivers, like Mustafa, who was always prompt, patient and made our journey in busy Istanbul traffic, safe and pleasant. Also we used Hakan’s 24-Hour Concierge Service for our restaurant reservations, all of which were excellent. So many restaurants, too little time! We relied on Hakan to make better recommendations than our hotel concierge desk.  And that paid off. Each restaurant was outstanding with local culinary delights, and perhaps best, on arrival, we were always escorted to the best table in the house! 

Hakan, thank you again for everything! We’ll definitely be back to Turkey with our family. Also we’ll highly recommend you and your ‘Guides of Istanbul’ to our friends and, especially those who want to enjoy the best of Istanbul, like the locals do!”

Warm regards,"

Merrill y Tammy Dean

Scottsdale, AZ, EE.UU.

tammydean@ureach.com

Septiembre 2009

"Estimado amigo Hakan:

Nuevamente ha sido un acierto contratar tus servicios. La puntuallidad para recogernos, la amabilidad de Sinan  así como sus extraordinarios conocimientos sobre tan hermosa e histórica ciudad como lo es Estambul, han hecho de nuestro viaje un recuerdo inolvidable.

Agradecemos tu profesionalidad y empeño que harán que muy pronto volvamos a visitar tan grandiosa ciudad que imposible conocerla en tan poco tiempo.

Un fuerte abrazo."

Angeles y Andrés Massieu

México D.F, MÉXICO

amass1@cablevision.net.mx

Septiembre 2009

"São Paulo, October the 6th, 2009

Dear Hakan,

Knowing Istanbul guided by you was an unforgettable experience.

Besides being always an enjoyable company, your knowledge of the city and the country enlightened us about the history and culture of Turkey.

The supporting services provided by your company, like transportation and other travel arrangements were also perfect, timely and courteous.

All together, you may count on being hired by any Brazilian friend of mine traveling to Turkey.

Hoping to enjoy again from this lovely city and your guidance, yours truly."

Lucia y Roberto Josua

Sao Paolo, BRASIL

luciajosu@hotmail.com

Septiembre 2009

"Hakan:
 
Por medio de la presente quiero agradecerte los tres maravillosos días que pasamos en Estambul, sin duda es una ciudad maravillosa, llena de Historia, Arte, Monumentos, Paisajes, etc., etc. pero sin duda el mejor recuerdo nos lo llevamos de su gente, el servicio que recibimos fue estupendo, no cabe duda que eres "el mejor guía de turistas de Estambul" fue dificil coordinar un grupo de 12 personas con edades de los 2 a los 80 años, con intereses muy distintos, pero tu acertada intervención nos permitió a todos realizar algo de lo que esperabamos, tener el tiempo para ver lo mas sobresaliente de cada lugar y al mismo tiempo cumplir los caprichos de cada uno de nosotros, solo en Las Vegas había visto magos con tal capacidad, realmente te felicito.

Aprovecho para pedirte que recibas a un matrimonio amigo mio, el Sr, Francisco Avila y su esposa quienes llegarán a Estambul dentro de algunos días ellos se pondrán en contacto contigo, por cierto si se debe algo se lo cobras a ellos jajajaja.

Ya no te vimos el sábado pero el lugar que nos recomendaste para cenar fue la cereza del pastel, se que no es un lugar común para los turistas por su ubicación pero resulto fantástico.

Nuevamente gracias y felicidades."
 
Sr. Francisco J. Gonzalez Azuara

México D.F, MÉXICO

fjgazuara@hotmail.com

Septiembre 2009

"Hakan:

Again, thank you for a wonderful experience. We could not have had such a pleasant visit without your help and your capable team.

Our guide, Meltem, was personable, knowledgeable and 
enthusiastic. She was eager to take our interests into account and looked after us well. Our driver was always on time and safe.

The vehicle provided was clean and comfortable.In retrospect, it would 
have been foolish to attempt the tours of Istanbul without a local's help.

Please use me as a reference. I found the service you provided a bargain and very much worth the expense.  I would strongly recommend a novice visitor use your service."

Sr. John B. Muldowney

EE.UU.

muldo003@umn.edu

Septiembre 2009

"hi hakan..

sept 12-16.  guides of istanbul were all and more we were expecting, from the pickup by 12 passenger bus for 6 of us at the cruise dock to our aiport transfer on our departure the 16th.

We especially appreciated the use of the bus to transport us in the evening to dinner and back to our hotel.

Our guide, "jimmy" was excellent and really gave us a running history and commentary all 3 days of our tour. He was excellent and so much fun to be with.......great sense of humor! 

We especially liked the Bosphorus cruise on a private boat and the lunch experiences in authentic turkish restaurants. He was so helpful with the menus and translations! 

Thank you again. I will definitely recommend your company to any future travellers.

Sincerely,"

Sra. Renee LeGear

St. Louis, MO, EE.UU.

"Hola Hakan,

Realizamos una excursión con vosotros el dia 10 de Septiembre, estuvimos 8 horas juntos y fue muy agradable vuestra compañia y muy provechosa vuestra información.

Vinimos a Estambul con un crucero, gran equivocación, no es una ciudad para ser visitada en 8 horas, gracias a ti podimos hacernos una idea. Tengo muy claro que volveremos a Estambul con mis hijos (sin crucero) y pienso contratar otra vez vuestros servicio.

Besos,"

Maribel y Joan Surinyach

ESPAÑA

ggrau248@gmail.com

Septiembre 2009

"Hi Hakan,

I am so amazed at the service you provided us at our visit in Istanbul. Meltem was brilliant and full of the most awesome knowledge regarding Turkish history. Your driver could easily enter any Formula One race. AMAZING!!!!! We felt very safe and enjoyed every second of our time in your most fascinating city.

Martin and I will make sure that any friends, family or strangers traveling to Istanbul will have your VIP tours # and Meltem name. Your service was BRILLIANT and well worth the money. We loved our visit to Istanbul!

Thank you Hakan! A job well done!!! Best regards."

Siv y Martin Adams

EE.UU.

sivadams@hotmail.com

Septiembre 2009

"Hakan

We had a great time Apo was superb. I will recommend your services to my friends."

Sr. Alex Zapolanski, M.D. - Clinical Professor of Surgery, Columbia University

EE.UU.

azapolanski@gmail.com

Septiembre 2009

"Dear Hakan,

We had an excellent tour around several of the key historical sites of Istanbul. As we had visited some locations the day before, we were able to customise the tour to concentrate on specific places for a more in-depth visit.

Your guide was extremely knowledgeable and, in particular, he was very informative during our visit to the Topkapi Palace. All the arrangements worked very well – from collecting us at the cruise terminal in a spotlessly clean and very comfortable Mercedes van to delivering us to the airport for our return flight.

In every possible way, the tour enabled us to maximise the time we had available. I have no hesitation in recommending your services to other travellers."

Sr. Michael A. Palmer

REINO UNIDO

michael.a.palmer@btinternet.com

Septiembre 2009

"servicio realizado con la mayor eficacia el dia 10 en estambul, con el mejor guia de habla en español, sin duda un chico serio, formal, agradable, y sumamente eficaz. para su empresa un calificativo sobresaliente y para el guia SINAN una matricula de honor, es decir lo maximo que se le puede calificar a una persona, muchas gracias, mañana mismo iré a la agencia de viajes para recomendarle sus servicios. estoy muy agradecido, es usted una persona seria y formal.

nuevamente gracias,"

Sr. Antonio Fernández

La Coruña, ESPAÑA

ferperant@hotmail.com

Septiembre 2009

"Dear Hakan,

It would be a pleasure to recommend your Company as it was a highlight of our trip. From the pick up at the airport to the delivery to the ship we were well looked after by your staff. Unfortunately, we started the tour with rain but having your services we were able to be flexible and adjust our schedule to the weather.

You have a very professional team and we would be pleased to recommend."

