Enjoy the charm of Grand Bazaar in Istanbul with the company of a small group tour and a local expert guide. Start your walk on one of the high streets to get a feel of the atmosphere of a covered market that goes back to 15th Century. Learn about the Ottoman Empire and the local way of life today walking through a maze of 4000 shops, 66 streets, 14 inns and 11 gates. Navigate your way through the busy and winding backstreets of the bazaar with your local guide. Delve into the treasure trove of Turkish artisan crafts. Go beyond the standard carpet showrooms and put your hands on vintage and rare pieces available for small group tours. Relax on richly decorated bedspreads, suzani and Ottoman caftans in silk, cotton and velvet. Visit some of the more curious corners of the bazaar, such as the money market, a dark passage where illegal but tolerated currency trading takes place between the vendors.  Enjoy a cup of tea overlooking the bazaar as you learn about the its infrastructure. Feel comfortable getting the price right which can be particularly frustrating, and learn why Turkish merchants expect you to bargain.