Do I need a tour guide in Istanbul?
Shortly, you do not need to hire a tour guide in İstanbul if you have time and you like to read. On the other hand, if your time in İstanbul is limited, hiring a tour guide can be a good idea, at least for the old town (Sultanahmet) area.
Can you tour turkey on your own?
And YES, it’s so easy (freedom!) to travel on your own in Turkey. I was just in southeastern last week alone covering the beautiful towns of Gaziantep – Mardin – Midyat – Hasankeyf – Diyarbakir for 10 days, then back to Istanbul. And everything went really well.
How much Turkish lira do I need for a week in Istanbul?
I usually recommend 100 USD or 100 EURO per day/per person to be on the safe side… 9.
Is Turkey safe for female solo travelers?
Turkey is totally safe for female solo travelers. A solo trip to Turkey is no more dangerous than visiting any other country by yourself. You simply need to use your common sense as you would anywhere else in the world.
How do I become a tour guide in Istanbul?
Tourist guides in Turkey are required by law to complete a rigorous training program of several years and to obtain an official government tour guide’s license. It is against the law for anyone who has not been trained and licensed to function as a tourist guide in Turkey.
How much should I pay a tour guide?
Most common benefits. The average salary for a tour guide is $25.56 per hour in the United States and $77.50 tips per day.
How should I dress in Istanbul?
In Istanbul, Izmir, Pamukkale, and other western cities it is okay to wear shorts and skirts. Although solo female travellers in Turkey should consider more modest dress so as not to draw attention. In conservative Central and Eastern Turkey (excluding touristy Cappadocia), wear lightweight linen and cotton clothing.
Can you drink the water in Istanbul Turkey?
Paradoxically, the tap water in Istanbul is drinkable. The Turkish government has been running campaigns for some time in order to convince the residents that the tap water is drinkable. Thanks to this tap water is generally of higher quality than bottled water.
Is it safe for a woman to walk alone in Istanbul?
Although people warn about negatives for women traveling alone in Istanbul, most women feel completely safe. You can wander far from tourist areas, wear tight jeans, and get lost without having to worry about your safety.