10 Days in Istanbul: A Journey of History, Culture, and Culinary Delights

Ali DEMİREL

19 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling adventure through Istanbul's ancient marvels, immerse yourself in its vibrant culture, and indulge in mouthwatering culinary delights. Join me as I explore the hidden gems of this enchanting city.

Trip to Istanbul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Ottoman Splendor and Delicious Delights

$46

$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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4 - 5 min

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This 19th-century palace with gardens was once a summer residence for Ottoman sultans.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$16

21 - 26 min

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Museum tracing Turkish naval history with artifacts such as Ottoman-era ships & early diving gear.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$16

4 - 6 min

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Tarihi dokusunun bozulmadığı, çeşit çeşit kurabiyelere ev sahipliği yapan bir fırındır.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 2Art, History, and Coffee Bliss

$76

$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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8 - 11 min

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Museum in a 1925 mansion with temporary & permanent exhibits, plus Islamic calligraphy & sculptures.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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20 - 24 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$48

8 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$14

12 - 17 min

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

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 3Majestic Palaces and Breathtaking Views

$70

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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12 - 17 min

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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

5 - 8 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 4Mysteries of the Underground and Towering Heights

$134

$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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12 - 17 min

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Museum featuring Byzantine-period mosaics from the Great Palace of Constantinople.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$16

7 - 10 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$32

13 - 16 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

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$68

1 - 2 min

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Hatıralarla yaşayan bir cafe, Anne elinden lezzetler, Antika fincanlarda servis edilen kahve ve çay keyfi, Günün her saati kahvaltı saati :)

1:45 PM - 3:15 PM

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4 - 5 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$14

Day 5Turkish Treasures and Exquisite Cuisine

$38

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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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

9 - 14 min

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Palace museum of Islamic & Turkish art, opened in 1983 & displaying ceramics, carpets & glassware.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$22

8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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10 - 15 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 6From Cheese Trucks to Modern Art

$72

$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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8 - 11 min

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Former toy shop-turned-museum showcasing old-fashioned toys & miniatures dating back 200 years.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$18

35 - 42 min

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Riverside museum with Turkish & international modern & contemporary art collections, plus a cinema.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$22

13 - 20 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$14

12 - 18 min

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Az Çok Thai brings a new concept to Istanbul dining, serving authentic Thai food in a warm, friendly and stylish café setting in delightful Cihangir, where we look forward to serving you at lunch and dinner.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$14

Day 7Unveiling Istanbul's Rich Archaeological Heritage

$32

$ 2