Turkey Tours
& Cruises

Passport & Visa Information

Non U. S. Citizens are responsible to fulfill appropriate entry requirements of destination. Contact your Consulate office for requirements.

U.S. citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity beyond intended stay for entrance into Turkey. Make two photocopies of your passport. Leave one copy at home and carry the other separately from your original.

U.S. citizens also need a visa to enter Turkey which MUST be obtained prior to arrival. Visa’s can only be obtained through the “E-Visa System” at the following website. www.evisa.gov.tr/en/tour. Failure to obtain proper entry requirements may result in the loss of tour membership and any resulting penalties. Only travelers who have overnight accommodations in Turkey are required to secure a Visa. Cruise passengers are covered by the cruise company visa and are not required to secure a visa for entry to Turkey.

Languages Spoken

Turkish. Kurdish is also spoken by a minority in the southeast. French, German and English are widely spoken in cities.

Currency

The currency in Turkey is the Turkey Lira and Euro.Check www.xe.com for the most recent exchange rate. You may choose to exchange a small amount of currency at a US bank before you leave, however, you may do so upon arrival at the airport. Your escort will be able to show you the best place to exchange money upon your arrival. ATM machines are available in the major cities. However, in smaller towns, ATM cards, traveler’s checks and credit cards may not be accepted. Please be advised that the ATM machines in Turkey dispense TURKEY LIRA and EURO. For major purchases we recommend that you use a major credit card.

Please Note: Due to Turkey being labeled internationally as a high fraud country, ATM withdrawals may be limited to $75.00 per day. Check with your debit/credit carrier for other restrictions or policies specific to your bank.

Please Note: We suggest you call your bank and/or credit card Company before you leave to let them know you will be out of the country and using your ATM card or credit card.

Voltage

Electricity is 220 volts. You will need to bring along the necessary converters to operate any 120-volt appliances such as hair dryers, camera and cell phone chargers, etc.

Time Zone

Turkey is seven hours ahead of EST and two hours ahead of GMT.

Climate

Prior to departure, check the 10-day forecast on www.weather.com.