Resurrection Ertugrul and Establishment Osman Movie Set Tour

Step into Turkey’s television past. This five-hour private tour takes you from central Istanbul to Riva on the Black Sea coast, where the sets for Resurrection Ertugrul and Establishment Osman recreate the worlds of Selcuks and early Ottomans. I like the direct hotel pickup and drop-off, and I like that the visit includes both set exploration and a live show. The main drawback is the $237 price, especially since food is not included.

You will see much more than a few film façades. The site includes areas identified with Söğüt, the oba, an arena, Harzemşah, İnegöl Castle, Kılıçhisar, Yenişehir, and Kayı Obası. English guiding is provided, and the group is private, which makes this a better fit for dedicated fans than for someone seeking a general Istanbul sightseeing trip.

Key points before you book

• Riva gives you a change of scene: The drive leaves central Istanbul and heads toward the Black Sea coast and Riva village.
• The set is built for more than one series: You explore locations connected with both Resurrection Ertugrul and Establishment Osman.
• Selcuk and Ottoman life shape the visit: The tour presents examples of Turkish culture, daily life, and period settings.
• A live show is included: This adds movement and performance to what could otherwise be a simple set walk.
• The tour is private and English-speaking: Pickup is available from central hotels, with transportation and guiding included.
• The cost pays for convenience and access: At $237 per person, the value depends heavily on how much these television series mean to you.

From central Istanbul to Riva’s Black Sea coast

The day begins with pickup from your hotel in central Istanbul. From there, you travel by vehicle toward Riva village on the Black Sea coast. The transfer is part of the experience, not just a way to fill time. You leave the dense center of Istanbul and reach a setting associated with the outdoor production of two major Turkish television series.

The total experience lasts about five hours. That includes the drive, the set visit, guiding, and the return journey to your hotel. Since the tour is private, your time is not shaped around a large public group. You can focus on the parts of the set that interest you most, although the exact pace and order of the visit are not specified.

The drive also matters when judging the price. You are not simply buying entry to a set. You are paying for hotel transportation, a private group, an English-speaking guide, entrance, and a show. If you are staying in central Istanbul, that door-to-door service may be worth a fair portion of the cost. If you are mainly interested in seeing the sets for a short time, the price may feel steep.

A verified booking from Australia singled out the drive to Riva as part of the pleasure of the day. That is useful advice: treat the transfer as a scenic change from city sightseeing, rather than an annoying gap between hotel and attraction.

Entering the sets of Ertugrul and Osman

The main stop is the film set plato, or production village, used for Resurrection Ertugrul and Establishment Osman. The tour explains the settings connected with Ertugrul Ghazi and Osman Ghazi, two central figures in the series and in the stories that frame the rise of the Ottoman world.

You are not visiting a conventional museum with glass cases and a quiet display route. Instead, you move through built environments made for television. Streets, compounds, castles, gathering areas, and camp settings are arranged to support scenes of political struggle, family life, conflict, and ceremony.

That distinction is important. The power of the visit comes from recognition. If you have watched the shows, a gate or settlement area can trigger an immediate connection to the story. You can place the characters in a physical setting and see how the series turns a controlled production area into a much larger imagined world.

If you have not watched either series, the visit can still be interesting, but you may get less from the character and story references. The guide’s explanation becomes especially useful in that case. The tour is designed around the programs, so a basic familiarity with Ertugrul and Osman will help you understand why each area matters.

Söğüt, the oba, and examples of Turkish life

Several named sections give the visit its structure. Söğüt, the oba, and Kayı Obası connect the tour with the communities and tribal settings shown in the series. These are not random decorative names. They help you follow the movement from settlement life to leadership, conflict, and the formation of new political power.

The oba is especially useful for understanding the social side of the shows. It represents a camp or community setting, where family, identity, authority, and daily routines meet. The tour also promises examples of Turkish life and culture, so you can expect the guiding to place these settings within a broader picture of period life.

Keep your expectations sensible. The information supplied does not promise actors at every location or a historical museum collection. What you get is a film set paired with explanations of Selcuk and Ottoman culture and life. Think of it as a television production site with cultural context, not as a substitute for a formal history museum.

This is one of the areas where the private format helps. You can ask your guide to explain a name, a set area, or the connection between Ertugrul and Osman. English guiding is included, and the experience provider identifies the tour language as English.

Castles, arenas, and the larger production world

The set includes an arena, Harzemşah, İnegöl Castle, Kılıçhisar, and Yenişehir. Each name points to a different part of the series’ dramatic world. Together, they show the scale of the production and explain why the location is promoted as the biggest movie set in Turkey.

The castles should appeal to anyone who enjoys the military and political side of the programs. They provide the visual setting for power struggles and territorial conflict. The arena adds a more public, performance-focused space, while the settlements and oba areas bring the focus back to community life.

The value here is variety. You are not looking at one repeated wooden building with a few props. The tour covers several settings that represent different places and functions. That makes the five-hour duration easier to understand, since the outing is built around a broad production area rather than a single photo stop.

Still, the exact amount of walking is not provided. You should be prepared for a site visit that may require moving between multiple areas, but the available information does not give distances, terrain details, or accessibility information. Ask the provider before booking if mobility needs are important for you.

