Enjoy authentic Turkish cuisine in a Turkish home

Discover family style cooking in a real Turkish home by a native chef in English.

PRIVATE CUSTOM TOUR
Your Dates. Our Planning and Expertise.

At 9:30am, you will meet your professional guide in the hotel lobby for your Spice Market visit and private cooking class.

First we will explore the Spice Market and stop for a private Turkish spices tasting session in a shop.

The Spice Market is a must-see for all first-time visitors to Istanbul, especially foodies.

Then we will take a short scenic ferry ride over the Bosphorus from European side to the Asian side of Istanbul.

Here you will enjoy a cooking class with a local home chef and learn about traditional Turkish dishes and how a variety of international dishes influenced the Ottoman cuisine of Topkapi Palace. Learn some new recipes, which may include dishes such as eggplant salad, fragrant rice pilaf, pepper dolmas or vine leaf rolls. Your appetite thoroughly whetted, sit down and enjoy your creations with a glass of wine.

At the end of your cooking class, you will return to your hotel.

1 Full day of sightseeing in a deluxe air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver
Licensed professional English speaking tour guide
Private cooking class lesson in Turkish cuisine and a Spice market visit
Bottled water thoughout the tour
All parking fees
Complimentary Wi-Fi on the vehicle
Local taxes VAT and service charges
24/7 assistance from our office
Welcome package

Experiences: Culinary, Food, Wine, Culture & History
Meals: Lunch
Recommended Ages : 5 and above
Activity Level: Easy - Wheelchair Accessible
Best Season: 12 months
Times: Up to 8 hours

Method of Payment :

1- We accept personal or company checks drawn on a United States Bank.

2- Credit Card : Sightseeist mail-order form will be filled out, signed, and e-mailed to our office for processing. (Visa & Master Card & American Express are accepted, no additional cost)

3- Wire Transfer: Wire Transfer to our bank account; All tour confirmations indicate bank details at the bottom of the letter. (The sender is responsible for all transfer expenses including intermediary bank charges)

Payment Schedule :

The policy of our company is to receive a 25% deposit upon confirmation . The balance payment can be in cash on the arrival day.

Cancellation Policy:

61 days prior to arrival, no penalty

Between 60-31 days prior to arrival : 50% of tour price Between 30-15 days prior to arrival : 75% of tour price

Less than 14 days prior to arrival : 100% of tour price

Health & Safety first have been our top priority from the very beginning.

Sightseeist is focused on the Health and Security of clients traveling with us throughout the country.
All our vehicles are regularly sterilized and disinfected
All our staff receive regular hygiene and sanitation support

The beauty of custom travel is the ease of pivoting. If we need to change your itinerary for any reason, we can use our contacts to assist us with making alternate arrangements for our guests.

We wish you safe and healthy travels!

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TURKISH COOKING CLASS

A magical journey to explore

Enjoy authentic Turkish cuisine in a Turkish home

Discover family style cooking in a real Turkish home by a native chef in English.

PRIVATE CUSTOM TOUR Your Dates. Our Planning and Expertise.

BOOK NOW To begin the reservation process click here to fill out the form and we will be in touch.

We will take care of everything for you.

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TURKISH
COOKING CLASS

PRIVATE CUSTOM TOUR
Your Dates. Our Planning and Expertise.

BOOK NOW
To begin the reservation process click here to fill out the form and we will be in touch.