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Istanbul: Guided Food Tour with Ferry Ride

5.0 (14 reviews) 5 hours Free cancellation
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Istanbul: Guided Food Tour with Ferry Ride

About this activity

Savor the flavors of Istanbul on a guided food tour across two continents

Enjoy a classic Turkish breakfast with tea, simit, and more

Explore the Spice Bazaar and taste Turkish delight, nuts

Sail from Europe to Asia on a scenic ferry ride with panoramic views

Discover the Asian side’s food scene with kokoreç and lahmacun

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At a glance

Duration
5 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 10 people
People per booking
1–10
Guide
Japanese, English
Operated by
True Blue Tour

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Tea and coffee: 4 drinks
  • Included: Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.): Round-trip transportation by ferry
  • Included: Walking tour
  • Included: Meals: All tastings
  • Included: Visit to 9-10 different eateries
  • Included: English speaking licensed guide

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: Private transportation: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

  1. Misir Carsisi

    one hour

    Begin your day with a classic Turkish breakfast in a local café. Enjoy fresh-brewed tea, simit (sesame bagel), olives, cheese, and honey with cream.

  2. Misir Carsisi

    30 min

    Wander through the historic Spice Bazaar, stopping to taste Turkish delight, roasted nuts, dried fruits, and street food staples.

  3. Eminonu Pier

    20 min Admission included

    Sail from Europe to Asia with a short, scenic ferry ride. Breathe in the sea air, sip tea on board, and enjoy the best panoramic views of the city skyline.

  4. KadIkoy CarsIsI

    3 hours

    Once you arrive in Asia, taste your way through one of Istanbul’s most loved food neighborhoods. Try börek (flaky pastry stuffed with cheese or meat), kokoreç (a bold and spicy street favorite), seasonal mezes, olives, cheeses, pickles, and fresh wood-fired lahmacun (Turkish-style pizza).

    End on a high note in a cozy local café. Learn the art of Turkish coffee, choose from baklava, künefe, or rice pudding..

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Please meet your guide at Eminönü Meydan, right in front of ''HAMDİ RESTAURANT'' located in the main square. Your guide will be waiting there. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled meeting time. If you can’t find it, contact your guide or our office for help.

End point

  • The tour ends at Karaköy–Eminönü Pier. Your guide will scan your tickets for the return to the meeting point.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Smoking is not permitted in transportation vehicles

Options

  • Guided Food Tour with Ferry

  • Japanese - Guided Food Tour

Traveller ratings

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