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Savor the flavors of Asia and Europe on a food tour of Istanbul and conquer the cuisines of the city’s 7 hills. Follow a local to neighborhood cafés to find Kurdish food, typical drinks, and more.

Highlights

• Try the foods of Istanbul on both the Asian and European sides of the Bosphorus
• Cross the Bosphorus Strait by public ferry
• Browse the local food and fish markets in Kardikoy
• Sample local drinks like cay (tea), served in a tulip shaped glass
• Taste the Kurdish foods typical of southeast Turkey

Description

Explore the cuisines of Istanbul on a food tour of both sides of the Bosphorus. Take in the city as your cross the Bosphorus with the included ferry. Stop a 9 mouth-watering locations and sip on 4 drinks. Savor an entrée, main course, and a dessert. Starting at Karakoy Pier, ride a public ferry across the Bosporus Strait to Kadikoy Port. Enjoy views of 2 continents on the journey.  Stroll around the Kadikoy neighborhood visiting local markets and diving down a maze of streets lined with local shops selling all kinds of produce. Go to the fish market to try some delicious mussels stuffed with rice and spices. Stop at break at a café, full of locals playing backgammon. Follow your guide to a restaurant that specializes in home cooked food from the Kurdish area of south east Turkey (vegetarian and gluten free options available). Head back to the European side on the ferry, admiring views of Istanbul at night. Indulge in something sweet at a local eatery where you can sample a Turkish dessert.

Includes

English-speaking local gourmet guide Bosporus ferry crossing (return) Entrees, main courses, and desserts 8 food stops with 15 different kinds of food 4 non-alcoholic drinks

Important Information

• Please advise on booking of any dietary requirements (vegetarian, food allergies, etc.) Please provide a contact mobile number

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