5 Days in Istanbul: A Journey Through History and Culinary Delights

Anastasia D.

7 Jan 2024

Join me on a thrilling adventure through the vibrant streets of Istanbul, where ancient marvels and mouthwatering cuisine await. From sipping tea at Çayistanbul Kitap&Kafe to exploring the majestic Hagia Sophia, this itinerary is packed with excitement and discovery. Get ready to immerse yourself in the rich culture and flavors of this mesmerizing city.

Trip to Istanbul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Tea, Miniatures, and Delicious Dürüm

$160

$ 9

Beyoğlu Mls Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

Directions

Türkiye'nin en keyifli Kitap Kafesi. Açık ve kapalı bahçemiz 73 çeşit çayımız ile Eyüp ve Fatih'deyiz.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

10 - 12 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$32

15 - 22 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$40

8 - 10 min

Directions

50 yıldır tamamen hijyenik mutfağımızda hazırlanan zengin Türk mutfağına ait ev yemeklerimizi deneyimli personelimizle sizlerin beğenisine sunmaktayız.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$52

Day 2Café with a View, Parks, and Divine Kebabs

$128

$ 9

Beyoğlu Mls Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$32

10 - 15 min

Directions

Venerable, tranquil forested park featuring gardens, paths, a creek & a science museum.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

Directions

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

5 - 8 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$52

14 - 17 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$44

Day 3Velvet Vibes, Tower Views, and Bazaar Treasures

$272

$ 7

Beyoğlu Mls Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

Directions

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

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$32

1 - 2 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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$136

9 - 11 min

Directions

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

10:15 AM - 11:45 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$60

6 - 9 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$44

Day 4Pide Pleasures, Underground Wonders, and Ottoman Delights

$188

$ 7

Beyoğlu Mls Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

3 - 4 min

Directions

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 - 14 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$64

5 - 8 min

Directions

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

Directions

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$52

2 - 3 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

Day 5Coffee Bliss, Palaces, and More Börek

$312

$ 7

Beyoğlu Mls Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

7 - 10 min

Directions

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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$96

17 - 21 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$108

8 - 11 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

Budget breakdown: $1096 In total

Activities & Food:$1060

Transport:$36