Istanbul and Antalya Holiday – 10 Nights / 11 Days

Three nights provide a strong introduction to Istanbul without making the first part of the holiday feel rushed. You can explore the Old City, take a Bosphorus cruise and still have time for the Grand Bazaar, Galata or an evening by the waterfront. Travellers wanting to visit more museums, neighbourhoods or the Princes’ Islands can ask us to add extra nights.

The Antalya part of the holiday is based on an all-inclusive stay, while breakfast is included during the three nights in Istanbul. The exact meals, drinks, restaurant access and service times covered in Antalya depend on the selected resort. We recommend checking the individual hotel’s all-inclusive programme before booking, particularly if you require specific drinks, snacks or à la carte dining.

The package includes return flights from the UK, ten nights’ accommodation, transfers, breakfast during the Istanbul stay and all-inclusive board in Antalya. It also features a Bosphorus cruise, an Istanbul Old City tour and an Antalya boat trip. Exact inclusions, baggage allowances and operating schedules will be confirmed in your personalised quotation before you book.

The arrangement between Istanbul and Antalya will depend on the flight routing and package selected for your travel dates. A domestic flight is commonly the most practical option, but your FlightsPro specialist will confirm the exact transport and any associated transfers before booking. This ensures you know which connections are included and whether baggage must be collected or rechecked.

May, June, September and October offer one of the best balances for this twin-centre route. Istanbul is generally comfortable for walking and sightseeing, while Antalya remains warm enough for beach days and boat trips. July and August suit travellers prioritising hot resort weather, although daytime sightseeing in Istanbul can feel more demanding during the height of summer.

Yes. The combination works particularly well for families who want sightseeing without spending the entire holiday moving between destinations. Three nights in Istanbul introduce the city’s major landmarks, while seven nights at an Antalya resort provide pools, beaches and a slower routine. Hotel facilities vary, so ask us to recommend options with suitable room arrangements, children’s activities or family dining.

An Istanbul and Antalya holiday gives couples a useful mix of shared experiences and unplanned time. Istanbul offers atmospheric neighbourhoods, palace visits, food tours and evenings beside the Bosphorus, while Antalya provides a longer coastal stay with beach time and all-inclusive dining. Couples can also add a hammam, sunset experience or ancient-city excursion according to their interests.

Yes. The advertised itinerary is a starting point and can be tailored around your preferred hotels, departure airport, travel dates and budget. You may wish to extend Istanbul for additional sightseeing, add more time in Antalya or choose different hotel standards in each destination. Any changes can affect the package price and flight availability, so request them when asking for a quotation.

Popular additions in Istanbul include Topkapi Palace, the Princes’ Islands, a street-food tour and a traditional Turkish hammam. From Antalya, you could visit Düden Waterfalls, Perge and Aspendos, Side, Pamukkale or Köprülü Canyon. Add-on experiences are not included unless specifically stated and may depend on weather, season, minimum numbers and availability during your stay.

Pack comfortable footwear for Istanbul’s historic streets, modest clothing for mosque visits and a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned spaces. For Antalya, bring swimwear, sun protection, sandals and a reusable water bottle. Spring and autumn travellers may also need a light jacket or rain layer, as Istanbul can feel noticeably cooler than Antalya during the same trip.

The schedule is designed to place most structured sightseeing at the beginning of the holiday. Istanbul has a livelier pace, with an Old City tour and Bosphorus cruise across three nights. Antalya then provides seven nights with far more flexibility. You can join the boat trip and optional excursions while still keeping several days free for the beach, pool or resort.