About this experience
Embark on a tour in the company of a true culinary enthusiast! He will show you beautiful scenic spots, the best markets, and authentic cafes where you can have a real feast. Your day will start with a delicious breakfast in the Karaköy district and end with a ferry ride on the Bosphorus. We will also visit the market where fresh fish is cooked right before your eyes!
What to Expect
Karaköy District.
We will start the walk with a delicious breakfast in the Karaköy district, which looks like a construction kit of dozens of small plates with a variety of local appetizers. You can also order coffee and tea prepared in a special way in Turkey, and salep - a drink made from the root of a wild orchid. The guide will introduce you to the traditions of long feasts that date back to the Ottoman Empire. If you wish, after breakfast, we can stop for a wine tasting.
Fish Market
Here, fresh fish is cooked right before your eyes. It is grilled and baked in parchment. You will try kokorech, Islak burger, ichli kefte, kebabs, shawarma, all prepared with great love and attention to detail. And for sweet lovers and children, there are Turkish sweets and ice cream!
Bosphorus Cruise
After tasting the local dishes, we will take a pleasant ferry ride on the Bosphorus. You will see Istanbul from a new perspective, and the guide will tell you about the historical landmarks, architectural masterpieces, and culinary features of the region.
Organizational Details
- We will meet at your hotel or another agreed location
- The services of a guide are included in the price
- Transportation costs (ferry and tram travel), food, and drinks are paid separately. On average, additional expenses per person amount to €45.
- We can adjust the route according to your preferences
- The tour will be conducted by one of the guides from our team
