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6 Days in Istanbul: Unveiling Ancient Marvels

Dilara Taşkesen

Dilara Taşkesen

19 Jan 2024

Embark on a captivating journey through Istanbul's rich history and vibrant culture. Discover hidden treasures in the Grand Bazaar, marvel at the majestic Galata Tower, and immerse yourself in the beauty of Hagia Sophia. Indulge your senses at the Egyptian Bazaar and explore the fascinating Miniaturk. Uncover the wonders of the Rahmi M. Koç Museum and Istanbul Archaeological Museums. Finally, step into the opulent world of Topkapi Palace and Dolmabahçe Palace. Join us on this unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Istanbul

Day 1Unveiling the Grand Bazaar and Basilica Cistern
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$64

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$ 5

Class Suit Hotel - Küçükçekmece

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 44 min

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Directions

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
11 - 16 min

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Basilica Cistern
Huge underground Roman water source held up with 336 marble columns covering 9,800 sq. meters.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$64
Day 2Conquering Galata Tower, Hagia Sophia, and the Egyptian Bazaar
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$136

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$ 9

Class Suit Hotel - Küçükçekmece

Depart from your stay 🏨

34 - 41 min

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Galata Tower
Restored 14th-century tower and former prison overlooking the Bosphorus with a top-floor restaurant.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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$136
13 - 16 min

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Hagia Sophia
Iconic, storied mosque set within a vast, domed former Byzantine church with stained-glass windows.
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Egyptian Bazaar
Covered, 17th-century market known as the Egyptian Bazaar, with spice, food & textile shops.
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
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Free
Day 3Exploring Miniaturk and Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum
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$76

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$ 7

Class Suit Hotel - Küçükçekmece

Depart from your stay 🏨

32 - 39 min

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Directions

Miniaturk
Park with Turkish landmarks, including the Blue Mosque, depicted in miniature format.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$32
22 - 27 min

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Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum
Palace museum of Islamic & Turkish art, opened in 1983 & displaying ceramics, carpets & glassware.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$44
Day 4Journeying through the Rahmi M. Koç Museum
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$60

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$ 5

Class Suit Hotel - Küçükçekmece

Depart from your stay 🏨

31 - 38 min

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Directions

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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$60
Day 5Delving into the Istanbul Archaeological Museums
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$52

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$ 5

Class Suit Hotel - Küçükçekmece

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 44 min

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Directions

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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$52
Day 6Experiencing the Grandeur of Topkapi Palace and Dolmabahçe Palace
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$204

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$ 7

Class Suit Hotel - Küçükçekmece

Depart from your stay 🏨

31 - 38 min

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Directions

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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$108
16 - 20 min

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Dolmabahçe Palace
Grand, domed sultan's palace, now a museum, including collections of art, calligraphy and carpets.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$96

Budget breakdown: $626 In total

Activities & Food:$592
Transport:$34