Where to Stay
Every captivating tailor-made itinerary needs a perfect base. Our team has handpicked this collection of properties to give you luxury options in styles to suit any adventure.
Istanbul
Friendly, welcoming and packed full of epic historical sites, Istanbul provides all that you could wish for from a grand city, with the atmosphere and warmth of a small, local town.
Turkey’s most recognisable city, Istanbul, lies in the western corner of the country, and is where East meets West and the traditional and modern live side by side.
With the Western half of Istanbul in Europe and the Eastern in Asia – with the Bosphorus Strait flowing between them – it is the only metropolis in the world situated on two continents.
Corner-to-corner beauty
Visit some of the UNESCO World Heritage sites, barter your way through the labyrinthine grand bazaar, wander the cobbled streets of the ancient Jewish, Greek and Armenian neighbourhoods, take a ferry trip on the Bosphorus or just relax and enjoy the skyline from one of the rooftop bars.
Away from the bustle
On the Gallipoli peninsula, visit now peaceful cemeteries, resting place for the fallen of WWI. South of the Sea of Marmara, beneath the slopes of Uludag (Great Mountain), lies the energetic and modern city of Bursa, often referred to as ‘Green Bursa’ due to its numerous parks, gardens and the lush forests. Bursa is also rich in Ottoman architecture as well as being known for its famous Turkish dishes, in particular, candied chestnuts and Ishkender kebab.
Experiences
It’s all here. Things to see and do, places to explore and moments to discover.
Turkey
Six Senses Kocatas Mansion
Located in the prestigious Sariyer district of Istanbul, the new Six Senses is a converted historic mansion that offers remarkable views over the Bosphorus. Look further beyond the mansion and discover a spa and wellness experience…
Turkey
Four Seasons Sultanahmet
The Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet is a luxury hotel in the old quarter of Istanbul, a short walk from the Topkapi Palace and the Blue Mosque. Once a Turkish prison, this striking mustard-coloured building…
Turkey
Raffles Istanbul
Raffles Istanbul is a cutting edge hotel that has 181 rooms in total, including 49 suites, all with views of the Bosphorus, private balconies and a contemporary style with Turkish influences.
Turkey
Sultanhan Hotel
Sultanhan is a comfortable hotel that oozes charm and history and has friendly and accommodating staff. Its excellent location on a quiet, leafy street is approximately 5 minutes’ walk from all the historical sites of old…
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Greece
Greece and Turkey – Gulet Cruising
Cruise the stunning Aegean Coastline on board a luxury gulet, exploring dramatic hillside villages, secluded bays and idyllic islands all whilst enjoying five-star comfort and luxury amenities at a more affordable price than a private charter.
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Turkey
Luxury Gulet Cruise in Turkey – Fixed Departure
The Aegean Coast of Greece and Turkey undeniably offers one of the best places to explore by boat. Spend a week on board cruising the coast and being looked after by the crew, then several days ashore enjoying the ancient history of…
Group tour
Turkey
Eastern Turkey - Empire of Forgotten Giants
Home to some of the most important archaeological sites found anywhere in the world, Eastern Turkey is a fascinating melting pot of history and culture. The sites of Mount Nemrut, Gobekli Tepe and Akdamar Island are remarkable and only attract a fraction…
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Greece
Greece and Turkey – Gulet Cruising
Cruise the stunning Aegean Coastline on board a luxury gulet, exploring dramatic hillside villages, secluded bays and idyllic islands all whilst enjoying five-star comfort and luxury amenities at a more affordable price than a private charter.
Group tour
Turkey
Eastern Turkey - Empire of Forgotten Giants
Home to some of the most important archaeological sites found anywhere in the world, Eastern Turkey is a fascinating melting pot of history and culture. The sites of Mount Nemrut, Gobekli Tepe and Akdamar Island are remarkable and only attract…
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A passion for travel runs right through every one of our experts - meaning they're always ready with first-hand insight about their specialist countries.
Kate Hitchen
After more than 20 years in travel, I still find joy in creating journeys that can’t be replicated. My clients return time and time again for trips that are original, imaginative and deeply personal, shaped by my first-hand knowledge and the close partnerships I’ve built around the world. I understand that each holiday is special to them and feel privileged to help create something that will stay in their memories forever.
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Paul Craven
Paul is the Conde Nast Traveller chosen Specialist for Central Asia and the Silk Route.
I first travelled to Vietnam in 1988, when tourism was barely a concept, and have been visiting Central Asia since it was still behind the Iron Curtain. Such first-hand experience makes all the difference when talking to clients. I know the importance of asking questions, not taking the first answer as gospel, and matching the right destination to the right person.
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