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Journey to 4 Biblical Cities

Tour Code: TRP79
From Istanbul

Biblical Cities are fascinating tourist destinations, known for their enchanting and historical richness. These ancient cities offer visitors a unique opportunity to embark on a journey through the de

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from 320 -17%
266 / Price varies by group size
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  • Private Tour Prices
    Private tour allow you to travel with your party alone and, in many cases, to fully customize your day trip. For groups of 2 or more, we can usually arrange a indivudual private trips.
    *17% discount was applied to the prices.
  • Group size 1 pax
    Start At 394 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €197/per children.
  • Group size 2 pax
    Start At 266 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €133/per children.
  • Group size 3 pax
    Start At 216 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €108/per children.
  • Group size 4 pax
    Start At 199 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €100/per children.
  • Group size 5 pax
    Start At 174 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €87/per children.
  • Group size 6 pax
    Start At 166 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €83/per children.
  • Group size 7 pax
    Start At 158 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €79/per children.
  • Group size 8 pax
    Start At 156 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €78/per children.
  • Group size 9 pax
    Start At 154 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €77/per children.
  • Group size 10 pax
    Start At 149 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €75/per children.
  • Group size 11 pax
    Start At 145 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €73/per children.
  • Group size 12 pax
    Start At 141 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €71/per children.
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Highlights

  • Listen to the story of ancient healing centre: Hierapolis Ancient City
  • Track the ancient Phrygian traces: Colossae Ancient Site
  • See one of the important ancient cities of ancient Christianity: Laodicea Ancient City
  • Touch to the ancient sign of Nike for fortune: Ephesus Ancient City
  • Feel the holy spirit at House of Virgin Mary
  • Imagine the Temple of Artemis
  • Visit Basilica of St. Jean
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1 Night/2 Days • 2 Cities • 9 Places

Journey to 4 Biblical Cities

Tour Code: TRP79
From Istanbul

Biblical Cities are fascinating tourist destinations, known for their enchanting and historical richness. These ancient cities offer visitors a unique opportunity to embark on a journey through the de

Guide Language:

from 320 -17%
266 / Price varies by group size
*Please contact us for instant prices.
  • Private Tour Prices
    Private tour allow you to travel with your party alone and, in many cases, to fully customize your day trip. For groups of 2 or more, we can usually arrange a indivudual private trips.
    *17% discount was applied to the prices.
  • Group size 1 pax
    Start At 394 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €197/per children.
  • Group size 2 pax
    Start At 266 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €133/per children.
  • Group size 3 pax
    Start At 216 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €108/per children.
  • Group size 4 pax
    Start At 199 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €100/per children.
  • Group size 5 pax
    Start At 174 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €87/per children.
  • Group size 6 pax
    Start At 166 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €83/per children.
  • Group size 7 pax
    Start At 158 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €79/per children.
  • Group size 8 pax
    Start At 156 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €78/per children.
  • Group size 9 pax
    Start At 154 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €77/per children.
  • Group size 10 pax
    Start At 149 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €75/per children.
  • Group size 11 pax
    Start At 145 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €73/per children.
  • Group size 12 pax
    Start At 141 / Per Person
    0-4 years old babies are free.
    5-7 years old start at €71/per children.
*Please contact us for more group prices.
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Itinerary

*DAY 01* -Pick up from Istanbul hotels and drive to IST or SAW airport for your Denizli flight(1.10 hour) -Pamukkale (Hierapolis) -Colossae -Laodicea Ancient City -End of the day drive to hotel -Dinner & overnight Pamukkale *DAY 02* -Pick up from Pamukkale hotels -Drive to Selcuk(3 hours) -Ephesus Ruins -The House of Virgin Mary -The Temple of Artemis (Diana) -St.John Basilica -End of the tour transfer to ADB Airport for Istanbul flight or transfer to another city or Izmir Hotels.

