Q: Do I have free time during the activities of the experience?

Once the day's activities are over, it is possible to have free time to enjoy at your own pace, the guide will inform you.

Question 1

What is the best season for this adventure?

Accepted Answer

Between May and October is the best time to visit Istanbul, as well as the entire coastline facing the Mediterranean Sea. Consider the months of July and August because it can be very hot.

Question 2

What is the weather like in this experience?

Accepted Answer

In Turkey, summers are hot, humid, dry and clear and winters are long, cold, windy and partly cloudy. During the course of the year, the temperature generally varies from 4 °C to 29 °C.

Question 3

Where does the experience start and will you pick me up at the airport or hotel?

Accepted Answer

The experience begins at the Benito Juarez International Airport in Mexico City. Upon arrival at Istanbul International Airport (IST) you will be met at gate 9, where you will be met by your guide who will take you to your hotel.

Question 4

Are there any medical or vaccination requirements?

Accepted Answer

Turkey does not require any type of vaccination to enter the country, however it is advisable to have routine vaccinations, including tetanus, typhoid, chicken pox, hepatitis A and B.

Question 5

What happens if I get sick or injured on the trip and cannot continue?

Accepted Answer

During your experience it is essential to notify your guide as soon as possible of any discomfort or eventuality that occurs, so that they can attend to you and give you the necessary support. In very serious cases medical attention will be arranged.

Question 6

What currency should I bring with me? Where can I exchange?

Accepted Answer

The currency used in Turkey is the Turkish Lira (TRY). We recommend that you change to the local currency before arriving in the country. It is also possible to exchange at some exchange offices, airport and ATMs upon arrival in the country. Not all stores accept international credit and debit cards, so it is recommended to have some cash on hand. ###In the following link you can find an estimate of the current exchange rate in Mexican pesos: https://www.xe.com/es/currencyconverter/convert/?Amount=1&From=TRY&To=MXN ###CO In the following link you can find an estimate of the current exchange rate in Colombian pesos: https://www.xe.com/es/currencyconverter/convert/?Amount=1&From=TRY&To=COP Note: The exchange rate may vary depending on the bank or exchange house where it is processed.

Question 7

What is not included in this experience? What extra expenses are there during th

Accepted Answer

The experience does not include travel insurance, personal expenses, meals, drinks and transfers not mentioned. As for extra expenses, we recommend bringing a daily allowance of approximately $40 usd.

Question 8

If the experience is in groups, how large are the groups?

Accepted Answer

The groups are usually from 2 to 40 people approximately.

Question 9

Do I have free time during the activities of the experience?

Accepted Answer

Once the day&#x27;s activities are over, it is possible to have free time to enjoy at your own pace, the guide will inform you.

Question 10

What recommendations are there for free time?

Accepted Answer

During your free time you can get to know the city better, visit a restaurant, walk the streets, some recommendations: Istanbul: Visit the Grand Bazaar, the Blue Mosque, take a boat ride on the Bosphorus strait, visit the palaces, the Galata tower, and more. Cappadocia: This region is ideal for a hot air balloon ride, visit the safari, take a vtv ride and see its subway cities. Check with your guide for more information about the places you can visit. Activities and visits during free time are not included.

Question 11

If the experience includes meals, what are the dishes like?

Accepted Answer

This experience includes 07 breakfasts and 03 dinners. The dishes are varied, the breakfasts are buffet style, served at the hotel, they include bread, jams, fruit, eggs, coffee, fruit juices and more. Meals do not include beverages.

Question 12

What is the average price of meals not included?

Accepted Answer

Meal prices vary according to the dish and location, you can find well served meals at $7.5 usd and dinners at $6.5 usd, drinks such as bottled water, soft drinks (sodas) and juices at $2.5 usd, while tea and coffee at $1.5 and $2 usd.

Question 13

What are the accommodations like during this adventure?

Accepted Answer

The accommodations during the experience are in comfortable 4 star hotels, located in central areas. Istanbul: Arena Hotel or similar like Occidental Hotel - Private double room. Cappadocia: Hotel Dinler or similar - Private double room. Ankara: Hotel Bera (3 star) or similar - Double room. Rooms are private double or triple rooms, depending on the number of people traveling together in the same reservation. NOTE: Hotels are subject to change without prior notice upon arrival at your destination, you can request more information or confirmation by Chat directly to your guide 1 week prior to your arrival.

Question 14

What if I travel alone, is it possible?

