Luxury Holidays in Turkey
Best time to be there
The coastal areas of Turkey bordering the Med have hot, dry summers and cold, wet winters. Conditions are harsher in the more arid interior, with average temperatures in Istanbul ranging from just above freezing in January to around 30˚C in August.
Fly to
Istanbul (British Airways)
flying time
4 hours
time difference
GMT + 2 hours
Itineraries
Turkey & the Turquoise Coast
Highlights Encapsulating the stunning coastline and fascinating history of this ancient country. Read more ...
Monte Carlo to Monte Carlo
Highlights - Royal Monaco; Crete - the largest of the greek islands; Fascinating and diverse treasures of Bodrum; Santorini - the most extraordinary island in the Aegean. Read more ...
Highlights of Turkey
From the magnificence of the Hagia Sophia through the rock-carved churches of Cappadocia to the sea. Read more ...
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CLASSIC TURKEY 8 NIGHTS FROM £4,995 PER PERSON * Magnificent Hagia Sophia |
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HIGHLIGHTS OF TURKEY 5 NIGHTS FROM £3,995 PER PERSON * Ancient Istanbul |
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The Anatolian peninsula comprising most of modern Turkey is one of the oldest continually inhabited regions in the world due to its location at the intersection of Asia and Europe, bordering the Black Sea, Aegean Sea and Mediterranean Sea. The Mediterranean coastline is dotted with well-preserved Greco-Roman cities such as Pergamom and Ephesus, while the austere and rugged Anatolian plateau has cave churches hidden away in the improbable fairytale landscape of Cappadocia. Istanbul, quintessentially Eastern is at the heart of the nation, with historic Roman aqueducts, Byzantine churches, glittering Ottoman mosques and palaces on offer, contrasting with the modern glamorous bars, restaurants and the new Istanbul Modern Gallery.
Luxury holidays in Turkey with Abercrombie & Kent will uncover the rich history set in a varied and beautiful landscape with historic sites and archaeological wonders.
All Turkey holidays should include a trip up the Bosphorus which takes you past yalis the wooden summer residences on the waterfront that are the stately homes of Turkey. Experience the folk culture with a visit to see whirling dervishes or a Turkish shadow play. A visit to a hammam, an Ottoman bath ceremony is not to be missed on your Turkey holiday. Taste delicious cuisine - start with shared meze dishes including sarma, rice in vine leaves, humous and for mains pirzola, grilled mutton. The meal is completed with a sweet desert such as the puff pastry speciality baklava. Allow us to share our knowledge and take you on your own personal luxury holiday in Turkey.
Istanbul and Bodrum
Kempinski Hotels Twin Centre, Turkey - save up to 50%
Spend 3 nights at Kempinski Ciragan Palace in Istanbul and 5 nights at Kempinski Barbaros Bay in Bodrum, including flights, transfers and a half day sightseeing tour of Istanbul, for £2,545 per person. Valid for travel until 31st October. Terms and conditions apply.
Suggested Turkey Accommodation Offers
Four Seasons Istanbul at Sultanahmet
This extraordinary hotel has been created from a century-old Neo-Classical Turkish prison, steps from the fabled Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace.
Four Seasons Istanbul at Bosphorus
Outstanding in every regard, the Four Seasons is a converted 19th-century palace, with a fresh, eclectic spirit. From its grand façade to its sun washed outside spaces...
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Guest Testimonial
The accomodation was excellent, as was the service provided by virtually every member of staff. The fast-track in-villa check in, along with the small cake, bottle of champagne and card to congratulate us on our wedding was a really lovely touch and much appreciated.
- AS, London
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