As the meeting point of Europe and the Middle East, Turkey contains a striking diversity of cultures and experiences. In Istanbul, history is palpable in the mosque-spiked skyline — you can tour centuries-old monuments such as the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace, before sipping Turkish coffee in the city’s Grand Bazaar. Out in the countryside, tour vineyards and olive groves in the hillside village of Şirince, tasting some of the region’s finest wines. Our specialists have each traversed the country to pick out the best places to visit, activities and hotels, and can share their suggestions when planning your holiday to Turkey.
You could visit Greco-Roman Ephesus, perhaps the best-preserved classical city in the Mediterranean. We also recommend venturing to Cappadocia, in the heart of the country. Here, you can explore an otherworldly landscape of conical rock formations and hills riddled with caves, hiking to hidden monasteries before spending the night in a hotel carved out of the rock.
End your trip on the idyllic Turquoise Coast, swimming in warm, azure waters. Or, balance relaxation in Bodrum’s sheltered coves and pine-clad hills with time exploring the city’s ancient Greek ruins.
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Suggested tours for Turkey
These tours give you a starting point for what your holiday to Turkey could entail. Treat them as inspiration, as each trip is created uniquely for you.
Suggested activities for Turkey
Whatever your interests, our specialists will build activities into your trip that connect to how you want to experience Turkey.
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Bosphorus cruise ![Dolmabahce Palace seen from the Bosphorus, Istanbul]()
Bosphorus cruise
IstanbulBosphorus cruise
Starting from the marina just in front of the Spice Market, your cruise will take you out onto the Bosphorus to view many of Istanbul's different architectural styles.
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Jeep safari ![Cappadocia]()
Jeep safari
CappadociaJeep safari
Taking a jeep safari through the Cappadocian landscape is one of the best ways to see some of its most spectacular scenery and formations.
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Kaymakli underground city excursion ![Kaymakli underground city]()
Kaymakli underground city excursion
CappadociaKaymakli underground city excursion
Explore Kaymakli, one of the best and most accessible of the 200 underground cities within the Cappadocia region.
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Best time to visit
Our specialists advise on the best months to visit Turkey, including information about climate, events and festivals.
Travel advice
Practical tips for travelling to Turkey, from social protocols to guidance on money matters, with a link to the latest FCDO travel advice.
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Turkey in pictures
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Go hot air ballooning over Cappadocia’s rock formations -
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Sip Turkish coffee in Istanbul's Grand Bazaar -
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Watch the whirling dervish dance in Cappadocia -
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Wander the narrow streets of Bodrum -
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Take a trip to the ancient Greek and Roman city of Ephesus -
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Visit Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia, once a cathedral then mosque -
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Explore the village of Şirince -
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Stay in a boutique cave hotel in Cappadocia
Our expert guides to travelling in Turkey
Written by our specialists from the viewpoint of their own travels, these guides will help you decide on the shape of your own trip to Turkey. Aiming to inspire and inform, we share our recommendations for how to appreciate Turkey at its best.
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Turkey with Audley
From the stately minarets of the Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, to the preserved Greco-Roman amphitheatre at Ephesus and the glimmering lantern stalls at Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar, our video gives you just a taste of Turkey.
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An insider’s guide to Istanbul, from the Hagia Sophia to fried-fish sandwiches ![Hagia Sophia]()
An insider’s guide to Istanbul, from the Hagia Sophia to fried-fish sandwiches
An insider’s guide to Istanbul, from the Hagia Sophia to fried-fish sandwiches
Bridging Asia and Europe, Istanbul effortlessly mingles modern commerce and ancient cultures. One-time resident Ninwa introduces you to the city she loves, from the big-name sights like the Grand Bazaar to the best place to buy fish sandwiches right off the boat.
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