The Aegean Coast tempts tourists to Turkey with its long, beautiful beaches and pine covered hills. Ancient port towns such Kusadasi and Bodrum have re-invented themselves as modern-day resorts with well-developed tourist infrastructures. Way back in the 2nd Century, Greek travellers have written a glowing review of the Aegean Coast, praising its pleasant climate and splendid architecture. The farther south you go the better the climate gets and there's plenty to see and lots of sunshine, and it’s easy to get to with regular charter flights in to Bodrum or Izmir in the north. The main holiday resorts in the Aegean Coast region of Turkey are: Altinkum, Bitez, Bodrum, Didim, Gumbet, Kusadasi or Turgutreis with charter flights to Bodrum airport (BJV) there are also smaller resorts such as Gulluk, Gumusluk, Gundogan, Kadikalesi, Ortakent, Ozdere, Torba and Yalikavak and from Izmir airport (ADB) for Altinkum Cesme, Didim, Izmir, Kusadasi or Ozdere. Not sure how long it will take to reach your resort, then check out Aegean Coast transfer times.

When to go

The main resorts throughout the Aegean Coast of Turkey are open from April till the end of October. Temperatures average in the mid 20's Celsius during the early and late months of the season but can rise to the low 30's during the summer peak season.

Aegean Coast All Inclusive Holidays

There is a wide selection of all inclusive holiday options in Aegean Coast with prices starting from £280 pppw. Check out our best "value-for-money" Aegean Coast all inclusive below or find more by using the search box opposite by selecting "All Inclusive" as the board basis. If you still can't find what you're looking for then check out our groups main all inclusive website at www.all-inclusive-hotels.co.uk

5-star All Inclusive. The Vera Club TMT is situated in Bodrum, Turkey. It is a five star AI destination featuring a great variety of facilities and services (Tennis Court Illumination, Banana ,Parachute, Jet Ski ,Sailing Boat etc). Feel free to enjoy the high standard accommodation in the most fascinating atmosphere. Also, you will ... More >>>

Aegean Coast Holidays for Adults only or Couples

With plenty of nighttime entertainment, bars & restaurants on hand in the larger resorts Aegean Coast makes an ideal holiday destination for grown ups. See our selected couples holiday below or check out our groups Adult only holidays website for more ideas on adult only holidays in Turkey.

4-star all inclusive. The Voyage Bodrum is located on a gritty sand beach, in front of a pier. It is just 900 m from Bodrum centre and 40 km from Bodrum airport. Please note that hotel is only for adults from 14 years old. Sport facilities at the hotel include table tennis, aerobics and soft animation. More details >>>

Half Board Holidays in Aegean Coast

Aegean Coast offers mainly all inclusive holidays for families but the half board option is still available in the larger resorts where there are plenty of shops, bars and restaurants about so that you can have a wide selection of where to eat. Take a look at our selected half board holiday below or select "Half Board" on the search box to see more half board holidays on the Aegean Coast.

3-star B&B or Half Board. The Magnific Hotel enjoys a beach front location in Gumbet approximately 1.5 miles from Bodrum. This lovely, long beach is a mix of sand and shingle and there are plenty of water sports on offer. The centre of Gumbet, just a minute or two walk from the Magnific, has plenty of shops, bars and ... More >>>

Family Holidays in Aegean Coast

The Aegean Coast has always been a favourite for families seeking a holiday that offers plenty of attractions with the hotels to keep the children happy. A wide range of holiday accommodation is on offer ranging from a few self catering apartments through to top all inclusive hotels. Check out our suggestion below or find more by using the search box opposite to find which holidays offer free child places.

4-star All Inclusive. The Ephesia Holiday Beach Club is located by the sea just 7 km from Kusadasi city centre, 70 km from the Izmir airport and 200 m from a shopping centre. Sport facilities at the hotel include Turkish bath, sauna, jacuzzi, pool, tennis courts (upon reservation), mini-football, beach volleyball, basketball ... More >>>

Any prices shown are for guidance only and were based on 2 people sharing for 7 nights on the board level mentioned at the start of May. Return flights from Gatwick but other airports are available.

The Museum of Underwater Archaeology. The Bodrum Museum of Underwater Archaeology in The Bodrum Castle of The Knights of St. John is not just a dusty collection of lifeless relics, it is an original, creative and exiting experience. It is a trip into a fascinating past through to life in exhibits that take you back in time into the worlds of ancient mariners who sailed to meet their destiny shipwrecked on Anatolian shores or to the medieval Age of Knights who built this castle from stones that once were part of one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient World: The Mausoleum of Halicarnasus.

Aquapark Dedeman Bodrum offers many different things to do for its guests in addition to pools, rivers and water slides, including; restaurant, bar, night club, and salto jumping. You can book trips via your hotel but it's cheaper to jump in a taxi and pay at the gate. Prices vary depending on the time of year and range between £6 & £10 per person.

Adaland is one of the best ten aquaparks of the world! Adaland is the coolest hotspot of Kusadasi, featuring drenching water adventure rides for a full splash fun day. The aquapark offers a wide range of facilities and water-based rides for a full day of fun, whether you make a splash cool blue waves, take a thrilling plunge down, the awesome and mild water slides to a splash pond below, just leisurely relax and float around the lazy river or just soak up the sun on the cool grassy beaches.

The Dolphin park is great but it does depend on whether you feel that keeping animals captive is right or wrong. The park offers shows throughout the day where you can see Dolphins and Seals perform or if you dream of swimming with the dolphins then make your dream come true. Full derails are available by clicking here.

Seapark is unique and offers a variety of activities not found anywhere else in Turkey or even in the whole of Europe. Upon arrival guests are made welcome and are given a “shorty” wetsuit a diving mask and a snorkel they are then taken through the aquarium gallery where they can see some of the beautiful aquatic life that they will swim with later in the day . Next they will be taken to the tropical beach where loungers and sun shades are available so they can relax and plan how to take part in any or all of the activities available to them. Activity options include; swimming at any time in the coral reef lagoon which is teeming with rare and colourful tropical marine fish. Swimming or walking at any time in the “manta” pool with the harmless and friendly stingrays. Use of the warm and safe children’s play pool. Watching and getting close to the friendly and playful dolphin group. Riding and relaxing on the lazy river ride. Getting up-close and personal with crocodiles. Hand feeding stingrays at 2.00 and 4.00. Lunch, taken at your convenience in the hilltop restaurant, is included in the admission price. More details can be seen here.

Boat trips. From the main harbour in Bodrum you can hire a boat for a day or two or just book one of the many boat trips that take you around the beautiful coast. You can even jump on a ferry and visit the nearby Greek island of Kos or jump on a Hydrofoil and be in Rhodes within two hours. Details of boat are available from most hotels.

Archaeological sites. The Aegean Coast has many historical places of interest and your hotel should provide information on local coach tours. A few of interest are the Temple of Apollo at Didyama and the vast Roman ruins at Ephesus and the  the three well-preserved Ionian settlements of Miletus, Priene and Didyma.