Sr. Murray Megit

CANADÁ

mmegit@sympatico.ca

Septiembre 2009

"Hi Hakan:

Many. Many Thanks on behalf of all of us for making our visit to Istambul and Ephesus really a nice and pleasant experience. We enjoyed your company a lot and so did the kids!! It was funny to hear them comparing you with the rest of the guides in Athens, Capri and Rome:  "no one like Hakan. He was so cool"  was the common comment!!!

We will certainly give our recommendation.

Best Regards,"

"Dear Hakan:

I am writing to tell you how much we enjoyed your services during our 4 day stay in Istanbul in August 2009. Everything worked well from the outset -- it was easy to make the reservations over the internet and you were very responsive before we got there.

Once we arrived, you made our stay fabulous! Your driver was right there to pick us up, getting things off to a great start! Istanbul is a huge and complex city, but you made it so easy for us (me and my 19 year old son. You were incredibly knowledgeable about the city, the country and their history, including how that affected modern events in Turkey and surrounding countries. We learned so much!

Your driver and van were fabulous! The van was extremely comfortable, always on time, and we enjoyed the cold water always available. We were able to see so much because the driver and van was always right there to whisk us to the next place!! It was also wonderful to have them available for dinner and we appreciated your dinner suggestions and your help with dinner reservations.

We appreciated your flexibility as well. You added and changed things as you saw what our interests were.  Each day was different and fun! The visit to the Prince's Islands, the Asian side, as well as the Bosphorous cruise, were unexpected highlights!

I can't imagine touring Istanbul any other way than by using your services.

After the 4 days with you and your drivers.

Best,"

Sra. Phyllis Cohen

Houston, TX, EE.UU.

pcohen@linnthurber.com

Agosto 2009

Igualmente a su asistente Mustafa, por su cortesía, puntualidad y cumplimiento de sus servicios."

Familia Ventosa

México D.F, MÉXICO

Julio 2009

"Buenas tardes señor Gurger, solo una nota para agradecer los servisios a la familia Ventosa.

Espero estar el contacto con usted cuando tenga más clientes para Estambul..

Atentamente," 

Sr. C.P. Raúl A. Aubert - RA Programaciòn de Viajes S.A. de C.V.

raprogramaciondeviajes@prodigy.net.mx

México D.F, MÉXICO

Julio 2009

"Estimado Hakan:

Te envío unas breves líneas para agradecerte lo mucho que disfrutamos de nuestra visita a Estambul. La clave del éxito del viaje familiar a Estambul fue la excelente organización de la visita VIP Tour de 3 días y tu gran implicación que sentimos como guía, durante toda nuestra estancia. Nunca es fácil conseguir la atención de 4 chicos con edades comprendidas entre los 10 y 20 años. Sin embargo, el tour fue tan interesante y variado, que todos disfrutamos muchísimo de Estambul.

Hemos sacado una gratísima opinión de Estambul como gran ciudad y de Turquía como país. El tour y vuestros servicios como guías nos han permitido disfrutar muchísimo de las visitas a los lugares turísticos, por los grandes conocimientos de historia del guía. También nos han permitido conocer sitios maravillosos aunque menos conocidos y que no hubieramos descubierto solos. Hemos conocido de cerca la forma de vivir, las costumbres, tradiciones y vida deportiva de Turquía. Realmente, los servicios tanto del guía turístico como del chófer han sido excelentes e inmejorables. Destacamos dos ejemplos: la travesía por el Bósforo en un yate privado impresionante y las cenas en restaurantes de comida turca muy sabrosa con traslados con chófer, comodísimos.

Muchas gracias por toda vuestra ayuda y hasta el próximo viaje a Estambul."

Familia Albisu-Astigarraga

ESPAÑA

itziar.astigarraga@gmail.com

Julio 2009

"Dear Hakan,

We were very pleased with your services during our brief stay in Istanbul. The guide you provided, Barchin, was extremely knowledgable, tried very hard, and succeeded in showing us much of the city, the main tourist sights as well as other areas we expressed interest in seeing. The driver knew his way around and we rarely had to wait. Feel free to use us as a reference in the future."

Sr. Alan Natter

EE.UU.

mrasn@yahoo.com

Junio 2009

"El pasado mes de junio estuvimos 3 días en Estambul. Contratamos los servicios de Guides of Istanbul por mail así que no sabíamos que nos encontraríamos una vez allí.

Tuvimos una agradable sorpresa puesto que fue un  servicio inmejorable (en puntualidad, comodidad, etc) y con Hakan, el guía, una persona al que se le nota que ama su país y que sus conocimientos sobre él y su historia no tienen límite.

Nos ayudaron mucho sus recomendaciones referente a la comida ya que nos propuso lugares poco turísticos donde pudimos degustar la extraordinaria cocina local.

También queremos dar las gracias a Mustafa, el chofer, que dentro de una ciudad caótica de coches nos llevaba siempre de un sitio a otro puntualmente.

Günaydin Hakan: Ha sido un placer conocerte y  disfrutar de esos días que pasamos en Estambul. No dudes que recomendamos vuestros servicios a nuestros conocidos así como a quien pueda leer estas letras.   

Un abrazo"

Josep i Irene
Ramon i Yolanda

Girona, ESPAÑA

ireneroig@arrakis.es

Junio 2009

"Aquest juny hem estat durant 3 dies a Istanbul, com que vam contractar els serveis de Guides of Istanbul via mail no sabíem  que ens trobaríem al arribar allà.

La veritat és que vàrem tenir una agradable sorpresa tant amb el servei (seriós i puntual) com amb el guia, en Hakan una persona al que se li nota que estima la seva terra i que no es cansava d’explicar-nos la seva historia tant interessant com extensa. També molt encertades les seves recomanacions a l’hora dels menjars ja que vam poder provar la cuina del país però en llocs poc turístics i força locals i això fa que poguéssim conèixer molt millor el tarannà de la gent.

També vull recordar el xofer, en Mustafa, que enmig d’aquella ciutat de circulació caòtica ens traslladava  fins l’Hotel o el Restaurant puntualment.

Günaydin Hakan: Va ser un plaer gaudir dels vostres serveis els dies que vam passar a la teva ciutat. No dubtis que us recomanarem tant als coneguts com als qui puguin llegir aquestes lletres.

Visca el Galatasaray i Visca el Barça!!"

Josep i Irene
Ramon i Iolanda.

Girona, CATALUNYA, ESPAÑA

ireneroig@arrakis.es

Junio 2009

"ATT. SR. HAKAN GURGER.

Querido amigo:

A pesar de estar en mi casa en estos momentos, todavia tengo mi mente en Istanbul, y cuando cierro los ojos, veo nuevamente las imágenes grabadas en mi retina y siento aquellas sensaciones extraordinarias como si estuviera todavia allí.

Te veo a tí en el barco, charlando y riendo como uno más de nosotros, como si nos conociéramos de toda la vida. Veo a Aydin esforzándose hasta el agotamiento, en hacernos la estancia agradable, preocupándose de que todo salga bien. Veo la sonrisa de Salih y su preocupación por el coche bien limpio, siempre puntual, incluso diría que demasiado puntual.

Si alguien de nuestro grupo podía tener algunas dudas por haber contratado tus servicios, pienso que a la media hora quedaron disipadas todas sus dudas, todos sin excepción hemos quedado muy contentos y satisfecho tanto de vuestro trato como de vuestras propuestas, y cuando les he dicho que te iba a escribir para deciírtelo, todos te mandan sus saludos, un fuerte abrazo y muchas gracias por todo. Y por mi parte, darte las gracias porque han sido unos dias magníficos.

Verdaderamente, da gusto visitar Istanbul con vosotros ya que disfrutáis con vuestro trabajo.

Te garantizo que en las conversaciones con los amigos y conocidos, cuando hablemos de nuestro viaje a Istanbul, vuestros nombres saldrán en la conversación.

Si algún día por cualquier causa vinieras a Menorca, serás recibido como un amigo, aqui tienes tu casa también.

Y si alguien de España quiere ir a Istanbul y quiere referencias, dale mi teléfono y mi mail. Será bien atendido.

Un fuerte abrazo."

