Istanbul Private Tour: Explore the Historic Latin and Catholic Quarter
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13 Ratings
Kadıköy 2 (Çayırbaşı)
Discover the historic Latin and Catholic Quarter of Istanbul on a private tour. Visit churches, explore backstreets, and indulge in local tastings. Book now!
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Istiklal Caddesi - Explore the main avenue in the city and take a picture by the historic red tram. The street is known for its beautiful historic buildings, Catholic and Orthodox churches, restaurants and shops.
What's Included
  • Snacks
  • Tea and coffee
  • Glass of quality local wine in an authentic winery
Additional Information

On the other side of the Golden Horn, right across from what used to be Constantinople in the Roman Empire times, you will find another side of Istanbul. Here stand the authentic old European neighborhoods, historically established by Venetians and Genoese. Over centuries this area was home to Italian, French and Jewish communities and served as a financial and cultural hub.

During this private tour through Istanbul’s Latin & Catholic Quarter, you will visit the main churches of the area, and explore backstreets, passages and architectural masterpieces. Our local and passionate professional guide will make sure to highlight the hidden pearls of the neighborhood known only to the locals. Small and authentic artisan shops, cafes beloved by locals for decades still adorn the area today. What is more, you will savor authentic local tastings and end the tour with a glass of handpicked delicious quality Turkish wine at a charming winery.

Enjoy this private tour with a professional guide!

Location
Kadıköy 2 (Çayırbaşı)
in case your hotel is not in our pick-up areas please meet your host in front of Kadıköy 2 (Çayırbaşı) pier terminal
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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W458lffrankl
May 31, 2024
An Indescribable Culinary Experience in Turkey - Exceptionally memorable tour. We were provided with an abundance of knowledge regarding Turkish cuisine and were able to sample a wide variety of it. Adaptations were made to accommodate my meat intolerance whenever feasible, ensuring that I did not miss out.Sinan was an exceptional guide, and our conversation was a delight. Visiting a distinct region of Istanbul was enjoyable.
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Sophiemaess
May 30, 2024
Ayşenur will take you on a tasty and cultural Kadıköy street food tour. - Ayşenur took us on the Kadıköy Street Food Tour. There were six of us on the tour, and we got to try a lot of the great food in Istanbul on the Asian side. Ayşenur, our wonderful guide, was happy to teach us about her culture and show us some great places we will definitely visit again. Very strongly suggested!
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B3186expamelaa
May 30, 2024
Amazing Istanbul Tour with Vines & Pearls, Ayşenur - Top tour guide in all of Istanbul! Fantastic meal and wonderful people made for an incredible time! Thank you Ayşenur and Vines and Pearls.
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977kattied
May 29, 2024
Amazing Dining Experience with Sinan - Fantastic cuisine, excellent guide Sinan who provided us with historical background in addition to culinary knowledge. Strongly advised
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Levica4153ym
May 29, 2024
Varied and entertaining culinary tour - Nicely varied and entertaining culinary tour. The fact that residents crowded every station was wonderful. I had never tried most of the cuisine, so it was wonderful to discover new places to go back to. Elvan was incredibly flexible and fired up. He could include some desserts that we wanted to sample and gave one of our guests vegetarian or pescatarian options. Excellent price for a truly enjoyable evening.
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Kinsey_a
Apr 7, 2024
Great combination of local food, Turkish wine, and history all in one tour! - Aysenur was a fabulous guide through the streets of Kadikoy! She provided a rich combination of history, culture, food, and wine for us as we visited several areas and tasted four delicious Turkish wines. I was so busy listening, looking, and tasting that I didn’t snap any photos! My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed it!
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Max_richter
Mar 9, 2024
Explore the culinary delights of Istanbul - An amazing tour with Aysenur! She led us through some fantastic spots, introducing us to a variety of delicious foods paired with Turkish wines I knew nothing about. A truly eye-opening experience that I highly recommend to anyone looking to explore the culinary delights of Istanbul. Thank you, Aysenur, for an unforgettable journey!
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Stnjhn
Mar 8, 2024
Great food tour in a youthful district Kadikoy! - An unexpected delight! My partner and I, a couple from New Jersey, embarked on the evening tour in Kadikoy and were blown away. From delicious street foods paired with local Turkish wines to uncovering hidden cultural spots, every moment was magical. Highly recommend for an unforgettable night out in Istanbul!
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Traveler26473051398
Mar 7, 2024
Turkey's wines and culinary delights - What a fantastic experience! My friends and I joined this tour with little knowledge about Turkish wines and cuisine, but we were blown away. Our favorite pairing was the crisp white Emir with the delicious local pastry called borek. The creamy cheese filling of the borek perfectly complemented the smoothness of the Emir wine. Sinan, our wonderful guide, led us through four more delightful wine and food pairings, along with extra tasting stops along the way. It was both delicious and fascinating—a perfect introduction to Turkey's culinary delights. Thank you, Sinan, for an unforgettable tour!
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Gabrieledq1556mz
Mar 7, 2024
I love vines and pearls ❣️ - As a food tour guide in Rome, Italy, food is not just a passion but a way of life for me. When I travel, I take my culinary experiences very seriously and choose carefully. Vines and Pearls caught my eye with their carefully curated experiences, and I must say, I was not disappointed! We had the pleasure of trying four wines: two whites, a red, and a natural wine—all of which were exceptional and unexpected, made from local grapes found only in Turkey! And while Turkish food is already fantastic, the pairings were incredibly well done and fitting. It was a culinary journey that exceeded my expectations. Grazie mille, Vines and Pearls, for a truly unforgettable experience! And a special thank you to Sinan for hosting us with such warmth and hospitality.
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