Istanbul Foodie Adventure

  1. Day 1: Turkish Breakfast at Van Kahvalti Evi
    30 minutes (8.8 km) from Istanbul Airport

    Indulge authentic Turkish breakfast with freshly baked bread, homemade jams, honey, and local cheese.

  2. Day 2: Street Food Tour in Kadikoy
    40 minutes (11.9 km) from Van Kahvalti Evi

    Taste the mouth-watering selection of street food, including famous simit, gozleme, lahmacun, and kokorec.

  3. Day 3: Anatolian Cuisine at Ciya Sofrasi
    20 minutes (6.7 km) from Kadikoy

    Try traditional Anatolian dishes with seasonal ingredients, such as stuffed squash blossoms, lamb shank, and semolina halva.

  4. Day 4: Spice Market and Lunch at Hamdi Restaurant
    15 minutes (4.8 km) from Ciya Sofrasi

    Explore the colourful Spice Market and enjoying the breathtaking views of Istanbul with delicious kebabs and mezzes at Hamdi Restaurant.

  5. Day 5: Coffee Crawl in Beyoglu
    15 minutes (5.5 km) from Hamdi Restaurant

    Sip on rich and aromatic Turkish coffee at historical coffee houses, including Cafe Mandabatmaz, Kronotrop, and Petra Roasting Co.

  6. Day 6: Seafood Feast at Balikci Sabahattin
    20 minutes (7.8 km) from Beyoglu

    Sample the fresh and appetizing selection of seafood, including grilled octopus, seabass, calamari, and shrimp.

  7. Day 7: Baklava Tasting at Karakoy Gulluoglu
    30 minutes (8.5 km) from Balikci Sabahattin

    Finish your trip with a sweet note and try the best baklava in Istanbul, including traditional pistachio, walnut, and cream-filled varieties.

Time and Cost Estimates:

  • Van Kahvalti Evi (1 hour, €10-15)
  • Street Food Tour (3 hours, €30-40)
  • Ciya Sofrasi (2 hours, €20-30)
  • Hamdi Restaurant (2 hours, €25-40)
  • Coffee Crawl (3 hours, €15-25)
  • Balikci Sabahattin (2 hours, €35-50)
  • Karakoy Gulluoglu (1 hour, €5-10)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €150-210

Useful tips:

If you have more time, explore the trendy neighbourhoods of Karakoy, Cihangir, and Nisantasi for trendy cafes, bars, and restaurants. Alternatively, take a Bosphorus cruise to admire the city's panoramic views. If you have less time, opt for a half-day street food tour to taste the city's specialties.

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