Turkey Tour Packages

Turkey sits on the Anatolian peninsula in Western Asia — the name literally means 'the land of the Turks'. It is primarily a mountainous country and, by territory and population, the largest in its region, with a land area greater than any European state. Azerbaijan and Iran border it to the east, the Black Sea lies to the north, and Armenia and Georgia to the northeast. A Turkey tour package opens up one of the world's richest travel destinations.

Ankara — The Capital

Ankara, Turkey's capital and second-largest city after Istanbul, is dotted with Ottoman palaces and archaeological sites. It is very much a university town — much of the population consists of students and government workers — and hosts the embassies of many countries, with a culture that blends influences from across Turkey. Ankara is also the hub of the Turkish rail network: an underground metro, minibuses and taxis cover the city, and high-speed trains reach Istanbul in about 3 hours 30 minutes.

Places to Visit in Turkey

Turkey is a magnet for travellers, full of fascinating destinations. These are the cities and regions that enchant visitors from around the world.

Istanbul

Istanbul, Turkey's most populous city, is its economic, cultural and historic heart, served by two airports with direct flights from across the globe. The city is renowned for Ottoman and Byzantine architecture — its buildings tell the story of empires — and archaeological sites and remnants survive throughout, including the famous old walled city once used for military defence. Buses, taxis and the metro make getting around easy.

Cappadocia

Cappadocia, a historical region of Central Anatolia, feels like a fairytale world. Its famous fairy chimneys and dawn hot-air balloon rides draw travellers from everywhere — balloons lift off just after sunrise and float for around an hour over a truly magical landscape. Cave hotels offer a genuine cave-living experience, while the Red and Rose Valleys are favourites for horseback riding and hiking.

Antalya

Antalya is Turkey's biggest international resort and its eighth most populous city, as well as a major historic centre with many ancient sites. Its cuisine is famous too — try piyaz, sis kofte, tirmis and grida. Ride the Tahtali cable car for sweeping views over the city, and wander Kaleici, Antalya's atmospheric old town.

Trabzon

Founded by Greek traders, Trabzon is an energetic, hospitable and proudly patriotic city — the largest in the Eastern Black Sea region, surrounded by rivers, mountains and green forests. It once linked the trade routes between Europe and Central Asia, and its tobacco, fruit and hazelnuts remain famous, with good road connections to cities across Turkey.