I want to remind you to sure that your camera (or phone) is fully charged before arriving. Cappadocia has two airports – Kayseri Erkilet Airport (ASR) in Kayseri and Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport (NAV). To see the views of the Bosphorus, Marmara Sea, and Princes’ Islands, head to the park’s northeastern edge. If you are the kind to eat an early dinner, then interchange the next two points. The Blue Mosque closes for prayers a few times a day and on those times the entry is restricted. Please note that it takes around one hour to visit the Sultan Ahmed Mosque because it is a big complex and the entry for visitors is all the way from the back.

Istanbul And Antalya By Air

Traffic in Turkey can be chaotic, and even when traffic lights and pedestrian crossings exist drivers do not always obey them. Squat toilets remain the norm in many parts of Turkey, which can pose problems for travelers with certain disabilities. For more detailed and up-to-date advice, we recommend visiting Equaldex or ILGA before you travel. Fill a reusable water bottle or canteen with filtered water or carry water purification tablets with you. Long layers must also be worn in mosques, as well as a head covering for women.

Home to Roman ruins and a harbor that proves the term ‘Turquoise Coast’ is well-deserved, Antalya is a sophisticated slice of Mediterranean Turkey. A mass migration in the 11th century brought Turkic tribes into Anatolia. This opened the region to Turkish and Islamic influences that shaped the culture and identity of modern Turkey. By the 14th century, Anatolia was divided into small principalities, including the Ottomans who became the dominant power, unified the region and created an expansive empire.

Turkey Travel Guide All You Need To Know

I’m a huge fan of the tram in Istanbul, and riding them through the city was such a fun and wonderful experience. If you plan on spending a lot of time exploring Istanbul by public transport, it’s worth investing in an Istanbulkart for $2.50, as it gives you almost half-priced rides on the metro, trams, buses, and ferries across the city. If you’re put off by the thought of nights spent in hostels, you shouldn’t be!

It’s the neighbourhood that’s home to the greatest number of tourist attractions, and there’s nothing quite like waking up to a panoramic view of the Hagia Sofia and Blue Mosque. And, of course, there are always hotels, which Vacanze Turquia usually start at around $ a night for a good midrange option and go up from there. You’ll have slightly more luxury and comfort in hotels, so it’s up to you to work out whether this is worth the additional expense.