Flight + Hotel to Istanbul, Turkey from 254 €

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254 €

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Created: Thursday, February 22, 2024 - Departure: Monday, November 4, 2024

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Your Travel Itinerary: London to Istanbul

Travelers: 2 Adults, 0 Children

Transportation: Transfer from Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport

Accommodation: 4 Nights at Vavien Hotel, Beyoglu, Turkey

Insurance: Assistance Insurance included for your peace of mind

As your travel agent, I would highly recommend that you read up on your destination to make the most of your trip. Here are a few guides and books that will provide you with valuable insights:1. "Lonely Planet Istanbul" – This guide offers comprehensive information on the top sights, hidden gems, and local secrets of Istanbul. It's perfect for understanding the lay of the land and planning your daily excursions.2. "DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Turkey" – DK Eyewitness provides a visually rich guidebook that covers not only Istanbul but also other parts of Turkey, should you wish to explore further.3. "Istanbul: Memories and the City" by Orhan Pamuk – This memoir by Nobel Prize-winning author Orhan Pamuk intertwines personal history with the narrative of the city, giving you an evocative portrait of Istanbul.4. "Strolling Through Istanbul: The Classic Guide to the City" by Hilary Sumner-Boyd and John Freely – This is a detailed and enjoyable walking guide that covers historical sites, cultural spots, and the architectural treasures of Istanbul.Remember to check the latest edition of any guidebook to ensure you have the most up-to-date information. Enjoy your trip!

About the destination

Istanbul's historical significance and its incredible cultural and architectural legacy can be attributed to its ideal strategic location, spanning the Bosphorus straits that divide Europe and Asia Minor. Throughout most of its 2,500-year history, the city (initially known as Byzantium, then Constantinople, and since 1930, Istanbul) has been a cultural melting pot. Today, its population of over 13 million is predominantly Turkish, with many of its residents being recent migrants from rural Turkey, drawn by the prospect of employment and career opportunities in this dynamic, rapidly expanding city. Although Istanbul is no longer the capital of the country, it remains Turkey's economic and cultural hub - a status emphasized by its designation as a European City of Culture in 2010 and the UNESCO World Heritage recognition of many of its key landmarks. These range from breathtaking Ottoman mosques and Byzantine churches and catacombs, to the pillars of Hellenistic temples and the remnants of enormous medieval city walls. However, Istanbul offers more than just Byzantine and Ottoman heritage. A rapidly growing economy has led to a thriving arts and music scene, with an abundance of new bars, clubs, private art galleries, restaurants, and designer fashion stores.

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