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Gastronomic Exploration of Istanbul: Tasting Diverse Local Turkish Delicacies
5.0
42 Ratings
Istanbul
Embark on a 4-hour gastronomic exploration of Istanbul, tasting diverse local Turkish delicacies. Delve into the culinary culture, hear fascinating stories, and visit top attractions. Book now!
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- 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.
- Kadikoy Istanbul Boga MeydanI - Famous center of the district which is also known as Bull Statue Kadikoy.
- 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 Kadikoy we will take another ferry to back to European side Karakoy where we will try life-changing desserts such as heavenly delicious baklava from local usta’s and enjoy a cup of fresh brewed Turkish tea.
What's Included
- Professional Tour Guide
- 2 Way Ferry Tickets
- Food Tasting Experience
- Soft Drinks
- Public Transportation
What's Not Included
- Private transportation
- Alcoholic Drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Embark on a 4-hour gastronomic journey on foot accompanied by a knowledgeable tour leader in Istanbul. On this excursion, you’ll delve into the city’s delectable cuisine and expansive history. You’ll get a chance to sample indigenous savory treats and learn the captivating narratives behind each food treasure. As you navigate through the local labyrinth of streets, view Istanbul’s prime sights via a scenic ferry journey. Mix with the locals over a cup of tea and indulge in mouthwatering Turkish regional cuisine from top-notch local joints. The group size for this tour is capped at 10 to ensure you get a personalized experience from your professional guide. Secure a spot on this tour to discover the city from a local’s perspective! Contact us for other language options.
Experience the culinary prowess of two continents under the guidance of an expert.
Explore the bylanes of Eminonu and the Spice Bazaar.
Savor local delights at the Kadikoy fish market.
Meander through Istanbul’s bustling local markets.
Sample traditional Turkish beverages.
Relish meals like a local.
- 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
Location
Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)
Rustem Pasa Mahallesi, Erzak Ambari Sok. No:92, Eminonu - Fatih
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(42 Ratings)
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558nevilleh
May 22, 2024
Great Trip - Yousef was a great guide on a wonderful trip. We visited maybe 10 - 12 food stops ranging from market to best restaurant via the oldest Turkish Delight shop in town. We were on the Asian as well as European parts of Istanbul reaching the later via a short boat ride. The event was a great mix of interesting and fun.
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Likesmifood
May 12, 2024
Yusuf you’re a star, a great experience and one to be remembered for a very long time - We booked his tour from the U.K. and we’re delighted to meet Yusuf who took us on an experience which, I suspect, would be impossible on one’s own. His knowledge of Turkish history is encyclopaedic as his knowledge of Istanbul and where to find really authentic food. We started on the European side of Istanbul where we had a couple of small dishes and then took the ferry across the Bosporus to the Asian side of the city less common for tourists where we were taken to some hidden away places and some very famous ones. The authenticity of the tour and the genuine interest of Yusuf made it an evening to remember for all of the right reasons. Thank you Yusuf you’re a star!🙏
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K8572burobertt
Mar 30, 2024
An amazing insight to Turkish cuisine - We’ve had the most amazing day with Emel tasting all the culinary delights that Istanbul has to offer .
We tried all kinds of foods that we would have been nervous to try on our own , so it was fantastic to have someone to choose all the best dishes to taste.
It’s been a fantastic introduction to the world of Turkish cuisine.
We also had the sweetest , nicest guide who was a pleasure to meet and learn from .
Thank you Emel you looked after us so well !
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Robin
Mar 19, 2024
Great tour with Emel - We had a wonderful evening dinner tour. Our guide Emel was so great. She made our day. It was really “eating like a local”. We can highly recommend this tour. Many thanks to Emel.
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Juansj6846lr
Mar 14, 2024
A fun night out In Turkey - Josef my tour guide was amazing I learned a ton of History of Turkey the Culture and especially the amazing food . I would highly recommend this tour .
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F8209zyrebeccac
Mar 14, 2024
Excellent food walking tour - This was such a great tour.
Our guide, Emel was fantastic. She was so knowledgeable and showed us some great areas of the city we probably wouldn't have visited otherwise.
We tried so many different delicious foods.
Emel was so generous with her time, going above and beyond what we expected.
10/10. Loved our morning eating our way around Istanbul!
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Peterli7645vg
Jan 4, 2024
Surely the best tour of Istanbul - It was so great to spend the day with Emel to tour some of the city’s most historic attractions. Her knowledge is extensive and delivered perfectly for us as parents, but also for the kids, who really warmed to her. I don’t know where we would have been without her; picking out the key exhibits (from many thousands) at the Topkapi palace, finding the best place for lunch and to buy supplies to bring home from the dizzying spice bazaar! Our personal highlight was the Blue Mosque, so beautiful and peaceful. But it didn’t end there. Emel was more than happy to give us her personal recommendations outside of the tour’s itinerary too, particularly in choosing which sights to explore on the following days and even the best place to get one of the city’s famous fish sandwiches! (And I think she was definitely right about that too). We found this indispensable, since in a city of this size and variety, it’s very easy to make the wrong choice, especially on a first visit. I think that we can say that thanks to Emel, we definitely saw some of the best that Istanbul has to offer. Thanks Emel!
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Onceinawhile2016
Dec 30, 2023
Best tour you could dream off - What an amazing tour!! Emel, our amazing guide, knows everything about the city. She showed us amazing food for the whole afternoon and told us all about what Turkish people eat and what they like. The food was amazing and of such variety and quality. We would not hesitate to recommend this tour and Emel in particular to anyone who wants to know more about Turkish cuisine and tradition.
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Alvin_w
Dec 26, 2023
Amazing experience - We recently took this tour when we were in Istanbul and were lucky enough to have Emel Kesir to be our guide for the night. We got to try food that we never had before and they were all delicious, especially those stuffed mussels. Emel made sure we had a great time and at the same time providing us with historical info not just about food but the community and the city. Highly recommend this tour!
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K4645zerebeccab
Dec 19, 2023
Great tour - fantastic guide! - We really loved this tour. Our guide, Emel, was really friendly, informative and easy going. She was very flexible and listened to what we wanted to experience. All of the food stops were great with good variety of different types of cuisine. A great way to see some of the city and try some fantastic food. 10/ 10! Thanks Emel!
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