Luxury Bodrum Tours made for you
Explore Turkey's western coastline on a luxury trip, designed just for you
Stunning coastline and ancient archaeological treasures
As you head south along Turkey’s beautiful western coastline, you’ll discover Bodrum and numerous other gems of Turkey’s “Turquoise Coast”. The former is a rewarding mixture of exclusive resorts, laid-back coastal villages and inviting beaches, primarily found along its peninsula, as well as an enigmatic and landmark-rich main town filled with charming eateries and atmospheric alleyways.
As you wind around the southwestern corner of the mainland, the curves of white sand become ever more frequent, leading to famed resorts such as Oludeniz and Fethiye, all in easy reach of Bodrum for those hoping to tick off more pristine beaches of Turkey. On the peninsula itself, and from Bodrum’s town, you can still discover a number of beautiful beaches and idyllic stretches of coastline, many rarely frequented by tourists. One of the most rewarding experiences of Bodrum is taking to the waters surrounding it, heading on board a traditional three-masted wooden sailing vessel known as a gulet. This is the best and most serene way to soak up the peninsula’s scenic beauty, along with diving into the clear waters of the Aegean Sea.
Within the town, the most famed landmark is surely Bodrum’s immense castle. Presenting a fantastic example of medieval western military architecture, construction of the castle began in 1402, and the complex is defined by its remarkable collection of courtyards, turrets, galleries and sunken gardens.
From our experts
Experiences picked by our Bodrum specialists
Walk the ruined city of Ephesus
Admire marvels of the Ancient Greek world at the ruined city of Ephesus.
Wander the streets of Alacati
Wander the charming and authentic streets of Alacati.
Take the pulse of Izmir
Explore the hustle, bustle and history of Izmir, Turkey’s third most populous city.
See the ramparts of Bodrum Castle
Discover the historical fortification of Bodrum Castle.
Spend a day at the beach
Hop from beach to beach along the coastline for a dose of the sun, sand and sea.
Sail the Aegean Sea
Take a boat trip out onto the clear blue waters of the Aegean Sea.
A word from one of our experts
Bodrum is truly spectacular. I recommend spending your days sailing on a traditional gulet boat through the shimmering waters, then exploring the winding alleyways with a expert guide for an immersive experience.
James Wakelin
Luxury Accommodation in Bodrum
There are many incredible places to stay in Bodrum. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:
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Meet your Europe team
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Alice Cosso
Europe Concierge
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Dan Rhodes
Travel Designer
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James Wakelin
Senior Travel Designer
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Kirsty Brand
Travel Designer
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Kit Wong
Senior Travel Designer
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Luisa Armandine
Travel Designer
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Marta Silva
Client Experience Manager
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Meg Simpson
Senior Travel Designer
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Melania Siriu
Senior Travel Designer
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Murray Mitchell
Senior Travel Designer
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Rita Pinto
Senior Concierge – Europe
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Symmone Anderson
Europe Concierge
When to visit
The best times to visit Bodrum and its peninsula are from May to October, when the weather conditions are favourable and most of the tourism infrastructure is open. Outside of these months, quite a lot of the eateries, shops and hotels close for low season.
Beat the crowds
April–June, October–November
Low season, hotels close
December–February
Intense heat
July–August
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