6-Day Istanbul Adventure: Explore Turkey's Historic Gem

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Created: Wednesday 1 October 2025 - Departure: Tuesday 25 November 2025

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Romantic Family Shopping Honeymoon Hotel only Valentine's Day Active Holidays Turkey

Romantic Getaway to Istanbul: 5 Nights at Aspen Hotel Istanbul

Enjoy an unforgettable escape for 2 adults at the lovely Aspen Hotel Istanbul, right in the heart of Istanbul, Turkey. This package is perfect for couples seeking a romantic retreat, honeymooners, or those celebrating Valentine's Day. Immerse yourself in the city's rich culture, vibrant shopping districts, and active holiday experiences. With 5 nights of comfortable accommodation, you'll have plenty of time to explore Istanbul's enchanting mix of history and modern life.

Duration: 5 nights
Hotel: Aspen Hotel Istanbul
Location: Istanbul, Turkey
Guests: 2 adults
Themes: Romantic, Family, Shopping, Honeymoon, Hotel Only, Valentine's Day, Active Holidays, Turkey

To make the most of your trip, I recommend reading "Istanbul: Memories and the City" by Orhan Pamuk for a beautifully written insight into the city's soul. For practical travel advice, "DK Eyewitness Istanbul" offers detailed maps, tips, and highlights. If you're interested in local experiences, "Istanbul Eats: Exploring the Culinary Backstreets" is perfect for discovering the best food spots. For a broader perspective, "Travel Guide to Turkey" by Lonely Planet is always a reliable companion. Happy travels!

About the destination

Istanbul owes its historical significance and its incredible cultural and architectural heritage to its perfect strategic location, straddling the Bosphorus straits which separate Europe and Asia Minor. Throughout most of its 2,500-year-long history, the city (first known as Byzantium, then as Constantinople and since 1930 as Istanbul) was a cultural melting pot. Today, its population of over 13 million is almost exclusively Turkish, and many of its people are recent migrants from provincial Turkey, drawn by the promise of jobs and careers in this vibrant, rapidly growing city. Istanbul is no longer the nation's capital, but is Turkey's economic and cultural powerhouse - a status emphasised by its role as a European City of Culture in 2010 and the award of UNESCO World Heritage listing to many of its most important landmarks, which range from stunning Ottoman mosques and Byzantine churches and catacombs to the columns of Hellenistic temples and the remains of massive medieval city walls. But there's more to Istanbul than Byzantine and Ottoman heritage. A rapidly growing economy has contributed to a thriving arts and music scene, with a wealth of new bars, clubs, private art galleries, restaurants and designer fashion outlets.

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Aspen Hotel Istanbul, Lobby sitting area

Aspen Hotel Istanbul 8.5 Very good

Istanbul - to 0.4 miles from the centreBED AND BREAKFASTMesih Pasa Mh., Aksaray Cd No:25, Istanbul 34150 Standard-Twin-Standard Twin Room

A stay at Aspen Hotel Istanbul places you in the heart of Istanbul, within a 5-minute drive of Grand Bazaar and Sultanahmet Square. This spa hotel is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Blue Mosque and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Hagia Sophia.

Take time to pamper yourself with a visit to the full-service spa. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.

Make yourself at home in one of the 63 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and blackout drapes/curtains.

Grab a bite to eat at BREAKFAST HALL, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

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Total price From €365

Trip summary

25 Nov 2025 - 30 Nov 2025

Nights 5

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