Bargain Flights from £39.99 each way

Pegasus Airlines this airline flies via Stansted and Istanbul and is currently one of the cheapests especially if booked early.

Cheap Flights to Izmir

Please check out this site before browsing the airlines  detailed below. It offers the best deals offered by the airlines on the day that you check.

Direct Flights from UK to Izmir

British Airways

The great news for the 2006 season was that British airways  started flying 3 times a week direct from Gatwick. You can fly on a Friday, Sunday or Monday and prices start from £141 return but you need to get in quick to get the best deals.

Charter Flights: The cheapest option would normally be to  book a charter flight to Izmir, Adnan Menderes (ADB). The flights run from  May to October on Thursdays. Prices can vary between £120 to over £350.

Normally the later the flight is booked the cheaper it becomes. However, with this route you run the risk of not being able to get a flight for the time you have booked. The most expensive times tend to be bank holidays or school

holidays.

Thomas Cook Airlines

First choice

First Choice started flying direct to Izmir from Gatwick in 2008 and are a welcome addition and will hopefully help keep competition and prices healthy.

Cyprus
Turkish Airlines

Scheduled Flights: It is also possible to get scheduled  flights from Cyprus Turkish Airlines who offer a direct flight from Heathrow on Mondays and Saturdays, and Stansted airport on Fridays.

Other Airlines that Include a Stop Over in Germany
or Istanbul

Other airlines that fly to Izmir tend to include a stopover so may not be convenient. However it is sometimes possible to get a cheaper flight using this option especially with Lufthansa who appear to be cheaper in peak season than even Thomas Cook Airlines.

Lufthansa

Flying with Lufthansa involves a 50 min stop over in Germany.  However do not rule them out as they are a scheduled airline so the seats tend to be more comfortable and meals and entertainment are included.

Lufthansa offer the best deals we have found for peak season  and beat Thomas Cook, Cyprus Turkish and Turkish Airline hands down.

You can not always find the best deal on there website so let us do the digging for you.

Turkish Airlines

Turkish airlines stop over in Istanbul and are not normally as competitive as the other airlines but do offer a few superb deals along the way so still check them out.

During peak season between July and August the arrival day  will be Thursdays but we can be more flexible depending on bookings during low season. Unlike charter flights the longer in advance you book a scheduled flight the cheaper is normally is. However, they can be more expensive ranging from £200 to £300. However, Child seats can be available at discounted
rates.

Transfers

Transfers to Villa Hanorah take approximately 2 hours from
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport. The following options for transfer are available
to you.

Personal Car Hire

Whilst car hire is not necessary to enjoy your stay at Villa
Hanorah, it will allow you to explore the region and the sites at your own
pace. Some of the local companies will pick you up and return you to the airport
free of charge if you hire a car for one week or more. Ask for this service
when negotiating your rate. Should you wish to hire a car, you may find the
details below useful. It is possible to book an air-conditioned car for about £125
per week so look around.

If you are worried about booking a car please do not be.  It is almost impossible to get lost because the route is one straight road for 109 km out of 113km.

Transfers for up to 4 People

We can provide a transfer service for up to 4 people using  a local taxi driver from Dikili. The price will be given on request as it can vary depending on the price of petrol at the time. However it will be cheaper than hiring a taxi from the airport which can be quite expensive.   The price depends on the current exhange rate and petrol prices so contact us for a quote.

Transfer Service for Larger Parties

If you arriving out of these hours or have a larger party then the Toya Car Hire will be able to help. They provide transfers as well as car hire and are very reliable. Contact them directly for a quote and include your flight numbers and dates etc. Click here to access their website now.

Sit back and relax whilst we take you on a virtual journey to Villa Hanorah in  Dikili Turkey  a charming beach resort  situated in the”The Pearl of Aegean”.

The region has so much to offer, miles of sandy beaches, hidden coves, and numerous sites of historical interest. Set amid Mountains, olive groves, and cotton fields it is recommended by the Lonely planet author Tom Brosnahan as the ideal place to get away from the maddening crowd.

