Private and guided Istanbul food tour - Taste of Istanbul
From kebabs to baklava to Turkish delight, Turkish food is famous worldwide. While many people have enjoyed more than the odd kebab in their time, there is so much more to Turkish food than just kebabs, as you will discover on the 5- 6 hour Istanbul Food Tour. The tour takes you off the beaten track so you can sample the authentic tastes of Istanbul and experience delicious Turkish delicacies you may not have known existed. While discovering local markets, you will also gain an overview of Turkish history and culture while appreciating the unique architecture of Istanbul. Whether you are a food expert or love food, the Private and Guided Istanbul Food Tour - Taste of Istanbul will fulfill your eating dreams.
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Private and guided Istanbul food tour - Taste of Istanbul
What's included in Private and guided Istanbul food tour - Taste of Istanbul
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Karakoy Iskelesi
Your personalized Istanbul food tour experience begins with a warm welcome from your guide, who will meet you at Karakoy Murat Muhallebicisi at your chosen time. Here, you'll enjoy a delicious Turkish breakfast featuring a selection of authentic dishes. Indulge in flavors like Turkish menemen, a sucuklu omelet, kaymak, and honey, all carefully chosen to provide you with a true taste of Turkish cuisine.
Tophane Meydan Cesmesi
After relishing a scrumptious breakfast, we will accompany you on a leisurely walk through the vibrant neighborhoods of Tophane and Karakoy. During this walk, you will get to know the rich Turkish coffee culture and savor its unique flavor. Additionally, you will get a chance to satisfy your sweet tooth with the freshest baklava, paired with a scoop of delicious Turkish ice cream.
KadIkoy
Let's take a lovely stroll down Tophane to reach the Karakoy ferry station on the European side of Istanbul. From there, we will hop on a ferry to the Asian side and visit the charming neighborhood of Kadikoy (formerly known as Kalkedon, which means the "city of blind people"). You'll love the authentic Turkish dishes and traditional kebabs available there, or if you're feeling a bit more daring, go ahead and try a liver wrap! Afterward, let's head to the fish market, where we can indulge in some delicious stuffed or fried mussels or pickles.
Inclusions
- The breakfast includes a variety of seasonal delicacies such as Turkish menemen, sucuklu omelet, olives, cheese, kaymak, and honey.
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Beverages - Non acholic beverages, tea and coffee.
- Experience the delightful variety of food on both the Europe and Asian sides of Istanbul.
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Please note: the itinerary is subject to change, based on the location's availability and weather.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- The tour concludes on the Asian side at the Kadikoy ferry station, where you can easily take a ferry back to Europe.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Your tour guide will meet you inside the Karakoy Murat Muhallebicisi restaurant near the Karakoy T1 tram station.
End Points
- The tour will end at the Kadikoy ferry station on the Asian side.
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Ticket Redemption
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
