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Born on the Bosphorus: Exploring Three Distinct Waterside Neighborhoods

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This Istanbul food tour explores the neighborhoods lining the Bosphorus, where palaces, markets and old fishing villages reveal different layers of the city’s history and culture. We’ll begin in lively Beşiktaş with a classic Turkish breakfast of menemen and bal kaymak before visiting an Ottoman-era bakery for freshly baked treats. From there, we’ll cross the Bosphorus by ferry to Üsküdar, where we’ll explore the market and taste specialties from a honey vendor, an olive shop and a third-generation candymaker. We’ll then continue to Kuzguncuk, one of Istanbul’s most atmospheric neighborhoods, known for its multicultural past. As we wander its leafy streets, we’ll visit small restaurants, artisanal food shops and local producers while learning about the Jewish, Christian and Muslim communities that once lived side by side here.

  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Breakfast
  • Coffee and/or Tea

There is a large anchor out front on the street side – we will meet by the anchor.

Meeting and Pickup

  1. The Bosphorus Strait, which divides the city of Istanbul and separates the European and Asian continents, has never failed to inspire; from Emperor Constantine to Mark Twain, its charms are well noted.

  2. On the way to find the next best bit we will pass through some special places in this area

  3. Here we will take in the tradition

Service animals allowed Public transportation options are available nearby Specialized infant seats are available Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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