How much does a vacation in Turkey cost in January 2022, what to do on the Mediterranean coast during Christmas and New Year's holidays? We will find out what the weather is at beach and ski resorts, what prices for tours are offered by tour operators, what weather conditions are expected, what tourists say in reviews, and how much money to take with you.
Turkish tourism is associated with the end of spring - the beginning of autumn. But this opinion, influenced by millions of beach lovers, is wrong. The number of people asking on the Internet the question of where to relax in Turkey in January is steadily increasing. But on the Internet, such information is poorly systematized, and travel agencies are obviously not impartial. Each promotes its own directions, albeit implicitly and veiled. Therefore, you need to carefully study practical information and not listen to managers who offer only directions that are beneficial to them.
Weather in Turkey in January
To make your holiday in Turkey for the New Year 2022 pleasant, you need to take into account the meteorological factor. Turkish January is always softer than even on the Black Sea coast of the Russian Federation. In the coastal regions of the Asian republic, winter temperatures almost never drop below 10 degrees. And usually it is 15 degrees Celsius, sometimes a little higher.
But the question of what to do in Turkey in winter cannot be considered an idle curiosity. Cloudy days, often accompanied by rains, rushing gusts of wind and stormy waves, almost storms sometimes interfere with swimming. Even hardened "walruses" feel uncomfortable in such a situation. It is advisable to choose a hotel as far from the coast as possible. There, the blowing, piercing wind is felt less. But in the mountains there is an optimal environment for skiing and snowboarding. At night, the air is not cooled to less than 11 degrees. In the afternoon there is a light frost - about - 4 degrees. On soft snow, sports equipment glide easily and freely.
- Weather in the resort Alanya in January:
- Climatic conditions in Uludag:
Where to go to Turkey in January?
When figuring out which Turkish resorts to choose for a holiday in January, you should focus primarily on sightseeing and shopping. The first month of the year is recommended for travel to Istanbul... The old Turkish capital at this time is unusually graceful and not overloaded with crowds of tourists. New territory is also attractive. But it must be borne in mind that at night the temperature regularly drops below zero.
Key ski centers are located almost exclusively in the east of Turkey. Therefore, they are equipped to meet the requirements of the 21st century. The trails along which skiers fly down are surrounded by wooded mountains, the height difference reaches 3.1 kilometers. The lifts are comfortable.
Antalya in January, it is teeming with greenery and beautiful landscapes. Even when it rains, the cold is hardly felt. V Alanya colder: it is difficult not only to swim there, but also to relax on the beach. If you want to immerse yourself in the waves of the sea, you must go to Kirish... But sometimes unfavorable weather happens there, so it is worthwhile to familiarize yourself with the forecasts in advance. It is often even hot in the mornings, and it is possible to sunbathe. In Belek and Kemer prices are significantly reduced, heated pools work at each hotel.
Ski resorts are the exact answer to the question of where to go with children to Turkey for the New Year holidays. The tracks on them are relatively simple in relation to the French, Austrian or Italian. For the same reason, it is worth going here for beginners who have not yet mastered the art of skiing well enough.
Palandoken, located a few kilometers from the Armenian border, is famous for its abundant precipitation and decent air temperature. The administration has taken care of the use of the latest generation of snow compacting machines. 7 lifts pull up. When examining the slopes, experts from the World Ski Federation gave a positive assessment. The distance of "black" slopes from routes for beginners and intermediate skiers eliminates the usual confusion elsewhere. The cost of renting rooms and renting sports equipment pleases lovers of skiing leisure. For adults, there are restaurants with live music and thoughtful discos. Both they and children will benefit from a visit to health centers, local Turkish baths and various shops.
Alternatively, consider a ski resort Uludag... The road from Istanbul will take 170 kilometers. The tracks are well equipped and wide. The skates are highly appreciated even by professional skiers. Yes, the Turkish alpine skiing team does not go here, unlike Palandoken. But for lovers of easy descents, such a recommendation is valuable. A rare tourist riding from the slopes of Uludag refuses to take a helicopter ride. Standing at the top or rolling downhill, travelers admire the charming scenery of the winter forests. The administration took care of the conditions for slalom amateurs and even for biathletes of various levels of training. Vacationers are welcomed by carefully equipped hotels, equipment rental is thought out to the smallest detail.
A trip to Turkey for the January holidays will be described incompletely, if not to say about Sarikamysh... Landscape ridges and pine trees are located around it. Two lifts are deployed. When visiting any Turkish ski resort, you need to assess the condition of your equipment and take into account changes in the weather forecast. It is also required to be aware of the safety of other skiers who are riding lower or higher. Careless actions can harm them.
What to do and what to see?
So that the cost of a holiday in Turkey in January does not seem excessive, you need to carefully choose an excursion program. Trip to Pamukkale and Marmaris, v Kusadasi will inspire over 90% of vacationers. In the first month of the year, you can walk around Istanbul, knowingly avoiding the exhausting heat. This city is especially attractive for those who seek to buy more goods abroad. But it is important to remember: high humidity, precipitation often darken leisure, interfere with walks. If the weather permits, the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, palaces, bazaars, travel by boat along the Bosphorus will delight vacationers from Russia.
