Rough Guide 2026
Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Türkiye, written by Türkiye experts, goes beyond the basics. It blends must-see sights with hidden gems and offers unmatched practical guidance for seamless planning and on-the-go exploration. Packed with in-depth advice often missing from other guides, it helps you navigate with ease. From using public transport to discovering the best dining, accommodations, and local experiences, this guide covers it all. Every detail you need for a smooth and enriching journey.
Inside this Türkiye travel book, you’ll find:
- Regional deep divein-depth coverage of key areas with curated experiences and honest reviews
- Itinerary samplestailored plans for different trip lengths and travel styles
- Practical informationessential tips on getting there, using public transport, avoiding crowds, saving time and money, and traveling responsibly
- Expert recommendationsinsider advice on the best places to eat, drink, stay, and enjoy nightlife or outdoor activities
- Seasonal tipswhen to go to Türkiye, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip
- Must-see pickunmissable sights handpicked by our authors – hot-air ballooning over Cappadocia, İshak Paşa Sarayi, Whirling Dervishes, Ancient Ephesus, Lake Van, Lycian Way, Nemrut Daği, Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Ani Ruins, Roman theatre at Aspendos, Mardin, Haghia Sophia, Hittite Capital of Hattuşa, Selimiye Camii, Kaçkar Dağlari
- Easy-to-use mapscolour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment
- Cultural insightsengaging stories on local history, arts, and traditions for a deeper understanding of Türkiye
- Language essentialsTurkish phrases and vocabulary to help you connect with locals
- Inspiring travel photographystunning full-color images capturing the essence of Türkiye, and fueling your wanderlust
Coverage includes: Istanbul, Thrace, Southern Marmara, Çanakkale, Gelibolu peninsula, Turkish Aegean Islands, Troy, İzmir, Sardis, Selçuk, Bodrum, Marmaris, Pamukkale, Turquoise Coast, Mediterranean coast, The Hatay, Lakeland, Cappadocia, Ankara, Black Sea coast, Erzurum, Yusufeli, Euphrates, Lake Van
