Holidays in Turkey in April 2021 - weather, tourist reviews, prices

Don't like Turkey? You just weren't there in April :)
When it's spring on the calendar and you want to throw off your down jacket, hide the hat in the farthest corner of the closet, substitute your pale face under the warm sun, but I don't agree with a snowstorm on the street, there is a way out - the airport. Holidays in Turkey in April are:

+ One of the rare opportunities to travel abroad - so far, little has been revealed since the pandemic

+ When everything is in flowers

+ When it's real to be on the beach for ONE

+ Restaurants and cafes always have free tables

+ Dolphins swim close to the shore

+ You need to take with you a sweatshirt, jeans, warm socks, and swimming trunks

+ And as a "gift" from last year: DO NOT FORGET about the obligatory PCR test 72 hours before departure to Turkey for everyone over 6 years old!

So, Turkey in April 2021 - I'm talking about the weather, money and entertainment.

Weather in Turkey in April - where is it warmer?

In Turkey, as in Russia, the farther south, the warmer. When Istanbul is still chilly and rainy, in Antalya you can already sunbathe in a bikini. Rainfall at seaside resorts occurs only a couple of times a month, sunny days prevail - 23 out of 30.

It's a little too early for a full-fledged beach holiday (the season in Turkey starts in May), but in the middle of spring it is very comfortable to walk around the sights and chill by the pool.

The hottest resorts in April Turkey:

• Antalya
• Alanya
• Belek
• Side
• Kemer
• Marmaris

Turkey in early April and Turkey in late April differ in warmth. In the first days of the month, the weather may still be March, quite cool, with periodic precipitation. By May, by Russian standards, it is already summer, in the afternoon + 25 ° C and above, many vacationers dare to swim.

Temperature of water and air in Turkey

In numbers, the weather in Turkey in April looks like this.

Average temperature of water and air:

It can be seen that the weather in all the main resorts of the country is approximately the same. You can choose where it is better to go based on the criteria where it is more interesting / cheaper / more convenient, and not where it is warm.

The sea temperature does not quite meet the requirements for comfortable swimming, but some seasoned holidaymakers answer the question "is it possible to swim in Turkey in April" positively and open the season.

If you consider yourself a lover of cold water and are traveling specifically for the purpose of swimming, it is better to choose the Mediterranean Sea, the Aegean Sea for walruses: + 16 ° C.

Prices for tours to Turkey in April - 2021

Let's be honest, in most cases, Turkey in the spring is attracted not by the weather in the country, but by the fact that the prices for tours at this time 1.5 times lowerthan in the summer. I am looking for inexpensive vouchers here (you can also look for expensive ones, but in March-April in the direction - it's not so easy :)

• Travelata
• Level.Travel
• Onlinetours

Aggregators provide prices directly from operators and allow you to compare all offers on the market. By the way, you can fly away in the spring not only from Moscow, but also from Kazan, Samara and other cities.

✓ Tours to Turkey in April for 7 days start at 38,000 rubles for two.

✓ The same composition, vouchers for 10 days - from 48,000 rubles.

✓ The cost of tours for a week with a family (dad + mom with a child) - from 60,000 rubles.

✓ Tour for two to a hotel with a high rating among tourists - from 45,000 rubles.

Resorts of Turkey - where is the best place to relax in April?

The full season in Turkey starts in May. April is colder, so you need to choose a resort taking into account two parameters:

- Beach holidays are not the only local entertainment

- There is an infrastructure for a comfortable stay (shopping center, transport, walking areas, excursions, etc.)

Turkey Resorts for April Vacation:

ANTALYA.

The status of a full-fledged city gives Antalya an advantage over exclusively "tourist" places. There is where to walk and what to see at any time of the year. Moreover, in the off-season it is especially pleasant to do it, because:

And there is no heat
B No crowds

Shopping in Antalya in April is not a super successful idea. New collections are just being brought to stores, you don't have to count on discounts 🙁

ALANIA.

Another place where it is better to relax in Turkey in April. Because:

And the city has many sights to see
B In the spring there are much fewer people and fewer queues

In addition to excursions in Alanya, you can shop well at local bazaars (bargaining is required). In the off-season, when there are few people, prices are decently discounted. And hang out in the "hot" places in the center: clubs, bars.

