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Classic 4 Days in Istanbul

4 dayseasy TRY budget / approx USD 300 - 500

A two-continent loop through the imperial monuments of Sultanahmet, the great bazaars, a Bosphorus cruise and the cafes of Beyoglu and Kadikoy.

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Day 1: Sultanahmet

Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Basilica Cistern in the morning, then the Hippodrome and a sunset over the old city.

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Day 2: Palace & Bazaars

Topkapi Palace and its harem, then dive into the Grand Bazaar and the Spice Bazaar for shopping and street food.

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Day 3: Bosphorus & Beyoglu

A morning Bosphorus ferry cruise, then explore Galata Tower, Istiklal Street and the cafes and bars of Beyoglu.

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Day 4: Asian Side & Hammam

Ferry to Kadikoy on the Asian side for its food market and lunch, then unwind in a historic Turkish hammam back in the old city.