All Inclusive Private Istanbul Food Tour: Europe & Asia by Ferry

Duration4h - 6h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, English

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This Private Food Tour, all-inclusive experience covers all food, drinks, and ferry tickets—an easy and authentic way to taste the real Istanbul.

Join us on a flavorful journey across Istanbul’s European and Asian sides. Begin with a scenic ferry ride and cross the Bosphorus by ferry like a local tickets are included. Continue in Kadıköy with carefully selected tastings of street food, mezes, seafood, and dessert.

Highlights:
Duration: 6 hours
European & Asian sides
6-9 tastings
All-inclusive (appetizer, meze, drinks, ferry)
Max Participant: Private Tour

We are a platform of licensed tour guides in Istanbul, offering authentic food and cultural experiences. All tours are operated with a licensed travel agency.

What's included

Friendly, knowledgeable and passionate English-speaking tour guide
Local Beer optional
Private Tour Experience (Family or Friends)
6-8 food tastings at local eateries
Tea and local drinks
A day exploring Istanbul’s food, culture, history, and hidden local stories with an insider guide
Round-trip Bosphorus ferry tickets

Gratuities (optional)
This is a walking tour. Max walking distance is 10 minutes between many stops. Total 4 miles walk.

What to expect

Eminonu Square
1h · Admission ticket included

After meeting your guide, we begin with a traditional Turkish breakfast, tasting fresh local products while learning about daily life and food culture in Istanbul.
We then walk through the lively streets of Eminönü towards the harbor and take a ferry (included) across the Bosphorus to the Asian side, enjoying the city like a local.
Kadikoy Iskelesi
30m · Admission ticket included

In Kadıköy, we explore vibrant neighborhoods and continue with tastings of local street food.
Tarihi Moda Iskelesi
1h · Admission ticket included

We walk down to **Moda, passing by the old Moda harbor—an iconic spot of the district—**where we take a break to enjoy tea with a beautiful sea view and learn about Turkish tea culture.
Karga Bar
30m · Admission ticket included

As we stroll through the charming streets, we stop at a local pub for a beer or soft drink (included), and along the way, taste fresh stuffed mussels, a local favorite.
Bosphorus Strait
20m · Admission ticket included

We then take the ferry back (included) to the Spice Bazaar, where the tour ends with sweet tastings such as baklava and Turkish delight.
Misir Carsisi
30m · Admission ticket included

Back at the Spice Bazaar, your guide walks you through the historic complex, sharing its rich history and role in Istanbul’s trade culture. Along the way, you’ll have the opportunity to taste sweets such as baklava and Turkish delight.
The tour ends here.
Egyptian Bazaar Istanbul
Pass by

We'll have breakfast right next to spice bazaar in local spot.
Ozcan Tursulari
20m · Admission ticket included

Pickle Juice tasting
30m · Admission ticket included

Lahmacun Tasting
20m · Admission ticket included

Almond Honey Turkish Ice Cream tasting
20m · Admission ticket included

Cig Kofte (meatless roll) tasting

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your Guide right in front of Spice Bazaar Gate 1. The meeting point is just next to Mosque (Yeni Camii) and Eminonu Tram Station, making it very easy to reach by tram.
When you arrive, please look for your guide holding a white and blue flag.

End point

Meet your Guide right in front of Spice Bazaar Gate 1. The meeting point is just next to Mosque (Yeni Camii) and Eminonu Tram Station, making it very easy to reach by tram.
When you arrive, please look for your guide holding a white and blue flag.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Comfortable walking shoes recommended
This is a walking tour

Cancellation policy

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

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