Traditional Tastes on a Private Istanbul Food and Culture Tour
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About the Activity
Travel around Istanbul with the guidance and commentary of the Turkey Insider Team on this food-focused excursion. Your guide will give you information about the culinary culture and history of the city and you will stop on the way to taste traditional Turkish delicacies. Highlights include the Spice Bazaar, the back streets of Eminönü and the Kadıköy fish market.3 hours to 5 hours
Private Tour
Pickup offered
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
Travel Date
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Travelers
Adult : 2
Inclusions & Exclusions
Meze ( dips ) varieties, kebabs, baklava and ice cream made of goats milk
Midye ; Mussels stuffed with rice and spices cooked in the shell serve with lemon
Balik-Ekmek. Fish sandwich
Baklava ; The most delicious dessert of Anatolia
Tantuni ; It is called "tantuni" if it is a roasted steak containing meat only.
Turk kahvesi & Çay ; Turkish coffee or Çay ( tea ) options
Kokorec. Delicious roasted lamb meat, serve with mix spices and tomatoes in a fresh bread sandwich
Çiğ Köfte. A traditional food made of bulgur wheat, tomato paste, hot paprika, cumin onion and more
Profesional, licensed gourmet English speaking local guide.
Alcoholic Drinks (available to purchase)
Shopping expenses.
Admission Fee Costs
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Locations in the itinerary
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Karakoy
Karakoy, TurkiyeYou will meet with your local tour guide at the hotel lobby and will discover and visit different parts of the city. Besides that, you will also have an amazing experience about local foods and cultures.First, will start to visit Karakoy area, the modern name for ancient Galata, is one of the oldest and most historic districts of the city and today an important commercial center and transport hub. You will see Galata Bridge and will walk around modern and old streets of Karakoy with tasting local foods such as simit,tea,soup,etc…1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Tophane Parki
Hacimimi Mah. Meclis-i Mebusan Cad. Kemankes, Beyoglu, Istanbul, TurkiyeThen you will continue to visit Tophane where was the city’s oldest industrial zone to do manufacturing cannons and cannonballs during the Ottoman period. You will see Kılıç Ali Paşa Mosque built by the Ottoman Kaptan-i Derya Kılıç Ali Pasha and designed by the renowned architect Mimar Sinan and Tophane Fountain.30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location3
Istiklal Caddesi
Istiklal Street Taksim, Beyoglu, Istanbul, TurkiyeYou will walk up to reach Istiklal Street and will see nice and fine art galleries and old streets of Beyoglu district. You will stop on the way and will have Turkish coffee with a local dessert then will continue to discover the streets.You will walk down from Istiklal Street and will see Galata Mevlevihanesi, Galata Tower and Komando Stairs, built in the 1850s were made on behalf of Abraham Salomon Kamondo, one of the most important banker families in the region, the Kamondo Family.1 hour • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location4
Eminonu Square
Cd. No 42, Büyük Postane, Istanbul, Turkiye, 34112Last, you will visit Emionu district and will continue to taste your local foods and also will visit Spice Market was built 17th century and today still is an important spice and food center for local people. You will taste different kind of Turkish delight, spices, different kinds of herb teas and some daily dairy products.
At the end of your trip, you will return to your hotel.1 hour • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Our guide will pick you up from your hotel or location. We kindly ask you to be ready 15 minutes before the pickup time.
- Travelers will be picked up 15 minutes before departure time
Pickup points
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Istanbul time to receive 100% refund.
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