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Istanbul Foodie Walk with Ferry Ride
Book Istanbul food tour for unique culinary experience.
Eat your way through the history rich streets of old city and chic neighborhood Kadikoy of Istanbul on Two Continents including 20 minutes ferry ride. Stopping at 10 food stops to sample delicious traditional turkish cuisine like a local. Learn history, food and culture in amazing way.
Other things to note
Please advise about special dietary needs. If gluten free or vegetarian.
Do you eat nuts & seafood?
Local Food, History and Hidden Places
Welcome to Istanbul's highest rated food & walking tour that covers unique delicacies, hidden streets and extraordinary locations in the old part of the city.
The day will start in front of epic Spice Market and first experience will be a unique Turkish pide cooked in old oven located in a historical building which was built in 1888.
Then it will be time to mingle in the crowds and taste several luscious breakfast treats as well as hand-made pickles in different stores on a colorful street.
We will have our scrumptious Turkish delights from a 245 year old shop after having a walk in gorgeous Spice Market.
The perfect time for tasting the famous döner is just afterwards. We will visit a little food stall which is in business since 1970! That may be the best döner in town !
Exploring the incomparable Grand Bazaar as real locals do, we will discover the best type of kebabs that are cooked at the moment just for us in the little hidden restaurants inside the bazaar.
Turkish coffee is always best after a perfect meal. So next will be the coffee tasting while watching the people walking in the bustling streets of Grand Bazaar.
Before heading to the cosy streets along the marvellous Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, it's time to indulge ourselves with the famous Turkish dessert; Baklava!
If you have any vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free or similar diet, please let us know in advance.
Turkish Coffee Culture & Fortune-Telling Workshop
Turkish Coffee is tradition, art, ritual, culture.
Discover the culture and rituals of Turkish coffee in the best coffeehouse of Istanbul, by a small alley of Beyoğlu.
Come &discover the basic of Coffee Grounds Fortune Telling.
In all the Levant, Balkans and Caucasus, people developed an art of divination by reading the coffee grounds in the cup.
You will meet your Turkish coffee expert, on Istiklal caddesi, the main boulevard of Istanbul, and together we will go to drink the best Turkish coffee cup you ever tasted. Guaranteed!
There are few old authentic coffee houses left, on the small side-alleys: we selected the very best one, where the coffee is densely creamy, the aroma strong and tasty as it should be. 50+ years of activities is the best reference!
After drinking your coffee the rituals of KAHVE FAL may start! The coffee grounds in your cup (and plate) will show images, that only experience and talent can recognize and translate into fortune telling. We will try to see and interpret them: with the help of a complimentary booklet, with plenty of images and examples, and their meanings.
COVID Update: the experience is perfectly compatible with general health recommendations regarding avoid contagion during pandemic. Protective masks are mandatory in Istanbul, social distancing will be respected, open air sitting is preferred
Other things to note
We are NOT telling your fortune, reading your past/future, wishes/worries.
We do NOT believe in fortune telling as a divination. We will introduce you the the art and rituals of Turkish coffee
Popular Bars, Clubs & Rooftops of Istanbul
Some of the best clubs and bar streets of Istanbul start in Taksim. We will meet at the location. Once we are all ready we will make our way to one of Istanbul's best clubs/lounges. Due to new restrictions we want to keep this tour simple so we will visit a max of 3 places but all 3 places are some of our favorite spots in the city. The tour will technically end around 12:30 am but everyone will have the option to continue on afterwards. We will take you through the lively bar streets of Beyoglu, to a traditional turkish spot where we will have a surprise drink and from there to 1 of the top clubs in the city. Everyone is responsible for their own alcohol expenses. This keeps the logistics simple and the price more reasonable. Please dress accordingly. No shorts or flip flops for example. :)
Please Note - we try to have an equal ratio of guys and girls due to ratio rules of the high end clubs so please do understand thats how it works in most major cities. We absolutely do our best to make sure the group is good and everyone has a great time. We have special guests lists for some places. No other hosts can show you guys around the city the way we do! You will experience the many layers and the dynamics of Istanbul night life.