BELEK.

It makes sense to go to Belek in April if:

And I don't want to get out of the hotel anywhere
B Swimming in the sea is not a prerequisite for a vacation

The resort's hotels are considered the most upscale in the country. They have everything a Russian tourist, tired of the long winter, needs. Almost everywhere there are swimming pools (often heated), spas, saunas, animation. You can walk to the beach, but just for a walk - it's pretty cool, the water is very invigorating, you can't bury yourself in the sand either: the top layer is warm, but the bottom has not yet warmed up.

SIDE.

The main reason to visit the seemingly small Side is its ancient past. In the vicinity of the town there are many archaeological finds from the time of the stay of the ancient Greeks. The ruins are located in an open area, there is no shade, in the summer you can get sunstroke on excursions. And April is a very comfortable month to get acquainted with antiquity.

We have already written in detail about Kemer and Marmaris :)

The best hotels in Turkey - TOP-8

In my understanding, Turkey is a country of good hotels. Lots of decent options for every budget. My selection includes hotels with a high rating among vacationers and all the necessary infrastructure for a spring holiday.
* ultra all / ultra all inclusive - this is the same all inclusive, but with imported alcohol

Antalya

• 5 * Adalya Elite Lara is an excellent hotel for family holidays, level and children's animation. Russian-speaking staff, attentive attitude. The area is compact, but cozy and green. Close to the airport.
  Tour for a week: from 80,000 rubles (ultra all inclusive)
• 5 * Delphin Imperial Lara - chic cuisine, heated outdoor pools (both for children with slides and for adults), beautiful territory, free bus to the Old Town.
  Tour for a week: from 100,000 rubles (ultra all)

ALANYA

• 5 * Sirius Deluxe - in addition to all the standard "buns" of five stars, hotel guests note the sincerity and sincere disposition of the staff. The kids love the local animators.
  Tour for a week: from 65,000 rubles (ultra all)

BELEK

• 5 * Paloma Grida Resort & SPA - beautiful green territory, good animation. Of the peculiarities: there are many steps on the territory, with wheelchairs it is not possible to drive everywhere.
  Tour for a week: from 80,000 rubles (ultra all)
• 5 * Sherwood Dreams Resort - a large, fairly sunny area (this is a plus in spring). Outdoor heated pool, indoor pool. Lunapark =)
  Tour for a week: from 70 000 rubles (ultra all)

SIDE

• 4 * Barut B Suite is a very cool place for families with children. Everything is tailored to make life easier for parents: relations between staff and other guests, hygiene products 0+, strollers, children's buffet, animation, play areas, etc.
  ATTENTION! The hotel starts working after the winter "holidays" on 15 April.
  Tour for a week: from 80,000 rubles (all) or from 65,000 rubles (2 meals a day)
• 5 * Acanthus & Cennet Barut Collection - luxury hotel in Side Center with red fish for breakfast and king prawns for dinner. In the season it costs awful money, and in April it is quite acceptable. We rested here and wrote a detailed review (follow the link).
  Tour for a week: from 130,000 rubles

KEMER

• 5 * NIRVANA Lagoon Villas Suites & SPA - the hotel has a huge green area, SPA, hammam. In its category - luxury - a fairly budget option.
  Tour for a week: from 95,000 rubles (ultra all)
• 5 * Armas Luxury Resort & Villas - in the spring of 2019 the hotel opened after renovation.The hotel staff is Russian-speaking, the main contingent is respectable Russians :) Don't count on "tagil" - it's not customary here. There is an indoor pool, good animation.
  Tour for a week: from 70 000 rubles (ultra all)

Entertainment in Turkey - what to do in April?

In April, the water in Turkey is not very conducive to long swims. How to entertain yourself on a Turkish spring vacation?

➢ Excursions to nearby towns.

Many tourists who come to Turkey in the summer do not leave the hotel area. This is understandable, local hotels have everything you need. Why go somewhere in the heat under + 40 ° C? But for those who decided to relax in Turkey in April, it is a sin not to take advantage of the situation and not take a walk in Antalya, Kemer or Alanya (a very beautiful city!). Rich history and many interesting locations.

How to get there?

