Turkey Tours in May 2025
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Turkey in Depth
130 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was well paced, and hit all the highlights. The hotels were all good.”
Ian, traveled in May
Duration 15 days Destinations Istanbul, Ankara, Urgup, Kaymakli, Cappadocia, Egirdir, Konya, Olympus, Kas, DalyanSee all destinations Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Operator Explore! May departure dates
See All Departure Dates10 May, 2025 8 spaces left 14 May, 2025 9 spaces left From $3,910
11% Off- NZ$3,470You save $440
Turkey Beauty Tour
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great trip, excellent driver, guide and accommodation.”
Grainne, traveled in January
Duration 8 days Destinations Istanbul, Kusadasi, Selcuk, Pamukkale, Konya, Cappadocia, Goreme, Ankara Age Range 12 to 99 year olds Operator Fez Travel May departure dates
See All Departure Dates5 May, 2025 10 spaces left 12 May, 2025 10 spaces left From
11% Off- NZ$2,967
9 Days Highlights of Turkey Tour
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The authentic Turkish cuisine at lunch were delicious and elaborate with so many choices on the buffet.”
Anna, traveled in May
Duration 9 days Destinations Istanbul, Selcuk, Kusadasi, Pamukkale, Antalya, Konya, Cappadocia Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator City of Sultans May departure dates
See All Departure Dates7 May, 2025 10+ spaces left 14 May, 2025 10+ spaces left From $2,330
10% Off- NZ$2,098You save $233
Aegean Prelude Tour
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Tour and Itinerary were comprehensive and good. The guide was extremely professional, pleasant, knowledgeable and factual.”
Trupti, traveled in October
Duration 7 days Destinations Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamum, Kusadasi, Selcuk, Pamukkale, Marmaris Age Range 12 to 99 year olds Operator Fez Travel May departure dates
See All Departure Dates3 May, 2025 10 spaces left 10 May, 2025 10 spaces left From
10% Off- NZ$2,426
Turkey Super Saver (Small group)
22 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour is very well organized. Hotel are almost five star in most of the cities. Excellent for its price.”
Myriam, traveled in November
Duration 9 days Destinations Istanbul, Ankara, Urgup, Avanos, Nevsehir, Pamukkale, Selcuk, Izmir, Bursa Age Range 6 to 90 year olds Operated in English, Portuguese Operator Eskapas May departure dates
See All Departure Dates6 May, 2025 10+ spaces left 7 May, 2025 10+ spaces left From $2,213
3% Off- NZ$2,147+$83 local paymentsYou save $66
Highlights of Turkey - 12 Days
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The accomodation was excellent in all the locations. I highly recommend this tour!”
Bella, traveled in August
Duration 12 days Destinations Istanbul, Kusadasi, Pamukkale, Fethiye, Antalya, Konya, Cappadocia Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operator Tour Altinkum Travel May departure dates
See All Departure Dates3 May, 2025 10+ spaces left 10 May, 2025 10+ spaces left From $3,711
10% Off- NZ$3,340You save $371
9 Days Turkey Super Saver Tour
12 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was good. The guides and drivers were excellent.”
charmaine, traveled in October
Duration 9 days Destinations Istanbul, Kusadasi, Ephesus Archaeological Museum, Pamukkale, Konya, Cappadocia Age Range 8 to 89 year olds Operator Turkey Escapades May departure dates
See All Departure Dates3 May, 2025 8 spaces left 10 May, 2025 8 spaces left From
10% Off- NZ$2,983
Flying Carpet Tour
12 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This tour by Fez Travel, was an incredible way of seeing and learning the history of this beautiful country and feeling the warmth of its people.”
Lisa, traveled in July
Duration 15 days Destinations Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamum, Ephesus Archaeological Museum, Kusadasi, Pamukkale, Marmaris, Koycegiz, DalyanSee all destinations Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Operator Fez Travel May departure dates
24 May, 2025 10 spaces left From
Deal- NZ$5,857
Best of Turkey Tour
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Turkey is so beautiful and there is lots to see and do.”
Mukami, traveled in October
Duration 8 days Destinations Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia, Goreme, Konya, Pamukkale, Selcuk, Sirince Age Range 12 to 99 year olds Operator Fez Travel May departure dates
10 May, 2025 10 spaces left From
Deal- NZ$2,661
Fire of Anatolia Tour
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This tour was an incredible experience. All the hotels were very good; our favorite was the cave hotel in Cappadocia!”
