Thanks for the video! Did you explore both Asian and European in one day? I have overlay in the airport for 7 hrs. Do you think I will have time to see both side? I plan to take a bus.
No, we explored in 2-3 days! If you have only 7 hours, I'd recommend enjoying the European side. It is more traditional and has more to see and do! All the attractions are on the European side. The Asian side has a more relaxing vibe! So, if you have more days, you can enjoy the pubs and some reading spots. Also, if you are planning to take public transport, do not forget to get the Istanbulkart. It will save your life. You can get the Istanbulkart from Istanbulkart vending machines located on the -2 floor of Istanbul Airport. Otherwise, they have Uber and BiTaksi too!
@@sagarandami thank you for your quick response. I’m a solo female traveler and first time in Istanbul. How much liras should I take with me for one day trip. I don’t plan to spend a lot. Did you buy e sim card before your arrival or after?
Wow, you are so cool!! I really want to travel as a solo female traveller at least once!! You must have a lot of stories to tell!! Anyways, please bear with my long response :) Istanbul can be either affordable or expensive, depending on your spending habits. I'll provide you with an estimate of some costs to help you decide. Some attractions have admission fees, which can be paid in Euros, while others are free. You can also use Klook to purchase tickets online in your own currency. klook.tp.st/GeCScyxk - Hagia Sophia klook.tp.st/LeQZEL6Q - Basilica Cistern klook.tp.st/gyHYvNJk - Galata Tower klook.tp.st/umyG7jQT - Dolmabahçe Palace In terms of food, look for options near the Grand Bazaar or Spice Market. For a typical chicken doner, we were paying between 100-200 Lira. This is a lower end of prices. Keep in mind that, prices in Istanbul change quite frequently if not daily due to inflation. Consider trying "Lokantasi" for traditional and inexpensive dining. A plate of food will be around 120-150 lira. If you are looking for some bakery items, look for Borek for inexpensive food options. There are simit/chestnut carts everywhere and it will cost you 10-30 lira. In terms of transportation, Istanbulkart will cost you 70 lira. Each train/tram or bus ride will cost you around 17 Lira (one trip), while a ferry ride will be between 24-30 Lira. You can top up your card at any tram station. We have covered everything in these two videos if you need detailed information:ruclips.net/video/pS2077_p1L4/видео.html ruclips.net/video/JzrQ1z3emHg/видео.html Or you can watch this channel, she is amazing: ruclips.net/video/9EyWRJedU0g/видео.html Please note, that some links are affiliate links. If you kindly purchase through the link, we'll get a small commission at no extra cost to you. It is a great way to support us in creating more travel content. Also, since you are a solo traveller, I thought I'd encourage you to watch this video too: ruclips.net/video/i1QIu4N8oA0/видео.html We've only encountered kindness in Istanbul, but some people have experienced scams at tourist spots. It's important to be aware of these issues. Hope this helps. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions :)
We are currently on a 625-day trip around the world. We have been using an E-sim for the last 3-4 months, and it worked really well in Istanbul. We went with Eskimo due to its better pricing compared to other E-sims. I checked Klook and found that there's one for Turkey: klook.tp.st/eMXa3ttR
Istanbul looks beautiful. Beautiful scarf Ami. Also new hair cut looks lovely. How do you guys manage visas since you are on a go. Did you get visas before hand or how?
Thank you 😊😊 we are actually fortunate as we do not have to worry about visas at all with our NZ passport! Most of the countries are either visa-free or visa on arrival It is one of the reasons we waited so long to start this journey in the first place as we wanted this freedom 😇🍻
Thanks for the video! Did you explore both Asian and European in one day? I have overlay in the airport for 7 hrs. Do you think I will have time to see both side? I plan to take a bus.
No, we explored in 2-3 days! If you have only 7 hours, I'd recommend enjoying the European side. It is more traditional and has more to see and do! All the attractions are on the European side. The Asian side has a more relaxing vibe! So, if you have more days, you can enjoy the pubs and some reading spots.
Also, if you are planning to take public transport, do not forget to get the Istanbulkart. It will save your life. You can get the Istanbulkart from Istanbulkart vending machines located on the -2 floor of Istanbul Airport.
