TURKEY IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Coach tours are not exclusive to Innovative Travel. The tours have been developed in conjunction with our long-standing Turkish tour operators and offered to the wider English-speaking market. Other guests on the tours may have slightly different inclusions.
• Airport transfers are included on the arrival and departure days of the tour ex Istanbul (IST) Airport, a surcharge will apply for transfers to or from Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) Airport. Departure transfer will be via scheduled shuttle at either 9.00am or 1.00pm. Private transfers at alternate times will incur a surcharge. Transfers are operated by drivers and are not guided. If arriving or departing Istanbul on any days other than the arrival or departure days of the tour, transfers are not included.
• Hotels in regional areas (i.e Pamukkale) can be of a slightly lower standard than the other hotels on the tour.  
• Optional tours offered during coach tours may not be guaranteed (even if pre-booked ex New Zealand) as they are subject to a minimum number of participants.
• Porterage for one suitcase is included in the tour price. Due to limited coach capacity, the single bag should not exceed the dimensions of 30”x18”x10” and not weigh more than 50lbs (25kg).

Double Beds
Please note a double-bedded room can be requested but cannot be guaranteed. In Turkey double rooms are very limited.

Dress Codes
Modest dress is required for entrance to holy sites – Men: Long pants, Women – skirt or long pants and shoulders covered.

Ramadan (dates may vary)
The Islamic holy month of Ramadan (called Ramazan in Turkey) is a special time. The holy month, and the 3-day holiday that follows it, can affect travellers’ plans. Being an Islamic holiday, Ramazan begins 11 days earlier each succeeding year.
In 2027, Ramadan is expected to begin on the evening of Sunday 7th February and conclude at sunset on Monday 8th March, with Eid al-Fitr celebrated on sighting of the full moon. During Eid Al Fitr most public and private institutions close for at least three days.
Note: On the Ramadan Feast Day and Kurban Bayrami, the Spice Bazaar & Grand Bazaar are closed all day and all museums in Turkey will be closed until 1pm.

Sightseeing
All sightseeing tours require a moderate amount of walking around historical / cultural sites. This is particularly true in Cappadocia where walks can be up to 1 or 2 km long and where a good level of fitness will ensure you get a maximum enjoyment from your visit.
Note: Istanbul: Topkapi Palace closed Tuesdays | Grand Bazaar closed Sundays