Julia, traveled in August
Duration 11 days Destinations Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia, Goreme, Pasabag, Uchisar, Konya, Pamukkale, Kusadasi, SelcukSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Fez Travel May departure dates
9 May, 2025 10 spaces left From
Deal- NZ$4,297
What people love about Turkey Tours in May
- Turkey in Depth
Wonderful positive experience thruout. The guide was extremely informative and known. The driver always as well as the guide very helpful in everyway.id recommend the trip with this guide and driver to all considering going to Turkey Mike
Our tour guide Metin is knowledgeable and take good care of the whole group well. The help we received from him was beyond what we expected. Transport was comfortable however the flight from Istanbul to Izmir seemed unnecessary. Comsider we were waiting for the bus other the other side and it was at peak traffic so we ended up waiting. It makes more sense if we were taking flights for the long distance drive instead. Despite that, the driver was polite and kept everything nice and clean for us. Accommodation was average in general as they are located in the middle of nowhere. One of the accommodation had no hot water for two days although there was a nice view. Some accommodations had very limited food choice and not fresh at all.
Turkey Beauty Tour
- Turkey Super Saver (Small group)
This a first for us to explore this side of the world, Istanbul- Cappadocia and Ephesus has been in our bucket list even before covid. The tour is very well organized. Hotel are almost five star in most of the cities. Ankara hotel is located a little bit out of the city but it has a pool. Meals are usually open buffet. I'll give 3.5/5. The guide and the driver were excellent. Visits and free time are well balanced. Communication with Eskapas was easy. All queries are immediately answered in couple of hours. Excellent for its price.
What our customers ask about Turkey Tours in May 2025
What is the weather like in Turkey during May?
Turkey's climate in May creates excellent conditions for exploring the country. Istanbul sees temperatures between 20-25°C (68-77°F) which makes walking through historical areas comfortable. Cappadocia's cool mornings work well for balloon rides before the temperature rises to 22-24°C (71-75°F). The Aegean coast near Kusadasi and Ephesus maintains steady warmth around 25°C (77°F) with minimal rain. Recent visitors on TourRadar consistently mention the "perfect spring conditions for exploring ancient ruins."
What special events or festivals happen in Turkey during May?
May brings notable cultural events throughout Turkey. The International Istanbul Tulip Festival fills the city with millions of flowers in early May. Traditional spring celebrations come alive during the Hidrellez Festival on May 5-6 with folk music and dance performances. Cappadocia hosts the Turkish Air Games Festival where visitors can watch competitive hot air balloon displays. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "We were lucky to catch the tulip festival in Istanbul - the city was absolutely beautiful with flowers everywhere."
How busy are tourist attractions in Turkey during May?
Tourist numbers in May hit a sweet spot between low winter attendance and summer crowds. Key attractions like Hagia Sophia and the Grand Bazaar welcome steady visitors without feeling packed. Historical sites including Ephesus offer space to explore at a relaxed pace. According to TourRadar feedback "May offered the perfect balance - sites were lively but not overcrowded and we could take photos at Pamukkale's white terraces without masses of people."
What are the accommodation options like in Turkey during May?
May presents strong value as hotels prepare for peak season. Distinctive options like Cappadocia's Gamirasu Hotel offer cave room experiences at pre-summer rates. Along the coast the Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel in Kusadasi and similar properties operate with good availability. One TourRadar guest observed: "We got excellent rates at boutique hotels in May just before peak season prices kicked in."
What marine activities are available in Turkey during May?
Water activities begin to pick up in May across Turkey's coastlines. Bosphorus cruises run regularly in Istanbul under clear skies. The Aegean region near Kusadasi sees tour boats heading out to hidden beaches with water temperatures reaching 20°C (68°F). TourRadar reviews suggest "taking advantage of fewer crowds on boat tours along the coast with perfect weather for combining historical sites with marine activities."
What are the best day trips available in Turkey during May?
Spring weather in May opens up excellent day trip possibilities. Popular options take visitors from Istanbul to the Princes' Islands through Kusadasi to ancient Ephesus or to see Pamukkale's white terraces. Tour operators run spring-specific schedules that connect multiple locations. A recent TourRadar review noted: "The day trip to Ephesus in May was perfect - comfortable temperature for walking through the ancient city and beautiful spring flowers everywhere."