Private and Guided Istanbul Food Tour: Taste of Istanbul

Name: Private and Guided Istanbul Food Tour: Taste of Istanbul
Brand: Wonderplan
Rating: 5.0 (208 reviews)

★★★★★ 5.0 (208 reviews)

5 hours – 6 hours

About This Experience

Unlike many standard food tours that include limited tastings or extra spending along the way, this 5-6-hour private experience is a fully all-inclusive culinary journey.

100% All-Inclusive: All generous food tastings and non-alcoholic beverages are covered from start to finish.

Eat Like a Local: Explore the authentic neighborhoods of Karakoy and Kadikoy across two continents and discover where locals genuinely enjoy eating.

No Hidden Shopping Stops: Your time is dedicated entirely to food, culture, and enjoying the city.

A Personal Pace: This is not a rushed group walk, but a relaxed private culinary experience with a more personal pace.

Dietary Note: We are happy to adapt tastings for vegetarians and certain food allergies whenever possible.

Beverage Note: All non-alcoholic beverages are included. Alcoholic beverages are not included, but may be purchased separately at selected stops.

Tour Itinerary

1 hour

You will meet your guide at your preferred time, and our tour starts from Karakoy with a traditional Turkish breakfast, which includes tea, olives, cheeses, menemen. sucuklu omelet, kaymak, and honey.

1 hour

Afterward, we’ll explore Tophane, indulge in a delightful cup of tea or coffee at a chic, trendy coffee house that elevates your experience, and sample some of the freshest baklava in Istanbul.

1 hour

Later, we’ll take a ferry from the European side to the Asian side to Kadikoy, which was formerly known as Kalkedon.

2 hours

In Kadikoy, you can enjoy authentic Turkish home-cooked dishes or delicious kebabs. After that, we will continue to the fish market, where you can try stuffed or fried mussels and kokorec.

30 min

After enjoying these delicious treats, we will conclude the tour at the Kadikoy ferry station, making it easy for you to take a ferry back to your hotel. Additionally, there will be some delightful secret dishes to try. Please note that the itinerary may change based on the availability of locations and weather conditions.