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A Week in Istanbul: Exploring the Rich History and Vibrant Culture

altan sipahi

10 Oct 2023

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Embark on a captivating journey through Istanbul, Turkey, as you immerse yourself in its rich history and vibrant culture. Discover iconic landmarks like the Galata Tower, Hagia Sophia, and the Blue Mosque. Indulge in delicious Turkish cuisine at local cafes and restaurants. Join us for an unforgettable week in Istanbul!

Trip to Istanbul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$83

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

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$15

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Galata Tower

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$63

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Dükkan Galata

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$5

Day 2

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$134

Tarihi Temiz Köftecisi

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$5

12 - 18 min

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Directions

Gülhane Park

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Directions

Hagia Sophia

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$94

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Old Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$35

Day 3

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$30

Saade Kahvaltı

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

7 - 10 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.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Saade Kahvaltı

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

Day 4

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$135

Black Cup Coffee

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$5

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Dolmabahçe Palace

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$125

18 - 27 min

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Directions

Just BBQ

Kısık ateşte yavaş pişim tekniği ile gerçek barbekü lezzetini İstanbul'un kalbi Akaretler'e taşıyan geleneksel barbekü restoranı. Kiraz odunu

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$5

Day 5

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$144

Saade Kahvaltı

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Topkapi Palace Museum

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$94

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Çengelköy Börekçisi

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$35

Day 6

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$108

Lale Lokantası

50 yıldır tamamen hijyenik mutfağımızda hazırlanan zengin Türk mutfağına ait ev yemeklerimizi deneyimli personelimizle sizlerin beğenisine sunmaktayız.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Rahmi M. Koç Museum

Museum on transportation, industry & communications with a car collection & some hands-on exhibits.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$63

19 - 28 min

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Directions

Meşhur Fetih İşkembe

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$35

Day 7

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$0

Budget breakdown: $633 In total

Activities & Food:$633