8 days 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.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Hagia Sophia and Historic Areas of Istanbul. Take a break from the city and head to Bosphorus Strait and Deepist Diving & Travel. Explore Istanbul's surroundings by going to Buyukada Tabiat Parki (in Buyukada) and Delmece Yaylasi (in Cinarcik). And it doesn't end there: get engrossed in the history at Chora Museum, browse the exhibits of Galata Tower, steep yourself in history at Rumeli Fortress, and wander the streets of Istiklal Caddesi.

To find maps, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Istanbul day trip planner.

Lahore, Pakistan to Istanbul is an approximately 10.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) to Turkey Time (TRT), which is usually a -2 hour difference. Traveling from Lahore in April, things will get colder in Istanbul: highs are around 20°C and lows about 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) to allow time to travel back home.