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8 Days in Istanbul: A Journey of Colors and Flavors

Rolando Sordo

Rolando Sordo

2 Oct 2023

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day adventure in Istanbul, Turkey. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, indulge in delicious cuisine, and explore iconic landmarks. Join us as we uncover the hidden gems of this enchanting city.

Trip to Istanbul

Day 1
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$30

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$ 2

Color. Full. Bakery
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
14 - 21 min

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İBB Emirgan Korusu
Lush public park featuring an array of plants, 2 ponds, jogging paths & play equipment for kids.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
38 - 46 min

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Galata Bridge
Bustling bridge across the Golden Horn with pedestrian walkways & street vendors, with cafes below.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Tershane Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$3
9 - 11 min

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Dolmabahçe Palace
Grand, domed sultan's palace, now a museum, including collections of art, calligraphy and carpets.
No time set
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$24
Day 2
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$27

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$ 2

Saade Kahvaltı
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$1
8 - 11 min

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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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$13
4 - 6 min

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German Fountain
Elaborately decorated fountain built in 1898 & adorned with mirrors & floral motifs.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Sultanahmet Square
Public square with remnants of an ancient hippodrome, plus prominent & historic buildings.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Old Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$5
16 - 20 min

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Suleymaniye Mosque
Ornate 16th-century mosque with gardens, plus a terrace with views over the Golden Horn.
No time set
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Fatih Mosque
Huge hilltop mosque rebuilt in the 1700s, with 4 semi-domes around a central dome, plus 2 minarets.
No time set
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Miniaturk
Park with Turkish landmarks, including the Blue Mosque, depicted in miniature format.
No time set
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$8
Day 3
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$7

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$ 2

Mola Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
23 - 28 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
14 - 17 min

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Mavvi Kapi Kafe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$4
Day 4
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$6

Day Day Pastanesi
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$1
9 - 14 min

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Serpent Column
Ancient Greek bronze column with missing serpent heads, made to commemorate a historic battle.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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The Blue Mosque
Well-known site, also known as the Blue Mosque, built in 1616 & containing its founder's tomb.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Old Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$5
Day 5
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$7

Tarihi Temiz Köftecisi
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
8 - 12 min

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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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Rejon Kebap House
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$4
Day 6
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$22

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$ 1

Laledan Restaurant
Laledan Restaurant, on the hotel building’s ground floor, serves the richest breakfast buffet in town with over 250 delicious items, 80 percent of which are made with locally sourced organic ingredients. The Legendary Çırağan Brunch on Sundays is from 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
11 - 16 min

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Yıldız Park
Suburban public park with cafes & a hilltop museum in an Ottoman palace dating from the 1880s.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Topkapi Palace Museum
Huge, opulent 15th-century palace, occupied by sultans for 400 years, housing Ottoman treasures.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$19
8 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$1
Day 7
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$15

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$ 1

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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$1
1 - 2 min

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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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$13
5 - 6 min

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Egyptian Bazaar
Covered, 17th-century market known as the Egyptian Bazaar, with spice, food & textile shops.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$1
Day 8
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$20

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$ 1

Heep's Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
16 - 23 min

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Maiden's Tower
Structure linked with legend & once used as a lighthouse, housing a small museum & a restaurant.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13
23 - 28 min

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Golden Horn
Horn-shaped estuary, the primary inlet on the Bosporus, featuring a bustling commercial hub & parks.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
24 - 36 min

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Atölye Kafası Hangar
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$5
Day 9
Day 10

Budget breakdown: $138 In total

Activities & Food:$133
Transport:$6