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PRIVATE ISTANBUL CULINARY TOUR & Hidden Cultural Gems
Private food tour in Istanbul and cultural hidden gems of the old city!
Visit local restaurants serving the most delicious food gems
wine tasting in Istanbul
Private food tour in Istanbul and cultural hidden gems of the old city!

PRIVATE ISTANBUL FOOD TOUR & Hidden Pearls of the old city

By Vines and Pearls
9.8 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$365 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Embark on a private food tour in Istanbul to immerse yourself in the local food culture and discover authentic culinary gems! This comprehensive culinary experience showcases the entire spectrum of Turkish culinary heritage, from street vendors to local canteens, tea gardens, and luxury restaurants, complete with wine tasting.

Moreover, delve into the city's hidden cultural and historical treasures, including small boutique galleries, a hidden mosque, and a historic cemetery. Uncover beloved local restaurants and street vendors, relishing in the best Turkish foods.

To top your culinary experience you will enjoy a glass of local quality wine, as wine-making traditions in Turkey span centuries and should not be missed!

This private food tour caters to both meat lovers and vegetarians, ensuring a delightful tasting experience for all. Immerse yourself in local traditions, tantalise your taste buds, and unveil Istanbul's culinary and cultural heritage through this remarkable journey.

Activity location

  • Grand Bazaar
    • Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • German Fountain
    • At Meydanı Caddesi
    • 34122, Binbirdirek, İstanbul, Turkiye

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Alcohol Free 2 hour tour
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h4h
  • English

Duration: 2 hours
2 hours tour alcohol free: you will try local delicacies selected by your culinary guide during this 2 hours tour!
Hidden gems and local bites: you will start at the Spice market, visit the hidden small mosque, enjoy local tastings along the way!

Price details
AU$365.17 x 1 AdultAU$365.17
Total
Price is AU$365.17

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedVegetarian options available
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate Tour through hidden cultural gems
  • What's includedWhat's included10 food tastings
  • What's includedWhat's includedHotel or port pick-up
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate experience
  • What's includedWhat's included1 glass of quality Turkish wine from the native grapes
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate professional guide

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Grand Bazaar
  • 20m
You will explore the hidden pearls of the world famous Grand Bazar
Rustem Pasha Mosque
  • 20m
See the cosy and undescovered Rustem Pasha mosque
Eminonu Square
  • 20m
A historic district where you will explore street food vendors, and local restaurants and discover cultural hidden gems with a help of the professional guide
Sultanahmet District
  • 1h
You will explore hidden pearls of the historical Sultanahmet district and visit culturally significant spaces such as old cemeteries, small gallery spaces, and corner shops.
Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)
  • 1h
Walk through the spice market and explore eastern spices and learn how they are used in the Turkish cooking traditions.
Blue Mosque (Pass by)
Depending on the season and your guide's itinerary you will pass by the iconic Blue Mosque
Hagia Sophia Mosque (Pass by)
On your route you will pass by the iconic Hagia Sophia, the route may vary on the seasonality and the judgement of your guide
Topkapi Palace (Pass by)
While enjoying your glass of wine glimpse at the historic Topkapi palace.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESGrand Bazaar
    • Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEGerman Fountain
    • At Meydanı Caddesi
    • 34122, Binbirdirek, İstanbul, Turkiye

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