Sr. Bep Jover

Menorca, ESPAÑA

bepjover@telefonica.net

Mayo 2009

“I found Guides of Istanbul searching through internet. Their web page seemed very professional and their offer was different from others I found. I contact with Hakan, and from the first moment everything run smoothly. As well as suggesting what to see and do in Istanbul, he recommended several restaurants which were marvelous. From the very beginning when we were picked up at the airport until we left, everything was organized just as we wanted. Our guide, Zeynep showed us a different city, that we are sure we would have never known if not for her.

Also, they arranged for us the Bosphorus Cruise, which is an unforgettable experience, and which I highly recommend everyone to do.

Hakan, thank you very much for organizing our trip so splendidly.

Thanks again,"

Sra. Leticia Rodríguez Balsón - Ergon Capital Advisors

Madrid, ESPAÑA

lr@ergoncapital.es

Mayo 2009

Un fuerte abrazo
 
Hasta pronto. Gracias."   

LEONARDO-VICTORIA-EULOGIO Y PIEDAD

Alicante, ESPAÑA

orts11@hotmail.com

Diciembre 2008

"HALLO HAKAN,

WIR MOECHTEN UNS HERZLICH FUER DEN UNGLAUBLICH NETTEN UND PROFESSIONELLEN  SERVICE VON GUIDES OF ISTANBUL BEDANKEN.

ES WAR EINFACH PERFEKT UND HAT UNSEREN KURZURLAUB ZU EINEM ERLEBNIS GEMACHT.

SOLCH EINEN SERVICE UND HILFSBEREITSCHAFT FINDET MAN IN DER HEUTIGEN ZEIT SEHR SELTEN UND WIR WERDEN SIE AUF JEDEN FALL WEITEREMPFEHLEN.

EIN GROSSES DANKESCHOEN AN IHR TEAM,"

ELISABETH, BERNHARD, ERICH UND MONIKA

AUSTRIA

bernd@videotron.ca

Diciembre 2008

ESPAÑA

aidsport@hotmail.com

Diciembre 2008

lerobinson@bigpond.com

Noviembre 2008

Octubre 2008

"Thank you, Hakan, for ensuring that Guides of Istanbul gave us a really good insight into Istanbul.

Even though we only had one day with Hatice, she covered an amazing amount of ground, helped of course by your delightful driver Mustafa. She was interesting, knowledgeable and very good with Sebastian – keeping an energetic 12 year old boy engaged is never easy and she did a great job. We have brought some great memories back to the UK and are looking forward to coming back out to Istanbul again – this time I will have to bring my wife and daughter.

I will certainly recommend your Company to anyone coming out to Turkey. Thank you so much once again.

Please say hi to Bahadir and Mustafa, and tell them that although Baz and I are supporting Arsenal tomorrow night, we will think of them, and try not to cheer too loudly when we stuff Fenerbahce again!!

Best wishes,"

Sr. Charlie Simpson - Garnett & Simpson

Londres, REINO UNIDO

charlie@garnettandsimpson.co.uk

Octubre 2008

Mary & Jay Goldberg

New York, New York 

October 27, 2008

"Dear Hakan,

Jay and I just returned from our trip to Istanbul. Thank you so much for all your assistance in planning a terrific stay for us. I cannot say enough good things about the way you handed all the details of our stay.

Our guide and driver were fantastic. Apo was not only knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the details and history of all we saw, he had a warm manner and great sense of humor. The way Mustafa handled traffic was a sight to behold!! The itinerary you planned had the perfect mix of seeing all the more important sites in the city as well as getting to spend relaxed times in the markets, boating on the Bosporus and just sipping Turkish coffee at one of the many wonderful cafes. Your restaurant suggestions were wonderful and we are still talking about the breathtaking views from Ulus 29!!

From your warm greeting when we arrived until our departure we had a most perfect stay. We look forward to returning to Turkey to see more of your wonderful country.

Thank you once again.

Warm regards"

Sra. Mary Cirillo Goldberg
Sr. Jay Goldberg

Nueva York, NY, EE.UU.

MCirillo@hudsonptr.com

Octubre 2008

"Hi Hakan,

Our tour with Hatice was the very first tour we took when we arrived for our holiday, we went on many after that through several other countries in the two weeks that followed.

Your tour was absolutely the very best. Hatice was fantastic our tour group consisted of the 6 of us,  including our senior parents. She was very aware of insuring we all got to hear what she was saying while she safely guided us through some very crowded areas.   We all felt very comfortable with her and she made us feel very welcome…. She was THE BEST…….

You have a fantastic city……….

Mike, Deb, Dale, Paul and Bonnie and Lester (our 80 year old parents)"

Sr. James W. Bottoms, Jr., ACC, CSS - Liberty Travel

Bowie, MD, EE.UU.

bottomsj@libertytravel.com

Octubre 2008

The moment we arrived at the airport we were recieved in an excellent way and you personally accompanied us during the Bosphorus private cruise it was magnificant and out of this world.

Every minute detail was attended by you personally and the trip was most enjoyable. We all again thank you and wish you the best of success  and I am going to spread the word about you in Jordan.
 
   Sincerely Yours,"
    
    Professor Yousef Goussous MD

JORDANIA

ranoush18@hotmail.com

Octubre 2008

"Estimado Sr. Gurger:

Le agradezco las atenciones que hemos recibido durante nuestra visita a Estambul.

Todos los servicios que se nos brindaran fueron de óptima calidad, y en especial deseo felicitarlo por la profesionalidad y buena voluntad del guía que nos asignó Sr. Abdullah Yenice.

Cordialmente."

Sr. Nestor C. Ick

Santiago del Estero, ARGENTINA

nestorick@estudioick.com.ar

Octubre 2008

Rimouski, Québec, CANADÁ

valleecybele@hotmail.com

Septiembre 2008

Sra. Concepción Fuentes

Barcelona, ESPAÑA

cfuentes@ancoraaudiovisual.com

Septiembre 2008

"Hakan

It’s been a while and we can’t seem to stop talking about our experience in Turkey and it is mostly thanks to you and Apo’s marvellous atitude towards making sure we have a good time. We did, we want to go back, let there be no doubt about that!

Thanks, Thanks, Thanks!

We’ve passed the word along so that other visitors from our petite country contact you for their travel arrangements in Turkey!

Thanks!"

Sr. Carlos Guillermo León - Presidente, Grupo Financiero León

REPÚBLICA DOMINICANA

carlos.leon@leon.com.do

Agosto 2008

"COMENTARIOS SOBRE NUESTRA VISITA A ISTANBUL LOS DIAS 15/18 DE SETIEMBRE DE 2008

Matrimonios:  Latorre, Mas y Padrós

Hakan, gràcies per haver fet que el nostre viatge a Istanbul hagi respost a les expectatives que teníem i que, per tant, resultes especialment còmode i agradable.

En el nostre viatge hem trobat els serveis que ens havies ofert. Crec que és just  el reconèixer-ho, especialment quant no és freqüent que, en aquest tipus d’activitats,  coincideixi allò promès amb la realitat.

Repeteixo, gràcies per la vostra serietat i per haver-nos facilitat una estada que sens dubte recordarem durant molt de temps.

Salutacions cordials.

Hakan, gracias por haber hecho que nuestro viaje a Istanbul respondiera a nuestras expectativas y que, por tanto, resultara especialmente cómodo y agradable.

En nuestro viaje hemos hallado los servicios que nos habías ofrecido. Creo es justo reconocerlo, especialmente cuando no es frecuente que, en este tipo de actividades, coincidan lo prometido con la realidad.

Repito, gracias por vuestra seriedad y por habernos facilitado una estancia que sin duda recordaremos durante mucho tiempo.

Saludos cordiales,"

Barcelona, ESPAÑA

JPADROS@telefonica.net

Septiembre 2008

"Estimado Hakan,

Desde Madrid te escribimos para agradecerte los excelentes servicios prestados por vuestra parte.