Highlights & Hidden Gems of Istanbul
Join us on a fascinating walking tour through the heart of Istanbul! Our expert guide will lead you through the city's rich history and culture as we visit some of the most iconic sites in the city.
First, we'll visit the Hippodrome, the ancient chariot racing stadium and center of Byzantine public life. Next, we'll marvel at the stunning Hagia Sophia, a former cathedral and mosque now . And as a special treat, we'll skip the ticket line and go straight into the mysterious Basilica Cistern, an underground water storage system dating back to the 6th century.
All of this for just 15 euros? Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to discover the beauty and history of Istanbul at an unbeatable price!
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Istanbul's Most Food-tastic Walk
Here is the top-rated&most reviewed food walk on Airbnb Istanbul!
Hindu-friendly food experience! The majority of the food in this experience consists of lamb.
Would you like to try Turkish food and learn about our cuisine, but can't decide where to start? Then you are invited to spend an afternoon with me and HAVE AN ABSOLUTE BLAST eating epic Turkish food whilst roaming around some of the Peninsula's most charming and historical streets.
During this experience, I guarantee you are going to be 'stuffed like a turkey' eating the best Turkish cuisine and won't pay for anything extra other than your initial booking cost.
EVERYTHING IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE!
I will take you to several local eateries and at each place, I'll handle everything so that the only thing you need to do is to relax and enjoy the fabulous dishes happen to be on our route!
After eating in multiple eateries, we will crown our experience with the most mind-blowing sweets of the Anatolian cuisine.
So, what are you waiting for? You would not want to leave Istanbul without indulging yourselves in this food-tastic experience!
Istanbul Foodie Walk with Ferry Ride
Book Istanbul food tour for unique culinary experience.
Eat your way through the history rich streets of old city and chic neighborhood Kadikoy of Istanbul on Two Continents including 20 minutes ferry ride. Stopping at 10 food stops to sample delicious traditional turkish cuisine like a local. Learn history, food and culture in amazing way.
Other things to note
Please advise about special dietary needs. If gluten free or vegetarian.
Do you eat nuts & seafood?
Must Do Attractions and Hidden Gems of Old City
CITY WONDERS. HIDDEN GEMS. OTTOMAN. BYZANTINE. BASILICA CISTERN, LEGENDS, STORIES and FOODS
Our interactive experience starts at HIPPODROME (1). A nice and fun talks about background and present ancient monuments ( Egyptian Obelisk, Serpent Column and Walled Obelisk). Then walk to an interesting archeological finding (HIDDEN GEM) (2)
Walk through ARASTA BAZAAR (3) on our way to BLUE MOSQUE(4). It is an Ottoman architectural beauty with its indoor giant columns, stain glasses, Iznik tiles and beautiful classic dome patterns.
Next is another HIDDEN GEM visit (5) Then have a break for tea and coffee (optional). Have some best pictures before walking to HAGIA SOPHIA (6) This is one of its kind temple from God to Humankind in comparison with many others. Get ready see something from Noha's ark and only example in the universe!
Next is a kind of time traveling to underground, see BASILICA CISTERN (7) ( Excluded- 300TL PP )!
Sample some STREET FOODS (optional) before GRAND BAZAAR (8) visit. We will have an orientation walk together then give tips/recommendations for Grand Bazaar and rest of your trip.
PLEASE NOTE:
>We do inside visit Hagia Sophia.
>Experience ends at Grand Bazaar. It is near by T1 Tram stop.
>Grand Bazaar is closed Sundays. So It is replaced with Spice Bazaar.
Local Food & Kadıköy and Moda neighborhood in Asian side
I want to share my city with you, you will step into the heart of Istanbul with me. You will gonna see my life a local’s life.
You will gonna see almost all kind of Turkish food. I did not include food PRICE because I didn’t want to increase the price, it is your choice to taste and eat.
It is better to do it on the first day, it is not possible to taste all of them in one day but you can taste them in the following days.
It is not only food, we will talk about politics, culture and my life. You will be able to step into my life.
