9 Days in Ankara and Istanbul: A Journey of Rich Culture and Exquisite Cuisine

Izzet kalaycı

9 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling adventure through the vibrant cities of Ankara and Istanbul. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, visit iconic landmarks, and savor the delectable Turkish cuisine. Join us as we explore ancient marvels and indulge in authentic flavors.

Trip to Ankara

Get Your Guide

Viator

Day 1Coffee, Mosques, and Mouthwatering Döner

$64

$ 2

Hilton Garden Inn Ankara Gimat

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

4 - 5 min

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Landmark mosque that was built during the Ottoman era & is still in use today.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

8 - 12 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Day 2Fine Dining, Roman Baths, and Exotic Thai Delights

$73

$ 2

Hilton Garden Inn Ankara Gimat

Depart from your stay 🏨

2330 - 2796 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

2 - 3 min

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Roman bathhouse & temple with spring water, Pump Room restaurant, museum & audio tour for kids.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

2 - 3 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$26

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 3Paying Tribute, Picnics, and Fast Food Adventures

$68

$ 3

Hilton Garden Inn Ankara Gimat

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

7 - 10 min

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Colonnaded tomb for the former president, Kemal Ataturk, with a marble hall, turrets & museum.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

5 - 6 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$22

Day 4Traditional Lokantas, Historical Museums, and Castle Views

$83

$ 2

Hilton Garden Inn Ankara Gimat

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

7 - 10 min

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Museum of artifacts from the Paleolithic era to the classical period, some displayed in a courtyard.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

8 - 12 min

Directions

Ancient castle built on a rocky hilltop, offering panoramic views of the city in all directions.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$26

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Budget breakdown: $725 In total

Activities & Food:$705

Transport:$20

Trip to Istanbul

Get Your Guide

Viator

Day 1Coffee, Mosques, and Mouthwatering Döner

$132

$ 3

Hilton Istanbul Bakirkoy

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 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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$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

3 - 4 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

6 - 9 min

Directions

Tarihi Lokanta, Meyhane

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Day 2Fine Dining, Roman Baths, and Exotic Thai Delights

$118

$ 3

Hilton Istanbul Bakirkoy

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

Directions

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

9 - 14 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$54

8 - 11 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$26

4 - 5 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$22

Day 3Paying Tribute, Picnics, and Fast Food Adventures

$60

$ 3

Hilton Istanbul Bakirkoy

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

8 - 11 min

Directions

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

8 - 12 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$22

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$22

Day 4Traditional Lokantas, Historical Museums, and Castle Views

$54

$ 3

Hilton Istanbul Bakirkoy

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

3 - 4 min

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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

4 - 6 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

Day 5Bohemian Cafes, Tower Views, and Culinary Delights

$54

$ 3

Hilton Istanbul Bakirkoy

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

8 - 12 min

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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

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Budget breakdown: $725 In total

Activities & Food:$705

Transport:$20