The live show adds a welcome change of pace

A live show is included in the package. This is one of the strongest reasons to choose this tour instead of trying to view a production set on your own. A set visit can sometimes feel static. A performance gives you action, sound, and a sense of how the world on screen is brought to life.

The show was praised as exciting and enjoyable by the Australian guest who booked this experience. That fits the overall design of the outing. You first learn about the settings and the historical figures, then you see a performance that makes the subject more immediate.

The exact content, length, and schedule of the show are not specified, so you should not book expecting a particular scene or cast member. What is clear is that admission to a show is included, and it forms a central part of the experience rather than an optional extra.

I would especially value this feature if you are traveling with family members or friends who need more than historical explanation. The performance breaks up the tour and gives the day a clear highlight.

What the $237 price really covers

At $237 per person, this is not a budget half-day outing. The price makes the most sense when you use all the included services: hotel pickup and drop-off, private transportation, an English-speaking guide, entrance fees, and the live show.

The private format is important. You are not paying only for a ticket. You are buying a dedicated vehicle and guide for your group, along with a direct connection between your central Istanbul hotel and Riva. That can save planning time and remove the need to arrange separate transport to a location outside the main sightseeing center.

The cost is harder to justify if you are only mildly curious about the shows. A person who has never watched Resurrection Ertugrul or Establishment Osman may find the sets attractive but may not feel the same excitement at seeing Söğüt, Kayı Obası, or the castles.

Food is not included. The supplied details do not state whether a meal stop is planned, so do not assume lunch is part of the package. Ask about food arrangements before departure, or plan accordingly without relying on the tour price to cover a meal.

One positive sign is the strong response from the first two verified bookings, including a perfect five-star rating. That is a very small sample, so I would not treat it as a guarantee. It does show that the combination of the Riva drive, film set, and live show has worked well for people who chose it for those reasons.

Yasmin, the guide and driver

The guide and driver named in the available feedback is Yasmin. The Australian guest described Yasmin as good company and noted that she appeared to enjoy the visit too. That personal touch matters on a private tour, since you spend the day with the same guide and driver rather than moving through a large group.

Your guide’s role is more than transportation. The tour includes explanations of Ertugrul Ghazi and Osman Ghazi, as well as Selcuk and Ottoman culture. If you want more from the day, prepare a few questions about the characters, the named set areas, and how the series presents Turkish life.

The tour language is English. No other language is listed, so English is the safe assumption when planning.

Who will enjoy this most?

This experience is a strong match for you if you have watched one or both series and want to see the physical places behind the stories. Fans will recognize the names and settings, and the live show adds a theatrical reward to the visit.

It also suits people who have already seen Istanbul’s main monuments and want a different half-day outside the historic center. Riva offers a change from mosques, palaces, and crowded central streets. The excursion combines television, culture, transport, and performance in one private package.

Families may appreciate the show and the range of settings. History-minded visitors should enjoy the references to Selcuks and Ottomans, but remember that this remains a film-set experience. If you want detailed academic history, you may need another museum or guided visit as well.

I would be more cautious if you are watching your budget, dislike television-related attractions, or want a full day focused on architectural monuments. The high price is easiest to accept when the series themselves are a main reason for your Istanbul trip.

Practical booking advice for this five-hour outing

Pickup is included from central hotels, so confirm that your hotel falls within the service area before booking. The duration is five hours, but the exact start times depend on availability.

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. A reserve-now, pay-later option is also available, which helps if your Istanbul schedule may change. These terms are useful, but they do not change the basic value question: the tour is designed for committed fans, not casual sightseers.

Wear something comfortable for a set visit, although the supplied information does not state specific clothing rules or walking conditions. Keep your phone or camera ready for the production settings, but do not assume every area allows unrestricted photography unless your guide confirms it.

Should you book the Ertugrul and Osman set tour?

Book it if the series are central to your interest in Turkey. The private hotel service, English guiding, broad set area, and included live show create a smooth package, and the trip to Riva gives you a different side of the Istanbul region.

Skip it if you are mainly looking for low-cost sightseeing or have no connection to the programs. At $237 per person, this is a specialist experience. For the right audience, the chance to walk through Söğüt, Kayı Obası, the castles, and other familiar settings can make the price worthwhile. For everyone else, Istanbul offers better value elsewhere.

FAQ

Where does the tour take place?

The tour travels from Istanbul to Riva village on the Black Sea coast, in Turkey’s Marmara Region.

How long does the experience last?

The tour lasts five hours, including the visit and transportation between your hotel and the movie set.

What television series are connected with the set?

The set is connected with Resurrection Ertugrul and Establishment Osman.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Pickup and drop-off are included for hotels in central Istanbul.

Is transportation included in the price?

Yes. Transportation to and from the set is included.

Is the tour private?

Yes. The experience is offered for a private group.

Is an English-speaking guide provided?

Yes. The tour includes live guiding in English.

Is there a live performance?

Yes. A show is included as part of the experience.

Is food included?

No. Food is not included in the tour price.

Can I cancel the booking?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. A reserve-now, pay-later option is also available.