Muchas gracias a Sanem por sus explicaciones de los preciosos monumentos de Estambul, de la historia y de la situación actual en Turquía, por sus recomendaciones de restaurantes ¡precioso y muy agradable el restaurante donde comimos! Y acertadísima en su sugerencia para visitar el barrio de Ortakoy ¡disfrutamos muchísimo de las vistas y el encanto de este barrio!

Sobretodo y muy especialmente agradecemos su paciencia, disposición, amabilidad y cercanía… guiar a un grupo de 12 mujeres no es fácil, y ella lo hizo de una forma muy profesional.

Muchas gracias también al conductor del minibus, no nos entendíamos, pero siempre nos recibía con una amplia sonrisa a pesar de las veces que le cambiamos horarios, itinerarios…

Y finalmente…darte la enhorabuena como representante de Guides of Istanbul, diferente al concepto tradicional de guía, con una atención muy personalizada y siempre acertada. Muchas gracias por tu asistencia en el crucero del Bósforo ¡fue todo un  placer el contar con tu compañía!

Y por último…¡os echamos de menos en El Reina a ti y a tus amigos!

¡Esperamos vernos de nuevo!

Las 12 mujeres de Madrid."

Sra. Mónica Trujillo

Madrid, ESPAÑA

Monica.Trujillo@TELINDUS.ES

Agosto 2008

Thank you very much for all of your help while we were in Istanbul; we had a lovely time. We never would have seen so many of the important sites and learned so much without your guide, Meltem (who was wonderful and a great person to spend two days with), and Mustafa, who took us from place to place. Your private tour is priceless - we did everything on our own schedule, asked as many questions as we wanted, and saw what we thought was most important.
 
We also appreciate how helpful you were every evening when we were making plans - we really wanted to not just see "tourist" Istanbul, but also experience the nightlife and local flavor (very important to New Yorkers!). Your recommendations were excellent and we had a lot of fun.
 
I have already forwarded your information to a friend who is planning to come to Turkey in October. We can't wait to come to back soon! When we do, we'll be sure to call you for dinner.
 
Best regards,"

Srna. Shireen Hilal
Sr. David Sarna - Editor, Time Out Israel

New York, NY, EE.UU.

princess_sgh@hotmail.com
David.Sarna@timeout.co.il

Agosto 2008

You and your assistants helped make it a smooth and enjoyable trip. From our arrival at the airport, to our private boat on the Bosphorus, to our custom tours which changed as the interests and energy of our group (especially our 2 young boys) changed, to our relaxing evenings spent in the wonderful restaurants you arranged, everything was lovely. 

You and your guides were extremely insightful, not only about the history, but about the people of Turkey today. We felt taken care of throughout our stay.
 
Hope to return again soon,"

Carla, Jack, Spencer & Zander Levy

Los Angeles, CA, EE.UU.

carla_j_buck@hotmail.com

Agosto 2008

His knowledge of history and his kind nature brought the city to life for us, and we truly had a fabulous time. Mustafa was a delight as was Baha, and we wish you much success in the future as you grow your company.

Thank you agaın for your fine service in your cıty.

Sıncerely," 

Sra. Susan Scalfi y Sr. Mark Anderson

Louisiana, EE.UU.

suscalfi@hotmail.com

Agosto 2008

Sr. Luis Marfil

ESPAÑA

lemarfil@gmail.com

Agosto 2008

"Dear Hakan,

We are now back in Dubai and I just wanted to write to thank you for the excellent service you provided our family during our time in Istanbul.

We so enjoyed our day with Meltem, who was absolutely lovely – friendly, intelligent and with excellent interesting knowledge – she was a perfect companion for us all, from my 10 year old son to my husband!  Engin, our driver, was also wonderful, and it was great to cross from one continent to another in the comfort and luxury of your spotless Mercedes!

We will most surely recommend your services to anyone we know travelling to Istanbul.

Many thanks.

Kind regards."

Sra. Tara Rogers - General Manager, d'pr

Dubai, EAU

tara@d-pr.ae

Julio 2008

Marisa Elias de Meljem

México D.F, MÉXICO

msmeljem@prodigy.net.mx

Julio 2008

My wife and I would like to thank you again for the excellent service and personal attention you provided while we were in Istanbul. Knowing that we had very little free time in Istanbul on our way to and from a business meeting elsewhere in Turkey, I knew we could not afford wasting time getting lost with a "do-it-yourself" tour of Istanbul. Luckily, I came across your website, and after several emails, decided your service was our best option.

The peace of mind knowing that once we landed we were being met by you or your people, and from that point forward in expert hands that included knowledge of the history, language, culture, sites and cuisine (oh yes, and the shopping) until we were back at the airport, was alone worth the price of your service.

You not only met but exceeded our expectations. Your vehicles were first class, as well as your drivers. The only time lost during our short visit was in Istanbul's famous traffic jams, but even then your folks came up with short cuts. With your help we were able to experience the most important sites in Istanbul and learn their history, enjoy some excellent restaurants, meet interesting and friendly natives, and be introduced to the most reputable merchants in less than three full days. Best of all, by the time we left Istanbul we felt we had made a new friend in Turkey, Hakan.

Since returning we have talked to several of our friends and acquaintances with plans to visit Istanbul in the near future, and each time we have strongly recommended they contact you if they want to make the most of their visit.

We look forward to our next chance to visit your beautiful city.

Best Regards,"

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Sr. Glenn E. Bilek - Vice President, Business Development, Daubert Chemical Company

Chicago, IL, EE.UU.

gebilek@hotmail.com

Julio 2008

"Hi Hakan, we just wanted to thank you so much for everything you did for us while we were in Istanbul.

Our experience with your company was excellent. When the airline lost my luggage you were so helpful to us in getting it back. The tour guide you provided was the best we ever had and the automobile and driver were spotless and a must have.

Again thank you for everything and we will definitely call you if we come to Turkey again.

 Please feel free to post our experience on your web site." 

Sra. Tina Lieberman

NJ, EE.UU.

tsilver@hudsonhp.com

Julio 2008

A few words to personally thank you and your staff, (David, our knowledgeable guide and Mustafa, our driver), for the wonderful time spent in Istanbul.

Certainly, this would not have been possible without your expertise, warm hospitality and friendliness. In three short days, we became good friends, not 'clients', as is the usual case.

We can assure you that the experience was a marvelous one, thus, we are sadly leaving for our homes in Puerto Rico with heartfelt desires to see you all again soon in your wonderful and historic city.

With our sincere appreciation,"

Dr. and Mrs. Enrique Vélez

kikevelez@aol.com

Mr. and Mrs. Israel Delgado

eldaahmarti@yahoo.com

San Juan, PUERTO RICO

Julio 2008

I can't say enough here, about how thorough, friendly + informative our guide, Abdullah, is. We booked the 4-day VIP II Tours. This is well worth the money. For three days we visited the ancient sites + learned about the history of Turkey. We also got to visit some of the places the locals go to in the evenings. Our children, ages 7 and 9, really enjoyed themselves.

The VIP II Tour also gets you one day with the owner, Hakan. A private boat cruise along the Bosphorus and a tour of Taksim Square and the Galata Tower.

Both Hakan and Abdullah are as if they are part of our family."

Jimmy, Monique, Anastacia + Plato Pappas

Houston, TX, EE.UU.

mopappas@swbell.net

Julio 2008

"Hi Hakan:

I am finally back in the U.S. after a lengthy trip (I had meetings in Lisbon and Nice after leaving Istanbul) and wanted to follow up with you. Thank you so very much for the wonderful tours, service and personal attention you provided for me and my family. We were all so very delighted with the entire experience which we will cherish for the rest of our lives. I know that my Dad was particularly excited about his experience, and in large part that goes to you and Abdullah for your superb service and friendship. I’m sorry we didn’t have a chance to say thank you in person or to see you on our last day, but I know you were extremely busy.

Istanbul is an amazing city and I was so excited to see and experience so much of it. I will definitely want to come back again, and also want to see more of Turkey. Should we have any clients looking for touring in Istanbul, I will of course recommend you highly and hope that I will have that opportunity one day.

