Istanbul Private Wine Tasting Tour Through 3 City Wineries

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Taste and discover quality Turkish wines on a private wine tasting experience through Istanbul wineries — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Private Turkish wine tasting: Enjoy the care of a professional wine expert! — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Enjoy a private wine tasting Istanbul tour through 3 charming bestcity wineries hosted by certified wine experts.

During this private Istanbul winery tour you will discover local grapes specific to Turkey. Wine tasting includes 6 wines handpicked by your private professional sommelier and a local cheese platter.

Your personal sommelier will tell you all about wine making traditions in Turkey and the specifics of different regions. You will learn about native grapes while tasting different wines from all around the country.

You will get plenty of advice on how to pick your personal favorite Turkish wine bottle and what goes best with traditional Turkish dishes!

During this private wine tasting tour you will get insights into centuries old wine culture in Turkey that is overlooked by many travelers. This is a truly authentic and memorable private tour!

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Vines and Pearls

Ages: Adults (18–89 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 6 wine tastings per person
Included: Vegetarian alternatives available
Included: Private experience
Included: Local cheeses at the last stop!
Included: Private experienced guide - sommelier

Itinerary

Istiklal Caddesi

30 min

During the wineries tour, you will pass by the famous Istiklal street which is the main avenue in the city, known for active nightlife, restaurants and shopping centers.
Galata Tower

Passing by

While walking from winery to winery we will pass by Galata tower, one of the iconic historical places in the Galata neighborhood. The tower now functions as a museum and is a great spot for a panoramic pictures.
Stop 3

one hour

A busy and contemporary neighborhood home to local restaurants, galleries, boutique fashion shops, and wine restaurants. Here you will visit one of the most famous wine bars with an extensive wine collection and beloved by locals for generations.
Stop 4

30 min

Galata district was established by Genois and Venetians. The atmosphere of the district reminiscence the old days and reflects in the architecture of the buildings and small alleys. Here you will visit an atmospheric local winery for your final wine-tasting stop!
Cicek Pasaji

Passing by

Beautiful passage from the 19th century is a charming restaurant with a special aura
Stop 6

Passing by

You will pass by charming churches on Istiklal avenue, rich with history and charming aura
Madame Tussauds Istanbul

Passing by

The famous vax figure museum is also located in Istanbul! We will pass this charming place on our way!
Stop 8

Passing by

Admire old Christian churches during a pleasent walk between the churches!
Galatasaray High School (Galatasaray Lisesi)

Passing by

Galatasaray high school is one of the oldest in town, located in the heart of the city, it is a beautiful and monumental building.
Pera Museum

Passing by

Iconic museum with a great selection of masterpieces from different centuries and an impressive art collection.
Galata Mevlevi Museum

Passing by

Galata Mevlevi museum is a historical school for the famous spiritual dances of dervishes. A beautiful place to visit during your stay in Istanbul

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

meet your guide in front Galatasaray Lisesi on the main Istiklal avenue

End point

the tour ends at a convenient location from where you can commute by metro back to the old city or explore the magical Galata district further with great restaurants and shopping areas.