Experience the best of Turkey and the Maldives on a 10-night escape combining the historic charm of Istanbul with the tropical luxury of the Maldives. Explore Istanbul’s iconic sights and vibrant atmosphere before flying to Machchafushi for seven nights of beachfront relaxation, Grand All Inclusive dining and island paradise.
With international and regional flights, private transfers, seaplane transfers and premium 5★ accommodation included, this is an effortless combination of city discovery and unforgettable Indian Ocean relaxation.
Quick Summary
Package Overview
Begin your journey with three nights in Istanbul, where centuries of Ottoman and Byzantine history meet vibrant bazaars, atmospheric streets and iconic landmarks before flying onwards to the Maldives. Fly onwards to Malé before continuing by seaplane to Machchafushi Island, where seven nights of complete relaxation await at the Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives. Stay in a spacious Duplex Beach Villa and enjoy Grand All-Inclusive Dine Around, and a scenic seaplane transfer across the Maldivian atolls, this is a memorable combination of culture, luxury and tropical island living.
Destinations & Highlights
Best Time to Travel
November to April is generally considered one of the best periods for this twin-centre holiday. The Maldives enjoys its drier season, making it particularly appealing for beach and water-based activities, while Istanbul offers cooler but generally pleasant conditions for exploring the city's historic sights.
Arrive in Istanbul, where you will be met at the airport and transferred privately to your 5★ Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel Istanbul. Check in to your Standard Room and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Take the opportunity to settle in and begin exploring the atmospheric streets of Istanbul's historic Old City.
Overnight in Istanbul.
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore Istanbul at your own pace. Discover the magnificent Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace, wander through the Grand Bazaar, or enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Bosphorus. With the hotel ideally located in the historic Sultanahmet area, many of the city's most famous landmarks are within easy reach.
Overnight in Istanbul.
Breakfast at the hotel. Spend another day discovering the unique character of Istanbul. Explore the colourful Spice Bazaar, visit the Basilica Cistern or stroll through the historic streets of Sultanahmet. Alternatively, enjoy a Bosphorus experience or relax at the hotel before your journey to the Maldives.
Overnight in Istanbul.
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Istanbul Airport for your flight to Malé. On arrival in the Maldives, continue your journey with a scenic seaplane transfer to Machchafushi Island. Take in breathtaking aerial views of the turquoise lagoons and coral atolls before arriving at The Centara Collection, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives.
Check in to your Duplex Beach Villa and begin your tropical escape with the resort's Grand All-Inclusive Dine Around experience.
Overnight in the Maldives.
Breakfast at the resort. Wake up surrounded by tropical scenery and enjoy a full day at leisure. Relax on the pristine beach, swim in the turquoise lagoon or make the most of the resort's facilities and activities. Your Grand All-Inclusive Dine Around plan allows you to enjoy a variety of dining experiences throughout your stay.
Overnight in the Maldives.
Enjoy five relaxing days in paradise at The Centara Collection, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives. Spend your days unwinding on the pristine beach, swimming in the turquoise lagoon, or enjoying the resort’s facilities and island experiences. With Grand All-Inclusive Dine Around, enjoy a variety of dining options, refreshments and included resort benefits throughout your stay. These days are completely at leisure, allowing you to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the Maldives at your own pace.
Overnight in Machchafushi.
Breakfast at the resort. Check out and transfer by seaplane to Malé Airport for your onward journey, bringing your unforgettable Turkey and Maldives 10-night escape to an end.
Meals: Breakfast
Departure Dates:
Inclusions:
Return flights from London with baggage
Istanbul → Malé flights included
Private airport transfers in Istanbul
3 nights at 5★ Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel İstanbul
Local accommodation tax: approx. £2-3 per person for the full stay
Daily breakfast during your Istanbul stay
7 nights at 5★ The Centara Collection, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives
Local Green tax: USD 12 per person per night (approx. GBP 63 per person for the full stay) is already included.
Duplex Beach Villa
Grand All Inclusive Dine Around
Return seaplane transfers between Malé and Machchafushi Island
All applicable taxes and charges included unless otherwise stated
Based on two adults sharing a room
Alternative hotels of similar standard may be offered if required
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Note: City taxes to be paid at hotel.
The package includes return flights from London with baggage, 3 nights in Istanbul, 7 nights in the Maldives, Istanbul to Malé flights, private Istanbul airport transfers and return seaplane transfers in the Maldives.
The holiday begins with 3 nights in Istanbul, followed by 7 nights at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives. This gives you time for sightseeing before a longer beach stay.
You stay for 3 nights at the 5-star Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel Istanbul in a Standard Room. Daily breakfast is included, and the hotel is located in the historic Sultanahmet area.
Yes. The itinerary includes two full days at leisure after arrival. You can visit sights such as Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, the Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar, or take a Bosphorus cruise.
After your three-night stay, you fly from Istanbul to Malé. From Malé, a scenic seaplane transfer takes you to Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa. The return seaplane transfer is also included.
The package includes 7 nights in a Duplex Beach Villa at the 5-star Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection.
Your Maldives stay is on a Grand All-Inclusive Dine Around plan, giving you access to a range of dining options, refreshments and included resort benefits throughout your stay.
The Maldives Green Tax of USD 12 per person per night is included in the package. A small local accommodation tax of approximately £2-3 per person for the full Istanbul stay is listed separately.
The page highlights November to April as a particularly suitable period, with the Maldives in its drier season and generally pleasant conditions for exploring Istanbul.
The holiday is currently advertised from £2,499 per person, based on two adults sharing. This price applies to selected 2027 departures, with other dates priced differently.