Turkey Tours from Belgium 2026: How to Plan Your Cultural Tour
Turkey Tours from Belgium 2026: How to Plan Your Cultural Tour
Belgium has one of the highest proportions of Turkish diaspora in Europe — and an increasing number of Belgian travellers discovering Turkey beyond the beaches. Whether you're part of the Turkish community in Brussels or Antwerp, or a Belgian traveller who wants to explore one of the world's most layered civilisations, this guide gives you everything you need.
Flights from Belgium to Turkey
From Brussels (BRU):
| Destination | Airline | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Istanbul (IST) | Turkish Airlines | Direct | ~3.5 hrs |
| Istanbul (IST) | Brussels Airlines | Direct | ~3.5 hrs |
| Istanbul (SAW) | Pegasus | Direct | ~3.5 hrs |
| İzmir (ADB) | Turkish Airlines | Direct | ~3.5 hrs |
| Trabzon (TZX) | Turkish Airlines | Via Istanbul | ~5 hrs |
| Diyarbakır (DIY) | Turkish Airlines | Via Istanbul | ~5 hrs |
From Charleroi (CRL): Ryanair and Wizz Air offer budget connections to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen (SAW).
Brussels–Istanbul return: typically €180–360. Charleroi–Istanbul budget options from €80–200 if booked far in advance.
Visa for Belgian Travellers
Belgian passport: Visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. No e-visa needed.
Turkish community in Belgium: Turkish national ID card or passport accepted at Turkish border.
Currency Advantage for Belgian Travellers
August 2026: 1 € = ~54 TL
| Expense | Turkey | Brussels |
|---|---|---|
| Dinner for two | €8–14 | €60–90 |
| Hotel per night | €35–65 | €130–200 |
| Museum entry | €2–4 | €12–20 |
| Coffee | €2-4 | €3–5 |
AlaTourqo Tours for Belgian Travellers
Tour 1 — Southeast Anatolia
Diyarbakır → Mardin → Şanlıurfa → Göbeklitepe → Halfeti → Nemrut → Gaziantep
- Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
- Price: From €1,199 per person
- Airport: Diyarbakır (in and out)
- Flight from Brussels: Brussels → Istanbul → Diyarbakır (~5 hrs)
- 2026 Departures: 12 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct
Tour 2 — Black Sea Highlands
- Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
- Price: From €1,199 per person
- 2026 Departure: 29 August
Tour 3 — East Anatolia
Tour 4 — Western Black Sea
Safranbolu → Kastamonu → Amasra → Sinop
How AlaTourqo Works
- ✅ Book your own flight from Brussels or Charleroi
- ✅ Guide meets you at the Turkish airport
- ✅ 8 days — accommodation, meals, all transfers and guide all included
- ✅ All site entrances included
- ✅ English-speaking guide standard; Dutch or French guide available for private groups on request
Best Time to Travel from Belgium
| Period | Verdict |
|---|---|
| April–May | ⭐ Excellent — mild weather, low crowds |
| September–October | ⭐ Excellent — best overall for cultural tours |
| July–August | Hot and crowded — avoid inland cultural sites |
| November–March | Istanbul and coastal areas only |
Practical Tips
- Languages: Belgium has Dutch, French and German speakers — AlaTourqo tours run in English as standard
- Money: Bring euros, exchange at Turkish city exchange offices
- Time zone: Turkey is UTC+3 — 2 hours ahead of Belgium (CEST)
- Power: Same plug type (C/E) — no adapter needed
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