7-Day Foodie Itinerary in Turkey

  1. Day 1: Breakfast in Kadıköy Market
    40 minutes (10 km) from Istanbul International Airport

    Experience the lively food market, try traditional Turkish breakfast and enjoy the unique atmosphere.

  2. Day 2: Istanbul Street Food Tour
    25 minutes (8 km) from Kadıköy Market

    Join a local expert guide for a street food tour of Istanbul, taste local cuisines like simit, Lahmacun, and more.

  3. Day 3: Visit to Spice Bazaar and Dinner Cruise on Bosphorus
    20 minutes (6 km) from Istanbul street food tour

    Smell the exotic fragrance of spices and buy some to take home. Later, enjoy a dinner cruise filled with traditional Turkish cuisine and music.

  4. Day 4: Visit to Antalya Farmer's Market
    Flight from Istanbul to Antalya (1 hour 30 minutes)

    Visit the farmer's market at the Old Town of Antalya and witness the traditional way of commerce.

  5. Day 5: Antalya Food Tour
    10 minutes (3 km) from the Antalya Farmer's Market

    Get a taste of the unique flavors of the Mediterranean region by joining a food tour of Antalya.

  6. Day 6: Wine Tasting and Lunch at Çamlıbel Vineyards
    Drive from Antalya to Çamlıbel Vineyards (2 hours)

    Sip on some of the best-tasting wines in the Mediterranean region and enjoy a peaceful lunch with a beautiful view.

  7. Day 7: Gaziantep's Baklava and Food Tour
    Flight from Antalya to Gaziantep (1 hour 30 minutes)

    Taste the best Baklava in the world and indulge in the unique flavors of Gaziantep's cuisine by joining a food tour.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kadıköy Market (2 hours, £10)
  • Istanbul Street Food Tour (3 hours, £50)
  • Spice Bazaar and Dinner Cruise on Bosphorus (4 hours, £80)
  • Antalya Farmer's Market (1 hour, free)
  • Antalya Food Tour (3 hours, £40)
  • Wine Tasting and Lunch at Çamlıbel Vineyards (4 hours, £70)
  • Gaziantep's Baklava and Food Tour (5 hours, £60)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £310

Useful Tips

For foodies who are short on time, consider skipping the Gaziantep leg, Take an overnight bus to Antalya from Istanbul to save time.

If you have more time, consider exploring the beautiful Aegean region and trying fresh seafood, especially in Alacati.

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