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Sophie Ransom
Reviewed March 2026
Discover Istanbul
It was very good. A nice small group of likeminded people. Some wonderful museums and palaces to see. We stopped off at a mixture of good restaurants along the way and in the evenings. And there were some fun experiences at the Grand Bazaar and the spice market.
Most Inspirational Moment
Probably the Basilica Cistern, the harem of the Hagia Sophia (I think the harem was there). Melissa was particularly knowledgeable on all the historical facts about the harem and the 'black' and 'white' slaves/guards who looked after the Sultan and his family and the wider royal family. Also the different displays of amazing china, clothes and gold on the second day of going round museums was amazing.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Melissa was really good. She was smiley, upbeat, a good communicator and really knowledgeable about each sight that we went to and about the markets etc... She was also very good at talking about the history of each museum/palace in a way that we could take it in. She was also good at pointing out coffee shops or restaurants that we could go to in the evenings and have a good experience there. It all added up to making it a very good break.
Paula Evans
Reviewed March 2026
Discover Istanbul
Great trip. Interesting, fantastic guide. Hotel really nice and in a great location.
Most Inspirational Moment
The basilica cisterns were great and the Dolmabache palace was very interesting. Also Melissa the guide who really knew her stuff and was very good at answering all our questions.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Melissa was great. Very helpful and knowledgeable. Giving us recommendations and directions for our free time.
Loretta Brooks
Reviewed February 2026
Discover Istanbul
Enjoyed a busy few days in Istanbul, seeing the highlights with a great guide. The trip was exactly what I had been looking for.
Most Inspirational Moment
Basilica cistern and Topkapi Palace, and walking around the streets where locals were eating out and trying the food.
Thoughts on Group Leader
I could not fault her, she was excellent in every way.
Michele Miele
Reviewed February 2026
Discover Istanbul
Trip itinerary really covered all the highlights. Melissa, our guide, was EXCELLENT! She was very informative, enthusiastic, and patient.
Most Inspirational Moment
Basilica cistern. Visiting different mosques really helped me to understand the history of the Ottoman Empire and more fully appreciate the Muslim religion. We were a really tight group, and everyone helped each other.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Best trip leader I ever had! She even went out of her way to help me celebrate my birthday with the group. She also tried to teach us some Turkish and shared her recipes with us. I truly hope you will use her again and again for all your Istanbul/Turkey trips.
Martin Brooks
Reviewed February 2026
Discover Istanbul
Lovely short break to an interesting City with centuries of history. Excellent organisation prior to the trip and very good short break. The guide was exceptional.
Most Inspirational Moment
The visits to the mosques and underground water storage bulidings. Learning about the Roman and Ottoman empires.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Melissa was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable about Turkey and the history over centuries She was well organised and arranged everything on public transport and the boat trip as well as entrance to buildings. Her English was excellent.
