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6 Days in Istanbul: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

Shino Mathew

30 Sep 2023

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Experience the vibrant city of Istanbul through its iconic landmarks and mouthwatering cuisine in this 6-day itinerary. From exploring historical sites like Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace to indulging in delicious Turkish breakfasts and traditional kebabs, this trip will leave you mesmerized by the beauty and flavors of Istanbul.

Trip to Istanbul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$128

Black Cup Coffee

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

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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$100

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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$4

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Yedi Sekiz Hasanpaşa Fırını

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

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

Day 2

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$90

Saade Kahvaltı

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$4

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Basilica Cistern

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$50

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Sultanahmet Square

Public square with remnants of an ancient hippodrome, plus prominent & historic buildings.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Old Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Çengelköy Börekçisi

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 3

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$123

Tarihi Temiz Köftecisi

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

15 - 22 min

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Directions

Hagia Sophia

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$75

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Çengelköy Börekçisi

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Old Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Day 4

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$119

Saade Kahvaltı

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$4

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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$75

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Çengelköy Börekçisi

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

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Çengelköy Börekçisi

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 5

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$56

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$ 3

Kurukahveci Nuri Toplar

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Egyptian Bazaar

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Rejon Kebap House

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Tershane Restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Day 6

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$64

Day Day Pastanesi

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Grand Bazaar

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Rejon Kebap House

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

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Rejon Kebap House

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Budget breakdown: $583 In total

Activities & Food:$580

Transport:$3