Ottoman route
A practical ottoman route itinerary for Türkiye. Day-by-day highlights, transport and pace are outlined below to help you plan a smooth trip.
Who it is for: Travellers who want a clear day-by-day plan.
Estimated pace: medium
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1-2
Area: Istanbul (Topkapı, Süleymaniye, Dolmabahçe)
What to do: Day 1-2: Istanbul (Topkapı, Süleymaniye, Dolmabahçe)
medium
Day 3
Area: Bursa (Grand Mosque, Green Tomb, Cumalıkızık)
What to do: Day 3: Bursa (Grand Mosque, Green Tomb, Cumalıkızık)
medium
Day 4
Area: Edirne (Selimiye Mosque)
What to do: Day 4: Edirne (Selimiye Mosque)
medium
Day 5
Area: Back to Istanbul, hammam + Bosphorus dinner
What to do: Day 5: Back to Istanbul, hammam + Bosphorus dinner
medium
Before you go
Train Istanbul→Eskişehir→Konya optional; otherwise flights and buses.
April–June and September–October are the most comfortable months.
Independent travellers.
Overpacking the schedule.