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Istanbul: Mystical and Dragons Tour
About the tour
Discover Istanbul’s west side as you’ve never seen it before—a city where ancient mysteries, powerful symbols, and lost legends come alive beneath your feet. Our Mystical West Side Walking Tour is more than a stroll through iconic sites; it’s a deep dive into the city’s secret currents, where dragons, double-headed eagles, Knights Templar, Sufi mystics, and the Holy Grail have all left their mark.
What you will see
- The beating heart of the City for hundreds of years
- See how religion shaped trade!
- Discover ley lines, dragons, and the city’s energy as a bridge between continents.
- Built to commemorate the founding of Constantinople as the new Roman capital.
- Birth of the West, Holy Grail legends, collapse and rebirth of empires
- A connection to ancient greeks, Victory and symbolic power and wisdom of serpents.
- One of the most ancient artefacts in the city is Egyptian.
- The symbolic center of the ancient world, where Istanbul’s role as a meeting point of empires is palpable..
- See dragon and double-headed eagle motifs and their influence on Western symbols.
- Descend into the city’s watery underworld, reflecting on hidden currents and feminine mysteries
- Walk through Ottoman mansions and gardens, sites of imperial transformation
Grand Bazaar (Kapalıçarşı)
Beyazıt, Fatih
34126 Istanbul, Türkiye
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What Our Customers Are Saying
- Take a walk in the mystical London If you're into the mysterious or just want to see a deeper side of London, this tour is perfect. Arjun is an awesome guide — super knowledgeable and easy to talk to. We learned about ley lines, ancient history, and even astrology in the city. Eye-opening in the best way.
Maria4/05/2025Where the worldly meets the spiritual I fully enjoyed this well-thought tour. Arjun is a very knowledgeable, friendly and passionate guide who will take you into an esoteric journey through the tangible and the untangible, managing to connect Gods, traditions, money... And so much more!
Defenitely not your typical tour, but one which will surely stick with... More reviewsI fully enjoyed this well-thought tour. Arjun is a very knowledgeable, friendly and passionate guide who will take you into an esoteric journey through the tangible and the untangible, managing to connect Gods, traditions, money... And so much more!
Defenitely not your typical tour, but one which will surely stick with you. Highly recommended. read less Oscar Vidal7/21/2026City of London Mythology tour - very interesting This is a great tour if you’re looking for something a bit different. Full of iconography, our guide was very knowledgeable and gave us lots of interesting facts & perspectives on history & the events that makes London City what it is today. We went on a Sunday, two stops... More reviewsThis is a great tour if you’re looking for something a bit different. Full of iconography, our guide was very knowledgeable and gave us lots of interesting facts & perspectives on history & the events that makes London City what it is today. We went on a Sunday, two stops on the journey were closed but this was made up in extra time at other sites and images provided of the closed venues. Overall, very enjoyable! read less Julie4/23/2024 - Mystical London. Mystical London. Excellent and very interesting tour that fits its descriptive, with an amazing and erudite guide! We had fascinating, deep and multi-layered conversations around the exploration of what is hidden in plain sight. I am very much looking forward for Arjun to create his next tour and continue to... More reviewsMystical London. Excellent and very interesting tour that fits its descriptive, with an amazing and erudite guide! We had fascinating, deep and multi-layered conversations around the exploration of what is hidden in plain sight. I am very much looking forward for Arjun to create his next tour and continue to discover London that way! read less Sandra B10/01/2023Dragon tour City of London. Dragon tour City of London. Arjun was a brilliant guide. He is very knowledgeable about the subjects he talks about throughout the tour, which centres around the spiritual connections behind much of the symbolism and iconography throughout the architecture and landmarks within the City. I really appreciated that although he... More reviewsDragon tour City of London. Arjun was a brilliant guide. He is very knowledgeable about the subjects he talks about throughout the tour, which centres around the spiritual connections behind much of the symbolism and iconography throughout the architecture and landmarks within the City. I really appreciated that although he had much knowledge to share, he also intuitively allowed us the space to contemplate the spaces and topics for ourselves during moments in between, and did not try to cram too much in and nothing felt forced. The pace was easy to follow and very easy to walk. read less Alice6/01/2025Well planned. Recommend it Arjun is a fantastic guide that needs more recognition! He is truely passionate and is generous with his time and knowledge. This is the perfect tour for those who are interested in the entwinement of history, religion and mysticism ~ topics that you will be hard pressed to find on... More reviewsArjun is a fantastic guide that needs more recognition! He is truely passionate and is generous with his time and knowledge. This is the perfect tour for those who are interested in the entwinement of history, religion and mysticism ~ topics that you will be hard pressed to find on any other tour of london. You will not regret booking this amazing guide for your trip in London. read less Tara7/24/2024
