Overview Country

Turkey
Bridging continents,
cultures and coastlines

Semazen Or Whirling Dervishes

You may need more than one trip to Turkey as there’s so much to see: ancient sites, stunning scenery, buzzing bazaars, turquoise seas, palaces and more. So where to start? Imagine yourself drifting in a hot-air balloon over Cappadocia, or steaming in a hammam in Istanbul. Wake up to the call of prayer or to a morning swim as you sail around beautiful coastlines. Linger over plates of delicious meze in a traditional tavern. Tempted by Turkey? Let us help.

Turkish Tea is an offer you can't refuse
where it is

Where it is

Middle East

When to go

When to go

March to November

Why go there

Why go there

Historical sites
Coastal cruising
Street markets

what to see

What to see

Istanbul
Spectacular coastlines
Cappadocia

Enjoy some of the best views of the Bosphorus

Where east meets west

Enjoy some of the best views of the Bosphorus

Istanbul bridges two continents and centuries of history. Sail along the Bosphorus past elegant Ottoman houses, visit magnificent mosques or shop in the Grand Bazaar.
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Celsus Library In Ancient City Ephesus

Step back in time

Celsus Library In Ancient City Ephesus

Walk through the well-preserved ruins of Ephesus, a city that was a metropolis of both Ancient Greece and the Roman Empire.

The fairy tale chimneys of Cappadocia offer the most spectacular views by air

Captivating Cappadocia

The fairy tale chimneys of Cappadocia offer the most spectacular views by air

Fancy staying in a luxury cave hotel? Imagine waking up to the unforgettable sight of these astonishing cone-like rock formations in central Turkey.

Embark on a sailing adventure and explore Turkey by sea

Sail Turkey’s Turquoise Coast

Embark on a sailing adventure and explore Turkey by sea

Picture yourself on a gulet (a wooden classic yacht) that stops at beautiful beaches and secluded bays, letting you visit fascinating archaeological sites en route.

Discover the meaning and history of the evil eye

Travel in Turkey

Discover the meaning and history of the evil eye

With so many travel options in this diverse country, let us take time (perhaps over a Turkish coffee?) to chat about where to go and what to see. We know the perfect places for trekking, market stalls to check out, the must-see historic sites and the best seas for sailing. And not forgetting where to stay: with Cosa, you’ll be in boutique hotels in Istanbul, relaxing retreats in the hills or at the beach.

Turkey facts

The Treaty of Lausanne, a peace treaty signed in Switzerland in 1923, recognised the boundaries of the modern state of Turkey. The country now has a population of around 82.5 million. Istanbul was formerly known as Constantinople, the city that was the capital of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. Today Ankara is the capital city of Turkey, although the country’s official name is Turkiye. Fun fact: Turkey is the world’s largest exporter of hazelnuts.

How to know the time zone

Time zone

UTC +3

Check the flight time

Flight time

3 hours from Switzerland

local currency

Local currency

Turkish lira

Dial code by country

Dialling code

+90

Turkey