Private and Guided Istanbul Food Tour: Taste of Istanbul

Overview

Unlike many standard food tours that include limited tastings or extra spending along the way, this 5-6-hour private experience is a fully all-inclusive culinary journey. 100% All-Inclusive: All generous food tastings and non-alcoholic beverages are covered from start to finish. Eat Like a Local: Explore the authentic neighborhoods of Karakoy and Kadikoy across two continents and discover where locals genuinely enjoy eating. No Hidden Shopping Stops: Your time is dedicated entirely to food, culture, and enjoying the city. A Personal Pace: This is not a rushed group walk, but a relaxed private culinary experience with a more personal pace. Dietary Note: We are happy to adapt tastings for vegetarians and certain food allergies whenever possible. Beverage Note: All non-alcoholic beverages are included. Alcoholic beverages are not included, but may be purchased separately at selected stops.

What's included

• Breakfast
• Non acholic beverages
• Professional guide
• Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)
• All food tastings
• Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
• Gratuities
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meet at the start point

What to expect

1. You will meet your guide at your preferred time, and our tour starts from Karakoy with a traditional Turkish breakfast, which includes tea, olives, cheeses, menemen. sucuklu omelet, kaymak, and honey.

   1h

2. Afterward, we’ll explore Tophane, indulge in a delightful cup of tea or coffee at a chic, trendy coffee house that elevates your experience, and sample some of the freshest baklava in Istanbul.

   1h

3. Later, we’ll take a ferry from the European side to the Asian side to Kadikoy, which was formerly known as Kalkedon.

   1h

4. In Kadikoy, you can enjoy authentic Turkish home-cooked dishes or delicious kebabs. After that, we will continue to the fish market, where you can try stuffed or fried mussels and kokorec.

   2h

5. After enjoying these delicious treats, we will conclude the tour at the Kadikoy ferry station, making it easy for you to take a ferry back to your hotel. Additionally, there will be some delightful secret dishes to try. Please note that the itinerary may change based on the availability of locations and weather conditions.

   30 min

Good to know

• 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.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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