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This tour offers a private culinary experience across three distinct districts of Istanbul. Throughout the day, you will have the opportunity to savor a variety of Turkish cuisine, with many dishes rooted in the rich culinary traditions of Anatolia that have evolved over thousands of years. We will utilize public transportation, which is renowned for its efficiency and is considered among the best in the world. We will also enjoy many beautiful view of Bosphorus and Golden Horn, They are picturesque. Additionally, you will have the chance to appreciate the stunning silhouette of Istanbul. I will also provide recommendations for other attractions to enhance your trip. Therefore, I suggest booking this tour early days of your vacation to make the best plan together for your remaining days. Note1: approx. 16000steps during the tour. Note2: route is about visiting diffent districts, many streets and restaurants. Unfortunately it is not wheelchair accessible in all points.
We will enjoy many different food here which is one of the important places in Asian side of Istanbul.
We will enjoy many different food here which is one of the important places in European side of Istanbul.
I can pick you up from Galataport terminal gate exit with a board your name written on. After you book your tour you can also text me for a hotel pick up. This is only valid for central hotels (Taksim, Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, Pera, Galata, Karaköy Districts) This pick up is only a meeting with guide. Then we will either walk or use public transportation together.
Local Turkish Cuisine Food Tour of Istanbul lasts about 5–6 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
Prices start at $260 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. I can pick you up from Galataport terminal gate exit with a board your name written on. After you book your tour you can also text me for a hotel pick up. This is only valid for central hotels (Taksim, Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, Pera, Galata, Karaköy Districts) This pick up is only a meeting with guide. Then we will either walk or use public transportation together. Pickup points include MEET_AT_DEPARTURE_POINT, CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyFf21tccmNtPudakPQfIMkg=.
The experience is available in EN, TR.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 9 travellers can book together.
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 5 verified reviews; it is run by Eylem Yalcinkaya (Istanbul Guide). Most-mentioned highlights: Guiding Fee (In-person: English, Turkish).
Did the private tour with Eylem which was very good. She customised the tour to your needs, tasted excellent local foods, shopping and also monuments in the area. Very friendly and knowledgeable guide and would recommend!!
With its fluent and engaging narrative, Action Miss turned our cultural tour into a feast, we took a great tour that dominated our convenience, gastronomic stops, and smells of history. Can't wait for the next tour.
We had a fantastic day with Eylem. We've seen a lot of the city thanks to Eylem. And of course enjoyed the delicious food of Istanbul. Also before the tour we had received very good contact and tips. If you are looking for a guide in Istanbul, you really have no choice but to choose her.
Dear Mark, You and your team are doing something amazing. I hope to see you again maybe with families next time. Greetings to you all. 🫶🏻🙃 Best regards, Eylem
This tour was absolutely amazing! Eylem was so fun and engaging for an entire day of exploring Istanbul through food. She took us to so many different areas to try local foods, shifting and altering plans to accommodate our wishes. What a great way to explore a new city….nothing beats eating your way around.
Dear Kathy, It was my pleasure to meet you and your team. You were all so lovely and we spent amazing days together. You are also such a great travel planner. Hope to see you again :). Best Regards, Eylem
I can’t say enough great things about Eylem and our experience in Istanbul. She is so friendly and fun and catered our tour to the types of things we wanted to do. She is also very knowledgeable of the history of everything there. We had originally booked two days with her but asked her to add on a third day because the sightseeing was so much more interesting and enjoyable with her.
Thank you Jenny :) I enjoyed the 3 days we have spent together. That was my favorite kind of city sightseeing and you were so nice people &i am glad to meet you all. :). Best Regards, Eylem
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local Turkish Cuisine Food Tour of Istanbul | 5–6 hours | 5.0 (5) | $260 | |
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