All About the Bosphorus

Tonguç's guide to the Bosphorus contains new information and research, from its places of worship to its palaces, museums, and waterfront mansions.

Doğan Hizlan

Saffet is a decibel wizard. He is the person who best knows the art of what decibel and what tone of voice should be used to describe a place, nature, or history to a person. Saffet is a painter of details. He is the person who knows and shows that the beauty of this earthly paradise is hidden in the details. Saffet is a psychiatrist of the heart, a storyteller of modern times. Saffet is not a guide, but a traveling companion. To travel a place with him is to walk arm in arm with Marco Polo.

Ertuğrul Özkök

Saffet Emre Tonguç is a magnificent teacher, both a gentleman of Istanbul and a voluntary ambassador of the city. He is a storyteller who knows how precious history is. While filming the Turkey episodes of my Dr. Oz show, which aired in more than 100 countries, he took me through the tunnels of history from Göbeklitepe to Ephesus, from the Şerefiye Cistern to Hagia Sophia. He is the 21st-century representative of the 1001 Arabian Nights. I happily get lost in the pages of his books...

Dr. Mehmet Öz

There is no one like him. The most traveled, most published, most awarded, most recognized, and hardest working guide... He is no longer called a 'guide'! He is an Istanbul, he is a Turkey expert. Saffet is a wonderfully amazing man. He has a strong education and background behind him. First, he goes to Şişli Terakki, then to Boğaziçi. In five years, he finishes three departments: tourism, political science and international relations, and history. He is very knowledgeable but never overwhelms people with his knowledge. And he is very entertaining. He is a 10 out of 10! It's no wonder that he guides all the famous foreigners who come to Turkey. But if you think it's easy to be Saffet Emre Tonguç, you're mistaken! He really works like crazy...

Ayşe Arman

A wise traveler, a discoverer of forgotten stories, a cheerful, kind person... If you are describing that path, it is a special pleasure to travel that path... I have known Saffet for many years; we have hosted many guests together. He told stories, and we listened. He is a valuable brand with significant contributions to the promotion of Turkey. With his knowledge, education, politeness, chivalry, empathy, and positivity, he is a modern person and an exemplary gentleman...

Demet Sabancı Çetindoğan

Turkey's cultural ambassador... With his world-class knowledge, manners, communication skills, dedication, and chivalry, he is one of our country's leading assets. I consider myself very fortunate to have Saffet in my life, who so beautifully blends friendship, helpfulness, and professionalism.

Leyla Alaton