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Price was S$2,089, price is now S$1,862 per person
S$1,862
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Hanoi (HAN) to Istanbul (IST)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Lovely quaint and full of character and charm. Clean rooms and functional. Close to all major sites such as Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, Sofia Hagia, Grand Bazaar all walking distance , breakfast ok - staff polite and friendly.
Reviewed on 1 Nov, 2025
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
Sultanahmet
Price was S$2,464, price is now S$1,887 per person
S$1,887
per person
17 Dec - 20 Dec
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Hanoi (HAN) to Istanbul (IST)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (570 reviews)
As a Canadian visitor, I found this hotel to be exceptional in every aspect, ranking among the finest establishments I have ever experienced. The staff, location, and breakfast were all outstanding. I wholeheartedly recommend this hotel and would undoubtedly choose to stay here again. The level of hospitality provided was truly remarkable.
Reviewed on 5 Nov, 2025
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Reviews of Basilica Cistern
4.3
Top destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
again, massively under repair. the Cistern of Philoxenos just round the corner was very good (and free) and no tourists as not really know
5/5 - Excellent
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Worth seeing
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveller
Under renovation and currently drained (no water or fish as seen on our previous visit). However, the price charged is the same. You can still walk around the entire site and still see the heads of Medusa but it lacks the magic and eeriness compared to when it's full of water.
4/5 - Good
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Go early or late afternoon to beat the crowds.
4/5 - Good
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Worth a look!
5/5 - Excellent
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Don't miss this hidden gem.
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