3 DAYS
DAY 1
Be transported to the luxury of the Ottoman Empire as you walk through the lush halls and gardens of Dolmabahce Palace
Marvel at one of the most significant artistic and architectural achievements in Turkey–and the world–at Hagia Sophia Museum / Church
Explore the Historic Areas of Istanbul- the four zones collectively known as Historic Areas of Istanbul contain some of the city’s greatest sites, earning World Heritage status
Wander the multitude of shops, feast your eyes on the colorful array of offerings, and haggle for traditional Turkish goods at Kapali Carsi
Explore Istanbul’s nightlife
DAY 2
See one of the best examples of Byzantine design in the region with a trip to Kariye Museum (The Chora Church)
Explore the largest of hundreds of ancient cisterns located below the city at Basilica Cistern
Head to Topkapi Palace -home to sultans for centuries, Topkapi Palace is a World Heritage Site with a rich history and superb Ottoman architecture
Take in dramatic panoramic views of the city and traditional Turkish fare atop Galata Tower
Explore Istanbul’s nightlife
DAY 3
Explore Ortakoy, an artsy neighborhood under the first Bosporus bridge, which offers trendy boutiques, seaside nightclubs, cafes, restaurants
Visit Sanat Galerisi art gallery
Spend time at Sultan Ahmed Mosque
Witness the work of famed Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan at, a majestic religious structure that dominates the Golden Horn
Explore Eyup Sultan Mosque (Eyup Sultan Camii)
5 DAYS
DAY 1
Explore Sultanahmet District which boasts of the city’s most important sites, from Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque to the Grand Bazaar, Sultanahmet District
Marvel at one of the most significant artistic and architectural achievements in Turkey–and the world–at Hagia Sophia Museum / Church
Explore Historic Areas of Istanbul- the four zones collectively known as Historic Areas of Istanbul contain some of the city’s greatest sites, earning World Heritage status
Wander the multitude of shops, feast your eyes on the colorful array of offerings, and haggle for traditional Turkish goods at Kapali Carsi
Explore Istanbul’s nightlife
DAY 2
Head to Topkapi Palace
Discover Rustem Pasha Mosque
Witness the work of famed Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan at , a majestic religious structure that dominates the Golden Horn
See one of the best examples of Byzantine design in the region with a trip to Kariye Museum (The Chora Church)
Explore Istanbul’s nightlife
DAY 3
Walk around Ortakoy, an artsy neighborhood under the first Bosporus bridge, it offers trendy boutiques, seaside nightclubs, cafes, restaurants
Be transported to the luxury of the Ottoman Empire as you walk through the lush halls and gardens of Dolmabahce Palace
Take some time to discover local and foreign painters of the 19th and 20th centuries, photographers, and creative videographers at Istanbul Modern Museum
Explore an extremely sacred site – Eyup Sultan Mosque (Eyup Sultan Camii)
Explore Istanbul’s nightlife
DAY 4
Explore The Ecumenical Patriarchate
Experience the unique melange of cultural influences that shaped Istanbul into the symbolic and literal bridge between Europe and Asia
Take in dramatic panoramic views of the city and traditional Turkish fare atop Galata Tower
Explore Istanbul’s nightlife
DAY 5
Discover Sultan Ahmed Mosque
Head to Little Hagia Sophia
Explore the largest of hundreds of ancient cisterns located below the city at Basilica Cistern
Board a 1944 U.S. naval submarine or enter the cabin of a propeller-driven aircraft at Rahmi M. Koc Museum
Walk between the trimmed lawns of Miniaturk dotted with more than 100 miniature models of Turkey’s great buildings
7 DAYS
DAY 1
See one of the best examples of Byzantine design in the region with a trip to Kariye Museum (The Chora Church)
Experience the unique melange of cultural influences that shaped Istanbul into the symbolic and literal bridge between Europe and Asia
Explore Istanbul’s nightlife
DAY 2
Explore Ortakoy
Istanbul Modern Museum
Take some time to discover local and foreign painters of the 19th and 20th centuries, photographers, and creative videographers at Istanbul Modern Museum
Marvel at one of the most significant artistic and architectural achievements in Turkey–and the world–at Hagia Sophia Museum / Church
Explore the Historic Areas of Istanbul
Explore Istanbul’s nightlife
DAY 3
Discover Topkapi Palace which was once home to sultans is now a World Heritage Site with a rich history and superb Ottoman architecture
See the vast and impressive collection of Greek, Roman, and Byzantine works at Istanbul Archaeological Museums
Relax at Gulhane Park
Explore Istanbul’s nightlife
DAY 4
Take in dramatic panoramic views of the city and traditional Turkish fare atop Galata Tower
Witness the work of famed Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan at , a majestic religious structure that dominates the Golden Horn
Head to Rustem Pasha Mosque
Wander the multitude of shops, feast your eyes on the colorful array of offerings, and haggle for traditional Turkish goods at Kapali Carsi
Go to Galata Bridge
Explore Istanbul’s nightlife
DAY 5
Board a 1944 U.S. naval submarine or enter the cabin of a propeller-driven aircraft at Rahmi M. Koc Museum
Explore Mihrimah Sultan Camii
Discover Sultanahmet Square
Head to Ataturk Arboretum
Visit Ural Ataman Classic Car Museum
Explore Istanbul’s nightlife
DAY 6
Be transported to the luxury of the Ottoman Empire as you walk through the lush halls and gardens of Dolmabahce Palace
Explore the largest of hundreds of ancient cisterns located below the city at Basilica Cistern
Go to Sultanahmet District
Visit the historic site of Little Hagia Sophia
Head to Sultan Ahmed Mosque that represents an imposing figure in the city’s history and skyline
Explore Istanbul’s nightlife
DAY 7
Walk between the trimmed lawns of Miniaturk dotted with more than 100 miniature models of Turkey’s great buildings
Explore Istiklal Street, one of the most famous streets in the city
Explore Karaca Arboretum, Yalova
