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Istanbul Europe to Asia Food Tour - Local Markets & Ferry 20% OFF
$32
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The Europe to Asia Food Tour in Istanbul offers a unique culinary journey across two continents in just one day. This immersive experience combines local flavors, vibrant markets, and rich cultural stories, perfect for those eager to explore beyond the typical tourist path.
- ☕ Start your adventure with a drink at a panoramic café, soaking in stunning views of Istanbul before heading into the lively streets of Karaköy.
- 🥙 Savor over five tastings of iconic street foods on the European side, including a freshly made fish wrap, traditional gözleme, and warm sesame bread from local vendors.
- 🚤 Enjoy a scenic ferry ride across the Bosphorus, mirroring the daily commute of locals while taking in a unique perspective of Istanbul from the water.
- 🍽️ Arrive in Kadıköy, a vibrant district known for its rich dining culture and a hotspot for exploring both traditional and modern flavors.
- 🛍️ Navigate through the bustling Kadıköy market, tasting and sipping your way through 10+ local foods and drinks while engaging with colorful stalls and vendors.
- 🍰 Conclude your tasting journey with delightful traditional desserts, ensuring a sweet ending to your culinary exploration.
- 🍵 Sip on freshly brewed Turkish tea as you stroll through Kadıköy's lively atmosphere, enjoying locally made desserts like künefe and katmer.
- 🚉 The tour ends conveniently at Kadiköy Ferry Terminal, with easy access to ferries, the subway, or Uber for your return journey.
- 📚 Receive a digital Istanbul Guidebook and benefit from the insights of a professional local guide who speaks English and is a hospitality expert.
- 👶 Pram/stroller friendly, with specialized infant seats available, making it suitable for families with children.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Small Group Food Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Digital Istanbul Guidebook
- Professional Local Guide (English- Speaking & Hospitality Expert)
- Please note: Food, drinks, transportation, and personal expenses are not included
Meeting point
IMPORTANT: Our meeting point is Mado Karakoy. Please note that there are multiple branches of this café in Istanbul.
TAKING A TAXI: Ask your driver to take you to the Karakoy Ferry Terminal. Mado is located directly across from the ferry stop.
Return details
The Europe to Asia Food Tour finishes at Kadikoy Ferry Terminal. Your guide will assist you in taking the return ferry to the European side, either to Eminonu or Karakoy.
- The Europe to Asia Food Tour begins in front of a local café with a warm welcome and introduction. Here, we meet in the heart of Karakoy to start our journey across two continents. (pass by)
- Enjoy more than five tastings of Istanbul’s most iconic street foods on the European side, including a freshly made fish wrap, traditional gozleme, and warm sesame bread straight from local vendors. As you walk through lively streets and hidden corners, your guide will introduce the history behind each bite and explain how these flavors are connected to everyday life in Turkey. Along the way, you will hear entertaining and insightful stories about local culture, traditions, and the rhythm of daily life, making this not just a tasting experience but a true cultural introduction. By the end of this part of the tour, you may already feel like you have discovered one of the best ways to begin exploring Istanbul. (pass by)
- Cross the Bosphorus by ferry and travel from Europe to Asia between two continents as you head toward the vibrant and modern district of Kadikoy. This scenic journey offers a unique perspective of Istanbul from the water while connecting two continents in one unforgettable experience. Kadikoy is known as one of the city’s top food destinations, filled with local restaurants, lively streets, and a strong dining culture. It is especially popular among a new generation of locals who love exploring different flavors while still staying connected to the traditional tastes they grew up with. (pass by)
- You will taste, sip, and explore your way through the vibrant Kadikoy market as your guide introduces the colorful stalls, local vendors, and unique products that define this neighborhood. Along the way, you will enjoy 10+ foods and drinks, discover fresh local markets, and experience the lively atmosphere that makes Kadikoy a favorite among locals. This part of the tour is full of flavor, energy, and discovery, ending on a sweet note with traditional desserts. Be sure to have your camera ready to capture the colors, textures, and moments that bring Turkish cuisine to life. (pass by)
- As you wander through the colorful streets of Kadikoy market, you will take in the lively atmosphere filled with local vendors, fresh ingredients, and the everyday rhythm of Istanbul life. Along the way, you will sip on freshly brewed Turkish tea and enjoy traditional desserts like kunefe and katmer, both made locally and served warm. This part of the experience is all about slowing down, enjoying the moment, and connecting with the flavors and culture that make Kadikoy so special. (pass by)
- The Europe to Asia Food Tour finishes at Kadikoy Ferry Terminal, with easy access to ferries, the subway, or Uber. Your guide will assist you in taking the return ferry to the European side, either to Eminonu or Karakoy. (pass by)
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Istanbul Europe to Asia Food Tour - Local Markets & Ferry 20% OFF
$32
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!