Once again, thank you for everything – we will cherish our memories of a wonderful trip and wonderful people.

Kind regards,"

Sr. Peter Durbetaki - Owner, Uniglobe Fivestar Travel

Atlanta, GA, EE.UU.

peter@uniglobeatlanta.com

Junio 2008

"Querido Hakan:

Tanto Raquel como yo queremos darte las gracias por el excelente trato que hemos recibido durante nuestra corta estancia en Estambul, la cual recordaremos siempre. Tanto nuestro guía Apo como los conductores nos han tratado de manera extremadamente profesional y nos han hecho pasar unos días fantásticos e inolvidables.

Enhorabuena y hasta pronto,

Raquel y Pedro"

Sra. Raquel Montero
Sr. Pedro Carlos Llorente

Madrid, ESPAÑA

pllorente@elderecho.com

"Hakan:

 Everything was terrific. We couldn’t have asked for two better guys as our guide and driver. We saw the city, we saw the real restaurants, we learned the history, we were treated far better than we deserve (but enjoyed every bit of it). 

We’ll certainly recommend all of you in the future should any friends be coming to Turkey.

 Sincere thanks."

Sr. Jonathan Stevens
Sr. Steve Gunderson - President and CEO, Council on Foundations
Former Member of U.S. House of Representatives

Arlington, VA, EE.UU.

gunds@cof.org

Mayo 2008

Phoenix, AZ, EE.UU.

dj4442doc@cox.net

Mayo 2008   

"Hello Hakan,

"Hi Hakan,

Just want to tell you how pleased we were with your limo service in Istanbul. Our guide Selma was delightful! She was so informative and a pleasure to spend the day with. She took us everywhere we requested and more.  We had a great time and really enjoyed Istanbul. I will definitely recommend you to any friends who will be visiting your country.

Here is a picture Selma took of our group in Istanbul.

Sincerely,"

Sra. Diane Dias

Dallas, TX, EE.UU.

DIANEPET@aol.com

Mayo 2008

Ya hace tres dias que regresamos a nuestro pais, tras un viaje maravilloso. Luego de Turquia, fuimos a Jordania, Dubai y España.

Permitame decirle y felicitarle a la vez, pues aunque tuvimos un excelente servicio de transporte y guia en todos los paises visitados, el servicio brindado por ustedes fue el mas superior, esplendido y amigable. Tuvimos un guia excelente y, especialmente,  apreciamos mucho la personalizacion que da usted a los servicios brindados, pues su recepcion en el hotel nos dio mas confianza.

Nuestra recomendacion sera extendida a todos nuestros amigos que decidan visitar Turquia y, cuando decida hacer extensivo sus servicios a otros paises, por favor notifiquenoslo.

Con nuestro sinceros saludos y esperando volver a vernos en un futuro, les saluda"

 Carlos y Awilda Musa

San Pedro de Macoris, REPUBLICA DOMINICANA

awildademusa@yahoo.com

Mayo 2008

Sra. Estrella Valenciano

Madrid, ESPAÑA

evalenciano@pole.es

Mayo 2008

"Estimado Hakan,

Queremos expresarle nuestra gratitud por la maravillosa estancia de la que nos han hecho disfrutar en su ciudad.

Su profesionalidad, capacidad de organización, puntualidad, amabilidad y simpatía han hecho que disfrutáramos de un viaje que para nosotros será inolvidable.

De la mano de Jak, nuestro guía, hemos podido conocer una de las más bellas ciudades del mundo con todos sus contrastes, su cultura y sus costumbres. Sus amplios conocimientos, su cortesía y su exquisita educación nos han dado a conocer tantos aspectos de la misma ciudad que difícilmente hubiéramos podido adquirir si su presencia.

El tercer día que pasamos con usted fue el colofón perfecto para nuestra corta estancia en Estambul. Recordaremos con nostalgia el inigualable crucero por las aguas del Bósforo disfrutando de su compañía a la vez que degustábamos su preciado café turco, todo un recuerdo para los sentidos.

El trato recibido por su personal, chóferes y guía fue inmejorable.

Hemos vuelto a casa con la sensación de haber dejado en Estambul a dos amigos Hakan y Jak, y esperamos poder repetir esta experiencia tan enriquecedora en todos los aspectos. No sólo hemos conocido los monumentos de una gran ciudad, hemos conocido a sus habitantes, su cultura, su forma de entender la vida y su gastronomía. Jamás pensamos que en tan poco tiempo podríamos enamorarnos tan pronto de un lugar, Estambul, y esto es gracias a ustedes, buenos profesionales que con su saber hacer y estar han hecho de nuestra estancia algo difícil de olvidar.

Reciba un afectuoso saludo de sus amigos,"

 Dr. Juan Bonillo Bernet y Marina Ferrer

Valencia, ESPAÑA

marinaferrerm@telefonica.net

Mayo 2008

En nombre de mi familia y en el mio propio, muchas gracias por la eficacia, amabilidad y calidad de tus servicios.

Los conocimientos de Apo, nuestro guía, y su amabilidad han hecho que conozcamos el Estambul histórico y artístico, pero también la vida, rincones y comida típicas de la ciudad.

Por supuesto recomendaremos tus servicios a nuestros familiares y amigos.

Un abrazo."

Sr. Anselmo Contreras Nodal

Madrid, ESPAÑA

acontreras@anaya.es

Marzo 2008

Estamos muy agradecidos contigo, por haber logrado que nuestra visita a Estambul, que tan mal empezó terminara maravillosamente.

En verdad fue muy importante contar con tu apoyo.

Si alguna vez visitas México, no dudes en buscarnos, ya que será un privilegio tener la oportunidad a corresponder a todas tus atenciones.

Atentamente,"

Sra. Fernanda & Sr. Gerardo Molinar - Director, JIBDA Y Asociados

México D.F, MÉXICO

gerson@atajal.com

Abril 2008

I just wanted to thank you so much for making our trip to Istanbul one of the best trips abroad we have ever had. Each night when we came back to our hotel, my daughter would run into the room and say, "Mom, that was so much fun!" Our guide, Riza Yenice, was so knowledgeable. Not only did we see all the beautiful sites, I also felt we learned a great deal about Istanbul's history and culture.

Every detail of the trip was meticulously arranged, right down to dinner recommendations and reservations. Our driver Serkan was also top-notch. All we had to do was relax and enjoy ourselves!

I definitely plan to make a return trip, and I look forward to letting you show me some of Turkey's other treasures. In the meantime, I have beautiful pictures and lots of fond memories. Thank you again.

Warmest personal regards,

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Sra. Stacey Meyer

Forest Lake, MN, EE.UU.

stacey_meyer@admworld.com

Marzo 2008

"Querido Hakan

Hemos realizado un espléndido viaje, donde nos hemos sentido muy bien atendidos y guiados de forma extraordinaria. Te lo dice alguien que está habituado a viajar de forma muy privada y organizada.

Quiero destacar la amable puntualidad así como la perfecta y simpática corrección en todos los sentidos del amigo Serkan. La magnífica labor de Apo, nuestro guía, que con su extenso conocimiento logró hacernos un poco más cultos de forma amena y entretenida, arropando con su calidez y calidad humana una relación que sobrepasó en todos los aspectos las mas altas expectativas.

Por último agradecerte profundamente tu magnífica acogida y organización así como el fenomenal día que pasamos contigo, conociendo el Bósforo y el Estambul más actual y moderno.

Es relevante la medida en que la calidad de personas y servicios así como su coordinación afectan en el resultado de un viaje de vacaciones. En tu caso, Hakan, debo expresar mi más sincera gratitud. Lograste hacer de esta corta estancia una soberbia vivencia y un inolvidable recuerdo para toda mi familia. No hubo fallo alguno; como poquísimas veces, este viaje rozó la perfección.

Te lo agradecemos de corazón."

