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

Location Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$195.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

On this 4-hour walking tour with an expert tour guide, you will delve deep into the culinary culture and rich history of Istanbul. You will taste local delicacies and hear fascinating stories behind each culinary gem. As you walk you will explore the maze of local streets, see Istanbul’s top attractions on a nice ferry ride, drink tea with locals, and taste rich regional Turkish dishes from the best local places. Group number is limited to 10 on this tour, so you will receive more personalized attention from your expert guide. Book this tour to experience the city with an insider! Please get in touch for alternative languages

Discover the flavors of two continents with an expert guide.

Visit backstreets of Eminonu and Spice Bazaar

Taste local delicacies in Kadikoy fish market

Stroll through the local markets of Istanbul

Try traditional Turkish drinks

Eat like a local
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Eating Like a Local: Learn About Diverse Culinary Culture of Turkey
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours 20 minutes

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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

  • Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)
    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.
  • Eminonu Pier
    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.
  • Famous center of the district which is also known as Bull Statue Kadikoy. (pass by)
  • KadIkoy CarsIsI
    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.
  • Kadikoy Iskelesi
    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.

  • 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
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Eating Like a Local: Learn About Diverse Culinary Culture of Turkey

    Location Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
    $195.00
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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