Istanbul Born on the Bosphorus Food Tour Exploring Three Distinct Waterside Neighborhoods
by Culinary Backstreets Istanbul
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$300Overview
This six-and-a-half-hour Istanbul food tour explores three distinct waterside neighborhoods along the Bosphorus Strait, focusing on the experience of being born on the Bosphorus. The tour begins in Beşiktaş market on the European side, a busy ferry hub with narrow streets, local beer bars, and simple restaurants serving breakfast all day. The group starts with traditional breakfast dishes such as menemen, Turkish-style scrambled eggs, and bal kaymak, clotted cream with honey. Participants visit an Ottoman-era bakery to collect freshly baked bread to take on the boat crossing. Next, the tour includes a boat ride across the Bosphorus Strait to Üsküdar market on the Asian side, where traditional food customs remain strong. Visitors sample local products including honey from Eastern Turkey, olives, and sweets from a third-generation candymaker. The final neighborhood visited is Kuzguncuk, known for its distinctive character and local vendors. The itinerary involves walking through markets, a boat crossing of the Bosphorus, and visits to various food sellers. Bottled water, breakfast, snacks, lunch, tea, and coffee are provided throughout the day.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Bosphorus Strait
The Bosphorus Strait divides Istanbul into its European and Asian parts and has inspired many throughout history, including Emperor Constantine and Mark Twain.
Drive-by
The route passes through several notable places in the Bosphorus area on the way to the next stop.
Beth Yaakov Synagogue
A 30-minute visit to take in the traditions of this synagogue.
30 min
Meeting point
There is a large anchor out front on the street side – we will meet by the anchor.
End point
There is a large anchor out front on the street side – we will meet by the anchor.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Istanbul Born on the Bosphorus Food Tour Exploring Three Distinct Waterside Neighborhoods
by Culinary Backstreets Istanbul
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$300Overview
This six-and-a-half-hour Istanbul food tour explores three distinct waterside neighborhoods along the Bosphorus Strait, focusing on the experience of being born on the Bosphorus. The tour begins in Beşiktaş market on the European side, a busy ferry hub with narrow streets, local beer bars, and simple restaurants serving breakfast all day. The group starts with traditional breakfast dishes such as menemen, Turkish-style scrambled eggs, and bal kaymak, clotted cream with honey. Participants visit an Ottoman-era bakery to collect freshly baked bread to take on the boat crossing. Next, the tour includes a boat ride across the Bosphorus Strait to Üsküdar market on the Asian side, where traditional food customs remain strong. Visitors sample local products including honey from Eastern Turkey, olives, and sweets from a third-generation candymaker. The final neighborhood visited is Kuzguncuk, known for its distinctive character and local vendors. The itinerary involves walking through markets, a boat crossing of the Bosphorus, and visits to various food sellers. Bottled water, breakfast, snacks, lunch, tea, and coffee are provided throughout the day.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Bosphorus Strait
The Bosphorus Strait divides Istanbul into its European and Asian parts and has inspired many throughout history, including Emperor Constantine and Mark Twain.
Drive-by
The route passes through several notable places in the Bosphorus area on the way to the next stop.
Beth Yaakov Synagogue
A 30-minute visit to take in the traditions of this synagogue.
30 min
Meeting point
There is a large anchor out front on the street side – we will meet by the anchor.
End point
There is a large anchor out front on the street side – we will meet by the anchor.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.