Our Story
Istanbul, Shown the Way We Love It
We started Off The Beaten Path for a simple reason: the Istanbul we love is rarely the one on the standard tour.
It is the backstreet bakery, the quiet courtyard, the viewpoint at the right hour, the story your guide tells while the crowds are somewhere else. So we built a private tour company around exactly that — local guides, custom itineraries, and the freedom to explore the city on your own terms.
Every tour is fully private and entirely tailor-made. There are no fixed routes, no forced shopping stops, and no hidden costs — just a written itinerary agreed in advance and a day shaped around you.
What We Stand For
Our Promise
Licensed & Trusted
A registered Turkish travel agency, TURSAB No. 12755, with fully licensed local guides.
Always Private
Only ever your group — your guide, your pace, your interests at the centre of the day.
Honest Pricing
Clear, all-in quotes agreed before you travel. No commissions, no surprises.
Local Expertise
Guides who live here, love the city, and know the corners worth the detour.
Seamless Logistics
Tickets, timing and reservations handled for you, so your days flow effortlessly.
Travel That Gives Back
We plant trees with the TEMA Foundation for every booking we welcome.
Begin the Journey
Let's Plan Your Istanbul
Have a question, or ready to start? We would love to hear what you are dreaming of.