- This was a great walking tour of hidden... This was a great walking tour of hidden and ancient sites within the City of London. Highlights included the London Stone, Mithraeum and the Inner Temple of the Knights Templar. I'm grateful to Arjun for his interest in the stories that lay beneath the surface and his ability to share... More reviewsThis was a great walking tour of hidden and ancient sites within the City of London. Highlights included the London Stone, Mithraeum and the Inner Temple of the Knights Templar. I'm grateful to Arjun for his interest in the stories that lay beneath the surface and his ability to share his knowledge. On his recommendation my wife and I returned to the cafe below the St. Mary Le-Bow church and enjoyed a very nice lunch in the crypt. read less Robert2/01/2026Wiltshire stone circles. Wiltshire stone circles. I feel frankly blessed to have crossed paths with Arjun of Dragon Lore Tours. I was looking for an experience of the Wiltshire stone circles that went beyond the usual tourist-style visits. I found that and far more from Arjun, who is not only learned and well... More reviewsWiltshire stone circles. I feel frankly blessed to have crossed paths with Arjun of Dragon Lore Tours. I was looking for an experience of the Wiltshire stone circles that went beyond the usual tourist-style visits. I found that and far more from Arjun, who is not only learned and well researched, but also carries his own lived experience of decades of interacting with these sacred sites. His connection is heartfelt, embodied, and rooted in years of direct communion with the land. Arjun is a patient, calm, and kind guide who created an atmosphere where I could sink into the energy of each place without feeling rushed. He held space with respect, allowing for personal reflection, while offering insights on the layers of history and lore woven into these landscapes. My time on Arjun's tour was not only enriching, it felt like an opportunity for a deeper conversation with the land itself. read less shebarkharbanda8/01/2025Would you like to time travel to the... Would you like to time travel to the origins of one of the world's best loved cities? Our guide, Arjun, will take you back in time using his many tools such as symbolism, sacred geometry, historical records and more. Find out how the positions of the earth's energy lines correspond... More reviewsWould you like to time travel to the origins of one of the world's best loved cities? Our guide, Arjun, will take you back in time using his many tools such as symbolism, sacred geometry, historical records and more. Find out how the positions of the earth's energy lines correspond to London's architecture and how the buildings tell a story. Many remnants of the city's ancient past remain, if only we know where to look. The Dragon Lore Tour is the perfect way to discover these gems. My husband and I revisited some of the sites from the tour and plan to do so again in the future. This tour will give you a new set of eyes to look at London with! read less Anne van Lingen4/07/2025
- I really enjoyed the Money and Power free walking tour, from Babylon to Bitcoin. It was insightful, engaging, and very well explained. The guide connected history, finance, power, and modern society in a clear and memorable way. A thought-provoking tour for anyone interested in how money has shaped the world... More reviewsI really enjoyed the Money and Power free walking tour, from Babylon to Bitcoin. It was insightful, engaging, and very well explained. The guide connected history, finance, power, and modern society in a clear and memorable way. A thought-provoking tour for anyone interested in how money has shaped the world from ancient times to today. Highly recommended. read less Oluwafemi Oshofisan5/02/2026City of London: Best Tour I Could've Asked For Undoubtedly the highlight of my time in London!
Arjun is exceptionally knowledgeable, but what really sets him apart is how he structures the experience. Rather than just pointing out sites, he weaves a cohesive narrative that charts the origin story of the City of London, from its early roots through... More reviewsUndoubtedly the highlight of my time in London!
Arjun is exceptionally knowledgeable, but what really sets him apart is how he structures the experience. Rather than just pointing out sites, he weaves a cohesive narrative that charts the origin story of the City of London, from its early roots through its rise as the financial capital of the world.
What made the experience especially memorable was how personal he made it. He took the time to understand my interests and background and tailored parts of the tour to align with them, which made everything feel much more engaging and relevant. He also provided a comprehensive PDF guide afterward, which was an unexpected bonus. It neatly recaps the places we visited and the broader historical narrative.
On top of all that, Arjun is incredibly personable and kind; just a genuinely great person to spend a few hours with.
