Destination guide

Turkey trip planner

Istanbul bazaars, Cappadocia balloons, and Aegean coast beaches.

Turkey bridges Europe and Asia with Ottoman palaces, Roman ruins, fairy-chimney landscapes, and Mediterranean coastline. Ten days covers the greatest hits.

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Best time to visit

Apr–Jun or Sep–Oct

Currency

Turkish Lira (₺)

Language

Turkish

Top experiences in Turkey

Istanbul

Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, and Bosphorus ferry rides.

Cappadocia

Hot-air balloons at sunrise over Göreme's rock valleys and cave hotels.

Pamukkale

White travertine terraces and ancient Hierapolis ruins.

Antalya & Aegean coast

Turquoise Coast beaches, Ephesus ruins, and gulet cruises.

Average temperatures in Turkey

Istanbul — mild wet winters.

Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High	9° / 48°F	10° / 50°F	12° / 54°F	17° / 63°F	22° / 72°F	27° / 81°F	29° / 84°F	29° / 84°F	25° / 77°F	20° / 68°F	15° / 59°F	11° / 52°F
Low	3° / 37°F	3° / 37°F	4° / 39°F	8° / 46°F	13° / 55°F	17° / 63°F	20° / 68°F	20° / 68°F	16° / 61°F	12° / 54°F	8° / 46°F	5° / 41°F

Temperatures shown in °C (with °F). Averages based on long-term climate normals for the country's main hub.

Sample itinerary

Days 1–3: Istanbul — old city, Bosphorus cruise, Grand Bazaar, hammam.
Days 4–5: Cappadocia — balloon ride, underground cities, cave hotel.
Day 6: Pamukkale terraces and Hierapolis.
Days 7–10: Ephesus, Bodrum or Kaş beach days, gulet coastal cruise.

Foods to try

KebabMezeBaklavaSimitMantiTurkish delightMenemenTurkish coffee

Travel tips

Book Cappadocia balloons months ahead — weather cancellations are common.
Domestic flights are cheap; use them between Istanbul, Cappadocia, and the coast.
Bargain in bazaars but not in fixed-price shops.
Carry lira cash for markets, taxis, and small restaurants.

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