  • Starting Points: Turkey/Istanbul
  • Day 1 Denizli: Pamukkale (Hierapolis), Colossae, Laodicea Ancient Cities
    Pamukkale (Hierapolis), Colossae, Laodicea Ancient Cities

    Embark on a journey towards Pamukkale, and en route, discover the intriguing city of Colossae, once lost among thorns. The ancient city has been engulfed by thorny plants and ravaged by fires and landslides caused by heavy rainfall. Despite the lack of walking paths and inconveniences due to existing roads, Colossae Ancient City remains an important center in Great Phrygia. It thrived under Persian rule but lost significance with the rise of Hierapolis and Laodikeia in the 3rd century BC. An earthquake during Nero's time in the 1st century AD further devastated the city. However, fascinating ruins, including rock-carved room and house-type tombs, can be explored in the acropolis and the surrounding lands.Continuing the journey, you'll arrive at Laodicea, a rare city established for the wife of King Antiochus II. The city was named after his wife, Laodike, and served as a cultural and artistic hub in its prime. A major earthquake in 60 AD caused its destruction. Among the fascinating ruins in Laodicea are a large theater with a 20,000-seat capacity, a small theater nearby, the Temple of Zeus, a stadium, gymnasium, parliament building, and a monumental fountain. The main street is lined with a columned street, where a large church and an ancient church uncovered during excavations can be found. Laodicea is notably mentioned as the "neither hot nor cold Church" in the Book of Revelation.Next, indulge in the splendors of Pamukkale, Turkey's most popular tourist destination, and a natural wonder unparalleled in the world. Pamukkale, located near Denizli, presents stunning white travertine terraces that seem like a bride welcoming visitors. The UNESCO World Heritage site, Hierapolis Ancient City, is a major attraction here, boasting fascinating ruins like the Roman bath, Hierapolis (Pamukkale) archaeology museum, Ancient pool (Cleopatra swimming pool), Apollon Lairbenos temple, Necropolis, St. Philip's holy area, and the ancient theater. The Ancient Pool, also known as the Cleopatra Pool, tempts visitors with its thermal waters, maintaining a constant temperature of 36 degrees Celsius throughout the year. According to legend, even Queen Cleopatra admired this pool. After an enriching full-day Pamukkale trip, travelers can relax in the comfort of Denizli/Pamukkale hotels and savor a delightful dinner.Embrace the rich history and beauty of these biblical ancient cities on the Pamukkale and Laodicea Tour, offering an unforgettable experience for domestic and international visitors alike.

  • Day 2 Izmir: Ephesus Ruins, The House of Virgin Mary, The Temple of Artemis (Diana), St.John Basilica
    Ephesus Ruins, The House of Virgin Mary, The Temple of Artemis (Diana), St.John Basilica

    Ephesus, an ancient city steeped in history dating back to the 9th millennium BC and designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site, welcomes visitors with its breathtaking architectural marvels. Offering valuable insights into the superior urbanization, architecture, and religious heritage of the Hellenistic and Roman periods, Ephesus boasts an array of remarkable structures crafted entirely from marble. Witness one of the world's most magnificent excavations as you explore this extraordinary site, where every step reveals dozens of historical artifacts, such as The Odeon, The Fountain of Trajan, The Terraces of Apartment Houses, The stream baths of Scholastika, The temple of Hadrian, and the awe-inspiring Celsus Library adorned with columns and statues. Notably, The Magnificent Grand Theater, with a capacity of 24,000 seats, stands as the largest ancient theater of its time and holds the significance of being the place where Saint Paul once preached.The House of Virgin Mary, recognized as holy by the Vatican, serves as a pilgrimage center for Muslims and Christians from around the globe. This sacred site draws believers of all religions who come to pray and tourists who seek to experience its spiritual ambiance. The path leading to the House of Virgin Mary is flanked by olive trees, lovingly planted by Lazarist monks in 1898. At the end of this serene pathway stands a statue of Mary, a gift from a religious community in Izmir, bearing the date of 1867. The visit concludes at three fountains located down the stairs to the right of the church, offering visitors not only drinkable water believed to have healing properties but also an opportunity to take some with them as a memento.The Temple of Artemis, once a religious site where the people of Ephesus expressed their devotion to the goddess, also served as a bustling market hub. Although only basic ruins and a marble column remain, the temple remains one of Selcuk's most important attractions. The religious section, known as the temple of Temenos, boasted a small city-like appearance, complete with public buildings and residences. Located far from the sea and surrounded by fertile land, the temple also functioned as a commercial enterprise and a safe haven, even acting as a bank.St. Jean Church, constructed in the 2nd century AD and revered as a pilgrimage center by Christians, sits proudly on the south of Ayasuluk hill, adjacent to Seljuk Castle, in Izmir's Selcuk district. Passing through the monumental follower gate, visitors are transported to a historical realm. The church marks the burial place of Saint-Jean, one of the 12 apostles of Prophet Jesus, and the original wooden-roofed church was built on his tomb during the 4th century. Subsequently, Emperor Justinianus (525-527) and Empress Theodora replaced it with the current 6-domed church, now in ruins, known as the "Church of the Cross," which attracted countless Christian pilgrims throughout the Medieval era. The church's column headings still bear the monograms of Emperor Justinian and Empress Theodora, adding to its splendor.After an enriching full-day Ephesus trip, visitors can opt to transfer to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport for their return to Istanbul or another city, or they may choose to stay in Izmir and explore its hotels and further attractions.

