Cost breakdown · Mid-range · 3 days
What a 3-day mid-range trip to Istanbul actually costs.
For two travelers from Amsterdam to Istanbul, Turkey. 3-star city hotels, sit-down meals with a few splurges, mix of metro and short taxis, one or two booked activities.
All-in for two
€1,257
≈ €629 per person · includes a 12% buffer for unknowns
Where the money goes
Round-trip flights 2 × €230 (AMS → destination) | €460 |
Hotel 3 nights · €70/night | €210 |
Food & drink 3 days · 2 people · €35/person/day | €210 |
1 signature activity 2 × €45 × 1 | €90 |
Local transit 3 days · 2 people · ~€7/person/day | €42 |
Airport transfers Round-trip · arrival + departure | €110 |
| Subtotal | €1,122 |
| Buffer (12%)For unknowns — taxis, drinks, that one souvenir | €135 |
| All-in total | €1,257 |
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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