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Historische Burg von Van mit Minarett und See im herrlichen Sonnenuntergang | Historic Van Castle with minaret and lake in a magnificent sunset | Muhteşem gün batımında göl manzaralı tarihi Van

Explore the Heart of Anatolia

Create your perfect cultural escape with limitless flexibility

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Your Custom Trip to Anatolia

Planning a visit to the breathtaking heartland of Turkey has never been more flexible. Whether you are traveling to discover ancient civilizations or simply flying in to visit friends and relatives, our innovative Create Your Own booking experience puts you in complete control of your journey. Leave rigid group tours behind. You can build your itinerary exactly how it fits your plan. Choose your preferred direct flight, select highly authentic boutique hotels, and add rental cars to explore the vast, spectacular landscapes of the Anatolian plateau completely on your own terms.

Discover why these diverse inland regions have become a top choice for our central European customers seeking a highly customized escape filled with deep history, warm hospitality, and absolute freedom.

Why Visit Anatolia and How to Get There?

  • Deep History and Unforgettable Excursions: Anatolia is the cradle of countless ancient civilizations. You absolutely must visit the Mevlana Museum in Konya, the spiritual heart of the region. In Diyarbakır, walking along the massive ancient basalt city walls is an absolute must do. For those visiting the east, the historic architectural wonders in Erzurum offer a unique glimpse into the deep heritage of the plateau.

  • The Culinary Highlight: The heartland offers an unbelievable gastronomic richness that varies from city to city. You absolutely must try authentic Testi Kebabı, a highly delicious meat and vegetable stew slow cooked inside a sealed clay pot. For dessert, tasting the world renowned pistachio Baklava fresh from the masters in Gaziantep is an absolute requirement for every visitor.

  • Arrival and Scenic Road Trips: Getting to these stunning highlights is incredibly simple. We offer a massive network of direct flights from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland right into the regional airports of Konya (KYA), Cukurova (COV), Gaziantep (GZT), Diyarbakır (DIY), and Erzurum (ERZ). By adding a rental car to your booking, you ensure maximum comfort right from your arrival, allowing you to explore historical sites and remote landscapes completely at your own pace.

Choose Your Ideal Cultural Base: From Historic Hubs to Culinary Centers

Die historischen Grabmäler Üç Kümbetler in Erzurum vor einer Bergkulisse | The historical mausoleums Three Tombs in Erzurum against a mountain backdrop | Erzurum şehrindeki tarihi Üç Kümbetler türbeleri ve dağ manzarası

Konya and Sivas: Spiritual Heritage and Cultural Crossroads

Konya serves as a major spiritual and cultural center, famous for the Whirling Dervishes and the stunning Mevlana Museum. Sivas, located further north, acts as a fascinating cultural crossroads featuring incredibly preserved Seljuk architecture. Both cities provide excellent hotel options and serve as the absolute ideal base for travelers who want highly comfortable stays with immediate access to important historical monuments and spiritual sites.

 

Gaziantep, Diyarbakır, and Erzurum: Culinary Treasures and Ancient History

Gaziantep is world renowned as a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, while Diyarbakır and Erzurum offer deep insights into the ancient history and rugged beauty of the eastern plateau. These cities feature excellent premium hotels housed in beautifully restored buildings. They are the perfect choice for travelers seeking a highly authentic retreat with immediate access to world class dining and unique architectural wonders.

Frequently Asked Questions: Custom Trips to Anatolia

Our innovative platform lets you act as your own travel designer. You can freely combine your international flights directly to your chosen Anatolian city with hotel stays, rental cars, and domestic Turkish flights. You have total freedom over the duration and the components of your trip, ensuring your journey perfectly matches your personal schedule.

Yes, absolutely. We have a wide network of domestic flights that perfectly connects the Anatolian plateau with our southern Sun and Beach destinations. You can easily fly directly from your home airport into Konya (KYA), Çukurova (COV), Gaziantep (GZT), Diyarbakır (DIY), or Erzurum (ERZ) to visit friends and family, and then use our limitless flexibility to book an onward domestic flight to Antalya (AYT), Bodrum (BJV), Dalaman (DLM), or İzmir (ADB) for a relaxing beach holiday.

The Anatolian plateau features a classic continental climate with hot summers and snowy winters. The absolute best time for exploring historical sites and bustling cities is during the pleasant spring months of April and May or the colorful autumn months of September and October. During these periods, the temperatures are highly comfortable for active exploration.

While the major cities offer excellent public transport, adding a rental car via our platform gives you the ultimate freedom, especially if you plan to visit friends in smaller towns or explore remote historical sites. It allows you to effortlessly manage scenic drives across the vast plateau completely at your own pace.

Yes, without a doubt. Even though you are building a highly flexible, individualized itinerary, your entire booking is officially classified and secured as a package holiday by the renowned tour operator Bentour. You enjoy complete freedom with zero risk.

Faszinierende Tropfsteinhöhle in Çaycuma mit riesigen Stalagmiten | Fascinating dripstone cave in Caycuma with huge stalagmites | Zonguldak Çaycuma bölgesinde devasa dikitleri ile büyüleyici damlataş mağarası