  • End Points: Turkey/Istanbul

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Informations

  • What's Included

    • 1 night - Accommodation With Dinner (4 Star Hotel or Special Class Boutique Hotel )
    • Pick up from your hotel or meeting point.
    • 4 Airport Transfers mentioned in the itinerary.
    • Drop off to your hotel or meeting point.
    • Parking Fees of Archaeological sites and national parks.
    • Private professional licenced tour guide.
    • This is a private tour/activity, only your group will participate.
    • Local Taxes.

  • What's Excluded

    • Admission fees to the museums and sights.
    • Personal expenses not included.
    • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
    • Domestic flight tickets
    • Gratuities to tour guides and drivers.

  • Travel Tips

    • Please bring your towel and bathing suites.
    • Please wear comfortable shoes and a casual dress code.
    • Guests should watch their steps at all times in order to avoid injuries to people with mobility impairments.
    • Cameras (but tripods are not allowed in Turkish Museums and sites).
    • Good quality sunglasses are advised and photo-chromatic lenses for those who wear spectacles.
    • Hat, sunscreen, and umbrella for the rainy or sunny days, especially days that can be hot in Archaeological sites.
    • You can get bottles of soft drinks, it can be scorching hot during the day.
    • The clothes you bring with you should be according to the season of your trip. Shorts, t-shirts can be worn. There is no obligation to cover your head or shoulders In Turkey.
    • You may pay the entrance fees by credit card or Turkish Liras (The Museums charging only Turkish Liras and Credit cards).

  • Note

    • Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby 10 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time
    • This tour operated with just your party and a guide/driver
    • Complementery Turkey Map and Turkey Brouchers
    • The tour document with details and confirmations will be e-mailed after your prebooking.
    • Single travellers are obliged to pay Single Supplement and will have the hotel room to themselves.
    • Infant seats are available
    • It is suitable for wheelchair users
    • All customer touchpoints are frequently cleaned
    • Social distancing is maintained in vehicles.
    • Passport or ID card required
    • Masks required
    • This tour is available all year round.

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FAQs

  • How to meet my tour guide?

    Your tour guide/staff will be waiting at pick up points such as your hotels’ lobby/main gate, a specific point etc. according to timing which you were given before tour date.

  • Can I state the departure time for my tour?

    Of course! We also operate tours on private basis, so you can customize the departure time, if it is a private service.

  • Can I choose the sights to visit on my own?

    On private tours. You can choose the sights and museums along with all sort of criteria you like by your agent according to content of service.

  • How to buy museum tickets?

    If the museum tickets are included in your tour, you do not need to buy it as extra. But if the museum ticket/s is/are not included in your tour, still no need to buy tickets in advance, during the tour your tour guide will help you to purchase them. Official tour guides have priority at museum ticket offices.

