1 day in Turkey Itinerary

A physical and cultural bridge between Europe and Asia, the transcontinental city of Istanbul serves as a living reminder of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires.

Start off your visit on the 30th (Wed): admire the striking features of Basilica Cistern and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sultan Ahmed Mosque.

To find maps, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Istanbul vacation builder site .

Alexandria, Egypt to Istanbul is an approximately 3.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and ferry. The time zone difference when traveling from Alexandria to Istanbul is 1 hour. While traveling from Alexandria, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in Istanbul, ranging from highs of 28°C to lows of 26°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Wed) so you can travel back home.