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Best of Istanbul in 8 Days

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Planning a trip to Istanbul? This 8-day itinerary covers must-visit spots like Topkapi Palace and Grand Bazaar, with a focus on cultural experiences.

Istanbul, Turkey 8 days18 Apr 2026 – 25 Apr 2026 TRY 32,535 – TRY 39,765 approx 24 likesCultural
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Pooja Saxena

Created 25 March 2026

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

TRY 3,500

Topkapi Palace

Flight

Shopping and souvenirs near Topkapi Palace. Bargain hard at the local markets.

Day 2

TRY 5,450

Grand Bazaar

Bus

Visit Grand Bazaar and interact with locals. Their recommendations are gold.

Day 3

TRY 4,000

Hagia Sophia

Other

Relax day — optional visit to Hagia Sophia or just enjoy the hotel amenities.

Day 4

TRY 5,200

Blue Mosque

Other

Morning yoga session, then head to Blue Mosque. Return for a relaxed evening.

Day 5

TRY 5,450

Bosphorus Cruise

Ferry

Morning yoga session, then head to Bosphorus Cruise. Return for a relaxed evening.

Day 6

TRY 5,350

Topkapi Palace

Train

Spend the morning exploring Topkapi Palace. Grab lunch at a local eatery nearby.

Day 7

TRY 3,100

Grand Bazaar

Auto

Morning yoga session, then head to Grand Bazaar. Return for a relaxed evening.

Day 8

TRY 4,100

Hagia Sophia

Bus

Relax day — optional visit to Hagia Sophia or just enjoy the hotel amenities.