  • Am I traveling with a group on the tour?

    If the museum tickets are included in your tour, you do not need to buy it as extra. But if the museum ticket/s is/are not included in your tour, still no need to buy tickets in advance, during the tour your tour guide will help you to purchase them. Official tour guides have priority at museum ticket offices.

  • How about the transportation?

    If the museum tickets are included in your tour, you do not need to buy it as extra. But if the museum ticket/s is/are not included in your tour, still no need to buy tickets in advance, during the tour your tour guide will help you to purchase them. Official tour guides have priority at museum ticket offices.

  • How do I pay?

    If the museum tickets are included in your tour, you do not need to buy it as extra. But if the museum ticket/s is/are not included in your tour, still no need to buy tickets in advance, during the tour your tour guide will help you to purchase them. Official tour guides have priority at museum ticket offices.

  • What is the language of group tours?

    If the museum tickets are included in your tour, you do not need to buy it as extra. But if the museum ticket/s is/are not included in your tour, still no need to buy tickets in advance, during the tour your tour guide will help you to purchase them. Official tour guides have priority at museum ticket offices.

  • What type of restaurants do you use?

    If the museum tickets are included in your tour, you do not need to buy it as extra. But if the museum ticket/s is/are not included in your tour, still no need to buy tickets in advance, during the tour your tour guide will help you to purchase them. Official tour guides have priority at museum ticket offices.

  • How to pay for my services?

    If the museum tickets are included in your tour, you do not need to buy it as extra. But if the museum ticket/s is/are not included in your tour, still no need to buy tickets in advance, during the tour your tour guide will help you to purchase them. Official tour guides have priority at museum ticket offices.

  • Am I traveling with a group?

    If the museum tickets are included in your tour, you do not need to buy it as extra. But if the museum ticket/s is/are not included in your tour, still no need to buy tickets in advance, during the tour your tour guide will help you to purchase them. Official tour guides have priority at museum ticket offices.

  • Are any Vaccinations Required For tourist entering Turkey?

    There are no vaccination requirements for any international traveller. The World Health Organization web site, www.who.org, provides vaccination certificate requirements by country, geographic distributions of potential health hazards to travellers.

  • Can We Choose our Hotels?

    Yes, you can. All you have to do is just letting us know what hotels you would like to stay in while your agent creates your itinerary.

  • Do I Have to Pay Full Amount To Book A Package Tours?

    No. You will need to pay %50 of the total amount of your package tour in order to complete your booking. You will be required to pay the rest of the amount 30 days before your arrival day in Turkey.

  • Do I need a Visa To Turkey?

    Citizens of most of countries must have a visa to enter Turkey. U.S. citizens may obtain a visa upon entry into Turkey or in prior to departure from one of the five Turkish Consulates in the United States. Please find your state in the Turkish Consulates Jurisdiction (https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en).

  • How Can I Travel in Turkey?

    By Plane Virtually every major city in Turkey has air service and Turkish Airlines offers nationwide services. Most flights connect through Istanbul or Ankara, both of which have domestic and international terminals. You can check Turkish Airlines.

  • How Should Visitors Dress in Turkey?

    Casual wear is appropriate for most tour excursions. Women wear pants or skirts, but when visiting mosques it is recommended that they cover their heads with a scarf and both sexes should not wear shorts out of respects for religious customs.

  • Is it Safe to Travel in Turkey?

    Turkey is one of the safest countries in the world in which to travel, and its crime rate is low in comparison to many Western European countries. Interpol ranked Turkey as the safest holiday destination in Europe for travelers. Naturally, we recommend.

  • Should I exchange money before I go to Turkey?

    The highly favourable exchange rate makes travel to Turkey extremely affordable. Most banks in the U.S. do not have Turkish Lira. However, Turkish currency is easily obtainable upon arrival in Turkey at any exchange office or bank.

  • What are the departure dates of your tours?

    There is no specific date! You can just pick-up your own dates to depart your package tour! In another word, our tours depart every day all year-round.

