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Istanbul: Guided Food Tour with 20+ Tastings on 2 Continents

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Half-day trip from Istanbul visiting Spice Bazaar, Istanbul, Spice Bazaar, Istanbul and Kadıköy market. Operated by Yummy Istanbul.

Highlights

  • Start near the historic Spice Market with classic Istanbul bites

Istanbul: Guided Food Tour with 20+ Tastings on 2 Continents: Key Facts

PriceFrom $176 per person
Duration5.5 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

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Istanbul: Guided Food Tour with 20+ Tastings on 2 Continents

Half-day trip from Istanbul visiting Spice Bazaar, Istanbul, Spice Bazaar, Istanbul and Kadıköy market. Operated by Yumm...
5.5 hours
English
$176
Free cancellation

Full description

A half-day trip out of Istanbul taking in Spice Bazaar, Istanbul, Kadıköy market, Kadıköy Çarşı and Moda. The longest stop is Kadıköy market, at about 1 hour. There are 5 stops in all.

The running order is Spice Bazaar, Istanbul (15 min), then Kadıköy market (1h), then Kadıköy Çarşı (45 min), then Moda (30 min), then Finish at:.

The price covers 20+ food tastings across 8 carefully chosen stops, Full Turkish breakfast and sit-down lunch-style tastings, Selected local drinks and Local food guide. It does not cover hotel pickup and drop-off, Tips and Alcoholic drinks, so budget for those separately.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Starting location:

Viyana Kahvesi Sirkeci

Spice Bazaar, Istanbul

Guided tour, Food market visit (15 minutes)

Spice Bazaar, Istanbul

Breakfast (45 minutes)

Ferry

(30 minutes)

Kadıköy market

Guided tour, Food tasting (1 hour)

Kadıköy Çarşı

Lunch (45 minutes)

Kadıköy market

Street food, Food tasting, Regional food (1 hour)

Moda

Coffee, Tea, Dessert, Food tasting (30 minutes)

Finish at:

Kadıköy

Includes

  • 20+ food tastings across 8 carefully chosen stops
  • Full Turkish breakfast and sit-down lunch-style tastings
  • Selected local drinks
  • Local food guide
  • Guided walking food tour from Sirkeci to Kadıköy and Moda
  • Bosphorus ferry ticket from Europe to Asia
  • Return ferry ticket from Kadıköy

Excludes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Tips
  • Alcoholic drinks

Important information

Meeting point

The operator confirms the exact meeting point and time once your booking is confirmed, and you will have it well before the day. If you would rather know before you book, message us on WhatsApp and we will ask them for you.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 5.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Frequently Asked Questions

20+ food tastings across 8 carefully chosen stops, Full Turkish breakfast and sit-down lunch-style tastings, Selected local drinks, Local food guide, Guided walking food tour from Sirkeci to Kadıköy and Moda, Bosphorus ferry ticket from Europe to Asia, Return ferry ticket from Kadıköy
The duration of the Istanbul: Guided Food Tour with 20+ Tastings on 2 Continents is typically 5.5 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
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