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Istanbul: City Experience

7 days, 1 city  |  Loading prices

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Why go?

Istanbul is a single city that spans two continents—and feels infinite. As you explore ancient Old Town, get lost in trendy Karaköy, and fall for the most-loved kittens in the world, you’ll wish this trip to the never-ending city would never end.

What you'll get

  • Round-trip flights & airport transfers (or book ’em yourself)
  • 5 nights in handpicked accommodations
  • 5 breakfasts and 2 dinners
  • Expert Tour Director and 3 insider city tours with local guides
  • 24/7 support from our travel gurus
  • Optional hammam spa experience, Turkish street food tour, and more

Picture yourself

  • Ooh’ing and aah’ing your way through a 1,500 year old mosque
  • Browsing the thousands of shops of Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar
  • Filling your Instagram feed with color in the Balat neighborhood
  • Eating all the baklava and Turkish delight you can get your hands on
  • Visiting an ancient bathhouse for a scrubbing and bubble massage

Itinerary

Day 1: Overnight flight

Grab your go-to neck pillow, cozy up in your seat, and get some rest—Istanbul is home to 16 MILLION people, and they’re anxiously awaiting your arrival.

Day 2: Arrive in Istanbul

Welcome to Istanbul, Turkey, a city that straddles both Europe and Asia. Get settled in and get some rest—starting tomorrow, you’ve got two continents to explore.

Today’s highlights
  • Meet an EF representative at the airport and head to your accommodations.
  • Get the latest schedule and info from your Tour Director.
  • Enjoy a Welcome Dinner with your group at an authentic local spot.
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Friday, 9am–5:30pm ET

Special Black Friday Hours:
Thursday, November 14: 9am–7pm ET
Friday–Saturday, November 15–16: 9:30am–5pm ET

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