  • What is a Turkish bath (Hamam)?

    Communal baths were used in Roman and Byzantine times, but as the name Turkish Bath suggests, they played a significant role in Ottoman culture. At a time when the concept of cleanliness was not yet accepted in Europe.

  • Where can I find information on Festivals, Fairs and other Events in Turkey?

    There are more than 100 festivals in Turkey every year. In addition to the local festivals organized in almost every city of the country, international culture and art festivals are held in major cities including Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir and Antalya.

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Good to Know

  • Currency Regulation

    Limits
    There is no limit on the amount of foreign currency that may be brought into Turkey, but not more than 5 5,000 worth of Turkish currency may be brought into or taken out of the country.

  • Exchange Slips

    The exchange slips for the conversion of foreign currency into Turkish lira should be kept, since you may be required to show these when reconverting your Turkish lira back into foreign currency, and when taking souvenirs out of the country (to prove that they have been purchased with legally exchanged foreign currency).

  • Customs Regulations

    On Entry
    The following items may be brought into the country duty free personal effects of the tourist.

    One TV, one color pocket TV (maximum 16 cm screen), one TV-tape-radio combination, one video recording camera and 5 video cassettes (blank); 5 records, 5 tape cassettes or compact discs, one video player, cine-projector (8 mm) and 10 rolls of film (blank), one slide projector, one pocket computer (maximum main memory capacity Ram 128k. Byte), electronic playing devices (without cassette – keyboard), one transistor radio and portable radio – tape player (its specification to be determined by the Ministry of Finance and Customs), one Walkman or pocket tape recorder, one portable compact disc player, binoculars (one pair, except night binoculars), harmonica, mandolin, flageolet, flute, guitar, and accordion (only one of each type, maximum 3 musical instruments). personal sports equipment, necessary medical items, bicycle, baby buggy, toys, 200 cigarettes and 50 cigars. 200 grams of tobacco and 200 cigarette papers, or 50 grams of chewing tobacco or 200 grams of pipe tobacco, or 200 grams of snuff (In addition to the above allowances, it is possible to purchase 400 cigarettes, 100 cigars, and 500 grams of pipe tobacco from the Turkish Duty Free Shops upon entering the country), 1.5kg. coffee, 1.5kg. instant coffee, 500 grams of tea, 1 kilo chocolate and 1 kilo sweets, 5 (100 cc) or 7 (70 cc) bottles of wines and/or spirits, five bottles of perfume (120 ml max. each), one portable typewriter, one camera with 5 rolls of film, first aid, and spare parts for the car, other items necessary during the journey.

    Valuable items and all items with a value of over $ 15,000 must be registered in the owner’s passport upon entering Turkey, for control upon exit.

    Antiques brought into the country must be registered in the owner’s passport to avoid difficulties on exit.

    Sharp instruments (including camping knives) and weapons may not be brought into the country without special permission.

    The bringing into the country, trade, and consumption of marijuana and all other narcotics is strictly forbidden and subject to heavy punishment.

    Gifts, not exceeding 500 DM in value and not for trading purposes, may be brought into the country duty free. In addition, gifts not exceeding 500 OM in value may be posted to Turkey duty free, if the date stamped by the sending post office falls one month before, or one month after the following holidays: Seker Bayrami, Kurban Bayrami, Christmas, and New Year’s.

    Note
    Cellular Telephones entering the country must be accompanied by a certification form showing ownership. Ownership must be documented in the passport of the owner and will be checked on entry and exit. For more information contact the Ministry of transportation, General Directorate at Tel: (312) 212 35 72 – 212 60 10 (10 lines), Fax: (312) 221 32 26 or write to Ulastirma Bakanligi Telsiz Gn. Md. Emek – Ankara.

    On Exit
    Gifts and souvenirs: for a new carpet, a proof of purchase; for old items, a certificate from a directorate of a museum is necessary. Exporting antiques from Turkey is forbidden.

    Valuable personal items can only be taken out of the country providing they have been registered in the owner’s passport upon entry, or providing they can show they have been purchased with legally exchanged currency.

