Private and Guided Istanbul Food Tour: Taste of Istanbul

5.0 (208 reviews) 5–6 hours Private tour

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Best breakfast in Istanbul — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Food tours of Istanbul. Best kebab in Istanbul. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Unlike many standard food tours that include limited tastings or extra spending along the way, this 5-6-hour private experience is a fully all-inclusive culinary journey.

100% All-Inclusive: All generous food tastings and non-alcoholic beverages are covered from start to finish.

Eat Like a Local: Explore the authentic neighborhoods of Karakoy and Kadikoy across two continents and discover where locals genuinely enjoy eating.

No Hidden Shopping Stops: Your time is dedicated entirely to food, culture, and enjoying the city.

A Personal Pace: This is not a rushed group walk, but a relaxed private culinary experience with a more personal pace.

Dietary Note: We are happy to adapt tastings for vegetarians and certain food allergies whenever possible.

Beverage Note: All non-alcoholic beverages are included. Alcoholic beverages are not included, but may be purchased separately at selected stops.

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At a glance

Duration: 5–6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–5
Guide: English
Operated by: Private Istanbul Walking Tours

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–10 years) · Youth (11–15 years) · Adults (16–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: The breakfast includes a variety of seasonal delicacies such as Turkish menemen, sucuklu omelet, olives, cheese, kaymak, and honey.
Included: Non acholic beverages
Included: Professional guide
Included: Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.): Ferry ticket
Included: All food tastings

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

Karakoy Rihtim

one hour

You will meet your guide at your preferred time, and our tour starts from Karakoy with a traditional Turkish breakfast, which includes tea, olives, cheeses, menemen. sucuklu omelet, kaymak, and honey.
Tophane Parki

one hour

Afterward, we’ll explore Tophane, indulge in a delightful cup of tea or coffee at a chic, trendy coffee house that elevates your experience, and sample some of the freshest baklava in Istanbul.
Stop 3

one hour

Later, we’ll take a ferry from the European side to the Asian side to Kadikoy, which was formerly known as Kalkedon.
KadIkoy CarsIsI

2 hours

In Kadikoy, you can enjoy authentic Turkish home-cooked dishes or delicious kebabs. After that, we will continue to the fish market, where you can try stuffed or fried mussels and kokorec.
Kadikoy Iskelesi

30 min

After enjoying these delicious treats, we will conclude the tour at the Kadikoy ferry station, making it easy for you to take a ferry back to your hotel. Additionally, there will be some delightful secret dishes to try. Please note that the itinerary may change based on the availability of locations and weather conditions.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Your tour guide will meet you inside the Karakoy Murat Muhallebicisi restaurant near the Karakoy T1 tram station.

End point

The tour will end at the Kadikoy ferry station on the Asian side.

Using your ticket

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
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
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Please note: the itinerary is subject to change, based on the location's availability and weather.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
The tour concludes on the Asian side at the Kadikoy ferry station, where you can easily take a ferry back to Europe.