Culinary Journey Through Istanbul Taste Europe and Asia

7 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover the rich flavors of Turkish cuisine on this immersive culinary journey across Istanbul, where East meets West. Begin with a classic Turkish breakfast, savoring fresh tea, menemen, simit, olives, cheese, and honey. Explore the vibrant Spice Bazaar, tasting Turkish delight and roasted nuts. Experience a scenic ferry ride from Europe to Asia, enjoying panoramic views of the city skyline. In Asia, indulge in local favorites like kokoreç, seasonal mezes, and wood-fired lahmacun. Conclude with a Turkish coffee experience in a cozy café, complete with dessert options like baklava and the fun of fortune reading.

- Sample traditional Turkish breakfast and street foods
- Visit the historic Spice Bazaar for unique tastes
- Scenic ferry ride offers stunning views of Istanbul
- Learn about Turkish coffee and enjoy dessert at a local café

What's Included

Street food trials
Professional licensed English-speaking tour guide
Ferry tickets
V.A.T
Transportation
Drinks with meals
Tips for the guide

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Hamdi Restaurant - Eminönü

The guide will be waiting with your name.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
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    Eminonu Square

    Begin your day with a classic Turkish breakfast in a local café: Fresh-brewed tea, menemen (scrambled eggs with peppers), simit (sesame bagel), olives, cheese, and honey with cream. Wander through the historic Spice Bazaar, stopping to taste: Turkish delight, Roasted nuts & dried fruits. Sail from Europe to Asia with a short, scenic ferry ride.Breathe in sea air, sip tea on board, and enjoy the best panoramic views of the city skyline. Once you arrive to the Asian taste your way through one of Istanbul’s most loved food neighborhoods. Kokoreç – a bold and spicy street favorite. Seasonal mezes, olives, cheeses, and pickles. Fresh wood-fired lahmacun (Turkish-style pizza) End on a high note in a cozy local café: learn the art of Turkish coffee, choose from baklava, künefe, or rice pudding and participate in optional coffee fortune reading — just for fun! Hop back on the ferry or continue exploring on your own. Your guide will leave you with insider tips for dinner, drinks, and souvenirs.

    6 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Apasas travel

Tags

Full-day Tours
Coffee & Tea Tours
Water Tours
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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