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10 Days in Istanbul: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

Subhasree M

Subhasree M

4 Dec 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure through the vibrant streets of Istanbul, where ancient marvels meet mouthwatering cuisine. Immerse yourself in the rich history of Suleymaniye Mosque and Hagia Sophia, indulge in delectable Turkish delights at local eateries, and sip aromatic Turkish tea at charming cafes. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the heart of Turkey!

Day 1Pide Delights and Mosque Marvels
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$64

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$ 3

Istanbul Marriott Hotel Sisli

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Oz Develi Pidecisi
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$18
9 - 14 min

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Suleymaniye Mosque
Ornate 16th-century mosque with gardens, plus a terrace with views over the Golden Horn.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
6 - 9 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20
5 - 8 min

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Karadeniz Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$26
Day 2Coffee Bliss and Palace Grandeur
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$108

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$ 3

Istanbul Marriott Hotel Sisli

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Black Cup Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$16
7 - 10 min

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Dolmabahçe Palace
Grand, domed sultan's palace, now a museum, including collections of art, calligraphy and carpets.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$48
16 - 23 min

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Blum Coffee House
Speciality Coffee and Healthy Food
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$26
2 - 3 min

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Vogue
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18
Day 3Literary Cafes and Miniature Wonders
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$84

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$ 6

Istanbul Marriott Hotel Sisli

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Çayistanbul Kitap&Kafe
Türkiye'nin en keyifli Kitap Kafesi. Açık ve kapalı bahçemiz 73 çeşit çayımız ile Eyüp ve Fatih'deyiz.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$16
10 - 12 min

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Miniaturk
Park with Turkish landmarks, including the Blue Mosque, depicted in miniature format.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$16
7 - 9 min

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Kahfe
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$30
11 - 14 min

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Gülistanbul Nargile Cafe & Aile Cay Bahcesi
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$22
Day 4Coffee Aromas and Bazaar Treasures
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$70

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$ 4

Istanbul Marriott Hotel Sisli

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Coffeetopia
Fresh coffee is good!
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$18
5 - 8 min

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Egyptian Bazaar
Covered, 17th-century market known as the Egyptian Bazaar, with spice, food & textile shops.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
11 - 16 min

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Old Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$26
8 - 10 min

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Karaköy Gümrük
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$26
Day 5Köfte Heaven and Bazaar Exploration
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$58

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$ 3

Istanbul Marriott Hotel Sisli

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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Tarihi Temiz Köftecisi
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$18
8 - 12 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
Free
8 - 11 min

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Çiğdem Pastanesi
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20
3 - 4 min

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Hafız Mustafa (Hafız Mustafa 1864)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20
Day 6Hip Cafes and Tower Views
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$142

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$ 3

Istanbul Marriott Hotel Sisli

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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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
$16
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
$68
1 - 2 min

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Ekoist
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$28
4 - 5 min

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Dükkan Galata
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$30
Day 7Gastronomic Delights and Royal Splendor
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$124

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$ 3

Istanbul Marriott Hotel Sisli

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Fuego Restaurant
Fuego brings together over 25 years of international culinary experience and provides authentic hospitality to local and international guests.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$20
9 - 14 min

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Topkapi Palace Museum
Huge, opulent 15th-century palace, occupied by sultans for 400 years, housing Ottoman treasures.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$54
9 - 14 min

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Hafız Mustafa (Hafız Mustafa 1864)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20
8 - 11 min

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Ziya Baba Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$30
Day 8Scrumptious Breakfast and Architectural Wonders
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$94

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$ 3

Istanbul Marriott Hotel Sisli

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Saade Kahvaltı
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$12
8 - 11 min

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Basilica Cistern
Huge underground Roman water source held up with 336 marble columns covering 9,800 sq. meters.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$32
5 - 8 min

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Hagia Sophia
Iconic, storied mosque set within a vast, domed former Byzantine church with stained-glass windows.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
11 - 16 min

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Ziya Baba Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$30
11 - 16 min

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Fuego Restaurant
Fuego brings together over 25 years of international culinary experience and provides authentic hospitality to local and international guests.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$20
Day 9(No title yet)
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$0

Istanbul Marriott Hotel Sisli

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Day 10(No title yet)
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$0

Istanbul Marriott Hotel Sisli

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Budget breakdown: $765 In total

Activities & Food:$744
Transport:$21