5 Days in Istanbul: Unveiling Ancient Marvels

Selin Yavuz

3 Jan 2024

Embark on a mesmerizing journey through Istanbul's rich history and vibrant culture. Discover hidden gems, iconic landmarks, and indulge in mouthwatering delicacies. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Istanbul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Serene Nature and Royal Splendor

$48

$ 4

The Search Hotels Bosphorus

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Lush public park featuring an array of plants, 2 ponds, jogging paths & play equipment for kids.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

27 - 33 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$48

Day 2Sensory Delights at the Egyptian Bazaar

$32

$ 4

The Search Hotels Bosphorus

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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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

11 - 14 min

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$32

8 - 11 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Majestic Views from Galata Tower

$68

$ 5

The Search Hotels Bosphorus

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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$68

10 - 12 min

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Ornate 16th-century mosque with gardens, plus a terrace with views over the Golden Horn.

9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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

10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

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Free

Day 4Miniaturk and Spiritual Serenity

$16

$ 4

The Search Hotels Bosphorus

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Park with Turkish landmarks, including the Blue Mosque, depicted in miniature format.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$16

12 - 15 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 5Treasure Hunting at the Grand Bazaar

$54

$ 4

The Search Hotels Bosphorus

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$54

Budget breakdown: $235 In total

Activities & Food:$218

Transport:$17