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Private and guided Food and Culinary Tour of Istanbul

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Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Istanbul
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Duration
5 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 12 guests
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Language
English
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Explore Istanbul's diverse flavors with a 5-hour private tour. Discover hidden gems with a local guide, savor delicious samples, and dive deep into the city's rich culinary heritage.

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

Experience Details

Are you seeking a unique activity for your company, family, or friends? Join our 5-hour private Istanbul food tour! This tour will take you off the beaten path and immerse you in local history and culture across Istanbul's European and Asian sides. Walk with one of our expert private guides as you explore open-air markets, visit one of Istanbul's most famous delicatessens, and enjoy a variety of food samples and beverages based on the time and season.

What You Get

Public transportation (ferry).
Bottled water
Private tour
Gratuities
Transportation to/from attractions
Alcoholic beverages
Alcoholic Beverages

Good To Know

  • Please note: the itinerary is subject to change, based on the location's availability and weather.
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

What You’ll Experience

1

Karakoy

You will meet your guide in Karakoy, where you will have a traditional Turkish breakfast that includes menemen, sucuklu omelet, kaymak, and honey.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
2

Tophane Meydan Cesmesi

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.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
3

KadIkoy CarsIsI

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

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Murat Muhallebicisi, Beyoglu/Beyoğlu Beyoğlu İstanbul, Türkiye, TR, 34440

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Your tour guide will meet you inside the Murat Muhallebicisi restaurant, located near the Karakoy T1 tram station.
End Point

Yeni Kadıköy (Şehir Hatları) İskelesi, Vapur İskelesi Sokak, Kadıköy İstanbul, Türkiye, TR, 34425

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We will conclude the tour at the Kadikoy ferry station, where you can easily take a ferry back to the European side.

Cancellation Policy

All bookings are final. Once the host confirms the experience, cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.

from  $51.51 
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Please note: The price varies based on group size. The time is in Türkiye Time.
All bookings are final. Cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.
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Earliest available date: May 26, 2025
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
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