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We organize and customize group tours for conferences, churches, schools and other special interest groups.
Our Travel Protection Plan can help provide peace of mind and protection against the unknown.
Get information on how to send your deposit or make final payments on your tour.
Travel Agents! We can help you help your clients find their next great trip.
Handbook > Turkey

Visas

Visa is required for ALL travelers to Turkey. Visa applicatons are processed Embassy of Turkey and its consular offices in Houston, New York, Los Angeles and Chicago. Tourist visas can be obtained prior to departure or upon arrival at the airport. Tourist visas cost US$45 for stays up to 3 months and are valid for a year.

Click here to download a copy of the Visa Application Form (PDF)


Vaccinations

No vaccinations are required for entry into Turkey. However, it is strongly recommended that you ask your physician about precautionary medication/vaccinations for Thyphoid, Polio, Malaria and other diseases that are present in this region of the world.

Climate / Weather Conditions

Istanbul
°F Avg
High
Avg
Low
Humidty (%)
AM/PM
Days of Rain Avg Rainfall
Jan 46 37 82/75 18 4.0"
Feb 47 36 82/72 14 3.6"
Mar 51 38 81/67 14 2.8"
Apr 60 45 81/62 9 1.8"
May 69 53 82/61 8 1.5"
Jun 77 60 79/58 6 1.3"
Jul 82 65 79/56 4 1.3"
Aug 82 66 79/55 4 1.2"
Sep 76 61 81/59 7 2.3"
Oct 68 55 83/64 11 3.2"
Nov 59 48 82/71 14 4.0"
Dec 51 41 82/74 18 4.7"
Source: The Times Books World Weather Guide, Pearce and Smith: ©1990

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Map

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Voltage

220 volts AC, 50Hz

International Dialing Code

Country code: 90

City Codes:

Istanbul: 212
Ankara: 312
Izmir: 232
Kusadasi: 256
Pamukkale: 258