Eating Like a Local: Learn About Diverse Culinary Culture of Turkey

Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   Spice Bazaar

   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.

   5 minutes•Admission free•See on map

2. 2

   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.

   30 minutes•Admission not included•See on map

3. 3

   Famous center of the district which is also known as Bull Statue Kadikoy.

   Pass by (no stop)•Admission free

4. 4

   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.

   3 hours•Admission free

5. 5

   After the tastings in Kadiko we will try life-changing desserts such as heavenly delicious baklava from local usta's and enjoy a cup of fresh brewed Turkish tea..After all ferry ride back to Europe side.

   30 minutes•Admission not included

Meeting point

The operator confirms the exact meeting point on your voucher.

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Pickup

• Everyone is picked up
• 1591 hotels are served
• You can request another pickup address
• The operator contacts you to arrange pickup
• Pickup begins 5 min before departure

Know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• 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
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• Hotel pickups means your guide will meet you at the hotel if centrally located, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation. Hotels out of city center are subject to another meeting point.

Cancellation and refunds

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

• Cancelled and fully refunded if too few travellers book