Accepted Answer

Of course you can travel alone, but you must add a mandatory single supplement. With this supplement, you guarantee a private room just for you. In the "extras" section you can find more information.

Question 15

What is the minimum and maximum age and does the price change for minors?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age recommended for this experience is 3 years old, minors must be accompanied at all times by two responsible adults (18+ years old) and share a room. See the "Extras" section to learn more about rates for minors. Children under 2 years old can take this experience, however it is not recommended. Children under 12 years of age at the time of travel are charged at the regular rate. The maximum recommended age for this experience is 60 years old and in good physical condition.

Question 16

If I arrive a day early or leave a day late, where can I stay?

Accepted Answer

The experience begins and ends in Istanbul. If you wish to take additional nights in this city, you can consult our extras section or with your guide through the traveler chat within your session, to find out which are the best options.

Question 17

Will I have internet and/or phone coverage, as well as Wifi?

Accepted Answer

Wifi is available in each of the hotels where you stay, as for coverage you can buy a chip to keep you connected.

Question 18

Will I be able to charge my electronic devices?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you will be able to charge your electronic devices in the hotels provided.

Question 19

What voltage is used, do I need an adapter?

Accepted Answer

The voltage in Turkey is 230 V with a frequency of 50 Hz. The plugs have two round pins, type F. Colombian and Mexican travelers need an adapter.

Question 20

When can I arrive for day 1?

Accepted Answer

On the first day you should arrive at the Benito Juarez International Airport in Mexico City at least 3 hours before the departure time of your flight to Istanbul. The guide will meet you upon arrival at Istanbul International Airport (IST). It is important to share your flight schedule with the guide through your booking chat. Hotel check-in is available from 2:00 pm.

Question 21

When will we finish on the last day?

Accepted Answer

The last day is exclusively for the return to your home city. You must share with the guide through your booking chat your flight schedule for the transfer from the hotel to Istanbul International Airport (IST). The experience ends with your arrival at Benito Juarez International Airport in Mexico City (MEX), the time will depend on your flight itinerary.

Question 22

What physical condition do I need to complete this experience?

Accepted Answer

During the experience you have some activities that require a little physical effort, such as short distance walking, however it is recommended to have a good physical condition since you will be active and you will visit different places.

Question 23

Do I need travel insurance? What should my policy cover?

Accepted Answer

To visit Turkey it is necessary to have travel insurance to cover any eventuality such as delayed or cancelled flights, as well as major medical insurance for any type of emergency.

Question 24

Do I need any special equipment? What kind of clothing do I need?

Accepted Answer

Comfortable clothes, walking shoes, coat, sunglasses, sunscreen, hat or cap. During visits to mosques, necklines should be avoided as well as bare shoulders and legs, which applies to both men and women.

Question 25

What size backpack or suitcase do you recommend?

Accepted Answer

It is recommended to carry a light backpack or suitcase of maximum 20 kilos and to carry only what is necessary.

Question 26

Do I need a visa to enter the country?

Accepted Answer

It is necessary to check directly with your country&#x27;s embassy to confirm if there are any visa requirements to visit Turkey. This will depend on your nationality. It is also important that your passport has at least six months validity from the date of your return. Consult the following link for visa requirements according to your country: https://localadventures.mx/visas-and-restrictions ###MX Travelers with Mexican passports require an electronic visa (ETa), processed digitally. ###CO Travelers with Colombian passports do NOT need a visa to enter Turkey as long as the visit does not exceed 90 days. Note: It is the traveler&#x27;s responsibility to have the corresponding requirements to leave the country and to access the destination; in case of denial, LocalAdventures is not responsible for any charges derived from such situation.

Question 27

Does it include international flights to get to the destination?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the experience includes round international flight from Mexico City to Istanbul in economy class. Flights include one checked bag of maximum 20 kilos.

Question 28

What is the flight schedule?

Accepted Answer

You will know the route, date and time of your flights no later than 7 days before the beginning of your experience. It is important to take into account that you may need a day before or after your experience to be able to take the flight. The flight itinerary does not include stopovers in the USA so it is not necessary to have an American visa.

Question 29

With which airline are the flights included?

Accepted Answer

The flight can be operated by Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, Aeromexico, AirFrance, and others.

Question 30

How and when will the airline tickets be sent to me?

Accepted Answer

Airline tickets will be sent by the Local Adventures team to each traveler no later than 1 week before your departure. Please check your email.

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