Gastronomic Istanbul Tour

The Cuisine of Turkey is as rich and varied as the history and culture of this fascinating country. The Ottoman Empire at its height stretched from Viena to Iran and even today, the city of Istanbul joins the continents of Europe and Asia. So it's not surprising that the cooking of Turkey also reflects an eclectic range of influences. On this 4 days tour you will find a summary of those that could be offered in a stylish way

Included

3 night accommodation in Istanbul, on BB basis
3 breakfasts at the stated hotels, 2 lunches in local restaurants, 2 dinners at local restaurant, 1 cooking class (for dinner) in Istanbul
Private services of an officially licensed, English speaking guide throughout the itinerary
Private transportation by A/C minivan throughout the itinerary
All entrance fees and parking fees as per itinerary
All food & beverage offerings as per itinerary
Expenses of guides
Fuel expenses
Local taxes and service charges

Excluded

Personal expenses
VISA to Turkey
International flight tickets
Drinks at meals
Tip to the guide & driver
Other gratitude

Itinerary

Day 1 - Thursday
Arrival at Istanbul Airport.
Transfer to the hotel in Taksim area.
Accommodation at the hotel.

Walking tour on Istiklal Street with the guide. First visit at Galata Tower, continue to Istiklal Street, Fish Market and dinner at Sevic restaurant.

Day 2 – Friday
Breakfast at Cihangir region in one of the local cafes serving breakfast.
Visiting Gulluoglu at Karakoy by walking.
Cross Galata Bridge and visit Spice Market. Buy spices, taste cheese, Turkish Delight etc. with your guide.
Lunch at Seyhmuz Kebab restaurant

Continue the program at Sultanahmet. Visit of Blue Mosque and St. Sophia.
Around 18-00 o’clock we will return back at hotel by public transportation.
Dinner at Murver Restaurant.

Day 3 – Saturday
Meeting with the guide. Gourmet breakfast at Rumeli Fortress.

Cross Bosphorus by local ferry from Besiktas. Arrive at Kadikoy region and visit local market, coffee-houses, lunch at Ciya. If it possible – meeting with the Chef at Ciya.
After lunch return back to European side by local ferry and then finucular from Kabatas to Taksim.

Meet with the chef from Cooking School and continue for shopping at fish market for cooking class.
Cooking Class and dinner at Istanbul Cooking School or similar.

Day 4 - Sunday
Free time in the morning
Transfer to the airport.

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Asian & European Sides of Istanbul

Asian & European Sides of Istanbul