Suggested Itineraries for Turkey
Our experts know Turkey like the back of their hand and have traveled extensively around the country. We have put together some trips and tours of Turkey to get you inspired.
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Turkey Ancient History & Coast
Istanbul, Cappadocia, Izmir, Bodrum
8 NightsFrom $3,570 PPThis 9-day exploration of Turkey visits the highlights, delve into the country’s rich history by visiting ancient landmarks and enjoy pristine white sandy beaches. -
A Week in Istanbul & Cappadocia
Istanbul, Cappadocia
6 NightsFrom $3,078 PPDiscover some of the most popular sights in Turkey on this magical 7-day tour. -
Classic Turkey
Istanbul, Cappadocia, Izmir
8 NightsFrom $3,682 PPDiscover classic Turkey on this exciting journey that begins in Istanbul, with private guided tours of its rich history and culture. -
Turkey’s Turquoise Coast from Bodrum
Bodrum, Knidos, Datca, Bencik, Selimiye, Bozburun, Bozukkale, Ekincik, Dalyan, Aga Limani, Gocek
7 NightsFrom $1,219 PPIdeal for sailing in a gulet yacht, you’ll get to soak up the Aegean sun while exploring charming towns, island gems, and ancient sites. -
Sailing the Hisaronu Gulf
Bodrum, Knidos, Eski Datca, Bozburun, Selimiye, Bencik, Palamutbuku, Mersincik
7 NightsFrom $1,219 PPExplore the Turkish coast and alluring Greek Islands on this 8-day adventure that cruises round-trip from Bodrum. -
Turkey’s Turquoise Coast from Gocek
Gocek, Aga Limani, Ekincik, Dalyan, Bozukkale, Bozburun, Selimiye, Bencik, Datca, Knidos, Bodrum
7 NightsFrom $1,219 PPDiscover unique boutiques for shopping and a wide range of eateries in enticing cities and villages for sampling the local cuisine.
Best Hotels in Turkey
Here are some of our favourite places in Turkey. We have been to all of these hotels so please get in touch to discuss your trip!
Ally our Turkey Specialist
What are the must-visit places in Turkey?
Any first-time tour of Turkey should include three key elements: Istanbul, ancient culture, and an alluring coastline. The former is simply unmissable, and warrants a stay of at least three nights, enabling you to fully explore its bubbling bazaars and staggering UNESCO treasures. We would then typically recommend moving on to otherworldly Cappadocia, spending a couple of nights exploring the Goreme Open Air Museum and perhaps taking a memorable hot air balloon flight. There’s then so much beautiful coastline to choose from to round out your tour, but we find Izmir is always best for introductory trips, with its many fine hotels, great amenities, and easy access to the ancient ruins of Ephesus.
How long would you recommend for a first-time tour?
A tour in line with the above would typically be around 9-nights: three in Istanbul to start; two each in Cappadocia and Izmir; and a final night back in Istanbul to recap the city and leave you in situ to fly home. This covers the briefest and best highlights, but should you be able to expand out to around two weeks you could also include stops in Sufi-centre Konya, the magical ‘cotton castle’ of Pamukkale, and additional stops along the majestic south coast: the bustling resort city of Antalya, or placid, picturesque Kas spring to mind. Additional nights in Istanbul are also always recommended!
When is the best time to visit Turkey?
Turkey is known as one of the world’s great summer holiday destinations, with its coastal resorts jam-packed with visitors from across Europe from June through to August. For touring itineraries we would recommend avoiding this busiest and hottest season, instead opting for the spring months (April, May) and fall (September through November). At this time the weather is pleasantly warm but not draining, there is little to no rain, and skies are typically clear. The winter months can become surprisingly cool – with snow not uncommon in Istanbul – and should likewise be avoided.
Is Turkey a good family destination?
Absolutely! The sprawling south coast resorts of Dalaman, Bodrum, or Antalya are family holiday gold – and typically packed out during the school summer holidays. Adventurous families need not restrict themselves to ‘package’ style trips: visits to Cappadocia can be tweaked to suit families of all ages, with hot air balloon trips or challenging hikes for older children; Istanbul can include memorable walking tours and interactive cooking classes, and lesser destinations such as Selcuk and Saklikent offer easy-going but intriguing insights into Turkish culture and history.
Is Turkey a good value destination?
Turkey remains outside the Eurozone and as such sees spending costs significantly lower than nearby destinations such as Greece, Spain, or Italy. A 4-star budget in these destinations can comfortably become a 5-star budget in Turkey, and your day-to-day costs are very keen too, with a scrumptious lunch or delicious dinner for two typically coming in at no more than £35 / US$50. Shopping and souvenir-hunting costs are equivalent and remember that haggling is part of life in Turkey, so sharpen your skills to pick up some fantastic bargains!
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