Route Suggestions for Those Going on a Short Weekend Vacation!

For those working at a busy pace, short breaks, even just two or three days, are a welcome relief. For those who take a day off in the middle of summer and extend their weekend, a vacation is possible. The online travel platform Tatilsepeti has compiled nearby travel routes and international tour options that highlight Türkiye's sea, nature, and cultural heritage for those seeking a short break. Here are some route suggestions for extended weekend breaks:

We're in the middle of summer... But for those who still haven't planned a vacation, every short day counts as snow. It's possible to take a day off and extend it into a weekend for an alternative summer vacation. Three- and four-night tours are popular for days off combined with weekends. Swimming tours account for 60 percent of bookings during the summer months; tours to Budva, the Red Sea, Italy, and Greece are particularly popular. The Balkans and Benelux countries are also among the popular destinations. International tours are popular with holidaymakers, with options starting from 69 euros. Others want to make the most of their short break with cultural tours starting from 889 TL per person or nearby destinations. Here are the top destinations:

The most beautiful islands are our islands

This is one of the best times to visit Bozcaada and Gökçeada, two magnificent islands in Çanakkale, just a few hours from Istanbul. During the three-day island tour, you can swim at Ayazma Beach, wander around Gökçeada's Greek neighborhoods, and go shopping.

Daily cultural exploration routes

Cultural tours, available from cities like Istanbul, Ankara, and Bursa, start from 1039 TL. A trip to Edirne, which includes the Selimiye Mosque, a masterpiece by Mimar Sinan, or a trip to Lake Abant, Sapanca, and Maşukiye, where adventure and nature intertwine, can be a short getaway for nature lovers.

Sea for those who want it, lake for those who want it

These three-day tours, which include the unique Lake Salda, known as the Maldives of Türkiye, and the white paradise of Pamukkale Travertines, bring you together with culture, sea, and nature. This exploratory cultural tour, which also includes stops in Çeşme and Alaçatı and swimming breaks, starts from 3,790 lira per person.

Visa-free Cyprus and easy visa cruise routes

Cyprus is a popular choice for those looking for a long weekend break. With prices starting from 9,750 TL per person per night, you can enjoy a passport-free, visa-free holiday with ultra-all-inclusive comfort, enjoy concerts by local artists, and relax in the sun and sea.

With an easy visa, you can board a cruise ship from Turkish ports and explore the many islands of Greece. A three-day tour of Samos on a ship with the comforts of a five-star hotel starts at €198 per person. For those with a green card or a Schengen visa, more comprehensive cruises exploring islands like Mykonos and Santorini start at €339.

Weekend to the Neighbor for 69 Euros

For those with a green card or visa, bus tours of Greece, either daily or with overnight stays, are also quite attractive. Starting from €69, you can take a swimming tour in Thassos and Halkidiki, or explore Greek culture in iconic cities like Alexandroupoli and Thessaloniki.

Pack your bags for a long weekend filled with nature, sea, and culture; gastronomy, history, architecture, and nature await! Tatilsepeti, an online tourism portal with a wide selection of tours and convenient payment options, offers weekend tours to Greece in July at very attractive prices. For travelers who leave their vacation plans to the last minute, discounts of up to €300 are available.