Sr. Roger Sangenis

Barcelona, ESPAÑA

RSangenis@gesisa.net

Marzo 2008

"Hakan Hi,

‘’Thank you for the hospitality you and your company provided myself and my family during our holiday in Istanbul. The service you provided was superlative.

Our guide Abdullah was extremely knowledgeable and gave us an accurate insight of the history in Istanbul and all the historic sights. My daughters are going to miss Abdullah as he constantly kept them entertained, my 6yr old Myah has already written a story about our visit and about Abdullah.

The vehicle was amazing I would say ‘proper luxury’ Serkan drove exceptionally well and safely.

You provided us with amazing memories that we will cherish for a very long time, and hopefully we will visit again very soon and enjoy your services once again.’’

Hope to see you in a couple of months to pick up the watches.

R’s"

Sr. Asad Adris and Family

Birmingham, R.U.

SAdris@mpb.co.uk

Marzo 2008

"Dear Mr. Gurger,

The whole family was very happy with our stay in Istanbul. Your services (bus, driver, organization) were just perfect. We never had any problem and everything went very smooth. You could not possibly do better. The traffic jams in your beautiful city are not your fault!!!

Mr. Tibet is a perfect guide, very patient in answering our hundreds of questions, loving his country and very interesting to discuss with. He knows the history of Turkey very well and is very ineresting in his explanations. We intend to visit Capadoce in the future and will then try to go there with Mr. Tibet.

Everytime we come to Turkey, we love this country and its people more and more. We only hope that it will not be unstabilized for political and religeous reasons and that it will very soon enter into the Eruopaen community.

Thank you again for all your kind help and we hope all of us, to meet you again very soon."

Evelyne and Fabien Wolfrath, Dominique, Philip, Laurence and Stéphanie

Neuchatel, SUIZA

wolfrath.richei@bluewin.ch

Marzo 2008

"Estimado Serhan:

La familia Piquero te estamos profundamente agradecidos porque has hecho de nuestro viaje a Turquía una experiencia inolvidable.

Gracias a ti hemos aprendido mucho acerca de un país fascinante. No te olvidaremos nunca.

Te enviamos una foto del grupo y reiteramos nuestro agradecimiento. Eres un gran profesional.

Un saludo muy afectuoso de todos nosotros."

Familia Piquero

Zaragoza, ESPAÑA

iamelagarcia@terra.es

Marzo 2008

"Hola Hakan,

Soy Montse Torá y te mando este correo desde Barcelona, no sé si te acordaras de mí pero por si acaso te doy más datos, contratamos vuestros servicios para un tour de un día por vuestra maravillosa ciudad el pasado verano, más concretamente el 31 Julio, éramos 5 personas que llegábamos a Estambul en el Gran Voyager y teníamos muy poco tiempo para visitar la ciudad, y tampoco sabíamos por donde empezar, al veros en Internet pensamos que nos podríais ayudar, y la verdad es que fue la mejor y más provechosa visita de todo el crucero, Hasan, el que fue nuestro guía fue fantástico y puso el listón muy alto a los demás guías que nos acompañaron durante los tour del crucero. Nos llevó casi exhaustos a ver la mayor cantidad de cosas bonitas que se pueden ver en Estambul, nos llevó a comer a un restaurante donde la comida era buenísima, y además tenía unas vistas espectaculares y nos cuidó mucho, especialmente a Ana una jovencita de 15 años con mucho peligro.

Bueno desde Barcelona un saludo de Angeles, Miguel, Ana, Marcos y mío y un recuerdo y un beso a Hasan de parte nuestra.

Volveremos a Turquía y volveremos a vernos, seguro."

Sra. Montse Torá

Barcelona, ESPAÑA

mtvi@telefonica.net

Marzo 2008

Madrid, ESPAÑA

Jose.Abad@warnerbros.com

Marzo 2008
 

Como se dice en nuestra tierra vusetros servicios fueron de "chapó".

Recibes un cordial saludo,"

Sr. José Luis Mora Ramirez
Mora y Asociados

Sevilla, ESPAÑA

morayasociados@telefonica.net

Marzo 2008

I would like to thank you very much for making my stay in Istanbul especially memorable. The tour guide you have provided me, Ms. Meltem, has been extraordinary. After spending 2 days with Meltem, I feel like we've been friends forever. She is just lovely and she made me feel so at ease the entire time.

I have had a chance to experience not only the wonderful sights but as well the history of Istanbul. I also had the pleasure of getting to know a little bit of the culture as well. My experience with your private tour has been the best I've had.

I must also mention that my transportation and its driver have been so comfortable. I apologize that I don't remember his name but I wanted to acknowledge him as well. He's been so patient and made my journey a pleasant one.

I hope to see you and your team soon.

Best Regards"

Sra. Tessa Yamut

Los Gatos, CA, EE.UU.

tessayamut@yahoo.com

Marzo 2008

Queremos manifestarte nuestra más sincera felicitación y agradecimiento por todos los servicios y atenciones recibidas durante nuestra estancia en esta ciudad los pasados 18 al 21 febrero 2008.

A su vez, nuestro reconocimiento para Abdullah Yenice, que nos ha acompañado en nuestras visitas, haciéndonos disfrutar de manera encantadora, con una magnífica y gran preparación y profesionalidad. Persona así, nos gustaría encontrar siempre en nuestros viajes.

Salud y bienestar para todos. Gracias."

Sr. Francisco Javier Mena Caballero

Sevilla, ESPAÑA

fmenac@terra.es

Marzo 2008

They brought 1500 years of compelling history and exotic architecture to life in the most intriguing manner.

It was great fun."

Sra. Darelyn Anderson Olsen
Sr. Gary Brown

New York, NY, EE.UU.

darelyn@mac.com
 

Thanks for everything. Whatever words I will use now is nothing for your hospitality and care. My trip to Turkey was historical for my life as I came to celebrate my 1st anniversary. Of course you made it more memorable, I will never forget the moments with you.

We got more than we spent. Really fantastic & really luxury.

Thanks again for everything."

Sra. Sarju J. Chauhan
Sr. Jayesh Chauhan

Dubai, EAU

uaegeneraltrading@gmail.com

defreeland@hotmail.com

Sin duda una ciudad unica que merece la pena descubrir y hacerlo ademas de la mano de un buen guia como en nuestro caso fue Zeynep, el servicio de chofer con un van Mercedes es muy recomendable y funciono siempre puntual y amable.

Como sabes el Hotel Kempinsky es fantastico ademas de estar situado en un entorno privilegiado. Nos encanto el Bosforo y el Cuerno de Oro.

Los restaurantes que nos recomendaste resultaron agradables, aunque es una de las partes del servicio que se puede mejorar ampliando un poco la seleccion e informando un poco mas del tipo de cocina, entorno, nivel de precio etc.

De nuevo Hakan gracias por tu amabilidad y sin duda recomendaremos vuestros a servicios a nuestros amigos que visiten Turquia.

Un abrazo."

Sra. Mirari Vitorica
Sr. Jose Antonio Alday

Madrid, ESPAÑA

YOSEBAALDAY@terra.es
 

"Estimado Hakan: 

Después de nuestro viaje a Estambul, no dejamos mi mujer y yo de recordar los inolvidables días que hemos pasado allí. La ciudad es impresionante, sus gentes, los lugares, …pero el como hemos conocido la ciudad es la que más nos ha marcado. Nuestra experiencia ha sido extraordinaria.

Vuestros servicios no sólo nos han permitido ver la ciudad y sus rincones,  aprender de  las costumbres, conocer con detalle la historia, sino que lo más importante para nosotros ha sido contar con profesionales como vosotros que han hecho que nuestra estancia sea mágica.

Muchas gracias por vuestra simpatía, profesionalidad y empeño en lograr que turistas como nosotros se lleven el mejor recuerdo de una ciudad tan apasionante como Estambul.

Volveremos, eso puedes contar con ello.

Un fuerte abrazo para ti y todo tu equipo."

