we were recommended to take a private tour with Metin in December 2014. We came from Australia and were pleasantly surprised with Metin' s knowledge, politeness and friendliness! We had our 11 yo daughter with us and Metin got even her interest talking about historical and modern Istambul. When it came down to shopping Metin pleasantly surprised us with places unbeatable by price and quality! I would definitely recommend Metin for anyone who was to have a memorable time in Istanbul and learn the history at the same time!