Kadıköy Culinary Walking Tour – Discover Chalcedon’s Treasures Through Taste

• Start with a traditional Turkish breakfast at a local eatery in Karaköy

• Take a scenic ferry ride to Kadıköy (ancient Chalcedon), the historic Asian hub of Istanbul

• Stroll through Kadıköy’s vibrant markets and backstreets for cultural and culinary discovery

• Explore the famous Fish Market and sample local treats like baklava and muhallebi

• Enjoy lunch at Çiya Restaurant, known for its rich Anatolian menu

• Unwind with a traditional Turkish coffee before taking the ferry back to Karaköy

Curious to discover the heart of Istanbul’s Asian side? This guided culinary walking tour takes you from Karaköy to Kadıköy via ferry for a day of tastes, textures, and tradition. Explore markets, try authentic dishes like baklava, lunch at the beloved Çiya, and sip Turkish coffee where locals gather. Ideal for foodies, history buffs, and curious travelers alike. All Tours

✔️ Traditional Turkish breakfast in Karaköy

✔️ Round-trip ferry tickets between Karaköy and Kadıköy

✔️ Guided walking tour in both neighborhoods

✔️ Tastings: baklava, muhallebi, and local delicacies

✔️ Lunch at Çiya Restaurant

✔️ Turkish coffee experience

❌ Hotel transfer (available on request)

❌ Additional food/drinks not mentioned

Pick-Up: Available upon request from central Istanbul hotels

Drop-Off: Ends at Karaköy after return ferry

📍 Güllüoğlu Baklava Shop – Karaköy
Meet your guide at one of the most iconic pastry shops in the city.

• Begin with a warm Turkish breakfast at a local Karaköy cafe

• Ferry across the Bosphorus and arrive in bustling Kadıköy

• Sample delicacies in the market, explore backstreets and artisanal vendors

• Enjoy lunch at Çiya – featured in global culinary publications

• Sip Turkish coffee and reflect before returning to the European side

• Reservations must be made by 16:00 for next-day participation

• Wear comfortable shoes for walking and dress appropriately for weather

• Notify us in advance for any dietary restrictions

• Tour may be modified in case of severe weather or ferry delays