5 Days in Istanbul: A Journey of Sights and Flavors

Merhan Mekawy

1 Dec 2023

Embark on a 5-day adventure through the vibrant streets of Istanbul, Turkey. Discover ancient marvels, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of this captivating city.

Trip to Istanbul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1From Coffee to Tower: Unveiling Istanbul's Delights

$38

$ 2

IQ Hotel Galatasaray

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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1 - 2 min

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Covered, 17th-century market known as the Egyptian Bazaar, with spice, food & textile shops.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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Ornate 16th-century mosque with gardens, plus a terrace with views over the Golden Horn.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Restored 14th-century tower and former prison overlooking the Bosphorus with a top-floor restaurant.

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

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$34

1 - 2 min

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Hatıralarla yaşayan bir cafe, Anne elinden lezzetler, Antika fincanlarda servis edilen kahve ve çay keyfi, Günün her saati kahvaltı saati :)

1:15 PM - 2:45 PM

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Day 2Breakfast Delights and Architectural Wonders

$24

$ 2

IQ Hotel Galatasaray

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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8 - 11 min

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Huge underground Roman water source held up with 336 marble columns covering 9,800 sq. meters.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$16

5 - 8 min

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Iconic, storied mosque set within a vast, domed former Byzantine church with stained-glass windows.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Day 3Culinary Delights and Historical Treasures

$17

$ 2

IQ Hotel Galatasaray

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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14 - 21 min

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Neoclassical museum showing the country's rich archaeological heritage within landscaped gardens.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

7 - 10 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Day 4Pastries, Palaces, and the Grand Bazaar

$29

$ 2

IQ Hotel Galatasaray

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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4 - 5 min

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Historic sprawling network of indoor souks & market streets peddling leather, jewelry & gifts.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Huge, opulent 15th-century palace, occupied by sultans for 400 years, housing Ottoman treasures.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$27

8 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Day 5Coffee, Palaces, and Miniature Wonders

$42

$ 2

IQ Hotel Galatasaray

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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7 - 10 min

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Grand, domed sultan's palace, now a museum, including collections of art, calligraphy and carpets.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$24

11 - 14 min

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Park with Turkish landmarks, including the Blue Mosque, depicted in miniature format.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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15 - 22 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Budget breakdown: $157 In total

Activities & Food:$150

Transport:$7