All shops and restaurants accept credit card, you will spend roughly 300-400 TL
We will walk a lot, please wear comfortable shoes!
Please Come Hungry!
Local Food, History and Hidden Places
Welcome to Istanbul's highest rated food & walking tour that covers unique delicacies, hidden streets and extraordinary locations in the old part of the city.
The day will start in front of epic Spice Market and first experience will be a unique Turkish pide cooked in old oven located in a historical building which was built in 1888.
Then it will be time to mingle in the crowds and taste several luscious breakfast treats as well as hand-made pickles in different stores on a colorful street.
We will have our scrumptious Turkish delights from a 245 year old shop after having a walk in gorgeous Spice Market.
The perfect time for tasting the famous döner is just afterwards. We will visit a little food stall which is in business since 1970! That may be the best döner in town !
Exploring the incomparable Grand Bazaar as real locals do, we will discover the best type of kebabs that are cooked at the moment just for us in the little hidden restaurants inside the bazaar.
Turkish coffee is always best after a perfect meal. So next will be the coffee tasting while watching the people walking in the bustling streets of Grand Bazaar.
Before heading to the cosy streets along the marvellous Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, it's time to indulge ourselves with the famous Turkish dessert; Baklava!
If you have any vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free or similar diet, please let us know in advance.
⭐ Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop
Let's the artist within you as we craft a stunning Turkish Mosaic Lamp together, adding the perfect touch to your home decor.
✦ Orientation:
Join us for a warm welcome to our workshop! Upon your arrival, we'll dive into an engaging presentation about the history and craftsmanship of Mosaic Lamps.
✦ Hands-on Session:
No experience? No problem! We'll provide all the necessary materials and guide you every step of the way.
Learn the fascinating technique of placing a geometric template on a glass sphere to create a traditional mosaic design, under the guidance of our skilled instructors. Enjoy drinks, and snacks, and share stories about your travels and artistic inspirations while you work.
✦ Free time:
As we wait for your mosaic lamp design to dry, let's take a break and have a refreshing drink together. How about we chat about the beautiful landmarks and secret treasures of Istanbul?
✦ Final Touches:
Once your unique design is dry, we will assemble the remaining pieces and ensure everything is ready.
✦ Meeting Points:
⚬ for the European side, Sirkeci Hafiz Mustafa
⚬ for the Asian side, Üsküdar Marmaray Station
✦ Notes:
Our workshop kit simplifies the process by including a table lamp and all necessary assembly components. Our host will manage all arrivals and departures for the experience on the Asian side of Istanbul.
Reserve your spot now for a truly unique experience!
Istanbul Old City Tour with Highlights
- If the private tour you want to join is not on the date and time you want, I can rearrange the tour for you if you send a message.
This is the ultimate tour for first time visitors to Istanbul. We visit the most fascinating sights of historical Istanbul (Sultanahmet area) in this specially curated one day tour that provides the perfect introduction to the old city.
Hagia Sophia - The Church of the Divine Wisdom will welcome us at the beginning. Then we'll head to a few historical Ottoman and Byzantine buildings that are much less known and are used today outside of their purpose.
We arrive at the monumental entrance of the Grand Bazaar by following the Divan Yolu, known as the "Road to the Imperial Council" in the Ottoman period.
This tour takes in Istanbul’s biggest sights and goes beyond them to show you the bustling energy of the city’s coffee houses, bazaars, and traditional workshops.
Which sights do we visit on this tour?
-Hagia Sophia
-Mosque
-Basilica Cistern ( excluded - 300TL pp )
-The Hippodrome
-Grand Bazaar
-Coffee Houses
*Lunch is optional and not included
Take a journey through the history of one of the world’s greatest cities with a professional guide bringing its secrets to life...
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⭐ Turkish Coffee Making & Fortune Telling Workshop
Join me for an immersive journey into Turkish Coffee Culture, led by a passionate local expert.
Uncover the rich history and tradition of this ancient brew. You'll not only learn how to create your own authentic Turkish Coffee but also receive a beautiful Turkish Coffee Making Set as a keepsake to cherish!