    Minerals may only be exported from the country with a special document obtained from the MTA (General Directorate of Mining Exploration and Research). Etudler Dairesi 06520, Ankara. Phone: +90 312 287 3430 /1622, Fax: +90 312 285 4271

    Tax Refund
    You Can Receive a Tax Refund for the Goods You Purchased In Turkey! Refunds will be made to travelers who do not reside in Turkey. All goods (including food and drinks) are included in the refunds with the exclusion of services rendered. The minimum amount of purchase that qualifies for refund is 5.000.000 TL. Retailers that qualify for tax refunds must be “authorized for refund.” These retailers must display a permit received from their respective tax office.

    The retailer will make four copies of the receipt for your refund, three of which will be received by the purchaser. If photocopies of the receipt are received the retailer must sign and stamp the copies to validate them. If you prefer the refund to be made by check, a Tax-free Shopping Check for the amount to be refunded to the customer must be given along with the receipt.

    For the purchaser to benefit from this exemption he must leave the country within three months with the goods purchased showing them to Turkish customs officials along with the appropriate receipts and! or check.

    There are four ways to receive your refund:
    If the retailer gives you a check it can be cashed at a bank in the customs area at the airport. If it is not possible to cash the check upon departure or if you do not wish to cash it then, .e customer must, within one month, send a copy of the receipt showing that the goods have left the country to the retailer who will, within ten days upon receiving the receipt, send a bank transfer to the purchaser’s hank or address.

    If the certified receipt and check are brought back to the retailer on a subsequent visit thin one-month of the date of customs certification, the refund can be made directly to the purchaser. Retailers may directly refund the amount to trustworthy customers upon purchase. The refund may be made by the organization of those companies that are authorized to make tax refunds.

    Additional information:
    Ministry of Finance and Tax Dept. General Directorate, (Maliye Bakanligi, Gelirler Genel Mudurlugu) KDV Subesi 06100, Ulus – Ankara Phone: +90 312 310 3880 / 725 – 728 – 735, Fax: +90 312 311 4510

    Tourist Health
    Turkish Tourist Health Society (Turizm Sagligi Dernegi-Hacettepe Üniversitesi Tip Fakültesi Plastik ve Rekonstrüktif Cerrahi Ana Bilim Dali, Sihhiye 06100 ANKARA

    Phone:
    +90 312 311 9393 – 310 98 08) performs the functions below, to provide the travelers in the entire country, mainly in the touristic regions, with proper health care:
    - to secure food hygiene
    - to prevent environmental pollution
    - to ensure hygiene and healthy working-conditions in touristic establishments.

    Health Regulations for Pets
    For those who wish to bring domestic animals into the country the following are required:
    - Pets have to be 3 months and older
    - An International Certificate of Health issued within 15 days before the travel
    - The Identification Card
    - Vaccination Card

    Note
    If you have an official certificate, you may bring one cat, one bird, one dog and 10 aquarium fish into the country. To get information for the importation of pets, please see the Consular Services.

  • Motorist Rules

    General
    Those who wish to enter the country with their vans, minibuses, automobiles, station wagons, bicycles, motorcycles, motorbikes, sidecars, buses, motor coaches, trailers, caravans or other transport vehicles, will have to provide the following documentations:

    - Passport.
    - International driving license.
    - Car license (document where all details related to the car and the owner’s name are registered). If it is somebody else’s vehicle a power of attorney should be provided.
    - International green card (Insurance card). The TR sign should be visible.
    - Transit book “Carnet de passage” (for those who want to proceed to the Middle East).

    Period
    The vehicle can be brought into Turkey for up to 6 Months. The owner should declare on the opposite form, the date of departure at the border gate and should absolutely ve the country at the date declared. If for any important reason the staying period has to be ended, it is necessary to apply to;
    The Turkish Touring and Automobile Club (Türkiye Turing ve Otomobil Kurumu) 1. Sanayi Sitesi Yani, 4.Levent, Istanbul, Phone: +90 212 282 8140 (7 lines).
    The General Directorate of Customs (Gümrükler Genel Müdürlügü), Ulus Ankara Phone:
    +90 312 310 3880, 310 3818, Fax: +90 312 311 1346, before the end of the period declared.