Sr. Francisco Cabrera - Managing Director, G2 Marketing Intelligence

Madrid, ESPAÑA

paco.cabrera@g2.com

"Dear Hakan:

Just a quick note to let you know how much we benefited from your services. The guides and drivers you arranged for our group of 6 in Ephesus and Istanbul were outstanding and helped make our trip special. They really knew their stuff.

We especially enjoyed the day we got to spend with you and see the other side/the non tourist side of Istanbul. Great insight into the world of today!

Thanks again for your assistance.

And don’t forget, when you go back to Northwestern for a class reunion, come and visit us in St. Louis."

Sr. Lon Zimmerman

St. Louis, MO, EE.UU.

lonzimm@aol.com

"Hi Hakan

Thank you again for providing us with exceptional personalised and thoughtful service. Thank you also for providing a wonderful guide, Meltem was VERY good.

Regards"

Sra. Denise Carl
Sr. David Carl

AUSTRALIA

dhcarl@connexus.net.au

"Our 2 days with Hakan were wonderful. His knowledge + expertise not only about Istanbul but also Turkey and the world as it relates to Turkey is exceptional. He made our stay quite memorable."

Sra. Ellen Pearsall
Sr. Philip Pearsall

Pinehurst, NC, EE.UU.

Coral Gables, FL, EE.UU.

cvperezsr@comcast.net

"On our recent European trip we had five guides. You were far and away the best. When we first met you the first thing my wife said to me after we had a minute alone was; "he really does speak American English". Some of the things we loved about you as a guide were: your extraordinary knowledge of Istanbul and all of its buildings and history, you showed us a huge variety of life in Istanbul, you went at our pace slowing down when we needed to. Within a couple of hours we felt like we were friends and by the end of the day and a half it felt like you were our son. 

We laughed we talked and we ate together, this is what friendship and family are about. When my wife got tired you immediately found us a place to sit and eat. And the places you took us would be favorite restaurants if they were in Los Angeles. I just opened a box of Divan chocolates and think of you every time I eat one. Experiencing the people the culture and the food of Istanbul is a treasure that I will savor all of my life.

In addition to being the best guide we had you weren'teven the most expensive! I highly recommend it to anybody looking for a guide in Istanbul. If they live in the United States tell them to call me at 800-995-1426 and I would be happy to share with them our experience with you.

Sincerely,"

Sr. Jim Brown, MBA

Sra. Kay Sabin - Kay Sabin Travel
Sr. Mike Sabin

ske340@comcast.net

Hillsboro, OR, EE.UU.

"Dear Hakan,

What wonderful memories we have of your beautiful city of Istanbul. We shall always remember your hospitality, knowledge of historical Turkey and appreciation of the arts. Your driving skills are superb! Lastly, our discussions with you made us feel so very welcome. We hope to see you again. Best of luck to you."

Robert A. Fredricks - Consultant, Ferguson Electric
Sylvia Fredricks

Buffalo, NY, EE.UU.

"Our 2 days with Hakan were wonderful. His knowledge + expertise not only about Istanbul but also Turkey and the world as it relates to Turkey is exceptional. He made our stay quite memorable."

Philip Pearsall
Ellen Pearsall

Pinehurst, NC, EE.UU.

"Apreciado Hakan:

Queremos agradecer tus servicios en nuestra primera visita a Istanbul. Tus conocimientos sobre la historia y costumbres de la ciudad nos sirvieron para integrarnos en la vida ciudadana.

No dudes que nuestros amigos y conocidos tendrán nuestra recomendación sobre tus servicios si visitan la ciudad.

Un abrazo."

Salustià Binefa
Inma Chueca

Barcelona, ESPAÑA

"Gracias HAKAN

Tu buena disposición y amabilidad nos hizo pasar un día estupendo y sobre todo diferente.

Un saludo de Santander."

Jose R. Saiz
Pilar Martinez

Santander, ESPAÑA

"We would like to express our deep appreciation for the tour guide services provided by Hakan Gurger in Istanbul, Turkey.

Hakan was very amicable and accomodated our suggestions with a fine itinerary that included a scholarly integration of the history of ancient and modern Turkey.

He was extremely pleasant, had fluency in English, a wonderful contageous sense of humor that added to our two day tour.

With his assistance we were able to see what we wanted as he took our suggestions and together with his knowledge of Istanbul built a two day tour to fit our time and agenda.

We would most highly recommend Hakan to others who want a knowledgeable and pleasant guide for one, two, or more days."

Tim Shine
Bob Januska

Burlington, CT, EE.UU.

"My husband and I spent two wonderful days getting to know Hakan and his Istanbul. His historical and cultural knowledge was shared with passion. His command of the English language (and several others) was masterful. Hakan, thank you and good luck with your endeavours."

Lesley Spiegel - Synergy Events
Tim Spiegel

Kelowna BC, CANADÁ

"Estimado Hakan Gurger, queremos agradecerte tus servicios como guía de esta tu ciudad, y sobre todo la amabilidad y dedicación con las que lo has llevado a cabo.

Ten por seguro que hablaremos de ti a nuestros conocidos y amigos. Cuente con nosotros di decides venir a España.

Un afectuoso saludo,"

Victoria Fluiters - Funcionaria
Carmen Cardesa - Enfermera
Luis de Navascués - Médico
Luis Calavia - Abogado

Madrid - Huesca, ESPAÑA

"Dear Hakan,

Thank you so much for the wonderful 2 days in Istanbul with you as our guide. Your outstanding knowledge of the history and culture of Turkey made our visit extremely interesting and educational. Karen and I also appreciate your youthful enthusiasm and love of life, and bringing our 2 daughters an appreciation of modern Turkey.

With sincere appreciation,"

Karen Lohss
Averi Lohss
Cori Lohss
Mark Lohss - President, Applied Visions, LLC

Chicago, IL, EE.UU.

"Dear Hakan,

In spite of having seen everything on previous trips to Istanbul, our decision to hire you to guide us was the best decision we could have made.

Your knowledge of the history, religions, and layout of the city was fabulous - and your sense of humor was icing on the cake.

When we return to Istanbul, and I expect we will, we will certainly contact you to help us explore other treasures in the most historic of cities.

Thanks!"

Bette Joram - Psychotherapist
Frank Whetten, PhD - Wireless Systems Architect, The Boeing Company

Seattle, WA, EE.UU.

"Estimado Hakan,

Fue un placer conocerte y un enorme gusto conocer Istambul contigo.

Tus conocimientos fueron enriquecedores para nuestra experiencia, los lugares que visitamos tuvieron la combinación exacta entre lo tradicional turístico y lo poco visitado, que permite acercarnos más a un Istambul distinto.

Te extendemos la invitación para que nos visites en México.

Muchas gracias"

Victoria Márquez - Gerente Implementación de Imagen, Banco Azteca
Enrique García de León - Gerente Dinero Express, Grupo Elektra

México, D.F., MÉXICO

"Dear Hakan:

We would like to thank you for showing us your city. The two days of cultural touring left us very appreciative of the depth of Istanbul's history.

We appreciated the lovely restaurants you recommended, and your overall passion and enthusiasm.

Having you drive us around the entire city allowed us to see much more than we would have accomplished alone. Thank you for being a safe and careful driver.

It was great fun and we thank you for your energetic effort. We learned a lot, we ate a lot and we felt very secure in your care.

Sincerely yours,"

Pamela Pinter - President, Big Apple Customs Brokers
Rita Slavin

New York, NY, EE.UU.

"A LA ATENCION DE D. HAKAN GURGER:

La decisión de coger como guía al Sr. Hakan fue un acierto total. Cogimos un guía y hemos dejado un amigo.

Gracias a los conocimientos de Historia y de la ciudad de Estambul que Hakan tiene, hemos podido ver todo aquello que nos habíamos propuesto y disfrutar al mismo tiempo de los rincones y de las comidas más típicas de la ciudad.

Gracias Hakan, te recomendaremos a nuestros mejores amigos."

Francisca Martínez
Alberto Torres Martínez - Administrador Principal, Grupo Goldfinger

Valencia, ESPAÑA

"Vogliamo complimentarci con Hakan Gurger per la professionalità, puntualità e serietà che abbiamo sperimentato durante la nostra permenanza in Istanbul.

