Istanbul and Bursa Honeymoon Cultural Trip

Istanbul and Bursa Honeymoon Cultural Trip

Istanbul, TR

Sunrise with a view
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Mosque symmetry
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Dates
04 Feb - 05 Feb
Duration
2 days
Activities
14 places

Description

Istanbul is a city that straddles Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus Strait. It is known for its historic sites, vibrant culture, and diverse architecture. Key attractions include the Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, and the Grand Bazaar. The city offers a blend of Byzantine and Ottoman history, with lively neighborhoods, waterfront views, and traditional Turkish cuisine.

Highlights

  • Visit Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque for historic architecture.
  • Explore Topkapi Palace and its collections.
  • Shop and experience local life at the Grand Bazaar.
  • Enjoy a Bosphorus cruise for scenic views.
  • Stroll through Sultanahmet Square and nearby streets.

Itinerary

Hagia Sophia Museum

Hagia Sophia, Istanbul
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Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya Meydanı, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey

Visit Hagia Sophia Museum in Istanbul, located at Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya Meydanı. Open from 9:00AM to 10:30AM on Feb 4, 2026. Entry fee is approximately $15 per person. Suitable for a couple.

Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque)

Istanbul Sultanahmet Camii, Blue mosque
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Sultan Ahmet, Atmeydanı Cd. No:7, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey

Visit the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, a historic mosque located at Sultan Ahmet, Atmeydanı Cd. No:7, open from 10:45AM to 12:15PM on Feb 04, 2026. Suitable for a couple, within a medium budget.

Lunch at Seven Hills Restaurant

Street view of Kuro Eatery on Uxbridge Street in Notting Hill, London.
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Cankurtaran, Tevkifhane Sk. No:8, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey

Lunch at Seven Hills Restaurant in Cankurtaran, Istanbul, from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM on Feb 4, 2026. Located at Tevkifhane Sk. No:8, Fatih district.

Topkapi Palace

Harem
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Cankurtaran, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey

Visit Topkapi Palace in Istanbul, a historic residence of Ottoman sultans, featuring courtyards, museums, and artifacts. Located in Cankurtaran, Fatih district.

Basilica Cistern

Underground water storage Yerebatan Sarayi (Basilica Cistern), the largest of several hundred ancient cisterns that lie beneath the city of Istanbul (formerly Constantinople), Turkey.
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Alemdar, Yerebatan Cd. 1/3, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey

Visit the Basilica Cistern in Istanbul, a historic underground water reservoir built in the 6th century, located at Alemdar, Yerebatan Cd. 1/3, Fatih. Open from 3:30PM to 5:00PM on Feb 04, 2026, for a

Walk through Sultanahmet Square and Hippodrome

People walking at sunset in a historic square in Istanbul, Türkiye, casting long shadows.
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Sultan Ahmet, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey

Walk through Sultanahmet Square and Hippodrome in Istanbul, exploring historic sites in the evening. Located in Sultan Ahmet, Fatih district.

Dinner at Balıkçı Sabahattin

A delicious shrimp salad with mixed greens, quinoa, and vibrant colors, perfect for a healthy meal.
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Cankurtaran, Seyit Hasan Kuyu Sk. No:1, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey

Dinner at Balıkçı Sabahattin in Cankurtaran, Istanbul, for a couple on Feb 4, 2026, from 6:45PM to 8:30PM.

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