Istanbul Food and Culture Tour: Dinner at Local Family
Overview
Join a small-group food tour and experience the warmth of Turkish hospitality with a home-cooked meal at a local family's house. Explore the historic streets of Sultanahmet with your expert guide before arriving at the family home for a traditional Turkish feast. Discover the authentic flavors of Turkish cooking and engage with the family to learn about daily life in Turkey. While there may be limited English, your guide will translate, ensuring an intimate, cultural experience. Afterward, mingle with locals at their favorite spots and enjoy Istanbul from a local’s perspective.
• Enjoy a home-cooked meal with a local family, experiencing the true flavors of Turkish cuisine.
• Immerse yourself in Turkish culture with the warm hospitality of a local family.
• Wander through historical Sultanahmet and explore local haunts with the help of a knowledgeable guide.
• Chat with the family and gain insight into everyday life in Turkey while practicing authentic Turkish customs.
What's Included
- Dinner Home-cooked dinner and tea-soft drinks
- All Fees and Taxes
- Local English-Speaking Guide
- Gratuities (Recommended)
- Extra drinks at the teahouse
Meeting Location
Alemdar
Yerebatan Caddesi, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Sultanahmet District (Pass By)
Hippodrome
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Sultanahmet Square
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Istanbul (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Can accommadate vegan or vegetarian options when the clients inform us in advance.
- Please inform us for any dietaries or allergies in advance when you book the tour.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Please be aware that the standard of dress through out Turkey is conservative. To respect this and for your own comfort we recommend modest clothing. This means clothing that covers your shoulders and knees for both women and men. Turkish people do not wear shoes within the home so we suggest easy slip on shoes be worn. The weather in Istanbul is highly variable depending on the time of year. Winters range from freezing cold to extremely hot and humid in summer .
- Minimum age of passengers is: 12
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Activity code: C-15459P10
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