Five-Day Istanbul Adventure: Conquering The City's Marvels!

Istanbul is a vibrant city with an interesting History and a fascinating vibrant culture. We can see breathtaking beauty all around the place. There are ornate monuments and off-beat places with delightful cuisine. Here, we have compiled a detailed article stating the plan to visit this beautiful place by having Turkey Holiday Packages, so you may not miss the wonderful experiences. To explore the beauty of a vibrant city, Istanbul will be a great adventure. 

Five-day itinerary with Istanbul holiday packages

There are countless places to see in this beautiful place. Here, we have listed places that you must visit.

Day 1, Arrival in Istanbul

After Arrival, have some rest in your accommodation. Then decide to visit the places that resonate with the time of the day. Depending on the hotel’s location, you can take a walking tour around the city and visit the local marketplaces to feel the city’s vibe. There are various options if you arrive earlier and have a whole day to spend. 

• The District of Beyoglu

On Istanbul’s European side, the District of Beyoglu has luxurious 18th-century buildings. Many grand structures like these will be along Grande Rue de Péra, presently known as İstiklal Caddesi. There will be various churches to visit with the flower passage and bustling marketplaces.

•  Sultanahmet District

The Sultanahmet District has many historic buildings. By going on a tour by walking, you will see the Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia. You can also visit the Byzantine Hippodrome, Basilica Cistern, and the Archeological Museums of Istanbul. You can enjoy the local cuisine of Istanbul at the dinner time.

Day 2, Discovering Istanbul by Boat and on Foot

On this day, you can explore the whole city. The tour will start from the famous Topkapi Palace. It was an old accommodation of the Ottoman royalty that is now turned into a museum. After that, you can visit the famous spice market having countless spices providing fragrances in the ambient atmosphere. Here, you can buy gifts like the famous Turkish delight, Coffee, tea, and nuts. 

After having food, you can opt for a boat cruise that will take you to Bosphorous Strait. There, you can observe the Asian and European shorelines and learn about their importance in the Geography of Istanbul. On returning, there are churches and consulates to visit. There is a tunnel district and a hall of Whirling Dervishes. You can see the Galata Tower, The Golden Horn, the peninsula, and The Bosphorus. After all these visits, take a rest and be ready for the next day. 

Day 3, Visiting Famed Old Town Of Istanbul

On the third day, you can focus on the old town District. It has various important sights and architecture like the Basilica Cistern and the Byzantine-era Hippodrome.  You can have Turkey Tour Packages to see the world-famous Blue Mosque. It got its name from the blue tiles used to decorate its interiors. Then you will see the Hagia Sophia. It was the largest building in the world built before the Middle Ages. It has beautifully made interiors. In the afternoon, you can visit the Grand Bazar. It is the largest covered market in the world. After that, you can have dinner, return, and have a good night’s sleep. 

Day 4, A Cruise toward Buyukada Island

After breakfast, go for a boat tour in Istanbul cruising across the Sea of Marmara passing the architecture like Maiden’s Tower, Topkapi Palace, Galata Tower, and The Train Station of Haydarpasa. The island of Buyukada was once a land of exile for the Byzantine princes. Later it became a popular summer residence for Non-Muslim Ottoman minorities. You can savor the seafood on its coast. 

On reaching the island, you can discover it on a horse-drawn carriage. The main places to see will be AYA Yorgi Monastery, Hotel Splendid Palace, Prinkipio Yacht Club, The Greek Orthodox Orphanage, and Leon Trotsky’s House. The tour will not include going inside the buildings but they are good enough from the exterior. On reaching your accommodation, you can stroll around the city at night to buy souvenirs to take back and have dinner at restaurants around the place. 

Day 5, Departure

After having Breakfast, you can have a tram ride on the historic trams of Istanbul, created for tourists to go around the city. You can reach the airport by taxi service from your accommodation after collecting priceless memories from the beautiful city of Istanbul.

Conclusion

The Istanbul city is a marvelous place to visit. It has splendid architecture and amazing marketplaces to buy traditional stuff and souvenirs. The cuisine of Istanbul will satiate the taste buds that will leave an unforgettable impression for a lifetime. To plan for the tip, you can ask for the Istanbul Holiday Packages that will make visiting this city a hassle-free and seamless experience. At Holiday Factory Premium, We provide tour packages to beautiful destinations with top-class airline tickets and stays at luxurious hotels. We provide high-level travel Insurance and expertly guided tours. To have an unforgettable travel experience, contact us.