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10 Days in Istanbul: Unveiling the Secrets of the East 🕌

Bilal Watto

14 Jan 2024

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Embark on a mesmerizing journey through Istanbul's rich history and vibrant culture. From awe-inspiring mosques to opulent palaces, immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of this ancient city. Indulge in mouthwatering delicacies and discover hidden gems at every turn. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Istanbul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Serene Parks, Majestic Mosques, and a Royal Palace

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$10

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$ 1

İBB Emirgan Korusu

Lush public park featuring an array of plants, 2 ponds, jogging paths & play equipment for kids.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

25 - 30 min

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Directions

Grand Mecidiye Mosque (Ortaköy Mosque)

Restored Baroque Revival mosque featuring windows designed to capture the Bosphorus' changing light.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Feriye Palace

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$10

Day 2Strolling through Imperial Gardens and Conquering the Sky

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$71

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$ 2

Yıldız Park

Suburban public park with cafes & a hilltop museum in an Ottoman palace dating from the 1880s.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Dolmabahçe Palace

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$24

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Galata Tower

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

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

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$34

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Velvet Cafe

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

1:15 PM - 2:45 PM

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$13

Day 3From Ancient Mosques to Underground Wonders

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$31

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$ 1

Fatih Mosque

Huge hilltop mosque rebuilt in the 1700s, with 4 semi-domes around a central dome, plus 2 minarets.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Sultanahmet Square

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Basilica Cistern

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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$16

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Old Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$15

Day 4Iconic Landmarks and Savory Delights

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$13

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$ 1

Hagia Sophia

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Beyazit Square

Large public square featuring the main gate to Istanbul University, a big mosque & street vendors.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Rejon Kebap House

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$13

Day 5A Shopper's Paradise and Exotic Flavors

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$10

Grand Bazaar

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Egyptian Bazaar

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Suleymaniye Mosque

Ornate 16th-century mosque with gardens, plus a terrace with views over the Golden Horn.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Karadeniz Restaurant

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$10

Day 6Palatial Treasures, Tranquil Gardens, and Spiritual Serenity

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$41

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$ 1

Topkapi Palace Museum

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$27

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Gülhane Park

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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Directions

Eyüp Sultan Mosque

A friend of the prophet Muhammad is thought to be buried at this 15-century mosque rebuilt in 1800.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Çayistanbul Kitap&Kafe

Türkiye'nin en keyifli Kitap Kafesi. Açık ve kapalı bahçemiz 73 çeşit çayımız ile Eyüp ve Fatih'deyiz.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$14

Day 7Unraveling the City's Archaeological Marvels

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$23

Istanbul Archaeological Museums

Neoclassical museum showing the country's rich archaeological heritage within landscaped gardens.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Çengelköy Börekçisi

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$10

Day 8Exploring Miniature Worlds and Savoring Authentic Wraps

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$23

Miniaturk

Park with Turkish landmarks, including the Blue Mosque, depicted in miniature format.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$8

15 - 22 min

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Directions

Can 2 Dürüm Evi

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$15

Day 9A Journey through History and a Gastronomic Delight

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$28

Rahmi M. Koç Museum

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$15

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Lale Lokantası

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

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$13

Day 10(Your Exciting Title Here)

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$0

Budget breakdown: $254 In total

Activities & Food:$250

Transport:$4