When traveling to Izmir only extreme lovers enjoy swimming in the sea at a temperature of 15 degrees. But picnics organized right on the embankment will suit even seasoned tourists. You don't have to feed the birds - just watching the sunset will delight travelers. Antalya is almost empty in January. It is with difficulty that groups are recruited, beating off the costs of operators for organizing excursions. But when you independently explore the city, dozens of sights are found in it. The contrast between the coast and the densely populated part of the city is clearly observed. Travelers in January in Turkey enjoy and ... a fresh fruit harvest.
Wanting to visit a little-known ski resort, they go to Erciyas... The nearest international airport is located in Kayseri. In this case, it is recommended to book apartments in the city itself. Hotels in mountainous areas are also waiting for guests, but their fees are significantly higher. Within the city, they visit an open-air museum center, an ancient Roman fortress and a medical museum.
They go to Cappadocia, where, in addition to old monuments, visits to spa centers are offered. Kemer, familiar from summer time, opens up new facets in January. You can walk along the streets, get acquainted with the real daily life of the Turks. Travelers go to the Beldibi cave, to the port, go to the park.
Prices in Turkey in January
Hotel room rates
If you decide to relax in winter in Izmirthen the first thing we recommend is the Ege Palas hotel.This 4-star hotel in Konak offers rooms with balconies. Guests are served around the clock. There is a panoramic restaurant and a bar overlooking the bay. The premises are equipped with free Wi-Fi, miniature bars. Breakfast is served buffet style. There is a fitness center, currency exchange is possible. The cost of a double room starts from 367 euros.
Before we go on vacation to Turkey at the resort Sapancha we advise you to definitely book the Queen Villa. 300 meters separate guests from the shores of Lake Sapanca. The kitchen is 100% equipped. Provided air conditioning, flat cable TV, free parking and rooms for staying families. A stopover at a Deluxe Villa with a patio with a total area of 200 square meters costs 725 euros for 7 days. Quite adequate payment for this level of service.
Have you decided to arrange a vacation in Turkey on the sea in January? First of all, we recommend the Zorlu Grand Hotel Trabzon. The hotel is fully consistent with the level of 5 stars. The architects were fortunate enough to combine the traditional look of a Turkish home with details reminiscent of modernity. The administration has set up a wellness center and provides satellite TV. The hotel has been furnished with exclusively wooden furniture. There is a fish restaurant, an elite cuisine restaurant and a cafe. You can stay for a week for 400 euros. As you can see, in fact, rates for paying for rooms in Turkey in January are available to Russian tourists.
- A selection of housing with prices in cities:
Food and meal prices
You can buy a portion of soup in an inexpensive cafe for 5-7 liras. Kebabs cost from 4 to 16 liras (chicken is cheaper than other types). You can buy stuffed mussels for 1 lira. An ear of boiled or fried corn is worth 2 lira. Popular types of pastries cost 2 - 4 lira. Sweets are much more expensive, some for 40 and 60 lire. For 10 liras, you can easily order various drinks for 3 - 4 people. But to drink good coffee, you have to go to Starbucks or find out where it is prepared properly. Important: before going to any institution, you need to clarify whether a tip is needed there and in what amount.
- Here's what the prices for food and meals look like in a cafe in Istanbul:
Tour prices
- Now we need to find out how much a vacation in Turkey in January costs. departing from Moscow or other cities of the Russian Federation.
For such information, it is useful to refer to the popular Travelata website, the service allows us with each trip not to waste time visiting travel agencies and calmly choose a vacation of our choice and a wallet anywhere.
When traveling to Antalya in winter, we advise you to take a tour to Trendy Lara, a week of vacation will cost about 68 thousand rubles. You can relax in Kemer for the New Year at the Belrose Beach Hotel, the cost of a trip for a week together will cost 35 thousand rubles
- Tours to Turkey in January from Saint-Petersburg cost quite different amounts.
So, a trip to Alanya for two, in Justiniano Deluxe Resort, will cost 78 thousand. The Rixos Sungate Hotel in Kemer accepts guests for 83 thousand. We have already told about this hotel in more detail and made a detailed description.
Reviews of tourists about the rest in winter
90% of reviews about holidays in Turkey in winter are positive. Negative ratings are often associated with mistakes in route selection. Most people consider booking rooms for a honeymoon an attractive idea. Hotels located in the older parts of the main cities are also highly rated.
In Istanbul, you should definitely visit the mosques, they are advised to give preference to other attractions if time is sorely lacking. But this city is worth just “walking” around it, studying objects of culture and history, slowly moving from one place you like to another.
As in other countries, we recommend avoiding cafes and restaurants for tourists - there are too high surcharges due to the influx of visitors. When shopping, you should take jewelry, clothes and shoes with you.
