6 days in Istanbul & Doha Itinerary

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Bosphorus Bridge and Fatih Mosque and Complex. There's still lots to do: admire the striking features of Yeni Camii, take an in-depth tour of Galata Tower, admire the masterpieces at Istanbul Modern | Istanbul Museum of Modern Art, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Little Hagia Sophia.

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Antwerp, Belgium to Istanbul is an approximately 7-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of car and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from Antwerp to Istanbul. Traveling from Antwerp in February, things will get somewhat warmer in Istanbul: highs are around 11°C and lows about 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Wed) so you can catch the flight to Doha.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Thu): relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers, don't miss a visit to The Corniche, then don't miss a visit to The Pearl Island, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Katara Mosque, and finally take in nature's colorful creations at Park Cafe. Here are some ideas for day two: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, hunt for treasures at Falcon Souq, then explore the world behind art at Museum of Islamic Art, and finally take an in-depth tour of Msheireb Museums.

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Traveling by flight from Istanbul to Doha takes 8 hours. Traveling from Istanbul in February, you will find days in Doha are much hotter (29°C), and nights are a bit warmer (15°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sat) to allow time to fly back home.