Rug Shopping with Expert, Grand Bazaar; Private Tour
Overview
What sets my tour apart is the expert rug shopping guidance that goes far beyond a typical bazaar visit. As a licensed tour operator, seasoned guide, and author of “All You Need to Know Before Buying Oriental Rugs,” I help serious buyers navigate Istanbul’s rug market with clarity and confidence. My deep expertise and strong relationships with reputable dealers and wholesalers allow me to offer a professional, insider shopping experience. I guide you through evaluating quality, understanding craftsmanship, comparing styles, and securing the best value—while helping you avoid common tourist traps.
This is an expert-led, personalized rug shopping service tailored to your taste, style, and budget, ideal for travelers who want authenticity and a trusted professional by their side.
Please note: This is not an educational tour—it is for serious rug shoppers only.
You can explore guest experiences on my City Balloon Tours page, “Ali’s Protravel & Tours,” featuring 277 five-star reviews.
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
1001 Direk Mah
Binbirdirek, Divan Yolu Cd. No:15, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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4 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-14714P17
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
- Professional guide.
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 20..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Rug Shopping with Expert, Grand Bazaar; Private Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rug Shopping with Expert, Grand Bazaar; Private Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