✦ Coffee Culture & History:
Upon arrival at the coffee shop, you'll enjoy an engaging presentation on Turkish Coffee Culture and History, exploring its unique place in Turkish society.
✦ Hands-on Workshop:
Get hands-on as you grind coffee beans and brew your own Turkish coffee using a cezve, guided by our expert presenter. You'll also have the chance to taste two more different traditional aromatic Turkish Coffees.
✦ Conversations & Fortune Telling
As you savor your freshly brewed Turkish Coffee, participate in a lively local coffee conversation, just as the Turkish people do. Additionally, you will learn the art of Turkish coffee fortune-telling!
✦ Your Turkish Coffee Gift Set
As a final touch, you'll receive your own Turkish Coffee set, complete with a cezve, coffee, and traditional mug when you are back home!
✦ Meeting Points:
European Side: Sirkeci Hafiz Mustafa
Asian Side: Üsküdar Marmaray Station
Our host will manage all arrivals and departures for the experience on the Asian side of Istanbul.
Reserve your spot now for a unique experience!
⭐ Istanbul Asia Side Highlights in a Day
We offer the most unique part of Istanbul, far from touristic attractions but reflect more local life and tastes in our experience. Yes, we will change continent!
You will be amazed with the best of Istanbul, a mixture of the city's history and dining experiences. We will visit some neighborhoods where local people like to spend their free time to relax and you might not be able to find them by yourself. We will use public transportation (ferry and bus) during the tour and it is included in the price.
ITINEARY;
SALACAK (MAIDEN'S TOWER)
USKUDAR (Historical Ottoman Mosques)
KUZGUNCUK (First Jewish Village in Istanbul)
CENGELKOY and View of BOSPHORUS (Street Foods)
Some snacks and drinks are included. You can see the list below. We will try our best to show more about local life in Istanbul and the culture. It is recommended to bring $20-$30 cash equivalence of Turkish lira. We will be walking for most of the tour, please wear comfortable shoes.
Bonus: We also recommend an amazing dinner for our guests after the tour but it is optional and it is not included with the tour. Please ask your host about it.
Meeting Point: Sirkeci Train Station
Endpoint: Uskudar Ferry Terminal
Great İstanbul experience in Old Town
Welcome to the top rated experience page where you can explore unique historical spots in the old town and experience shopping and more.
We start our tour from the spice bazaar with its 350 years of history. We will taste Turkish delight and baklava, some of the most famous delicacies of Turkey.
After visiting the historical new mosque we are in the Grand bazaar, which is the first market on earth. You will see why it is so famous and 55 million visitors a year come just to see the Grand Bazaar. and you will not believe its beauty.
We are at the Nuruosmaniye Mosque, which is famous for its Baroque architecture. A magnificent work made entirely of marble.
Our next stop is of course the symbol of the city, Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. I am sure you will be fascinated when you look at these two magnificent mosques.
The tomb of the last 3 sultans of the Ottoman Empire. I am sure you will smell history from this old cemetery.
I have not forgotten the point where we will drink Turkish tea and coffee. but the place is secret :)
And our last stop is the Süleymaniye Mosque, which is admired by current architects and scientists. ( optional )
I will help you find the cheapest and best quality product for your shopping during our tour.
note: we can arrange our trip according to your wishes. Some historical bazaars are closed on Sunday.
Turkish Coffee Culture & Fortune-Telling Workshop
Turkish Coffee is tradition, art, ritual, culture.
Discover the culture and rituals of Turkish coffee in the best coffeehouse of Istanbul, by a small alley of Beyoğlu.
Come &discover the basic of Coffee Grounds Fortune Telling.
In all the Levant, Balkans and Caucasus, people developed an art of divination by reading the coffee grounds in the cup.
You will meet your Turkish coffee expert, on Istiklal caddesi, the main boulevard of Istanbul, and together we will go to drink the best Turkish coffee cup you ever tasted. Guaranteed!
There are few old authentic coffee houses left, on the small side-alleys: we selected the very best one, where the coffee is densely creamy, the aroma strong and tasty as it should be. 50+ years of activities is the best reference!
