8 Days in Istanbul: A Journey Through History and Delightful Cuisine

Hanna Kassem

4 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling adventure through Istanbul, Turkey, as you explore ancient marvels and indulge in authentic cuisine. From the majestic Hagia Sophia to the mouthwatering delights of Tarihi Temiz Köftecisi, this itinerary is packed with excitement and flavor.

Trip to Istanbul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Coffee, Towers, and Hidden Wonders

$164

$ 3

KAFKAS HOTEL İSTANBUL

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 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 :)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

1 - 2 min

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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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$68

14 - 17 min

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

10:15 AM - 11:15 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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

11:45 AM - 12:45 PM

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$32

5 - 8 min

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1:15 PM - 2:45 PM

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$20

2 - 3 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$26

Day 2Culinary Delights and Artistic Treasures

$92

KAFKAS HOTEL İSTANBUL

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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Fuego brings together over 25 years of international culinary experience and provides authentic hospitality to local and international guests.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

4 - 6 min

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Palace museum of Islamic & Turkish art, opened in 1983 & displaying ceramics, carpets & glassware.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$22

11 - 16 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$26

8 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 3Cafes, Museums, and a Breakfast Feast

$100

$ 2

KAFKAS HOTEL İSTANBUL

Depart from your stay 🏨

4 - 6 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

12 - 17 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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$26

11 - 16 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

10 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 4Books, Miniatures, and Savory Wraps

$76

$ 5

KAFKAS HOTEL İSTANBUL

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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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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$18

10 - 12 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$16

15 - 22 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$26

8 - 10 min

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

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

Day 5Foodie Paradise and Majestic Mosques

$96

$ 6

KAFKAS HOTEL İSTANBUL

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

9 - 11 min

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A friend of the prophet Muhammad is thought to be buried at this 15-century mosque rebuilt in 1800.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Historical center featuring a large panoramic painting of the conquest of Constantinople.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$30

18 - 22 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$20

13 - 16 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 6Local Eateries and a Fascinating Museum

$104

$ 3

KAFKAS HOTEL İSTANBUL

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

Directions

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

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

2 - 3 min

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