Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Turkish coffee on this Istanbul tour. Learn traditional techniques, taste delicious coffee, and explore the city’s coffee hotspots.
Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Turkish coffee on this Istanbul tour. Learn traditional techniques, taste delicious coffee, and explore the city’s coffee hotspots.
- Istanbul Walks - Coffee is the national drink of Turkey, steeped in a rich historical tradition. Its journey began in Egypt, with the Ottomans introducing the first coffee beans to Istanbul in 1519. The first coffee shops emerged about 30 years later in the Eminonu district, despite prohibition decrees by some Ottoman Sultans. Our tour starts with…
- Istanbul Walks - Coffee is the national drink of Turkey, steeped in a rich historical tradition. Its journey began in Egypt, with the Ottomans introducing the first coffee beans to Istanbul in 1519. The first coffee shops emerged about 30 years later in the Eminonu district, despite prohibition decrees by some Ottoman Sultans. Our tour starts with the “Coffee Route,” where we will enjoy coffee tastings at these historic venues. Expect to explore narrow streets, ancient walkways, fascinating old bazaars, and Ottoman coffee storages. Along the way, we will visit Haci Bekir, a confectioner specializing in traditional sweets like Turkish delight and hard candy. The tour concludes with a Turkish coffee-making course, where participants will receive a certificate upon completion. A knowledgeable guide will bring history to life, ensuring your day is memorable and enriching.
- Turkish Coffee
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Hotels on the European side of Istanbul only)
- Professional guide
- Turkish Coffee
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Hotels on the European side of Istanbul only)
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
We highly recommend the ‘Must See Bosphorus Tours 1 + 2’ to enhance your Istanbul vacation. Purchasing ‘Must See Bosphorus Tours 1 + 2’ includes lunch during the Bosphorus tour.
Turkish coffee is more than just a beverage; it embodies hospitality, friendship, faith, and has been a cherished companion for generations. The preparation and consumption of…
We highly recommend the ‘Must See Bosphorus Tours 1 + 2’ to enhance your Istanbul vacation. Purchasing ‘Must See Bosphorus Tours 1 + 2’ includes lunch during the Bosphorus tour.
Turkish coffee is more than just a beverage; it embodies hospitality, friendship, faith, and has been a cherished companion for generations. The preparation and consumption of coffee have significantly influenced betrothal and gender customs, political and social interactions, prayer, and hospitality traditions over the centuries.
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This tour, combined with a coffee-making class in Istanbul, will teach you traditional methods for crafting the perfect cup of Turkish coffee.
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With the guidance of a professional, learn the art of coffee production at a local shop and savor delicious coffee at several local venues.
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Continue your coffee exploration at a spice bazaar, where you will discover Ottoman secrets for storing coffee and visit some of Istanbul’s most beloved coffee spots.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
