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6 Days in Istanbul: A Journey of History and Delight

Albert Morales Barrera

22 Oct 2023

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Experience the wonders of Istanbul in this 6-day itinerary. Explore magnificent mosques, indulge in delicious Turkish cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich history of this vibrant city.

Trip to Istanbul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$46

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$ 2

Eyüp Sultan Mosque

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Suleymaniye Mosque

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

15 - 22 min

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Directions

Galata Bridge

Bustling bridge across the Golden Horn with pedestrian walkways & street vendors, with cafes below.

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Tershane Restaurant

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Mahkeme Lokantası

Tarihi Lokanta, Meyhane

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Day 2

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$44

Grand Bazaar

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Rejon Kebap House

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$26

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Tarihi Temiz Köftecisi

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 3

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$73

Hagia Sophia

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

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Basilica Cistern

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

9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

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$25

5 - 8 min

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Directions

The Blue Mosque

Well-known site, also known as the Blue Mosque, built in 1616 & containing its founder's tomb.

10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Saade Kahvaltı

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Old Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 4

+

$127

·

$ 2

Cistern of Theodosius

This historical cistern, built 1600 years ago, offers beautiful columns, brick domes and arches.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$25

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Dolmabahçe Palace

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$50

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Black Cup Coffee

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$26

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Just BBQ

Kısık ateşte yavaş pişim tekniği ile gerçek barbekü lezzetini İstanbul'un kalbi Akaretler'e taşıyan geleneksel barbekü restoranı. Kiraz odunu

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Day 5

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$92

Sultanahmet Square

Public square with remnants of an ancient hippodrome, plus prominent & historic buildings.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Topkapi Palace Museum

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$54

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Çengelköy Börekçisi

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Old Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 6

+

$58

·

$ 2

Bosphorus

Boat tours provide visitors with unique city views from this strait separating Europe & Asia.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Mavvi Kapi Kafe

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$28

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Renkli Bahçe - Kahvaltı&Balık

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Budget breakdown: $444 In total

Activities & Food:$440

Transport:$4