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6 Days in Istanbul: A Journey of Rich History and Exquisite Cuisine

Juan Carlos Suarez

25 Oct 2023

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Embark on a captivating 6-day adventure in Istanbul, Turkey, exploring iconic landmarks like Hagia Sophia and The Blue Mosque. Indulge in mouthwatering Turkish cuisine at Saade Kahvaltı, Rejon Kebap House, and more. Immerse yourself in the city's vibrant culture and discover hidden gems along the way.

Trip to Istanbul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

+

$4

·

$ 5

The Peak Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Hagia Sophia

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 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.

9:30 AM - 10:15 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Saade Kahvaltı

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$4

Day 2

+

$28

·

$ 5

The Peak Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Grand Bazaar

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Rejon Kebap House

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$28

Day 3

+

$124

·

$ 5

The Peak Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Topkapi Palace Museum

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

•

$108

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Çengelköy Börekçisi

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$16

Day 4

+

$236

·

$ 5

The Peak Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

~

Directions

Galata Tower

Restored 14th-century tower and former prison overlooking the Bosphorus with a top-floor restaurant.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

•

$136

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Dolmabahçe Palace

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

9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

•

$96

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Black Cup Coffee

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$4

Day 5

+

$92

·

$ 5

The Peak Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Gülhane Park

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Basilica Cistern

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

•

$64

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Old Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$28

Day 6

+

$28

·

$ 7

The Peak Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

~

Directions

Egyptian Bazaar

Covered, 17th-century market known as the Egyptian Bazaar, with spice, food & textile shops.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Eyüp Sultan Mosque

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Çayistanbul Kitap&Kafe

Türkiye'nin en keyifli Kitap Kafesi. Açık ve kapalı bahçemiz 73 çeşit çayımız ile Eyüp ve Fatih'deyiz.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$28

Budget breakdown: $540 In total

Activities & Food:$512

Transport:$28