A Week of Cultural Immersion in Istanbul

1. Day 1: Explore the Grand Bazaar
   30 minutes (6.9 kilometers) from the airport

   Join the hustle and bustle of one of the largest and oldest markets in the world, where you can find spices, textiles, ceramics and jewelry.

2. Day 2: Visit Topkapi Palace and Harem
   10 minutes (2.1 kilometers) from the Grand Bazaar

   Explore the most prominent example of Ottoman architecture and learn about the lives of sultans and their families.

3. Day 3: Wander around Sultanahmet Square and Blue Mosque
   15 minutes (2.4 kilometers) from Topkapi Palace

   Marvel at the beauty of the architecture and the well-preserved artifacts which were collected during the centuries of Ottoman Empire.

4. Day 4: Walk through Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern
   5 minutes (0.4 kilometers) from Sultanahmet Square

   Step inside the ancient church of Holy Wisdom turned mosque and learn about its intriguing history, and then visit a subterranean wonderland beneath Istanbul.

5. Day 5: Take a boat tour around the Bosphorus
   30 minutes (6 kilometers) from Basilica Cistern

   Experience the magnificent view of Istanbul from the sea and see the architectural harmony of Europe and Asia.

6. Day 6: Explore Chora Church Museum and Istanbul Archaeological Museums
   20 minutes (4.8 kilometers) from Bosphorus

   Find peace in the mesmerizing mosaics and frescoes in Chora Church, and then immerse yourself in the mesmerizing artifacts of the ancient civilisations that occupied Istanbul.

7. Day 7: Visit the Beylerbeyi Palace and Çamlica Hill
   25 minutes (6.7 kilometers) from Istanbul Archaeological Museums

   Admire the splendid rococo architecture and interior furnishings of the palace, and then enjoy the amazing panaromic view of Istanbul from the highest point of the city.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Grand Bazaar (2-3 hours, free to enter)
• Topkapi Palace and Harem (3-4 hours, 100 TRY)
• Sultanahmet Square and Blue Mosque (2 hours, free to enter)
• Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern (3-4 hours, 120 TRY)
• Bosphorus Boat Tour (2 hours, 25 TRY)
• Chora Church Museum and Istanbul Archaeological Museums (3-4 hours, 60 TRY)
• Beylerbeyi Palace and Çamlica Hill (3-4 hours, 60 TRY)
Total Estimated Costs: 365 TRY

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, consider visiting the Dolmabahce Palace, the Galata Tower, the Miniaturk and the Istanbul Modern Art Museum. If you have less time, consider taking a guide to make the most of it. It is also recommended to book your tickets online to skip the lines and avoid the crowds.