Istanbul Sips of Europe and Asia

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What You’ll Experience
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3 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 10 guests
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Language
English
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Explore Istanbul's unique flavors on a cross-continental journey. Taste Ottoman sherbets, Anatolian wines, and more with a local guide. Discover hidden gems on this cultural adventure.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

"Istanbul: Sips of Europe & Asia" isn’t just a food or drink tour — it's a sensory journey across continents. What sets this experience apart is its seamless blend of culture, taste, and storytelling: we explore not only what locals drink, but why, when, and with whom.


From the spice-scented lanes of the Old City to the lively meyhane culture of the Asian Side, you'll travel like a local, sip like a local, and learn the deep stories behind each flavor — from Ottoman sherbets to Anatolian wines.


This tour is small-group, curated with passion by a local guide, and features hidden gems you won’t find on typical routes — including historic cafés, traditional soup kitchens, family-run meyhanes, and independent craft producers.


We connect continents — and cups — in one unforgettable experience.

What You Get

A curated route through both European & Asian sides of Istanbul
All drink tastings listed in the itinerary
Cultural and historical storytelling throughout the tour
Gratuities (optional but appreciated)
Additional food or beverages outside the tasting selections
Transportation to the meeting point or from the end point

Good To Know

  • Vegan or strict vegetarian diets (most tastings are traditional and not easily substitutable)
  • Alcohol-free preferences (rakı, wine, and craft beer tastings are integral to the experience)
  • Lactose intolerance (some tastings include milk-based drinks and yogurt-based dishes)
  • Gluten intolerance / celiac disease (bread, beer, soup, and meze may contain gluten)
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Severe food allergies (nuts, dairy, gluten, seafood, etc.)

What You’ll Experience

1

Sirkeci

We’ll begin our journey at a charming historical café nestled in the heart of Istanbul’s Old City.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
2

Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)

Step into the aromatic heart of Istanbul at the Spice Bazaar (Mısır Çarşısı) and its historic surroundings, where you’ll sample a curated selection of Turkey’s most iconic warm drinks – including Turkish tea and Turkish coffee, Ottoman sherbet, sahlep, and a comforting bowl of traditional soup.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Included
3

Bosphorus

After savoring the historic flavors of the Old City, we’ll board a ferry and glide across the scenic Bosphorus Strait — the natural border between Europe and Asia. We’ll dock at Kadıköy, the vibrant cultural heart of the Asian side, where the second chapter of our tasting journey begins.
20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
4

Kadikoy

Experience the quintessential taste of Turkey with a traditional rakı and meze tasting — an intimate ritual that brings people together over good conversation and vibrant flavors.
20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
5

KadIkoy CarsIsI

Discover the vibrant and innovative side of Istanbul’s beverage scene with a craft beer tasting in Kadıköy — the city’s creative hub on the Asian shore.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Included
6

Kadikoy

Discover the rich heritage of Turkish vineyards with a tasting of fine local wines in Kadıköy. Experience the unique flavors of Anatolia’s renowned grape varieties, carefully crafted by passionate winemakers.
20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
7

Kadikoy Iskelesi

Our journey concludes on the Asian side of Istanbul, at the lively Kadıköy Ferry Terminal. From here, you’re free to continue exploring Kadıköy’s vibrant markets, cafés, and bars – or catch a ferry back across the Bosphorus.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Olden 1772, Mimar Vedat Sokak, Fatih İstanbul, Türkiye, TR, 34112

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We’ll begin our journey at Olden 1772, a charming historical café nestled in the heart of Istanbul’s Old City. Look for your guide near the entrance.
End Point

Kadiköy iskele, Kadıköy İstanbul, Türkiye, TR, 34710

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Our journey concludes on the Asian side of Istanbul, at the lively Kadıköy Ferry Terminal. From here, you’re free to continue exploring Kadıköy’s vibrant markets, cafés, and bars – or catch a ferry back across the Bosphorus.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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