Private Tour
Private and guided VEGETARIAN / VEGAN tour of Istanbul
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
The tour takes you off the beaten track so you can sample the real tastes of Istanbul and experience delicious Turkish delicacies you may not have known existed. While discovering local markets you will also gain an overview of Turkish history and culture while appreciating the unique architecture of Istanbul. Whether you are a food expert or just love food the Istanbul Food Tour will fulfill your eating dreams.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note: the itinerary is subject to change, based on the location's availability and weather.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
Karakoy
Our tour starts in Karakoy with a traditional Turkish breakfast, including menemen, olives, cheeses, kaymak, and honey.
Tophane Meydan Cesmesi
Afterward, we’ll explore Tophane, indulge in a delightful cup of tea or coffee at a chic, trendy coffee house that elevates your experience, and sample some of the freshest baklava in Istanbul.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Lunch
Snacks
Breakfast
Coffee and/or Tea
Private transportation
Gratuities
Alcoholic Beverages
Options
Private and guided VEGETARIAN / VEGAN tour of Istanbul
Reviews
12 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly recommended
Kerry F,,Sep 12, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing experience. Rojda was a wonderful host. We had a beautiful afternoon with her and two other guests and enjoyed some great conversation and food making and eating! Highly recommended.
Best tour of our holiday!
pebbles03,,May 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I would recommend doing this tour at the start of your trip. We learned so much about the food and culture of the city, plus our guide Furkan was so helpful in answering all of our many questions and giving suggestions for the rest of our stay in Istanbul. The food was absolutely amazing with lots of variety. 10 out of 10 experience. We were quite full by the end, but all the walking helped!
Great way to kick off your stay at Istanbul
Amit K,,Jul 8, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was Derya. She was knowledgeable and friendly. She selected just the right selection of foods and spots for casual drinks, tea, local food for us and patiently answered our questions of where to visit, where to buy stuff etc. Time just flew with her. It was as if we were visiting old friend first time on Istanbul. Her hospitality was fantastic. I would recommend anyone new to Istanbul to book the tour as it’s great way to start off your visit.
Amazing
302shwetak,,Jul 8, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Derya was just amazing!!! It felt like we were exploring the local joints with a friend. She went above and beyond by taking us to places we wanted to see. She never rushed us from one place to another. She even planned our renaming stay for Istanbul. We came back to our hotel so satisfied. Our trip wouldn’t have been so enjoyable if he hadn’t met her!!
The best experience
brucelJ6959TZ,,Jun 11, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing food and info. We wanted a local flair and we got it. Finally made it to Asian side where he's a celebrity. Everyone knows him
Food Tour Derya
JanviPatel7,,Sep 27, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Derya was so amazing and accommodating to my family and I during the food tour. She became like a friend to us, and wanted us to enjoy our time. She helped us not only try new foods, but explore the city more while accommodating our diet restrictions. Highly recommend her for a food tour!
IMPECCABLE
Extraordinary648372,,Aug 11, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent proposal. Expert, friendly guide. We provide very interesting information and recommendations to make later on our own It is responsible for buying all access tickets to Mosques/Museums/Ferries etc. Super punctual. I recommend it 100 x100
Excellent tour
איריס ב,,Dec 23, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We came to Istanbul three couples and since we had a short time to be in Istanbul we took Furkan to be our guide. He spent with us eight hours taking us to various places by walk, using the funiculare, the tram and the fairy. First of all he’s very kind, nice, has a lot of knowledge, talks English fluently. He did everything he could to make us pleased. We had a great time and would happily join one of Furkan’s tours once we come to Istanbul again. Thank you Furkan🙏😃
Furkan makes Istanbul better. Book this tour.
Kayleigh W,,Oct 30, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked this tour on the last leg of our honeymoon. He met us in the hotel and we walked the streets all day. Saw everything my Husband wanted to see and we had a great day just chatting. There is no easier way to be spoon fed this beautiful place!
History, culture, food and human interaction
Madalinacoj,,Oct 2, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was fantastic to discover and explore the amazing Hagia Sofia, The Basilica Cistern and the Grand Bazaar guided by Furkan, who is incredibly well-informed on the highlights of the old city. We had a pleasant lunch and coffee break with stories about everyday life in Istanbul :). I definitely recommend this tour, and I look forward to other trips to Istanbul to discover more beautiful places.
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