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in Turkey

Natural landscapes and turquoise blue waters

Turkey

More About Turkey

Whether you are looking for beautiful beaches offering turquoise blue waters, or are keen to investigate interesting cultural heritage, Turkey is sure not to disappoint. Spanning two continents, Asia and Europe, Turkey has a rich cultural diversity. Add an amazing natural landscape and a great selection of hotels into the mix and the result is a range of holiday options which will delight even the most accomplished of travellers. Istanbul has a compelling mix of natural beauty, impressive mosques, bustling bazaars, museums, churches and palaces to explore. No stay in Istanbul is complete without a trip up the Bosphorus - the strait that separates Europe and Asia. You‘ll see the modern aspects of the city sitting right next to the more historic and traditional parts of it - such as luxury hotels next to wooden villas and small fishing villages. When stepping ashore, the Beylerbeyi Palace is well worth a stop as just beyond it lies Camlica Hill, the highest point in Istanbul, and the views are breathtaking. The Antalya Coast has historical sites, beautiful beaches, vast pine forests and impressive mountain scenery plus one of the main resort areas, Belek, has a purpose-built spa and golf resort. Bodrum peninsula has a whole host of ancient archaeological sites, over 30 islands and nearly 200km of coastline. There's everything from trendy beach resorts to small and traditional retreats to choose from. Heading to the Dalaman Coast allows you to take in the breathtaking backdrop of the pine-clad hills contrasted against the crystal clear waters. There's a wide choice of luxury hotels and many have an all-inclusive option. Don't miss one of the most pictured resorts along the coast - Olu Deniz, known as Turkey's Blue Lagoon. There are plenty of places to enjoy a spot of hiking and biking and, for those that prefer to get active off dry land, there's also snorkelling, diving, rafting and much more. Sightseers will appreciate the historical sites such as the amphitheatre, Roman baths, the Greek temple and the City of Ephesus. There are plenty of tours that can take you to the major sights and transport links are generally good, plus you can hire a car and do your own exploring if you wish. So, as you can see, Turkey is a great place to visit and, with lots of resorts to consider, Designer Travel can help you decide which is the one for you. We have Travel Experts that know Turkey inside out and take pride in finding exactly what you're after. Whether you want an adult-only retreat, a villa for all the family or you want to have a golf course within easy reach, it's just a matter of letting us know and then we'll do the searching for you.

Climate

The coastal regions of Turkey experience hot dry summers and cool wet winters. June to September are the hottest months with average temperatures between 25 and 30°C. Rain is minimal during this period. January is the coolest month with an average of 10°C. November to January can be wet with average rainfall of 200 mm and 15 to 20 days of rain per each of these months.

Destination Information

Capital: Ankara
Population: 82 Million
Currency: TRY

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Travel Information

Flying Time: Approximately 3 hours 45 minutes

Time Difference: GMT +3 hours

Medical Information

We can provide general information about any health formalities required for your trip but you should check with your own doctor for your specific circumstances. Up-to-date travel advice can be obtained from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website.

Leisure Activities

Patara Beach

One of the longest stretches of sandy beach in the Mediterranean. The beach forms part of a national park and, apart from swimming and relaxing in the sun, visitors may be lucky enough to catch sight of the wonderful birdlife in the area. It’s also home and breeding ground for the endangered loggerhead turtle, and because of that, it’s been declared “off limits” to developers. It’s perfect for a relaxing day…there are no water sports and there’s only one café.

Aspendos Theatre

Aspendos Theatre is one of the best preserved Roman theatres in the country, it can seat up to 20,000 spectators. Records show that it dates back to 155 AD and was originally built as a gift to the Emperor and to the Gods. Tours can be arranged with local expert guides.

Hagia Sophia Istanbul

Hagia Sophia is a stunning architectural construction which has been important for both the Byzantine and Ottoman empires. It was originally built in the 6th century AD as a church before becoming a mosque and it is now a museum. Inside the building there are artefacts dating back to the 5th century BC.