2 DAYS Private and Guided Istanbul Food Tour - Istanbul Old City Tour
2 DAYS Private and Guided Istanbul Food Tour - Istanbul Old City Tour
The Istanbul old city tour will take you to the roots of historic Istanbul with a visit to the monuments of Byzantine and Ottoman cultural heritage. The Istanbul food tour takes you off the beaten track so you can sample the real tastes of Istanbul and experience delicious Turkish delicacies you may not have known existed. While discovering local markets you will also gain an overview of Turkish history and culture while appreciating the unique architecture of Istanbul.
Whether you are a food expert or just love food the Istanbul Food Tour will fulfill your eating dreams.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Blue Mosque
The tour starts at the Blue Mosque. The Blue Mosque is the second largest mosque in Istanbul, built during the Ottoman Period. It is known for its blue Iznik tiles and as the only Ottoman mosque with 6 minarets. (Please note due to the renovation work, the Blue Mosque is partly closed)
30 minutesTopkapi Palace
Then we will visit Topkapi Palace, the Ottoman Sultans' main palace until 1856. Many famous exhibitions are housed in the palace. The Imperial Treasury is another part of the palace with an 86-carat diamond on display. We will have a splendid view of the Bosporus and the Golden Horn from the palace.
2 hoursGrand Bazaar
The tour ends with a visit to the Grand Bazaar. It is the largest bazaar in the world with 52 small streets and more than 4000 shops.
1 hourBasilica Cistern
Day 2: Private & Guided Istanbul Food Tour - Taste Of Istanbul
45 minutesKarakoy Rihtim
The tour will start when you are picked up from your hotel and begin with a walk around the Spice market, where you will have a chance to see where locals have been buying their spices for hundreds of years. We will then walk from Galata bridge to Karakoy, where we have our Turkish breakfast, which includes Turkish menemen, sucuklu omlet, kaymak, and honey.
2 hoursBeyoglu
Then we will catch a metro up to Pera and walk along the famous Istiklal street to have a cup of tea or coffee.
1 hourKadikoy Carsisi
In the afternoon, we will catch a ferry from the European side of Istanbul to the Asian side to Kadikoy (Kalkedon ancient name that means the city of the blind) where you can taste authentic Turkish cuisines or taste Mersin's tantuni or if you are feeling adventurous maybe have a liver wrap. We will continue to the fish market, where you can sample stuffed or fried mussels as well as pickles. Turkish people love their pickles, and we will visit a shop that only sells pickles.
2 hoursMisir Carsisi (Spice Market)
No accommodation included on this day.
1 hourIncluded
- All Fees and Taxes
- Public transportation.
- Entrace fees of Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia Museum.
- 1x Lunch
- 1x Breakfast
- Entry/Admission - Basilica Cistern
- Entry/Admission - Topkapi Palace
Not Included
- Lunch during the old city tour.
- Harem entrance at Topkapi Palace.
Good to Know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Please note: the itinerary is subject to change, based on the location's availability and weather.
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- The Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays. The Blue Mosque and The Hagia Sophia are closed to visitors until 14.30 on Fridays. The Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.