Lo consigliamo a chi volesse visitare questa meravigliosa città."

Dr.ssa Federica Gozzini - Medico Chirurgo Odontoiatra -
Brescia
Dr. Bruno Faini - Medico Chirurgo Odontoiatra - Brescia
Dr. Mario Riccardi - Medico Chirurgo Odontoiatra - Bergamo
Eduardo Rossi - Osteopata DO mro(i) - Parma

ITALIA


 

"El día de hoy tuvimos como guía al SR: Hakan Gurger, fue una experiencia enriquecedora para nuestro viaje en Turquía, esperamos regresar algún día y poder contar en su compañía.

Gracias por su tiempo y conocimientos que dijó a nosotros. Regresamos a Colombia muy contentos de nuestro viaje."

Dr. Francisco Javier Gaitán Quiñones - Dermatología, Cirugía Estética
y
Familia

Bogotá, COLOMBIA


 

"Dear Hakan,

We would like to sincerely thank you for the excellent service you provided during our first visit to Istanbul.

Your detailed knowledge of the city and its various cultural sites is superb. Given your efficient planning, we were not only able to visit the usual sites, but also were able to experience the local offerings that we may have missed (especially the delicious local cuisine!!)

Even prior to our arrival, your attention to detail and service via email was most appreciated.

We look forward to visiting this beautiful and rich city again; hopefully with our children and with you again as our guide.

Thank you again for the memorable visit to Turkey!!

With warmest regards,"

Robyn H. Stern - The Manhattan Mortgage Company
Peter S. Stern - Principal, Nürnberger Wach- und Schließgesellschaft mbh

Chappaqua, NY, EE.UU.


 

"Listen up, fellow citizens! Multiply your experience in one of the most intriguing cities in the world. Hire Hakan Gurger; he was punctual, his manners courtly, and his humor delightful. Hakan has perfect idiomatic American English, and knew the current NFL standings and the UNC basketball bench better than I. He also ordered the perfect lunch.

He may be an Osmani prince. Of course he knows details about the various sites, but complements these facts with the political and social under-story. His pride in Istanbul, its people, and its future is infectious. He and I talked politics at lunch; he gave my grown sons an audio tour of contemporary Turkish rock and roll during the drive.

All in all, it was a perfect day."

Gregory J. Mincey, MD - Carolina Eye Associates
Jody, Patrick and Drew Mincey

Pinehurst, North Carolina, EE.UU.


 

"Dear Hakan:

Allow us to thank you for making our trip to Istanbul truly memorable. Our visit to your beautiful city was very special due to your special talents as a tour guide; and your love of, and passion for, Istanbul was evident throughout our four day stay.

Istanbul is truly a vibrant world-class city, and our experience was enhanced by international perspectives - from historical sites to memorable dining events.

We look forward to you being our escort on future visits."

David A. Smith - Managing Director, Red Oak Consulting
Judy Smith

Buffalo, NY, EE.UU.



"Dear Hakan:

Thank you again for the lifetime of memories you provided during our brief visit to your wonderful city. We tell everyone what a great, cosmopolitan city Istanbul is, and that the only way to fully appreciate its varied sides is by utilizing the services of your guides of Istanbul.

Best wishes and please keep in touch when your busy schedule permits.

Thank you again for being a most gracious host. You are the best ambassador that Turkey could ever hope for."
 

"Mia moglie ed io abbiamo deciso di trascorrere 3 giorni a Istanbul pensando ad una guida che fosse in grado di farci conoscere il più possibile della città in così pochi giorni. Ci siamo rivolti a Hakan Gurger trovando una guida ideale.

Cortese, colto, intelligente, profondo conoscitore della città e del suo paese e attento osservatore dell'esigenze dei suoi ospiti.

Veramente impeccabile!"

Avv. Andrea Musenga - Studio Legale Musenga

Roma, ITALIA

"Dear Hakan, Thank you for all your efforts to make our two days in Istanbul absolutely great. We would like to tell you that we enjoyed it very much and it is our pleasure to recommend you as private tour guide to everybody.

Also, you speak very good French :) As we told you before, you should definitely make your site in French and advertise your company in France.

Merci beaucoup et au revoir!"

Dominique, Val et Claire

Paris, FRANCIA

 

"Dear Hakan,

Today marked the culmination of our four day visit to your beautiful city of Istanbul.

Thanks to your professional guidance and companionship, we had very concentrated doses of informative history, sociology, culture, religion and ethnic exposure; but above all, it was your pleasant personality, patience and your utmost desire to please your clients, that made our visit such a special and memorable one.

We leave Istanbul with a sense of sorrow that time was too short to cover the vast wealth of heritage but with the reassurance that we have you a friend for life.

Hakan, thanks for making our stay a pleasant and educational one; we look forward to many future visits with your company of course.

Regards"

Hussain Redha - General Manager, The Bahrain Petroleum Company (BAPCO)
+
Redha Family

Awali, BAHRAIN


 

"Esperabamos encontrarnos una ciudad oriental, del Este y la primera sorpresa fue HAKAN, que como su ciudad es amable, hospitalario, vital y cosmopolita.

En las visitas que realizamos juntos durante tres días nos fue descubriendo la diversidad de ciudades dentro de la impactante Estambul.

HAKAN conoce muy bien y ama la historia de su país y esto transmite en cada coversación, no es un guía convencional. Resultó un viaje perfecto en gran medida gracias a él.

Muchas gracias y görüşmek üzere,"

Antonio Negrin Diaz - Urologo
Antonieta

Tenerife, Canarias, ESPAÑA


 

"We've had four wonderful days with Hakan as our guide and he helped us enjoy the city and its beautiful mosques, churches, palaces, markets and all other monuments. Besides providing all kinds of necessary information about the city and its history, Hakan was able to comprehend our unique preferences and make suggestions accordingly. From the restaurants and events he picked for us to the daily plans, we can easily say that, even if we had known the city, the culture and the language extremely well, we could not have prepared a better four-day trip to Istanbul for ourselves.

Moreover, a few points worth mentioning are: Hakan was always right on time to pick us up from our hotel. He was always very polite calling us Mr. and Mrs. throughout the four days.

We should also add that Istanbul is probably one of the most outstanding cities in the world and we recommend everyone planning a visit to this wonderful city to contact Hakan and let him take you through the wonders of the city."

Robert & Christine Barry

New York, NY, EE.UU.

 

"Dear Hakan, thank you for everything.. Our tour with you was wonderful and we enjoyed it very much. We got to see many parts of Istanbul we would not have been able to see ourselves without your suggestions. The Bosphorus is breathtaking but my favorite would have to be the Cafe Pierre Loti. And the Dolmabahce Palace is simply unbelieveable. Well, anyway.. Thanks so much again.."

Jason & Marianne Arnold

Sydney, AUSTRALIA

 

"Hakan, thank you very much for a great and interesting tour of Istanbul. Alan and I both really enjoyed our time with you. You are the best tour guide in Istanbul. When you find out the reason for the holes in the obelisque, please email me. Sincerely.."

Alan & Dawn Powlan Levinson

Sausalito, CA, EE.UU.

 
 

"Istanbul was simply great and we are already making plans to visit it again soon. Hakan must be the best guide in the city; extremely well informed, always charming and resourceful. Many thanks..."

Meredith & Justine

Londres, INGLATERRA

 

"My day with Hakan in Istanbul was superb. He was waiting there for me at the airport and from there he did all the work, I didn't have to think at all. It was one of the most relaxing days I have had in a long time.

Hakan was willing to pace his tour of Istanbul to suit me. He is enthusiastic and passionate about Istanbul and this comes through in his detailed knowledge about the history, religious influences and politics of Istanbul. He is willing to tackle any subject you desire to talk about.

I felt safe and relaxed with him as my tour guide and would happily recommend him to anyone who wants an enthusiastic energetic guide of Istanbul."

Jennifer Grocott

AUSTRALIA