Istanbul is one of the world's great culinary cities, and this is a refined, unhurried way to taste it. On this fully private tour, your licensed local guide leads you to the addresses Istanbul truly treasures, from a beloved breakfast house to one of the finest baklava houses in the city, sharing the history and craft behind every plate as you savour your way from one side of the Bosphorus to the other.

Which side of the city do you dine on? Both. The journey spans the European and Asian shores, connected by a scenic ferry across the Bosphorus, and includes the much-loved Kadikoy food market.

What will you taste? The day opens with one of Istanbul's finest Turkish breakfasts, an abundant spread of cheeses, honey and kaymak, warm pastries and tea. You then sample a handful of iconic street classics such as balik ekmek, mussels and kokorec, sit down to expertly grilled kebab at a renowned kebab house, and finish at one of the best baklava houses in Istanbul, with a cup of proper Turkish coffee.

Is it suitable for vegetarians or special diets? Absolutely. Turkish cuisine is wonderfully vegetable-forward, and every stop is quietly tailored to vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or allergy needs. Throughout, the pace is gracious and entirely your own, private to your group alone.