Overview
"Istanbul: Sips of Europe & Asia" isn’t just a food or drink tour — it's a sensory journey across continents. What sets this experience apart is its seamless blend of culture, taste, and storytelling: we explore not only what locals drink, but why, when, and with whom.
From the spice-scented lanes of the Old City to the lively meyhane culture of the Asian Side, you'll travel like a local, sip like a local, and learn the deep stories behind each flavor — from Ottoman sherbets to Anatolian wines.
This tour is small-group, curated with passion by a local guide, and features hidden gems you won’t find on typical routes — including historic cafés, traditional soup kitchens, family-run meyhanes, and independent craft producers.
We connect continents — and cups — in one unforgettable experience.
What's Included
- A curated route through both European & Asian sides of Istanbul
- All drink tastings listed in the itinerary
- Cultural and historical storytelling throughout the tour
- Licensed local guide
- Gratuities (optional but appreciated)
- Additional food or beverages outside the tasting selections
- Transportation to the meeting point or from the end point
- Gluten-free, vegan, and alcohol-free options are not available.
Meeting Location
Hobyar
Mimar Vedat Sokak, 34112 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Caferağa
34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye
Our journey concludes on the Asian side of Istanbul, at the lively Kadıköy Ferry Terminal. From here, you’re free to continue exploring Kadıköy’s vibrant markets, cafés, and bars – or catch a ferry back across the Bosphorus.
What To Expect
Sirkeci
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Bosphorus
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Kadikoy
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
KadIkoy CarsIsI
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Kadikoy
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Kadikoy Iskelesi
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Severe food allergies (nuts, dairy, gluten, seafood, etc.)
- Gluten intolerance / celiac disease (bread, beer, soup, and meze may contain gluten)
- Lactose intolerance (some tastings include milk-based drinks and yogurt-based dishes)
- Vegan or strict vegetarian diets (most tastings are traditional and not easily substitutable)
- Alcohol-free preferences (rakı, wine, and craft beer tastings are integral to the experience)
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Istanbul Sips of Europe and Asia?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-5512166P9
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
- A curated route through both European & Asian sides of Istanbul.
- All drink tastings listed in the itinerary.
- Cultural and historical storytelling throughout the tour.
- Licensed local guide.
- Gratuities (optional but appreciated).
- Additional food or beverages outside the tasting selections.
- Transportation to the meeting point or from the end point.
- Gluten-free, vegan, and alcohol-free options are not available.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Istanbul Sips of Europe and Asia is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Severe food allergies (nuts, dairy, gluten, seafood, etc.)
- Gluten intolerance / celiac disease (bread, beer, soup, and meze may contain gluten)
- Lactose intolerance (some tastings include milk-based drinks and yogurt-based dishes)
- Vegan or strict vegetarian diets (most tastings are traditional and not easily substitutable)
- Alcohol-free preferences (rakı, wine, and craft beer tastings are integral to the experience)
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Istanbul Sips of Europe and Asia will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- A curated route through both European & Asian sides of Istanbul
- All drink tastings listed in the itinerary
- Cultural and historical storytelling throughout the tour
- Licensed local guide
- Gratuities (optional but appreciated)
- Additional food or beverages outside the tasting selections
- Transportation to the meeting point or from the end point
- Gluten-free, vegan, and alcohol-free options are not available.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Severe food allergies (nuts, dairy, gluten, seafood, etc.)
- Gluten intolerance / celiac disease (bread, beer, soup, and meze may contain gluten)
- Lactose intolerance (some tastings include milk-based drinks and yogurt-based dishes)
- Vegan or strict vegetarian diets (most tastings are traditional and not easily substitutable)
- Alcohol-free preferences (rakı, wine, and craft beer tastings are integral to the experience)
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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