Cost breakdown · Backpacker · 14 days
What a 14-day backpacker trip to Istanbul actually costs.
For two travelers from Amsterdam to Istanbul, Turkey. Hostels, street food, public transport, and the cheapest signature experience that's still worth it.
All-in for two
€1,327
≈ €664 per person · includes a 15% buffer for unknowns
Where the money goes
Round-trip flights 2 × €120 (AMS → destination) | €240 |
Hotel 14 nights · €15/night | €210 |
Food & drink 14 days · 2 people · €15/person/day | €420 |
4 signature activities 2 × €20 × 4 | €160 |
Local transit 14 days · 2 people · ~€4/person/day | €112 |
Airport transfers Round-trip · arrival + departure | €12 |
| Subtotal | €1,154 |
| Buffer (15%)For unknowns — taxis, drinks, that one souvenir | €173 |
| All-in total | €1,327 |
How we got these numbers
All figures come from the curated TravelM8 pricing table — editorial estimates cross-referenced from official tourism boards, public OTA listings (Booking, Hostelworld, Skyscanner, GetYourGuide), and recent traveler reports. Not live quotes. Real prices for your specific dates may swing ±15–20%. Last reviewed: 2026-04-26. Full methodology →
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