    In Case of Accident
    The accident should be reported to the police or gendarme. That report has to be certified by the nearest local authority. The owner should apply to the customs authority with his passport and report.

    If the vehicle can be repaired, it is necessary to inform the customs authority first and take the vehicle to a garage. If the vehicle is not repairable and if the owner wishes to leave the country without his vehicle, he has to deliver it to the nearest customs office, and the registration of his vehicle on his passport will be cancelled. (Only after the cancellation can the owner of the vehicle leave the country.)

    Following an accident, you can phone:
    - Trafik Polisi (Traffic Police), Phone: 154
    - Jandarma (Gendarme), Phone: 156
    - For more information, contact the Touring and Automobile Association of Turkey.

    Formalities for Private Yacht Owners
    Yachts require a Transit Log and may remain in Turkish waters for up to two years maintenance or for wintering. There are certain ports licensed by the Ministry of Tourist the storage of yachts for a period of two to five years. For further information and regulations contact the marina concerned.

    Upon arriving in Turkish waters, yachts should immediately go for control of the ship to the nearest port of entry which are as follows: Iskenderun, Botas (Adana), Mersin, Tasucu, Anamur, Alanya, Antalya, Kemer, Finike, Kas, Fethiye, Marmaris, Datça, Bodrum, Güllük Didim, Kusadasi, Çesme, Izmir, Dikili, Ayvalik, Akçay, Çanakkale, Bandirma, Tekirdag, Istanbul, Zonguldak, Sinop, Samsun, Ordu, Giresun, Trabzon, Rize, Hopa.

    Port Formalities
    All the required information concerning the yacht, yachtsmen, members, intended route, passports, customs declarations, health clearance, and any obligatory matters must be entered in the Transit Log.

    The Transit Log is to be completed by the captain of a yacht under a foreign flag or amateur sailor acting as captain of the vessel.
    The Transit Log is completed upon first entering a Turkish port and, generally, it is necessary to contact the Harbor Authority before leaving. For information on tax-free fuel, contact the Marina Harbor Office.

    Note
    If you have a certificate from the Tourism Ministry Yacht Harbor, you may take petrol at no charge, provided you possess an official marina license.

  • Formalities for Private Plane Owners

    General
    When coming to Turkey, international air routes should be followed. Private planes may stay for up to three months in Turkey with tourist status, but for longer periods permission should be obtained from;
    The General Directorate of Customs (Gümrükler Genel Müdürlügü), Ulus Ankara

    Phone:
    +90 312 310 3880, 310 3818, Fax: +90 312 311 1346
    The airports of Ankara, Adana, Istanbul, Izmir, Antalya, Trabzon and Dalaman have ties for private planes. It is also possible to hire planes and helicopters in Turkey.

    For further information, apply to:
    The Civil Aviation Department of the Ministry of Transport (Ulastirma Bakanligi, Havacilik Gen. Müd.). Bosna-Hersek Cad., No: 5 – 06338 – Emek, Ankara.

    Phone:
    +90 312 212 6730, Fax: +90 312 2124684, TIx : 44659 Ga-tr.

    Underwater Diving
    Diving for purposes of sport, with proper equipment and in non-restricted areas, is permitted. Foreign divers should have official documentation of their specifics and training and must be accompanied, when diving, by a licensed Turkish guide.

    The limit for diving with diving gear is 30 meters. For educational purposes, this limit is extended to 42 meters. Dives exceeding 30 meters must be carried out with proper diving and medical equipment. In order to protect Turkish archaeological and cultural values. It is strictly forbidden to transport Turkish antiquities or natural specimens.

  • Postal System

    Turkish post-offices are easily recognized by their black PTT letters on a yellow background. Major post offices are open from 8:00 a.m. till 12:00 p.m., Monday/Saturday, and 9:00 a.m. till 7:00 p.m., Sunday. Small post-offices have the same hours as the government offices.

