Flavors of Istanbul – Private Local Food & Market Experience
Overview
Taste Istanbul’s authentic flavors on a private half-day food tour. Visit local markets and traditional eateries with a licensed guide.
This guided tour explores intricate alleyways and hidden corners, offering an authentic taste of the city.
Start with the aroma of freshly baked simit from a local bakery, a beloved Turkish staple to dolma, borek and baklava which is showcasing Istanbul’s rich pastry traditions. Explore bustling markets where locals pick up daily produce and spices, immersing yourself in the vibrant atmosphere.
Conclude at a traditional Turkish coffeehouse, savoring the rich, intense flavors of Turkish coffee. This tour is about more than just eating; it’s about experiencing Istanbul like a local, gaining a deeper understanding of its culture and vibrant food scene.
What's Included
- Water
- Samples to taste and drink
- Transportation (public transportation)
- Private guide
- Personal expenses
Meeting and Pickup
Guests will be met at their hotels or a meeting point can be set by talking to our team.
What To Expect
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Karakoy
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Bosphorus Strait
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
KadIkoy CarsIsI
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Flavors of Istanbul – Private Local Food & Market Experience?
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Activity code: C-11522P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
- Water.
- Samples to taste and drink.
- Transportation (public transportation).
- Private guide.
- Personal expenses.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Flavors of Istanbul – Private Local Food & Market Experience is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Flavors of Istanbul – Private Local Food & Market Experience will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Water
- Samples to taste and drink
- Transportation (public transportation)
- Private guide
- Personal expenses
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