Imagine yourself in comfortable accommodation,  spacious and bright and furnished like a home from home.  Villa Hanorah offers a child friendly break for those with children or a cultural haven for those without.  The over 50’s appreaciate the thermal spas and sites of culture and history.

A typical morning starts with an organic breakfast on the ground terrace. After breakfast you take a walk to the sandy beach a stones throw away. You find it un crowded and take a swim in the glass clear sea lapping gently against the shore. Later you take shelter under a straw umbrella and feel more relaxed and at peace than you have done in years. Before you return to the villa for a glass of chilled wine you take a final dip in the large shared pool.

In the afternoon you notice on your personal itinery that it is the day for your trip to a traditional Turkish mountain village.

On your journey up you are stunned by the kozak plateau which rivals even Tuscany in terms of natural beauty. When you arrive you are given a tour of the traditional houses and mosque as our families guests.

In the evening you wonder if things can get better than this and see that the following day you are due to visit historical Bergama and then bathe in a thermal spa frequented by Cleopatra herself. On your return home you are the envy of your friends with your tales and adventures of the real Turkey that few foreign tourists get to see.

Responsible Travel

We are also a member of responsibletravel.com who have strict criteria. This means you can be safe in the knowledge that a holiday with us will be benefitting local people, and minimising any negative impacts on the destination. To find out why you should book a holiday listed on RT click here

Beat the credit crunch

Villa Hanorah in Dikili is also uniquely placed as it remains undiscovered by mass tourism so prices are significantly lower than the more commercial resorts.

When you come to Villa Hanorah there are no compromises on standards just great value accommodation for couples or families alike.

Prices start from just £270 per week and we can accommodate up to 6. There are also great value flight available especially off peak. Forget the credit crunch come to Villa Hanorah.

Still not convinced read just a snippet of our 100 % positive feedback. Then it’s time you came to Villa Hanorah in unspoilt Dikili – it’s Turkey’s best-kept secret.”

Dear Sharon and Gokhan we would like to express our real thanks for the wonderful holiday we had at Villa Hanorah, it is a real gem. Spacious, well presented and full of modern equipment, it lacks nothing”.

“We have stayed in numerous villas in America as well as all over Europe and i must say all that all the hard work you have put into yours as well as organizing the trips and the use of the Mysia hotels facilities makes your villa the best organized we have stayed”.”It was one of the best holidays we have ever had and we would recommend it to anyone”!

“This resort is ideal for anyone looking for a quiet holiday destination with good facilities available. We intend to return”.

“The neighbours were so welcoming and friendly showering us with all sorts of help and Turkish food to eat. The town of Dikili is delightful, it is a real find, unspoilt by foreign visitors, it is a resort where the Turkish people are friendly helpful and hassle free”.

“The beaches at Dikili, Bademli and Candarli were all beautiful with soft sand and clear water”.

“We found Dikili laid back, uncomplicated, tranquil, with friendly people and good facilities. It’s beautiful beaches and bountiful history is breathtaking. Dikili and the surrounding areas have everything from an abundance of restaurants to archaeological remains, plus superb shopping, eating and drinking options, there’s is something to suit everyone”. Read Full Feedback

You’ll notice our website contains a lot of information – that’s because there is a lot to say! Please have a good browse and if you have any questions about the villa, the region or getting to Turkey – we’re here to help. We have years of experience in the Turkish travel industry and we can plan any part of your trip for you. Contact us at villahanorah@gmail.com

The drive into Dikili from Izmir (once out of the city) offers some spectacular scenery. For the most of the journey it is a straight road. Although the transfer is 2 hours I believe this is start of the holiday so try to book in daylight hours.

The scenery consists of mountains, olive groves, vineyards and cotton fields. See the people working the land; horses and carts are still widely in use. Alternatively, how about the sight of a tractor with about 20 workers hanging on for dear life. This is where you start to get a feel for real Turkish life.

Dikili is a seaside fishing town that is made up of mainly holiday villas and a few hotels. The charming centre with cobbled streets has restaurants, bars and shops.

Dikili becomes largely deserted in the winter, except for the die-hard residents that live there all year round.

In the summer months, Turkish tourists with summerhouses venture there for their holidays, and at weekends.

To view Dikili on Google Earth click here