Turkish culinary tour – 6 days
Dive into the tasty universe of Turkish cuisine on an unforgettable journey through Istanbul, Canakkale, Pergamum and Kusadasi.
Between cooking classes, cultural visits and historical discoveries, this stay perfectly combines gastronomy, heritage and local encounters.
An experience rich in flavors and emotions!
FI: Flights are not included in the package.
From 1887 $Ca
Departure date : 01/04/2025 to 31/03/2025
Duration of stay :6 Days
Stay: Canada >> Turquie
Flight : Not Included
Transfer : included
Guide: included
Visits : Included
2 nights
Hotel : The Central Palace Hotel Taksim *
1 night
Hotel : Troia Tusan Hotel 4*
2nights
Hotel : Odelia Resort Hotel 5*
Room rates
Off season
from 01/11/2025 to 31/03/2026
Peak season
from 01/04/2025 to 31/10/2025
Hotel Istanbul
The Central Palace Hotel Taksim *
Hotel Canakkale
Troia Tusan Hotel 4*
Hotel Kusadasi
Odelia Resort Hotel 5*
Travel Itinerary
1✈️ Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul – Welcome Dinner
(Welcome dinner included)
Welcome to Turkey! Arrival in Istanbul. Transfer from the airport and check-in at your hotel. A welcome drink will be offered, followed by a meet-up with Turkish cuisine experts. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner, meet our team and fellow travelers, and savor Turkish specialties in a mystical atmosphere.
Overnight in Istanbul
2Day 2 – Turkish Cooking Class in Istanbul
(Breakfast included)
After a morning orientation and guided tour of Istanbul, you will take your first Turkish cooking class. Discover the flavors of different regions of the country and prepare a lunch that you will enjoy.
In the afternoon, visit Topkapi Palace, the former residence of Ottoman sultans, housing priceless collections: imperial jewels, Chinese porcelain, sacred relics of Prophet Muhammad, miniatures, royal garments, and more.
Then visit the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet) and the ancient Hippodrome with its historic monuments: the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpent Column, and the Column of Constantine.
Overnight in Istanbul
3Day 3 – Visit of Gallipoli & Cooking Class in Canakkale
(Breakfast and dinner included)
Departure at 6:30 AM. 20-minute break after two hours of driving. Arrival in Gallipoli around noon. After lunch, visit the battlefields: Gabatepe Museum, Ariburnu Cemetery, Anzac Cove, Beach Cemetery, Shrapnel Valley, and Plugge's Plateau.
After the visit, check-in at your hotel in Canakkale. In the evening, discover Western Turkish cuisine: pide and vegetarian/cheese lahmacun.
Overnight in Canakkale
4Day 4 – Visits of Troy & Pergamon – Heading to Kusadasi
(Breakfast and dinner included)
Departure at 8:30 AM to visit Troy, famous for its mythical horse and Helen of Troy. Then drive to Pergamon (3h). After lunch, visit the Acropolis of Pergamon, known for its culture, library, and impressive temples.
Stop at a renowned jewelry center.
Arrival in Kusadasi in the evening.
Overnight in Kusadasi
5Day 5 – Visit of Ephesus & Sirince Village
(Breakfast and dinner included)
Departure at 8:30 AM. Guided tour of the ancient city of Ephesus: Temple of Artemis, Curetes Street, Roman baths, Celsus Library, Grand Theater, etc.
Lunch in a local restaurant.
Visit of Sirince village.
On the way back, visit a traditional carpet weaving workshop.
Overnight in Kusadasi
6🛬 Day 6 – Kusadasi – Izmir/Istanbul Flight – End of the Tour
(Breakfast included)
Transfer to Izmir airport for your domestic flight to Istanbul and then your return flight.
End of the tour.
Price Includes
- - All airport transfers mentioned in the itinerary
- - 1 cooking class in Istanbul
- - 1 cooking class in Canakkale
- - 1 tasting session
- - 2 nights' accommodation in Istanbul
- - 1 night’s accommodation in Canakkale
- - 2 nights’ accommodation in Kusadasi
- - 5 breakfasts
- - 1 welcome dinner
- - 3 dinners
- - Guided tours of Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Sirince village
- - All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
- - Professional French-speaking guides
- - Transport in air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
- - Hotel taxes
Price Does Not Include
- - International flights
- - Personal expenses
- - Tips
- - Insurance: All types
- - Turkish entry visa
- - Items of a personal nature such as soft drinks, laundry
- - Any expense not mentioned in the "Included" section
- - Domestic flight ticket from Izmir to Istanbul
