What to Wear in Turkey in November: Outfit Ideas + 7-Day Itinerary

Planning a trip to Turkey in November? I was in the same boat not long ago, searching for outfit ideas that were modest, comfortable, and practical for the ever-changing weather. If you’re wondering what to pack and how to dress across different regions — from Istanbul to Cappadocia — this guide is for you.

In this post, I’m sharing what I actually wore day-by-day, along with the key places we visited throughout our 7-day Turkey tour.

What’s the Weather Like in Turkey in November?

November in Turkey brings autumn-to-winter transitions, depending on the region:

• Istanbul and coastal areas (Canakkale, Kusadasi): Mild to cool, 10–17°C.

• Central regions (Pamukkale, Konya, Cappadocia): Cold mornings and evenings, often below 5°C.

Turkey Travel Dress Code Tips

7-Day Turkey Itinerary with Outfit Suggestions

Day 1: Istanbul to Canakkale

Visited: Hippodrome of Constantinople | Hagia Sophia | Blue Mosque | Topkapi Palace

Day 2: Canakkale

Visited: Trojan Horse of Troy | Pergamon (via cable car) | Turkish Delight & Olive Oil Outlet | Kusadasi

Day 3: Kusadasi to Pamukkale

Visited: Leather Factory | Ephesus | Virgin Mary’s House | Sirince Village | Cotton Castle (Pamukkale) | Hierapolis

Day 4: Pamukkale to Konya to Cappadocia

Visited: Mevlana Museum | Sultanhani Caravanserai | Cappadocia (evening folk + belly dance show)

Day 5: Cappadocia

Visited: Underground City of Kaymakli | Goreme Open-Air Museum | Pottery and Carpet Workshops | Uchisar Castle | Pasabag Valley | Dervent Valley

Day 6: Cappadocia to Ankara to Bolu

Visited: Ataturk Mausoleum | Lake Tuz (Salt Lake) 

Day 7: Bolu to Istanbul

Visited: Bosphorus Cruise | Grand Bazaar

Final Thoughts

Turkey in November offers a magical blend of history, culture, and crisp air. If you plan your outfits wisely, layering for comfort and modesty, you’ll be ready for everything from ancient ruins to cozy cafés and scenic valleys.

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Which Turkey SIM card to use when travelling there?

So let me give you a little background. In Turkey, there are 3 main mobile operators, namely Turkcell, Vodafone and Turk Telekom. Turkcell has the biggest subscriber base, with Vodafone as the second largest, followed by Turk Telecom. If you would like to know more, you can check this link to see the latest figures. 

Check it out here

Should you purchase the Turkey SIM Card at the airport?

There is no right or wrong with purchasing the SIM card first or after arriving in Turkey. However, since we are traveling in a big group, we'd figured that if we get it in advance, it will save a lot of time when we are there. 

In order to skip the hassle of stopping or queuing at the airport, we decided to purchase the SIM card in advance. Our friend helped to check some of the options available in local e-commerce site Lazada and we ended up choosing this - https://bit.ly/34tImus

Actual product received of the Vodafone SIM card we purchased for the Turkey trip:

 

 

Review of the Turkey Turkey SIM card - Vodafone: 

Price	RM 98 for 10 GB of data (we enjoyed discount as we bought in bulk)
Validity	10 days
Waiting time	We received it the day after payment was made, FAST!
Link	https://www.lazada.com.my/products/turkey-travel-sim-card-i443202685-s658465683.html?spm=a2o4k.searchlist.list.1.44f46cd9sa5qpD&search=1%22%3E
Connection	Fast, strong and stable  Throughout the whole journey traveling in Turkey 【Locations that we travelled to - Canakkale, Kusadasi, Pamukkale, Konya, Cappadocia, Ankara, Bolu】the data coverage were consistently excellent.
Instructions	You need to contact the person to activate the SIM card one day  before departure. Just drop a text, easy as ABC ;)

What about other Turkey SIM Card? 

As I mentioned, we went with Vodafone so I didn't get to try other networks. However someone in our group did purchase Turk Telekom and did not have a good experience as there were disconnections on and off. 

Additional information: 

Do you need to purchase mobile data in Turkey? 

If you have read the above, I guess you're thinking about getting a SIM card for internet usage in Turkey. So the next question that you have might be: "Is it needed for everyone to get their SIM card?"

Well the answer actually depends greatly on the user. If you want to share every moment, like posting Instagram Stories or going live in Facebook, then it's definitely a yes. You can also ensure that you are able to stay connected with the group of people whom you are traveling with via Whatsapp, WeChat or any messaging platforms.

Other than that, almost all the hotels that we stayed provided WiFi. If you don't need it for those #InstaMoments, then you don't really have to get it.

Guys I made a video below compiling some of the Instagram Stories that I have posted during Turkey trip, check it out :)