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10 Days in Istanbul: A Journey of Rich History and Exquisite Cuisine

M. Kilic Zehravi

M. Kilic Zehravi

2 Oct 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure to Istanbul, Turkey, where you'll explore iconic landmarks like the Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. Indulge in delicious Turkish cuisine at local cafes and restaurants, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this enchanting city.

Trip to Istanbul

Day 1
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$32

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$ 2

Hilton Istanbul Maslak

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Directions

Hilton Istanbul Maslak
Streamlined quarters in a refined hotel offering an indoor pool, a posh restaurant& a cocktail bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Directions

Coffeetopia
Fresh coffee is good!
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
10 - 15 min

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Directions

Galata Bridge
Bustling bridge across the Golden Horn with pedestrian walkways & street vendors, with cafes below.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
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.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
Velvet Cafe
Hatıralarla yaşayan bir cafe, Anne elinden lezzetler, Antika fincanlarda servis edilen kahve ve çay keyfi, Günün her saati kahvaltı saati :)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$10
Hilton Istanbul Maslak
Streamlined quarters in a refined hotel offering an indoor pool, a posh restaurant& a cocktail bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 2
+

$21

·

$ 3

Hilton Istanbul Maslak

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Directions

Hilton Istanbul Maslak
Streamlined quarters in a refined hotel offering an indoor pool, a posh restaurant& a cocktail bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
27 - 33 min

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Directions

Kavak Kılçıklı Balık
Kavak Kılçıklı Balık Restaurant Rumelikavağı' nda balık severlerin tutkunu olduğu taze balık çeşitlerini, birbirinden leziz mezeleri yılların deneyimiyle, İstanbul Boğazı manzarası eşliğinde müşterilerine sunuyor.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
31 - 38 min

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Directions

Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge
This bridge over the Bosporus strait for rail & motor vehicle transit is one of the world's tallest.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Directions

Anadoluhisarı
At the narrowest part of the Bosphurus, this imposing fort gives its name to the surrounding area.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
37 - 56 min

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15 Temmuz Şehitler Bridge
Connecting Europe & Asia, this long suspension bridge completed in 1973 offers scenic water views.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Feriye Palace
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$13
Hilton Istanbul Maslak
Streamlined quarters in a refined hotel offering an indoor pool, a posh restaurant& a cocktail bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 3
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$23

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$ 2

Hilton Istanbul Maslak

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Directions

Hilton Istanbul Maslak
Streamlined quarters in a refined hotel offering an indoor pool, a posh restaurant& a cocktail bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
10 - 15 min

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Directions

Çınaraltı Cafee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
8 - 12 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
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$15
Hilton Istanbul Maslak
Streamlined quarters in a refined hotel offering an indoor pool, a posh restaurant& a cocktail bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 4
+

$47

·

$ 2

Hilton Istanbul Maslak

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Hilton Istanbul Maslak
Streamlined quarters in a refined hotel offering an indoor pool, a posh restaurant& a cocktail bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Directions

Black Cup Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
18 - 27 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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$25
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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$13
Hilton Istanbul Maslak
Streamlined quarters in a refined hotel offering an indoor pool, a posh restaurant& a cocktail bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 5
+

$42

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$ 2

Hilton Istanbul Maslak

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Directions

Hilton Istanbul Maslak
Streamlined quarters in a refined hotel offering an indoor pool, a posh restaurant& a cocktail bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
9 - 14 min

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Directions

Fuego Restaurant
Fuego brings together over 25 years of international culinary experience and provides authentic hospitality to local and international guests.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
11 - 16 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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$19
Old Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$14
Hilton Istanbul Maslak
Streamlined quarters in a refined hotel offering an indoor pool, a posh restaurant& a cocktail bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 6
+

$41

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$ 2

Hilton Istanbul Maslak

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Directions

Hilton Istanbul Maslak
Streamlined quarters in a refined hotel offering an indoor pool, a posh restaurant& a cocktail bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
8 - 11 min

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Directions

Çiğdem Pastanesi
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
8 - 12 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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$19
Old Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$14
Hilton Istanbul Maslak
Streamlined quarters in a refined hotel offering an indoor pool, a posh restaurant& a cocktail bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 7
+

$32

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$ 2

Hilton Istanbul Maslak

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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Directions

Hilton Istanbul Maslak
Streamlined quarters in a refined hotel offering an indoor pool, a posh restaurant& a cocktail bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
7 - 10 min

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Directions

Saade Kahvaltı
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
36 - 44 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
12 - 17 min

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Directions

Pelit Chocolate Museum
Exhibition of hundreds of historical figures, artworks & landmarks intricately carved in chocolate.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$13
Happy Moon's
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$10
Hilton Istanbul Maslak
Streamlined quarters in a refined hotel offering an indoor pool, a posh restaurant& a cocktail bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 8
+

$0

Hilton Istanbul Maslak

Depart from your stay 🏨

Day 9
+

$21

·

$ 3

Hilton Istanbul Maslak

Depart from your stay 🏨

41 - 50 min

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Directions

Hilton Istanbul Maslak
Streamlined quarters in a refined hotel offering an indoor pool, a posh restaurant& a cocktail bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
11 - 14 min

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Directions

Renkli Bahçe - Kahvaltı&Balık
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
14 - 17 min

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Bosphorus
Boat tours provide visitors with unique city views from this strait separating Europe & Asia.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Mavvi Kapi Kafe
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$13
Hilton Istanbul Maslak
Streamlined quarters in a refined hotel offering an indoor pool, a posh restaurant& a cocktail bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 10
+

$18

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$ 2

Hilton Istanbul Maslak

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Directions

Hilton Istanbul Maslak
Streamlined quarters in a refined hotel offering an indoor pool, a posh restaurant& a cocktail bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
8 - 12 min

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Directions

Tarihi Temiz Köftecisi
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
2 - 3 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
Rejon Kebap House
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$9
Hilton Istanbul Maslak
Streamlined quarters in a refined hotel offering an indoor pool, a posh restaurant& a cocktail bar.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free

Budget breakdown: $288 In total

Activities & Food:$276
Transport:$13