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6 Days in Istanbul: Unveiling the City's Timeless Treasures

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12 Dec 2023

Embark on a mesmerizing journey through Istanbul's rich history and vibrant culture. Discover hidden gems, marvel at ancient wonders, and immerse yourself in the city's enchanting atmosphere. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Turkey.

Trip to Istanbul

Day 1Unveiling the Grand Bazaar, Basilica Cistern, and Hagia Sophia
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$40

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$ 2

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
11 - 16 min

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Basilica Cistern
Huge underground Roman water source held up with 336 marble columns covering 9,800 sq. meters.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$16
5 - 8 min

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Hagia Sophia
Iconic, storied mosque set within a vast, domed former Byzantine church with stained-glass windows.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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The Blue Mosque
Well-known site, also known as the Blue Mosque, built in 1616 & containing its founder's tomb.
No time set
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Gülhane Park
Venerable, tranquil forested park featuring gardens, paths, a creek & a science museum.
No time set
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Fatih Mosque
Huge hilltop mosque rebuilt in the 1700s, with 4 semi-domes around a central dome, plus 2 minarets.
No time set
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Dolmabahçe Palace
Grand, domed sultan's palace, now a museum, including collections of art, calligraphy and carpets.
No time set
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$24
Day 2Delving into Istanbul's Archaeological Marvels
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$13

Istanbul Archaeological Museums
Neoclassical museum showing the country's rich archaeological heritage within landscaped gardens.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
Day 3Exploring the Majestic Topkapi Palace and Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum
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$38

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$ 1

Topkapi Palace Museum
Huge, opulent 15th-century palace, occupied by sultans for 400 years, housing Ottoman treasures.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$27
12 - 17 min

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Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum
Palace museum of Islamic & Turkish art, opened in 1983 & displaying ceramics, carpets & glassware.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$11
11 - 14 min

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Egyptian Bazaar
Covered, 17th-century market known as the Egyptian Bazaar, with spice, food & textile shops.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 4Journeying through History at Panorama 1453 and Suleymaniye Mosque
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$52

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$ 2

Panorama 1453 History Museum
Historical center featuring a large panoramic painting of the conquest of Constantinople.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$15
20 - 24 min

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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
10 - 12 min

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Galata Tower
Restored 14th-century tower and former prison overlooking the Bosphorus with a top-floor restaurant.
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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$34
12 - 17 min

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Pera Museum
Art museum in an ornate former hotel with paintings, ceramics & rotating shows of modern masters.
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
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$3
Day 5Unleashing Your Inner Explorer at Rahmi M. Koç Museum
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$15

Rahmi M. Koç Museum
Museum on transportation, industry & communications with a car collection & some hands-on exhibits.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$15
Day 6Admiring Miniaturk and Istanbul Museum of Modern Art
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$19

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$ 1

Miniaturk
Park with Turkish landmarks, including the Blue Mosque, depicted in miniature format.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
20 - 24 min

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Istanbul Museum of Modern Art
Riverside museum with Turkish & international modern & contemporary art collections, plus a cinema.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$11

Budget breakdown: $181 In total

Activities & Food:$177
Transport:$4