In order not to fit into a standard excursion from a tour operator for 20+ people ($ 45- $ 55), drive yourself from the bus station of any resort. From Side, for example, a bus to Antalya or Alanya costs 15 lira (≈165 rubles) per person. On site, you can wander on your own or take a Tripster excursion with a local Russian-speaking resident (both more fun and cheaper):

• Alanya from ancient times to the present day - € 60 for an individual excursion up to 6 people.

➢ Water tour.

The sea in Turkey in April is cool for swimming, but it is perfect for boating. From the water, familiar places look completely different, you can climb into secluded bays, look at waterfalls, admire the mountains in a light haze.

➢ 1- or 2-day country tours.

Another thing to do in Turkey in April is the kind of excursion, which can be difficult in summer due to the climate. From the traditional:

• Pamukkale - $ 50- $ 55
• Cappadocia - from $ 40 to $ 80, balloon flight is paid additionally (≈ $ 200)
• Istanbul - $ 150- $ 250

➢ SPA, hammam, heated pools and water parks.

All these benefits of civilization are in a number of hotels (this is where it is better to have a rest in Turkey in April :)). We wrote about hotels with heated pools above, and in these - and heated water parks!

• 5 * Alva Donna Exclusive Hotel & SPA - tour for 7 days for two from 80,000 rubles (ultra all inclusive)
• 5 * IC Green Palace - tour for 7 days for two in April from 75,000 rubles (all inclusive)

What are the prices in Turkey and how much money do you need to take with you if you are traveling on all inclusive - we analyzed it separately in the article by example.

Ski holidays in April

Currently, one of the areas of tourism that Turkey is actively developing (and in April it is still relevant) is downhill skiing. In 2021, tour operators announce an increase in the number of offers of ski tours in the market. However, the trails are not advanced, and experienced skiers / snowboarders will find it a bit boring in the resorts (except to look for a change).

It will be just right for beginners in the mountains of Turkey: many additional bonuses from hotels (hammams, swimming pools, animation, children's slopes, etc.). Popular places:

• Uludag
• Palandoken
• Erciyes

Reviews of tourists about Turkey in April

What you need to understand when planning a vacation, Turkey in April is not about the beach:

• The weather is spring, and with rare exceptions, reviews say that you can't swim - it's cold.
• But despite the inaccessibility of the sea, the shore is full of entertainment: active rest with excursions, and lazy - near the pool, and creative - on a deserted beach.

Turkey in April-May, as an option for children's holidays, is perceived by vacationers, in most cases, very positively. Of course, there are opinions that it is not worth taking a child to the resort during the inconvenient season. But in this matter, I am on the side of those who would rather go to Turkey than stay at home.

• Anyway, it is really cheap, and warmer destinations are more expensive. And to fly through several climatic zones for a week with a child is not an idea!

Reviews about Turkey in April from tourists with children - these are stories about the warm sun after a long winter, excellent animators, water slides, from which children did not notice + 18 ° C (delight as well as at + 30 ° C!).

My favorite story is about the love of children for Turkey. The parents took the schoolchildren on a trip to Europe. Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Big Ben, Colosseum ... Upon their return, grandparents ask their grandchildren: how is it? Liked? Children: yes! But in Turkey, all inclisive, of course, is cooler!

You can read in detail about holidays with children in Turkey here.
And about the rest in the current conditions - with masks and without a buffet - here (went in person and showed and told everything).

About all inclusive. All inclusive in April does not work in full force in all hotels: there are reviews that the cuisine was less varied than in the season, the animation is weaker, the alcohol is more diluted.

Bottom line: pros and cons

So where to go abroad in April: to Turkey or not? Pros and cons of the trip.

+ Tour price - 1.5 times cheaper than a month later.

+ No heat, the temperature in Turkey in April is very comfortable: from + 17 ° C to + 25 ° C.

+ There are much fewer tourists, tables in the restaurant - to choose from, there are no queues.

+ The locals are even more welcoming - until they get tired of the endless string of summer tourists.

+ The question "what to do?" not worth it: you can finally visit all the sights of the country!

- The main and critical for many: there is no bathing suit! The sand is badly warmed up. The beach, as a place to sunbathe, "ripens" by the end of the month.

- The season has not started yet: it is rather deserted, the service has not yet "rocked", preparatory work is everywhere (cleaning, painting, washing).