This tour mainly covers the traditional and modern way of tea and coffee drinking habits, the change and the evolution of this on Turkish culture, different brewing methods for tea & coffee and 4 different tastings. The guests also have a chance to do a little shopping in the Spice Market which is the main center for hundreds of different tea leaves, spices, coffee beans and delights. Most of the route is designed around the local, artsy and colorful streets such as Cukurcuma, Tomtom and Galata. The guests are free to take a look at the shops on our route, maybe do a little shopping, take some photos. Every Lonely Planet Experience also comes with six months' free access to Lonely Planet's Guides app, which includes over 8,000 destination guides, and unbeatable discounts in the Lonely Planet store.

Additional Information

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Curated by Lonely Planet, powered by Withlocals
• This experiences is carbon neutral
• This experience is guided by local experts
• Face masks required for travellers in public areas
• Face masks required for guides in public areas
• Social distancing enforced throughout experience
• Guides required to regularly wash hands

Logistics Instructions

Start location : At the entrance of Firuzaga Kahvesi coffee shop We advise guests to take the tram: T1 tram line, get off at tophane station and walk up hill. Bus is not convenient.

End location : You will finish the tour at the exit of the spice market.

Tickets

*Mobile or paper ticket accepted
*One per booking

Prices

* Per Person

Adult : from 18 to 99 : from 0 to 8 Persons

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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