    Postal charges vary for different services depending on destination. Post restante letters should be addressed “postrestant” to the central post-office Merkez Postanesi, in the town of your choice. You have to show your identification card to collect your letters.

    All PTT branches have the facilities to exchange money at the current international exchange rates, as well as international postal orders and travelers’ cheques. There is also an express postal service (APS) operating to 90 countries for letters , documents and small packages. A wide variety of special stamps are available in all PTT centers for philatelists.

    To phone from PTT telephone booths, which are extensively found in all areas; telephone cards , and tokens (“;jeton”) in three sizes are used. Local, inter-city and international calls can be made from all PTT offices. Besides these main offices there are also mobile PTT services in the touristic areas. For the area codes of major cities and touristic areas in Turkey, please see the “Area Codes” list. Foreign countries area codes are indicated in the International Telephone Codes list.

    Some important service numbers are;
    - 155 Police
    - 112 Emergency
    - 110 Fire
    - 118 Unknown Numbers
    - 161 PTT Information.

  • Working Hours

    Government Offices
    Monday-Friday (8:30-12:30), (13:30-17:30)
    Saturday-Sunday (closed)

    Banks
    Monday-Friday (8:30-12-00), (13:30-17:00)
    Saturday-Sunday (closed)

    Shops
    Monday-Saturday (9:30-13:00), (14:00-19:00)
    Sunday (closed)

    Istanbul Covered Market:
    Monday-Saturday (8:00-19:00)
    Sunday (closed)

    During summer months, the government offices and many other establishments in the Aegean and Mediterranean Regions are closed in the afternoon. These fixed summer hours are determined by the governing bodies of the provinces.

  • Other Practical Information

    Local time: GMT+3 hours (April-September) GMT+2 hours (October-March)

    Time Differences:
    Argentina -5, France -1, Netherlands -1, Australia +8, Germany -1, Saudi Arabia+1, Austria -1, Greece 0, Sweden -1, Egypt 0, Italy -1, Switzerland -1, England -2, Japan +7, Spain -1, USA -7 (EST) -10 (WEST)

    *These time differences are for the period October-March; however, they may show variances according to each country’s own time-saving adjustments.

    Petrol: Super (premium) – Unleaded (at some places). Normal (regular) – Diesel.

    Electricity: 220 volts AC/50 Hz. all over Turkey. (Industrial:380 V) Plug: European round/ 2-prong plug.

    Water: Although tap water is safe to drink since it is chlorinated, it is recommended to get advice from the conceded authorities of the places resided.

    Weights and Measures:
    1 inch = 2.54 centimeters , 1 centimeter = 0.3937 inches
    1 yard = 0,9144 meters, 1 meter = 1.0936 yards
    1 mile = 1,6093 kilometers, 1 kilometer = 0.6214 miles
    1 pound = 0,4536 kilograms, 1 kilogram = 2.2046 pounds
    Area: 1 acres = 0,4047 Hectares, 1 hectare = 2.471 acres

    Capacity:
    1 UK gallon = 4.546 liters, 1 liter = 0.2199 UK gallons
    1 US gallon = 3.7831 liters, 1 liter = 0.2643 US gallons

    Newspapers and Magazines:
    Foreign newspapers and magazines are available in big cities and tourist areas. Also there is a Turkish daily newspaper, Daily News, published in English.

    Tipping:
    At various establishments like hotels, restaurants, Turkish baths, barbers and hairdressers, tipping at a rate of 5%-15% of the total is common. Taxi and “dolmus” drivers on the other hand, do not expect tips or even rounded fares.

    Visiting a mosque:
    Five times a day, the “müezzin” calls the faithful to prayer in the mosque. Before entering a mosque, Muslims wash themselves and remove their shoes. Foreign visitors should also remove their shoes and show the respect they would any other house of worship and avoid visiting the mosque during prayer time. Women should cover their heads and arms, and not wear miniskirts. Men should not wear shorts. (In certain famous mosques, overalls are provided for those not suitably dressed.)

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