Food Lover's 9-day Istanbul Itinerary

1. Day 1: Breakfast at Van Kahvaltı Evi
   30 minutes (8.8 km) from Istanbul Airport

   Start your day with a traditional Turkish breakfast spread at Van Kahvaltı Evi.

2. Day 2: Cooking Class at Cooking Alaturka
   18 minutes (7.1 km) from Van Kahvaltı Evi

   Learn how to make traditional Turkish dishes like stuffed grape leaves and baklava at Cooking Alaturka.

3. Day 3: Lunch at Çiya Sofrası
   21 minutes (7.2 km) from Cooking Alaturka

   Indulge in the taste of Turkish food with a variety of unmissable dishes at Çiya Sofrası.

4. Day 4: Turkish Street Food Tour
   25 minutes (7.5 km) from Çiya Sofrası

   Immerse yourself in the world of Turkish street food with a guided tour.

5. Day 5: Visit the Grand Bazaar
   10 minutes (2.3 km) from Turkish Street Food Tour

   Bargain for Turkish delights and exotic spices at one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world.

6. Day 6: Dinner at Mikla
   8 minutes (2.5 km) from Grand Bazaar

   Experience modern Turkish cuisine with a panoramic view of Istanbul's skyline at Mikla.

7. Day 7: Boat Tour on the Bosphorus
   17 minutes (5.5 km) from Mikla

   Cruise on the Bosphorus while enjoying a seafood feast and breathtaking views of Istanbul's landmarks.

8. Day 8: Brunch at Journey
   23 minutes (9.7 km) from Boat Tour on the Bosphorus

   Brunch at Journey featuring creative takes on classic dishes, great coffee and cocktails.

9. Day 9: Coffee Tasting at Kronotrop
   5 minutes (1.1 km) from Journey

   Get a coffee education with passionate roasters at Kronotrop on the final day of your trip.

Time and Costs Estimates:

• Van Kahvaltı Evi (1 hour, CAD 10-20)
• Cooking Alaturka (4 hours, CAD 70-100)
• Çiya Sofrası (2 hours, CAD 15-30)
• Turkish Street Food Tour (3 hours, CAD 60-80)
• Grand Bazaar (2-3 hours, CAD 30-50)
• Mikla (2 hours, CAD 150-200)
• Boat Tour on the Bosphorus (4 hours, CAD 120-160)
• Journey (1-2 hours, CAD 20-40)
• Kronotrop (1-2 hours, CAD 15-25)
• Total Estimated Costs: CAD 470-665

Useful tips:

If you have more time:

• Visit Istanbul Modern: Museum of modern art with an incredible view of the Bosphorus Strait
• Take a sunset walk in Uskudar: A charming neighborhood on the Asian side of Istanbul
• Try Mado's icecream: Indulge in delicious and creamy Turkish ice cream at one of Mado's location which is all across the city

If you have less time:

• Skip the Grand Bazaar and opt for the Spice Bazaar instead, also known as the Egyptian Bazaar.
• Consider a half-day cooking class at Cooking Alaturka
• Choose between either a boat tour or seafood dinner experience on the Bosphorus Strait instead of both.