Traveling in Turkey with kids

For variety and adventure, traveling in Turkey with kids is an idea that definitely isn't a turkey! Active kids can burn off energy with activities as diverse as coastal hikes, canyoning, river rafting, or even winter sports in amazing surreal landscapes like Cappadocia – a place to amaze kids with a chance to stay in a (luxury) cave! Epic history is brought thrillingly to life at legendary ancient sites like Ephesus or Troy, haunted by the ghosts of heroic Achilles and heartbreaker Helen. Families can also enjoy delicious – and cheap – meals where small plate mezes offer something for everyone.

Enjoy the wildlife Get kids close to nature by swimming with giant turtles across azure bays, before watching them clamber onto gorgeous beaches to lay eggs in the sand. Count dolphins arcing their way across secluded coves out of adventure yarns, or stand amid gaudy fluttering beauties at Butterfly Valley near Oludeniz.

Julie Vural from our supplier Alternatif Outdoor explains how tailor made trips are great for enjoying Turkey with kids: “We arrange trips on demand for families of four or more - just provide dates, ages of children, plus preferred activities and style (hotel? camping? rest days?). We tailor activities to abilities, and customise the vacation to suit each family's preference, so everybody enjoys themselves. Multi-activity trips are ideal for children over 10, and there can be several families on a trip so children can make friends. But private trips are available for those who prefer not to be with other families! Our 3-day sea kayaking/camping expeditions are ideal for those after more adventure - the paddling is not too strenuous, and we spend two nights camping 'wild' on beaches. On summer nights we encourage people to sleep in our 'one thousand star hotel' – i.e. the open air, without a tent!”