Istanbul Food Tour: Taste Delicacies on Both Continents

Experience the best of Istanbul’s European and Asian sides with a ferry crossing. Discover the history of Turkey and indulge in local delicacies on this engaging and delicious food tour.

Duration: 4 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Istanbul - Istanbul enchants with its unique fusion of East and West, rich history, stunning architecture, and lively bazaars. The charm of the Bosphorus and warm hospitality enhance its appeal, while its culinary scene is a delight for the senses—enjoy kebabs, mezes, fresh seafood, baklava, and Turkish delight, all complemented by strong çay…
What's Included
  • Round trip ferry crossing from Europe to Asia side of Istanbul
  • Inclusive of all meals and drinks
  • Guidance from a professional tour guide
  • Exclusive small group experience
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratitude
Additional Information

Discover the rich culinary landscape of Istanbul, experiencing the flavors of both its European and Asian regions. Enjoy a relaxing cruise with breathtaking views of the historic city and its islands, observing the vibrant daily life. Savor genuine Turkish cuisine at some of the city’s finest specialty restaurants and bustling food markets, especially…

Location
Hamdi Restaurant - Eminönü
Kalçin Sokak
Your guide will meet you outside the entrance to Hamdi Restaurant in Eminönü which is right next to Spice Bazaar (Mısır Çarşısı). 1 minute walk from Galata Bridge and Eminönü Tram Stop (Line T1)
Cancellation Policy

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

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Bellao621
Feb 19, 2025
I would give 10 stars if it was possible. - Erol was such a fantastic tour guide. He is very knowledgeable, very polite. The tour was wonderful and it's definitely worth it. It's a must do if you are in Istanbul and please make sure you request Erol as your guide.
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109julesp
Feb 18, 2025
Amazing food tour - The food tour in Istanbul was amazing. Super interesting discoveries, and not only culinary discoveries. This city has many secrets and Erol was the best guide to reveal them ! I strongly recommend it 👌
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Leannepb8789zl
Jan 25, 2025
Food tour - We had a wonderful tour with Erol Utgun of the Tematique company. He is very personable and we tasted many delicious Turkey dishes!
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S6255vbkenp
Jan 25, 2025
Wonderful Tour - Erol was a fantastic guide! We enjoyed every moment of the tour. Wonderful experience and I would very much recommend this!
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D8952tptaniam
Jan 22, 2025
Amazing food & culture tour of Istanbul - Fantastic tour with Erol - learnt so much about Turkish food and culture - perfect way to start our stay in Istanbul - Thank you
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Monalisaivy
Nov 6, 2024
Delicious food tour.. Erol wax terrific.. learned so much - Delicious and perfect. Thanks Erol!! Learned so much .. highly recommend.. if you want to learn about food .. try this tour! Excellent
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Karendh3524lj
Aug 29, 2024
Fun and interesting - Very interesting and informative. Myrgot was a friendly and interesting host. He was happy to detail the different foods as well as cover other interesting facts about Istanbul. Ate way too much but it was a great tour
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Caseyhodges
Aug 7, 2024
Must do good tour!! - Erol’s tour was a spectacular experience of both authentic culinary delight alongside a rich learning of local Turkish culture and life. If you are in Istanbul you must do this tour- you will not find these incredible meals without the great insider knowledge that Erol provides!
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Iain
Apr 15, 2024
The food is delicious — but just the beginning - Erol was the most amazing guide. The tour was advertised as been for small groups only, but we got lucky enough to be the only two on the tour. We started on the European side, where we wandered through the spice market and then ate börek at a small cafe. We then took the ferry to the Asian side, where we spent most of time. Wandering through Kadikoy we tried Turkish coffee, balli yogurt, pickled vegetables, menemen, kokoretto, lahmacun and katmer. Most of these were foods I wouldn’t have known to try, and all were delicious. By no means should you have breakfast before going on this tour! Often times the food was a jumping off point for learning about the history and culture of Istanbul and Türkiye. I can’t believe how much we learned in four and a half hours.
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Israel
Apr 15, 2024
FANTASTIC - This is an amazing experience that I can’t recommend enough. It was my first time doing a culinary walking tour and now I want to do one in every city I visit. Erol was fantastic, his knowledge of the city made this a complete experience, not only for the food but also the history, the colors and the magic of the city. We will come back to Istanbul and hopefully we’ll have Erol again to guide us again!
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