Private guiding. Local food. Your own pace.
Private Istanbul Food Tours Across Europe & Asia
Our private Istanbul food tours bring you to the breakfast tables, markets, and neighborhood kitchens we know personally. Choose a morning or evening visit, and we will plan the food and pace around your interests.
Your licensed, English-speaking guide is with your party alone. Before you book, we discuss what you like to eat, how much walking suits you, and any dietary requirements. Meet our local guides.
Children, families, vegetarians, vegans, and travelers who prefer a slower pace are welcome. Tell us about dietary restrictions, allergies, or mobility concerns in advance so we can discuss suitable stops and a practical route.
Choose Your Private Food Tour
We can adjust the food stops, allow more seated breaks, or shorten or extend your tour. For changes or dietary requests, please contact us before booking so we can confirm the program and price.
Private and Guided Istanbul Food Tour - Taste Of Istanbul
Begin with Turkish breakfast in Karakoy, followed by coffee and baklava, then cross by public ferry to Kadikoy for its market, local kitchens, and street food. We choose the tastings around your appetite and preferences.
Meet at Karakoy T1 tram station, beside the ticket vending machines.
Included: Licensed private guide, food tastings, non-alcoholic drinks, and public ferry tickets. Alcoholic drinks and private vehicle service are additional.
Private Two Continents Food Tour in Istanbul (Europe + Asia)
Spend the evening tasting local dishes on Istanbul's European and Asian sides, with a public ferry crossing between them. We plan the stops around your tastes and allow time to sit and enjoy the food.
Meet beside the fountain in the interior courtyard of Kilic Ali Pasa Mosque, across from Tophane tram station.
Included: Licensed, English-speaking private guide, selected food tastings, non-alcoholic drinks, and the public ferry crossing. Alcoholic drinks, personal purchases, and private transportation are not included.
Private Vegetarian / Vegan Istanbul Food Tour
A private food tour planned around your vegetarian or vegan diet, with seasonal vegetables, olive-oil dishes, mezze, and market tastings. We discuss what you eat before choosing the stops and adjust the program to your preferences.
Meet at Karakoy T1 tram station, beside the ticket vending machines. Please confirm your dietary requirements in advance.
Included: Licensed private guide, selected food tastings, non-alcoholic drinks, and public transportation for the agreed route.
Premium Private Istanbul Food Tour with Hotel Pickup
Enjoy selected food stops with private vehicle pickup and drop-off. We plan the balance of walking and driving around your accommodation, interests, and comfort, leaving time to sit and enjoy the food.
Share your hotel or Galataport details and preferred date so we can confirm the arrangements.
Included: Licensed private guide, selected tastings, and private vehicle pickup and drop-off as confirmed in your proposal.
Private Istanbul Food and Wine Tasting Tour
Combine selected food stops with a Turkish wine tasting. We discuss the wines and dishes you enjoy, then plan a private program with time for conversation and a comfortable pace between visits.
Please share your wine preferences and dietary requirements so we can confirm suitable arrangements.
Included: Licensed private guide, the agreed food and wine tastings, and non-alcoholic drinks as specified in your proposal.
Luxury Guided Istanbul Food and Shopping Tour
Combine local food with shopping assistance for authentic rugs, tiles, ceramics, jewelry, or textiles. We plan the visits around what you would like to find, with no obligation to purchase and no commissions or kickbacks.
Tell us what you would like to shop for before we plan the route. Private transportation is an optional add-on.
Included: Licensed private guide, agreed food tastings, and a route planned around your food and shopping interests. Purchases are separate.
A Program That Suits You
We welcome families with children and guests who prefer a slower walk, shorter distances, or more frequent breaks. Share children's ages, walking preferences, and any mobility concerns before booking. Some routes involve uneven surfaces and ferry boarding; we will discuss what is practical for your party.
Vegetarian and vegan diets are welcome. Please tell us about food allergies, celiac disease, or other dietary restrictions before booking. The places we visit use shared kitchens, utensils, and preparation areas, so cross-contamination is possible. We can discuss suitable options with the venues, but cannot guarantee an allergen-free experience. For severe allergies, please contact us before booking so we can assess whether the tour is suitable.
Shopping stops are added only when requested, including when you choose the food and shopping tour. Read about our private shopping assistance in Istanbul.
We can adjust the length and pace of every food tour for families, dietary requirements, and slower walkers. Please contact us before booking to confirm changes. Online booking is available for the signature tour. For the evening tour and other experiences on this page, use the contact button so we can confirm availability and the arrangements personally.
Questions About Our Private Food Tours
What time does the evening food tour start, and where do we meet?
The Private Two Continents Food Tour in Istanbul (Europe + Asia) starts at 4 p.m. and lasts approximately four hours. Meet beside the fountain in the interior courtyard of Kilic Ali Pasa Mosque, across from Tophane tram station. We confirm the meeting instructions before your tour.
Are these shared group tours?
No. Your guide works exclusively with your party. Ferry crossings use public transportation, and restaurants and markets remain open to other guests.
Can you accommodate vegetarian or vegan diets?
Yes. Tell us your dietary requirements before booking so we can plan suitable tastings. Please also mention allergies or foods you avoid.
Can you accommodate food allergies or celiac disease?
Please contact us before booking. We can discuss your requirements with the venues, but shared preparation areas mean we cannot guarantee an allergen-free experience. Read our dietary and shared-kitchen information.
Can children and slower walkers join?
Yes. We discuss children's ages, your preferred pace, and any mobility concerns before arranging the route. We can allow more breaks or suggest a shorter program.
Can we shorten or extend the tour?
Yes. Please contact us in advance to discuss your preferred duration. We will confirm the program, inclusions, and any price adjustment before booking.
Are alcoholic drinks and private transportation included?
Alcoholic drinks and private vehicle service are included only when explicitly stated in your selected tour or confirmed proposal. The signature and evening walking food tours include their stated tastings, non-alcoholic drinks, and public transportation; private vehicle service is additional.
Include Food in Your Turkey Trip
We can combine your food tour with private Istanbul sightseeing or include it in a custom-made multi-day Turkey itinerary. For a longer journey, we can arrange Cappadocia, Ephesus, Pamukkale, or Gallipoli, together with hotels, domestic flights, and private transfers.
Arrange Your Private Istanbul Food Tour
Send us your preferred date, number of guests, children's ages, and the tour that interests you. Include any dietary restrictions, walking preferences, and changes you would like us to consider.