Eating Like a Local: Learn About Diverse Culinary Culture of Turkey

4.9 (112 reviews) Istanbul, Turkey
Duration4h 20m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Taste your way across two continents while discovering the stories behind Istanbul’s food culture
Explore the local streets, markets and food culture around Eminönü and the Spice Bazaar
Cross the Bosphorus by ferry and experience the everyday rhythm of Istanbul
Discover Kadıköy Market through regional dishes, local ingredients and neighborhood favorites
Taste regional Turkish specialties, street food and traditional drinks
Learn how migration and regional traditions have shaped the way Istanbul eats

What's included

  • Food Tasting Experience
  • Soft Drinks
  • 2 Way Ferry Tickets
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Private transportation
  • Alcoholic Drinks (available to purchase)
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Misir Carsisi
    5m
    After meeting with your guide and brief information you will be ready to discover astonishingly rich culinary culture of Istanbul on this 5-hours walking tour starting from the authentic Spice bazaar. This historic bazaar is the place where we will learn about Turkish delights, spices, dried herbs and alternative remedies for aches and pains, and aphrodisiacs that have been tested through the centuries. You'll find all kinds of interesting beauty products as well. After we finish, we will continue our journey between the inviting aromas of the backstreets of the Spice Market.
  2. Eminonu Pier
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Then you will take a ferry to a nice and cosmopolitan district of Istanbul, Kadikoy (Chalcedon) famous for its fish market and loaded with local delicacies from all around Turkey. On the ferry, you will enjoy the beautiful scenery of Istanbul. Experience the standing between two continents; Asia and Europe.
  3. Kadikoy Istanbul Boga MeydanI
    Pass by
    Famous center of the district which is also known as Bull Statue Kadikoy.
  4. KadIkoy CarsIsI
    3h
    Kadikoy is a haven for the 'foodies' as it offers a great variety of food such as pickled vegetables and fruits, lahmacun (pizza like dish, crispy and thin) fish, regional cheeses and mezes and more. In Turkey, we value food not just for its taste but as symbol of traditions, happiness, fortune, friendship, and you will see why it is so important to us while eating your way through the streets of Istanbul.
  5. Kadikoy Iskelesi
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    After the tastings in Kadiko we will try life-changing desserts such as heavenly delicious baklava from local usta's and enjoy a cup of fresh brewed Turkish tea..After all ferry ride back to Europe side.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We can pick up from centrally located Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, Karakoy and Taksim hotels, for non-central hotels MEETING POINT can be set by guest after booking. Tours can start from Galataport as well for cruise passengers.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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