Born in Turkey, Ali Süreyya began a remarkable journey that would shape his future as one of Istanbul's most experienced tour guides.

His Turkish heritage provided a strong cultural foundation, while his early passion for tourism and guiding became evident from a young age.

Graduated from prestigious Galatasaray High School, one of Turkey's most respected educational institutions, which provided him with excellent multilingual capabilities and deep cultural understanding.

Even before graduation, he obtained his official guide license from the Ministry of Tourism and entered the tourism sector, marking the beginning of his professional guiding career.

With 29+ years of professional guiding experience, Ali Süreyya has guided guests from all over the world, helping them discover Istanbul's unique cross-continental culture.

He has become an expert in handling unexpected tour situations and serves as a cultural bridge between East and West, providing authentic local experiences that go beyond typical tourist attractions.

Today, Ali Süreyya offers customized private tours that go beyond museums and history, focusing on local people's lives and authentic experiences that provide genuine insight into Istanbul's culture.

As an A-Class Tourism Agency (Licence nr.14941) and member of the Union of Tourist Guide Chambers, all tours are guaranteed and fully compliant with Ministry of Culture and Tourism regulations.