After drinking your coffee the rituals of KAHVE FAL may start! The coffee grounds in your cup (and plate) will show images, that only experience and talent can recognize and translate into fortune telling. We will try to see and interpret them: with the help of a complimentary booklet, with plenty of images and examples, and their meanings.
COVID Update: the experience is perfectly compatible with general health recommendations regarding avoid contagion during pandemic. Protective masks are mandatory in Istanbul, social distancing will be respected, open air sitting is preferred
Other things to note
We are NOT telling your fortune, reading your past/future, wishes/worries.
We do NOT believe in fortune telling as a divination. We will introduce you the the art and rituals of Turkish coffee
Cozy Bosphorus Yacht Tour with Unlimited Wine and Music
Seagulls squawking, ocean breeze, the sun setting behind historical buildings the sound of oriental music. Close your eyes, take a breath and open them to the astonishing beauty of the bosphorus.
You’ll be joining us to some of the most breathtaking views of Istanbul and experience the bosphorus in the most vast way. We will welcome you on our yacht and show you the most historic and pretty sights along the bosphorus.
We will start from Bebek and make a full circle between two most famous bridges of Istanbul, experiencing both European and Asian sides while passing through the biggest historical, natural and architectural landmarks of Istanbul, including the palaces, mosques and famous seafront houses. We will share with you the history of these landmarks.
The environment that we created represent our style, cosy, organic, fun and comfortable. We will serve some wine, Turkish coffee or tea while listening to some oriental electronic music in the background. Feel free to connect your own music or bring your own drinks and food which we would be happy to serve. We have blankets and a small heater if needed. Please keep in mind that this is a mixed group tour so you will have the opportunity to meet other likeminded
travelers. The tour will be 1h instead of 2h if only two people book. You also have the option to book a private tour for only you and your group.
Popular Bars, Clubs & Rooftops of Istanbul
Some of the best clubs and bar streets of Istanbul start in Taksim. We will meet at the location. Once we are all ready we will make our way to one of Istanbul's best clubs/lounges. Due to new restrictions we want to keep this tour simple so we will visit a max of 3 places but all 3 places are some of our favorite spots in the city. The tour will technically end around 12:30 am but everyone will have the option to continue on afterwards. We will take you through the lively bar streets of Beyoglu, to a traditional turkish spot where we will have a surprise drink and from there to 1 of the top clubs in the city. Everyone is responsible for their own alcohol expenses. This keeps the logistics simple and the price more reasonable. Please dress accordingly. No shorts or flip flops for example. :)
Please Note - we try to have an equal ratio of guys and girls due to ratio rules of the high end clubs so please do understand thats how it works in most major cities. We absolutely do our best to make sure the group is good and everyone has a great time. We have special guests lists for some places. No other hosts can show you guys around the city the way we do! You will experience the many layers and the dynamics of Istanbul night life.
Travel & Portrait Photos in Istanbul
We will meet in Galata Tower and we will start by heading to a cafe to have a bit of turkish tea or a coffee to loosen up and get to know each other better before I take your portraits. Afterwards we will begin the session by starting at the Taksim Tunnel and then walking to the Galata Tower and Karakoy taking photos along the way in the pretty colorful streets we will pass by. I start by guiding you in the directions and poses as needed, and once you get comfortable I will let you lead helping you here and there. We will do lots of fun and intimate shots and we will end the experience at the Galata Bridge where afterwards you can enjoy the view from one of the restaurants or explore one of my favorite neighborhood.
Highlights & Hidden Gems of Istanbul
Join us on a fascinating walking tour through the heart of Istanbul! Our expert guide will lead you through the city's rich history and culture as we visit some of the most iconic sites in the city.
First, we'll visit the Hippodrome, the ancient chariot racing stadium and center of Byzantine public life. Next, we'll marvel at the stunning Hagia Sophia, a former cathedral and mosque now . And as a special treat, we'll skip the ticket line and go straight into the mysterious Basilica Cistern, an underground water storage system dating back to the 6th century.
All of this for just 15 euros? Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to discover the beauty and history of Istanbul at an unbeatable price!