The tour starts in Balat, exploring the Golden Horn side of the historical peninsula. Balat was – and still is – a unique neighborhood, where the Muslims, Orthodox Christians, and Jews have been living together as friends and neighbors, since the days of the Ottoman Empire. You can see clothes, boasting a rainbow of colors, hanged to dry between balconies of opposite houses; and the inhabitants of Balat are in no way less colorful than what they wear. İstanbul is simultaneously a historical and a modern city that offers the best for every taste. You start your second day of the tour drinking your morning coffee, at a restaurant with the breath-taking view of Bosphorus, in the trendy "high society" neighborhood of "Bebek". You will be sitting in Europe, looking at Asia: a very unique experience.

Discover the authentic flavors of Turkish cuisine on this private gourmet tour. Indulge yourself with 10 hand-picked Turkish delights and listen to your local guide, who will spice up your promenade with some bits of history and city's legends. Sample such local treats as cheese and simit bread, Açık Pide, baklava, and then relax in the oldest hammam in Istanbul. Let your local guide know if you want to make any adjustments to the itinerary. They can fully customize the tour around your needs. · Private tour customized around your wishes; · Sample 10 traditional delicacies; · Learn about Turkish culture, history, and culinary traditions during a relaxing walk; · All food tastings and vegetarian alternatives included.