Taste of Istanbul on Two Continents TourConquering all the cuisine and sites of Istanbul can feel like a big task when the city is nestled across two continents and seven hills. This tour will make the city feel much smaller when your local guide shows you the flavours of Turkey in Europe and Asia.
Cruise the Bosphorus on a public ferry to 'Asia' and view the historic Kiz Kulesi (Maiden’s Tower) and the magnificent Istanbul Peninsula from the blue waters of the Bosphorus. Sample Aegean coast flavours at a fresh food market in Asia. Dine on a main course of South-Eastern Kurdish and Turkish cuisine and then travel back to Europe for traditional Turkish desserts. Relax in local cafés with a glass of cay and experience genuine Turkish and Kurdish hospitality. Later in the evening try the fruity flavours of the local nargile (waterpipe). Taste of Turkey across Two Continents is the best way to get up close to Istanbul life in Asia and Europe. |
85 Euro per adult
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Tour Highlights
- Take a public ferry ride with the locals to Asia.
- Cruise the Bosporus and photograph both sides of Istanbul including the historic Maiden’s Tower and the old Istanbul peninsula with Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sopia and Blue Mosque adorning the skyline.
- Browse the local food and fish markets on the Asian side of Istanbul.
- Sample street food of stuffed mussels, pickled vegetable cocktail, beef pastrami, olives, goat cheese and more...
- Dine at a local restaurant fr dinner and enjoy the delicious local food your food expert guide order for you.
- Taste Kurdish and Turkish cuisine of Southeast regions of Turkey.
- Try and learn to make nargile ( hookah) in a 300 year old Madrasah made popular by locals. ( Please note that hookah smoking is optional).
- Relax and drink cay (tea) from a tulip shaped glass like a local.
- Enjoy the many great photo opportunities along your journey.
Tour Details
Tour style: Walking tour. Boat cruise. City orientation. Local lifestyle. Turkish and Kurdish cuisine and drinks. Storytelling. Hidden gems.
Appeals to: Travelers who like to explore attractions off the tourist trail, food lovers, those interested in Ottoman history, photographers.
Inclusions: English speaking local food guide. Travel on public tram. Bosporus public ferry crossing (return). Food sampling at the market. Entree, main course and dessert. Four drinks over the evening. Nargile ( hookah smoking ).
Exclusions: Extra food and drinks not included above. Shopping expenses.Tipping to the guide. ( recommended amount 5-10 USD per person )
Group size: This tour is available to depart daily for a maximum of 10 people.
Special notes: Our meeting point is a short walk from the Sultanahmet tram station. The public tram system starts at 6am and finishes around 12am.Children aged 6 to 11 years are 55 Euro per child. Children above the age of 12 are charged full price. Parents of children under 6 years are advised to book a private tour.
Appeals to: Travelers who like to explore attractions off the tourist trail, food lovers, those interested in Ottoman history, photographers.
Inclusions: English speaking local food guide. Travel on public tram. Bosporus public ferry crossing (return). Food sampling at the market. Entree, main course and dessert. Four drinks over the evening. Nargile ( hookah smoking ).
Exclusions: Extra food and drinks not included above. Shopping expenses.Tipping to the guide. ( recommended amount 5-10 USD per person )
Group size: This tour is available to depart daily for a maximum of 10 people.
Special notes: Our meeting point is a short walk from the Sultanahmet tram station. The public tram system starts at 6am and finishes around 12am.Children aged 6 to 11 years are 55 Euro per child. Children above the age of 12 are charged full price. Parents of children under 6 years are advised to book a private tour.
Tour Schedule
Duration: Between 5 & 6 hours
Meeting point: Fuego Cafe & Restaurant
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Incili Cavus Sokak. No: 15A
Sultanahmet, Istanbul 34110
Click here for the location
Starting time: 18:00 PM
Approximate finishing time: 23:00 PM
Finishing point: Beyazit/Grand Bazaar area. Your guide can describe how to get back to your hotel in your own time.
Meeting point: Fuego Cafe & Restaurant
Alemdar mah.
Incili Cavus Sokak. No: 15A
Sultanahmet, Istanbul 34110
Click here for the location
Starting time: 18:00 PM
Approximate finishing time: 23:00 PM
Finishing point: Beyazit/Grand Bazaar area. Your guide can describe how to get back to your hotel in your own time.
Itinerary
Our meeting point is the Fuego Cafe & Restaurant in Sultanhamet – located in the heart of the main tourist area of Istanbul. From our meeting point we board the local tram to Eminonu Port (European Continent) where we transfer to a public ferry to cross the Bosporus Strait to Kadikoy Port (Asian Continent). On the ferry you will have a great view of the Asian and European sides of Istanbul and have the opportunity to take photos along the way. On arrival to Asia we then stroll in the Kadikoy district visiting local food markets and mazes of streets that are lined with local shops selling just about anything! From here we walk to the fish markets and taste the delicious mussels stuffed with rice and spices. Have a break in a local café where you can learn popular board games of backgammon or Okey. By now you will feel hungry and luckily your guide knows a very nice restaurant in Kadikoy which specializes in home cooked foods from the Kurdish area of south eastern Turkey. This includes vegetarian and gluten free options. With full stomachs we head back to Europe via the public ferry. Take in the great view of Istanbul by night. We then take a will try Turkish dessert in Europe before taking the tram to a 300 year old madrasah which has been converted to a local café. Here we relax for a drink and take in the lifestyle of the locals. Try the fruity flavors of the nargile washed down with authentic Turkish beverages like Turkish cay, Turkish coffee, sahlep or boomba tea. Your guide can even show you how to make the best nargile in Istanbul. The madrasah is the last stop of the tour and is situated on the major tramline so you are welcome to depart the tour at anytime.
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