My small American mind was blown away by the abundance of things to see and do in Turkey, where I just returned from an incredible road trip through.
To help you get started, I've compiled my thoughts, discovered what works and what doesn't from my blunders, and created a list of my favourite items from the trip.
A few road trip travel recommendations about where, when, and how to stay safe are also offered.
Choose autumn (September-November) or spring (April-June) for nicer weather and less tourists.
Many tourists require an electronic visa, which may be applied for online and is frequently granted in a matter of days.
Look for and contrast flights to important gateways such as Ankara, Antalya, or Istanbul. Typically, three or six months bookings lead to a reduction in prices.
Consider booking long-distance buses, domestic travel (such as Turkish Airlines or Pegasus planes), or renting a car to make domestic journeys.
Find out the other options, such as Turquoise Coast resorts, and Cappadocia cave hotels. Reserve in advance for the greatest prices and availability.
Reserve in advance for in-demand experiences:
Reservations for Cappadocia hot air balloon excursions should be made two to three months in advance.
Popular historic places (Topkapi Palace, Ephesus terrace homes, Cemberlitas Hamam) can be booked days or even a week before.
Check payments, confirm details and track all confirmations, especially of activities, hotel and flight tickets.
Make sure your passport is good for at least 60 days in the country where you intend to live.
Travel insurance, domestic SIM cards, and currency exchange plans (in Turkish Lira) are unnecessary, yet wise.
Taking a hot air balloon ride above Cappadocia at sunrise is one of the most unusual things to do in Turkey. These balloon visits are, at any rate, the symbol of the region in reason, and of personal experience I can assure you that they are really memorable!
I will try to tell you as much as I can, but leave a little mystery for you to ponder, because nothing I can write will prepare you for a Turkish bath experience. These are commonly known as hammas and they are a normal self-care practice amongst the Turkish culture.
You may be considering a trip along the west Mediterranean coast of Turkey and the site of Ephesus should definitely be on your list. The remains of this ancient city, once one of the most important and powerful in the ancient time is a curious peep into the past.
Enjoy a little bit of Turkish culture when in Turkey by following the locals' lead! I'm not kidding when I say that the Turks drink tea and coffee at least five times a day, almost as a religion.
Every year, thousands of people swarm Mount Nemrut's summit to view the ancient rulers' memorials. It is not an easy road to the top but it is a ride that is worth doing. Though the path is a bit steep and conspicuous, the hikers get rewarded with some of the most striking scenery in Turkey.
The shopping in Turkey combines both modern and traditional shopping options, with the Grand Bazaar of Istanbul as the place to visit to find some one-of-a-kind items such as rugs, ceramics and spices, and modern malls to get clothing. Purchases of Turkish leather goods, Turkish carpets, local jewelry, lokum (Turkish delight), and the known evil eye (Nazar Boncugu) are important. Search for brand names such as Koton or Mavi Jeans or shop on popular e-commerce stores such as Trendyol to get the latest fashion. In bazaars, bargaining is a normal practice and therefore remembers to bargain politely.
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