Q: Can an individual tour on their own? A: Yes. We can arrange for an individual
to tour on their own by suggesting itineraries and various
modes of transportation to meet individual needs and
budgets.
Q: Can arrangements be made to visit more than
one country? A: Yes. We can arrange for combination
tours to Israel, Greece, Jordan, Italy and other countries
in conjunction with a tour to Turkey.
Q: What are the best times to visit Turkey? A: Usually between April through October
the weather is the best with little or no rain or inclement
weather. The off season (November through March) are
usually less expensive and the weather not bad.
Q: What are the prices for tours? A: Prices will be provided as requested
based on size of group, season, type hotel and tour
itinerary.
Q: Can arrangements be made for airline tickets? A: Yes. We can arrange for international
and domestic airline tickets for most of the major airlines.
Q: Is it safe to visit Turkey? A: Absolutely! Turkey is an extremely
safe country to visit and especially for tourists. The
Turks are very proud people and welcome visitors and
are honored to see foreigners exploring their land.
Therefore all visitors are special guests and are treated
like royalty. Crime is low compared to many countries
and the Ministry of the Interior has established a special
squad of Police that are assigned to the major tourist
areas. In Izmir, woman may walk down the street at night
without any problems at all. We believe that Turkey
in general is safer than most any other country in the
region.
Q: Do I need to change money before coming to
Turkey? A: No. It is not recommended as the
rates change often and you can get just enough money
changed each day.
North
Cyprus FAQ's
1. Do I need a Visa?
NO. British travellers wishing to visit Northern Cyprus
do not need a visa.
2. I have been in to Southern Greek side of
Cyprus, Does this affect my entry right to Northern
Cyprus?
NO. Having endorsement in your passport from the Southern
Greek side of Cyprus, mainland Greece or any of the
Greek island will not affect your entry right into Northern
Cyprus. On arrival at Ercan airport, you may request
a seperate entry visa to be stamped instead of your
passport. This is a common request and they will be
happy to supply and stamp a visa form, which is kept
in your passport and must be retained until you leave
Northern Cyprus.
3. Do I require any mandatory vaccinations for
Northern Cyprus?
NO. There are currently no mandatory vaccinations required
for Northern Cyprus, although it is always advisable
to contact to your GP before traveling to check for
any recommendations.
4. What does your holiday price includes?
Return scheduled flight between UK and the overseas
airport5.
5. What does the car hire prices include?
Unlimited mileage and Comprehensive Insurance cover
and all local taxes. The optional CDW (Collision Damage
Waiver) is £3 per day and must be paid locally.
6. Are the flights to Norhern Cyprus direct?
NO. All flights into Northern Cyprus have to stop 45
minutes in transit in one of the Turkish Airports. Passengers
luggage will be checked through to Northern Cyprus automatically.
7. What is the currency in Northern Cyprus and
can I use my credit cards?
The local currency is the Turkish Lira (TL). UK Pound
Sterling and US Dollars are acceptable forms of currency
as the travellers cheques and the main credit cards
are accepted by banks, larger hotels and few restaurants.
They are not however accepted in petrol stations and
most shops.
8. What is the best time to go to Northern Cyprus?
The springtime months of April and May are particularly
pleasant times to visit Northern Cyprus, with the temperatures
in the 70's and 80's. The autumn months of September
and October are also very appealing. Like anywhere in
the Mediterranean, it is hot in mid-summer.
Istanbul
Istanbul
is the only city in the world built on two continents
which Fatih Sultan Mehmet
the Conqueror
changed in his era. It stands on the shores of the uniquely
beautiful Bosphorus (Istanbul Bogazi) where the waters
of the Black Sea combine with those of The sea of Marmara
and the Golden Horn.
Kyrenia
is a fascinating town of the northern coast of Cyprus
founded by the Myceans ca.1600
BC.It's
tiny horse shoe shaped harbour with the backdrop of the
Five Finger Mountains help to make Kyrenia one of the
most beautiful areas on the island. The old harbour is
bordered by what
used to be carob warehouses but are
now cafes, restaurants and bars.
Famagusta
was originally
a small commercial and fishing port but with the advent
of the
Crusades
and the reign of the Lusignans it attained much greater
significance. The old town is surrounded by magnificent
walls, 17 metres high and 9 metres wide, which where constructed
by the Lusignans and further reinforced by the Venetians
in 1489.