How many days in Istanbul?
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We hired a private guide in Istanbul and it was money well spent, especially if you only have a few days. I'd figure on a minimum of three full days but that will only be scratching the surface. Better than flying right home, though.
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you can see all city main places in 5 days I think I had 3 days and most of the main places seen. you should take a guide for to see main places effectively. I can suggest some guides that I have met while my trip if you want. they can help you and maybe you can arrenge a private tour with them.
have a nice trip.
have a nice trip.
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Rather than hire a guide, just buy a Fodor's guidebook & the DK Top Ten Istanbul. We self-toured in 2 bouts of 2 1/2 days (with our Anatolia jaunt in the middle). We didn't see everything (we never treat a vacation like a site marathon) but we saw enough to be very content. Many of the sites are easily walkable from Sultanamet & those north of the Galata can be accessed with public transit. ymmv
Ian
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