Would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting London. And if you’re even remotely a history or finance nerd like me, this is about as close as it gets to a perfectly designed experience. read less Julius Moye4/05/2026I want to come back and do this again! The Dragon Tour with Arjun was so rich, deep and truly heart and eye opening. I would do it again tomorrow! Thank you, Arjun for taking us on this journey through the City of London, through time and history and into the true nature of reality. Such an opening experience... More reviewsThe Dragon Tour with Arjun was so rich, deep and truly heart and eye opening. I would do it again tomorrow! Thank you, Arjun for taking us on this journey through the City of London, through time and history and into the true nature of reality. Such an opening experience that continues to ripple out. read less Amy9/09/2024 - What a great tour! What a great tour! We booked this tour expecting to see some of London's ancient sites and hearing a fact or two about each before moving on to the next. What we experienced was a thoroughly interesting discussion about the historical and mystical side of London that is hidden in... More reviewsWhat a great tour! We booked this tour expecting to see some of London's ancient sites and hearing a fact or two about each before moving on to the next. What we experienced was a thoroughly interesting discussion about the historical and mystical side of London that is hidden in plain sight. We walked Dragon lines, over the path of the sacred rivers which flow under the city and heard about the secret meaning of symbols in the art and architecture along our route. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone who is interested in history, mythology and symbology. read less Matthew S4/01/2023Infuses the dragon mythology with history and mysticism. Infuses the dragon mythology with history and mysticism. This was a really interesting tour, something a little different in London. Arjun infuses the dragon mythology with history and mysticism so you will definitely learn something new, even if you know the area well. We also stopped by the Mithraeum and... More reviewsInfuses the dragon mythology with history and mysticism. This was a really interesting tour, something a little different in London. Arjun infuses the dragon mythology with history and mysticism so you will definitely learn something new, even if you know the area well. We also stopped by the Mithraeum and did the immersive experience (I had been before but it was really nice to go again with a guide). You can tell Arjun has really thought through the route and the stories he tells. We had a lovely chat afterwards too, he has a lot of time for questions and feedback. read less Sydney6/01/2025One of the most lovely London experiences. One of the most lovely London experiences. One of the greatest experiences in London. The tour guide Arjun is a lovely, knowledgeable and very chatty person to be on a tour with. We were five people only and had the time of our lives by getting to know many parts... More reviewsOne of the most lovely London experiences. One of the greatest experiences in London. The tour guide Arjun is a lovely, knowledgeable and very chatty person to be on a tour with. We were five people only and had the time of our lives by getting to know many parts of London and stories you wouldn't get otherwise. Arjun chatted with us on whatever came to our mind between the sights and we had such great talks about a plethora of things. If you are into mythical stuff, history, symbols, gods and mysteries besides the dragons and into finding hidden places in London, this is for you! read less Oskar10/01/2024
- This is a great tour if you're looking... This is a great tour if you're looking for something a bit different. Full of iconography, our guide was very knowledgeable and gave us lots of interesting facts & perspectives on history & the events that makes London City what it is today. We went on a Sunday, two stops... More reviewsThis is a great tour if you're looking for something a bit different. Full of iconography, our guide was very knowledgeable and gave us lots of interesting facts & perspectives on history & the events that makes London City what it is today. We went on a Sunday, two stops on the journey were closed but this was made up in extra time at other sites and images provided of the closed venues. Overall, very enjoyable! read less julie r4/01/2024One of the most lovely London experiences One of the greatest experiences in London. The tour guide Arjun is a lovely, knowledgeable and very chatty person to be on a tour with. We were five people only and had the time of our lives by getting to know many parts of London and stories you wouldn't get... More reviewsOne of the greatest experiences in London. The tour guide Arjun is a lovely, knowledgeable and very chatty person to be on a tour with. We were five people only and had the time of our lives by getting to know many parts of London and stories you wouldn't get otherwise. Arjun chatted with us on whatever came to our mind between the sights and we had such great talks about a plethora of things. If you are into mythical stuff, history, symbols, gods and mysteries besides the dragons and into finding hidden places in London, this is for you! Thanks a lot for that great experience. read less Oskar Leonard Baron10/29/2024Best Tour Yet. Best Tour Yet. This was the best tour I've been on yet. I came to England with specific sites I needed to visit and Arjun delivered on all of them. He was very accommodating, informative with such interesting history/knowledge, kept excellent pace and listened to the things that were important... More reviewsBest Tour Yet. This was the best tour I've been on yet. I came to England with specific sites I needed to visit and Arjun delivered on all of them. He was very accommodating, informative with such interesting history/knowledge, kept excellent pace and listened to the things that were important to me. As a solo traveler this made all the difference. I have already recommended Dragon Lore Tours to several friends. Best guide in the area. read less E3814PXjennifers7/01/2025
