We Love —
- The hotel's fantastic central location, just 100 metres from Taksim Square and a short stroll from the restaurants, bars and shops of Istiklal Street.
- Sampling the exquisite flavours of Ottoman cuisine at Saltanat Restaurant.
- Unwinding in total serenity at wellness centre, and enjoying a session in the traditional Turkish bath.
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Nova Plaza Orion Hotel 4* —
Immerse yourself in the heart of Istanbul and settle in at the Nova Plaza Orion 4*, located just 100 metres from the famous Taksim Square. Combining hospitality and comfort, this hotel is the ideal starting point for a refined and relaxing Turkish getaway.
Experience elegance and comfort within stylish rooms, and take advantage of the many facilities available, from an impressive wellness centre with an indoor pool and traditional Turkish bath, to exquisite dining with panoramic city views - an enchanting stay in Istanbul awaits!
Your room —
Just for you:
- One welcome fruit platter in the room upon arrival
This offer is based on a Standard City View Room.
Standard City View Room
Enjoy restful nights in your elegantly appointed guestroom, featuring charming city views and all the amenities you could need for a comfortable and relaxing stay.
Your dining choices
Just for you:
- Included welcome drink (one per person per stay)
This is a bed and breakfast stay.
Prepare for a culinary journey when you take a seat at the Saltanat restaurant, a unique à la carte venue where Turkish and Ottoman flavours are interpreted with a contemporary approach.
The Tulip restaurant serves up a rich buffet breakfast every morning, and offers diners a wide variety of comforting international dishes for both lunch and dinner, perfect after a day of sightseeing! Guests will also have the opportunity to dine outside on the terrace, featuring fabulous city views.
Your time
Treat yourself to moments of relaxation and recharge your batteries with a visit to the hotel's wellness centre. Featuring an indoor pool, fitness center, sauna and traditional Turkish bath, it's the perfect place to pamper yourself after visiting the city's gems.
Optional excursions —
Guided tour of the Basilica of Saint Sophia
Discover the Basilica of Saint Sophia in Istanbul on a 30-minute tour with an English-speaking guide! Visit the rest of the basilica at your own pace with your audioguide on your smartphone and discover the history of the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman empires.
Practical information:
- Type of visit: Guided tour
- Availability: Every day (except when the Basilica is exceptionally closed to the public)
- Guided: The first part of the tour is in English. The rest of the tour will be conducted with an audioguide available in French.
- Accessible to people with reduced mobility: no
- Transfers: not included
- Length of guided tour: 30 minutes (you may stay as long as you wish in the Basilica of Saint Sophia after the guided tour)
- Meeting point: Basilica of Saint Sophia, Istanbul
- Departure times: 10 am and 2 pm
- Maximum number of people: 20
Price includes:
- 30-minute guided tour in English
- Entrance ticket for the Basilica
- Access to an audio guide available in several languages from an app
The price does not include:
- Tips and gratuities (optional)
- Personal expenses
- Meals and drinks
- Anything not included in the "Price includes" section.
Evening dinner cruise on the Bosphorus
Enjoy an evening with dinner and entertainment aboard a cruise along the Bosphorus and admire the most beautiful panoramas of Istanbul at night!
Old City morning tour
From historical visits to local folklore, this tour takes you to four of Istanbul's most visited attractions in a single morning. Avoid long queues and discover Istanbul's treasures, efficiently! Start in Hagia Sophia for a guided tour, visit the magnificent Blue Mosque and discover Istanbul's ancient history at the Hippodrome, before visiting the Grand Bazaar.
Practical information:
- Itinerary: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome and Covered Grand Bazaar
- Tour type: Walking tour
- Guided: yes
- Languages: English, French, Spanish and Italian
- Availability: daily except Tuesday and Friday
- Duration: 4 hours
- Times: Pick-up from 7:30 a.m. depending on your hotel location, tour ends around 1 p.m.
- Number of people: from 2 to 10
- Transfers: one-way transfer only
- Pick-up point: at your hotel
Price includes:
- One-way transfer only
- Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome and Covered Grand Bazaar
- Museum entrance tickets
Price does not include:
- Meals and drinks not mentioned in the "Price includes" section
- Gratuities and personal expenses
- Return transfer (tour ends at the Grand Bazaar)
- Anything not mentioned in 'Price includes'
Classic Istanbul Pass: Activities, public transport and discounts (7 days)
Discover Istanbul and its must-see sites and attractions. Enjoy 5 public transport journeys, a cruise along the Bosphorus, a guided tour of the Grand Bazaar and the spice market, as well as a digital guide in English so you don't miss anything throughout your stay!
The price includes:
- The Istanbul Welcome Card – Classic Pass
- The 105-minute Bosphorus cruise
- Guided walking tour to the Grand Bazaar and the spice market
- 20% discounts on many attractions
- The 5 journeys by public transport
- The digital guide
The price does not include:
- Meals and drinks not mentioned in 'The price includes'
- Any tips and personal expenses
- Anything not listed in 'price includes'
Your journey to Istanbul —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).
Luggage information
Baggage, meals and other services on board certain flights may be subject to a charge. You will find out whether your airfare includes baggage when you choose your airline and timetable. If your fare does not include baggage, please go to the airline's website before your departure with your travel file reference to find out the exact fare and purchase your extra baggage. If you choose a low-cost airline, you will be able to add your baggage during the booking process. For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving baggage, so you will have to pay for it at the airport counter. You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Istanbul —
With an incredibly rich history and a reputation as the last remaining outpost of the Roman Empire, Istanbul has a fascinating heritage that draws in travellers all year round.
Situated on the narrow strait between the Black Sea and the Marmara Sea, Istanbul has long been a bridge between Asia and Europe, both geographically and culturally. As the final stage on the legendary Silk Road, the cultural diversity of Istanbul is tangible to this day.
For a city with a fascinating history of 2500 years waiting to be explored, Istanbul also boasts cosmopolitan restaurants, bars and shops, cool boutique hotels and live music venues for those looking to be immersed in the fast-paced, modern lifestyle of Istanbul.