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Istanbul Taste of Two Continents Food Tour - Spice Market & Ferry 20% OFF

Location Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$108
$135
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The Taste of Two Continents Food Tour in Istanbul offers a culinary adventure across both Europe and Asia. This full-day experience immerses you in the rich flavors and vibrant culture of Turkish cuisine.

  • 🍽️ Begin your day with a traditional Turkish breakfast in Istanbul’s historic Old City, featuring a variety of local delights.
  • 🛥️ Cross the Bosphorus Strait by ferry to reach the lively and modern district of Kadıköy, known for its diverse dining scene.
  • 🥗 Sample 8 different tastings at unique eateries, ensuring a satisfying journey through Turkey’s culinary landscape.
  • ☕ Sip on freshly brewed Turkish coffee while enjoying crispy golden baklava amidst the bustling Kadıköy market.
  • 🍢 Taste popular street foods such as dolma, tantuni, and kokoreç, showcasing the authentic flavors of Istanbul.
  • 🧑‍🏫 Benefit from a friendly and knowledgeable tour guide who shares entertaining stories about Turkish culture and daily life.
  • 🛍️ Visit the Spice Market and experience the vibrant stalls filled with local delicacies and ingredients.
  • 🚶‍♂️ Enjoy a manageable walking tour with a maximum distance of 2.5-3.5kms (1.5-2 miles) between stops, suitable for all fitness levels.
  • 💼 Return ferry tickets are included, allowing for a seamless journey back to the Spice Market or Karaköy ferry terminal.
  • 👶 Pram/stroller accessibility ensures that families with infants can comfortably join the tour.

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Istanbul Taste of Two Continents Food Tour - Spice Market & Ferry
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes

  • 4-5 exciting local drinks.
  • 8 uniquely different eateries and restaurants, multiple tastings at each
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • A day filled with culinary, cultural, historic and personal anecdotes, with a local insider’s view
  • Friendly, knowledgeable and passionate tour guide
  • This is a walking tour. Max walking distance is 10 minutes between many stops. Total 2.5-3.5kms (1.5-2miles) walk.
  • No vegan food options at 4-5 of the food stops
  • No vegetarian food options at 2-3 of the food stops
  • Gratuities / Tips for guide

Meeting point
IMPORTANT: Our meeting point is "Viyana Kahvesi Sirkeci." There are multiple branches of this cafe in Istanbul. TAKING TAXI: Ask the driver to take you to the Legacy Ottoman Hotel. Viyana Kahvesi Sirkeci is on the left hand side of the hotel.
Return details
The Taste of Two Continents tour finishes in Kadıköy Ferry Terminal. Your return ferry tickets are provided. Your guide will help you to catch the Eminönü ferry (back to the Spice Market) or Karaköy ferry.

  • Historic Areas of Istanbul
    The Taste of Two Continents food tour begins in Istanbul’s Old City. There, we meet to begin our tour in the heart of Eminönü, close to Spice Market.
  • Misir Carsisi
    Market Sourced Turkish Breakfast: Visit a breakfast market in the morning and gather an assortment of Turkish breakfast items, including cheeses, buffalo cream, hazelnut paste, honey, olives, dried beef pastrami, simit, and enjoy it all with traditional Turkish tea & menemen (Turkish scrambled eggs) at a local tea house. Listen to your guide’s entertaining & interesting stories about culture and daily life in Turkey while wondering if this could be your favorite breakfast ever.
  • Bosphorus Strait
    Cross the mighty Bosphorus by ferry to explore the more modern and chic area of Kadıköy, on the Asian side. Kadıköy is home to some of the best local restaurants in Istanbul, frequented a new generation of Turks who love to dine out, while still savouring the flavours of their childhood.
  • KadIkoy CarsIsI
    You will nibble, sip and munch your way through the local Kadıköy market while your guide explains the colorful stalls and products. You'll want to bring your cameras out here to capture all the vibrancy that makes up the flavors of Turkish cuisine!
  • As you make your way through the colorful streets of Kadıköy market, you’ll sip on freshly brewed Turkish coffee while delighting in locally-made crispy golden baklava. You’ll savor the delicious tastes of popular street foods like dolma, tantuni, and kokoreç, as well as other local favourites. (pass by)
  • Kadikoy Iskelesi
    The Taste of Two Continents tour finishes in Kadıköy Ferry Terminal. Your return ferry tickets are provided. Your guide will help you to catch the Eminönü ferry (back to the Spice Market) or Karaköy ferry.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Maximum group size is 10
  • Comfortable walking shoes recommended
  • Children aged 5 years and younger are welcome at no charge
  • Tour runs rain or shine
  • This is a walking tour. Max walking distance is 10 minutes between many stops. Total 2.5kms (1.5miles) walk.
  • Not recommended for vegan, gluten free, lactose free travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with serious allergies or food restrictions
  • Please advise any specific dietary/allergy requirements at time of booking
  • 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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    Istanbul Taste of Two Continents Food Tour - Spice Market & Ferry 20% OFF

    Location Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
    $108
    $135
    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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