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

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orçun otacıoğlu

16 Jan 2024

Join me on a thrilling adventure through the vibrant streets of Istanbul, where ancient marvels and mouthwatering cuisine await. From exploring iconic landmarks like Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace Museum to savoring delicious Turkish delicacies at Velvet Cafe and Tarihi Temiz Köftecisi, this itinerary is packed with excitement and discovery. Get ready to be captivated by the magic of Istanbul!

Trip to Istanbul

Day 1Coffee, Towers, and Bazaars
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$136

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$ 2

Velvet Cafe
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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Galata Tower
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
6 - 8 min

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Egyptian Bazaar
Covered, 17th-century market known as the Egyptian Bazaar, with spice, food & textile shops.
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Tarihi Temiz Köftecisi
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
8 - 12 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$30
Day 2Pastries, Bazaars, and Kebabs
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$52

Çiğdem Pastanesi
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
8 - 11 min

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Grand Bazaar
Historic sprawling network of indoor souks & market streets peddling leather, jewelry & gifts.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Rejon Kebap House
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
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Rejon Kebap House
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 3Fusion Cuisine and Majestic Palaces
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$122

Fuego Restaurant
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
6 - 9 min

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Hagia Sophia
Iconic, storied mosque set within a vast, domed former Byzantine church with stained-glass windows.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Topkapi Palace Museum
Huge, opulent 15th-century palace, occupied by sultans for 400 years, housing Ottoman treasures.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$54
8 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$30
4 - 5 min

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Old Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$22

Budget breakdown: $312 In total

Activities & Food:$310
Transport:$2