Otherwise, they have Uber and BiTaksi too!
@@sagarandami thank you for your quick response. I’m a solo female traveler and first time in Istanbul. How much liras should I take with me for one day trip. I don’t plan to spend a lot. Did you buy e sim card before your arrival or after?
Let me get back to you on this by tomorrow. It’s gonna be long as reply hahah!!
Wow, you are so cool!! I really want to travel as a solo female traveller at least once!! You must have a lot of stories to tell!!
Anyways, please bear with my long response :)
Istanbul can be either affordable or expensive, depending on your spending habits. I'll provide you with an estimate of some costs to help you decide. Some attractions have admission fees, which can be paid in Euros, while others are free. You can also use Klook to purchase tickets online in your own currency. klook.tp.st/GeCScyxk - Hagia Sophia
klook.tp.st/LeQZEL6Q - Basilica Cistern
klook.tp.st/gyHYvNJk - Galata Tower
klook.tp.st/umyG7jQT - Dolmabahçe Palace
In terms of food, look for options near the Grand Bazaar or Spice Market. For a typical chicken doner, we were paying between 100-200 Lira. This is a lower end of prices. Keep in mind that, prices in Istanbul change quite frequently if not daily due to inflation. Consider trying "Lokantasi" for traditional and inexpensive dining. A plate of food will be around 120-150 lira. If you are looking for some bakery items, look for Borek for inexpensive food options. There are simit/chestnut carts everywhere and it will cost you 10-30 lira.
In terms of transportation, Istanbulkart will cost you 70 lira. Each train/tram or bus ride will cost you around 17 Lira (one trip), while a ferry ride will be between 24-30 Lira. You can top up your card at any tram station.
We have covered everything in these two videos if you need detailed information:ruclips.net/video/pS2077_p1L4/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/JzrQ1z3emHg/видео.html
Or you can watch this channel, she is amazing: ruclips.net/video/9EyWRJedU0g/видео.html
Please note, that some links are affiliate links. If you kindly purchase through the link, we'll get a small commission at no extra cost to you. It is a great way to support us in creating more travel content.
Also, since you are a solo traveller, I thought I'd encourage you to watch this video too: ruclips.net/video/i1QIu4N8oA0/видео.html
We've only encountered kindness in Istanbul, but some people have experienced scams at tourist spots. It's important to be aware of these issues.
Hope this helps. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions :)
We are currently on a 625-day trip around the world. We have been using an E-sim for the last 3-4 months, and it worked really well in Istanbul. We went with Eskimo due to its better pricing compared to other E-sims.
I checked Klook and found that there's one for Turkey: klook.tp.st/eMXa3ttR
Can't wait to reference this video when we go there!
So glad to hear this!!! 😊😊
Those mosques were incredible! Markets and food look so tempting too. Thanks for giving us this visual treat!
Cannot wait for you to explore it! This is such a magical land!!
Tempting video to visit Istanbul,nice
You should, definitely 😘
1k Finally!!!!
Hahahaha! Finally!! Thank you for being so supportive! 🥂🥂
Nice
Hey!!! Glad you enjoyed it 🤙🏼
Nine informative video, when i visited Istanbul in 2022, Donar was 80 Lira, now its very expensive.
Glad you enjoyed it! Oh, really? Wow!!
If you go beyond the tourist areas, you can still find a doner for 80 lira!
When I visited Istanbul in 2018 doner was only 2.5 -3.5 tl in taksim square, Can you believe this 😮
No way?!! Really? Things are definitely changing too fast!!
Istanbul looks beautiful. Beautiful scarf Ami. Also new hair cut looks lovely. How do you guys manage visas since you are on a go. Did you get visas before hand or how?
Thank you 😊😊 we are actually fortunate as we do not have to worry about visas at all with our NZ passport! Most of the countries are either visa-free or visa on arrival
It is one of the reasons we waited so long to start this journey in the first place as we wanted this freedom 😇🍻
@@sagarandami that's fantastic!
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Is there Uber there?
Yes! They do have an Uber. They have their local taxi service called BiTaksi as well.