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AIR:
Turkish Airlines (THY) provides an important network of
domestic flights from the national airports of İstanbul,
Ankara, İzmir, Adana, Trabzon, Dalaman and Antalya to all
major Turkish cities.
For
timetables, prices and reductions, enquires can be made at
THY agencies.
There
are bus connections to and from airports and city terminals.
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SEA:
Turkish Maritime Lines has several coastal services
providing excellent opportunities for sightseeing. They
leave from Galata Bridge (Karaköy side), Sirkeci and
Eminönü. It is advisable to make early reservations for
tourist cruises. There are also organised tours on both
sides of the Bosphorus.
Ferry services
a.
İstanbul - Mudanya
b.
İstanbul - Bandırma
c.
Eskihisar - Topçular
d.
Çanakkale - Eceabat
e.
Gelibolu - Lapseki
f.
Yükyeri - Bozcaada
g.
Gökçeada - Kabatepe
h.
İstanbul - İzmir
i.
Bodrum - Körmen (Datça)
-
İstanbul - Sinop - Samsun - Ordu - Giresun
- Trabzon - Rize
Seabus Services
a.
Bostancı - Kabataş
b.
Bostancı - Kartal
c.
Bostancı - Karaköy
d.
Bostancı - Büyükada Island
e.
Bostancı - Yenikapı
f.
Bostancı - Bakırköy
g.
Kadıköy - Bakırköy
h.
Kadıköy - Karaköy
i.
Kartal - Yalova
j.
Yalova - Kabataş
k.
Büyükada Island - Kabataş
-
Bostancı - Yenikapı - Marmara - Avşa
Passenger Services
a.
Boğaziçi
b.
Karaköy (European side)- Haydarpaşa (Asian side
c.
Karaköy (European side)-Kadıköy (Asian side)
-
Sirkeci - Kabataş - İstanbul Islands-Yalova-Çınarcık
Marmara Passenger Services
a.
İstanbul - Marmara and Avşa Islands
-
Avşa - Marmara and Erdek
Lake Van Transport:
The Akdamar Island boats have daily services during the
tourist season. There is also the train ferry across Lake
Van from Tatvan to Van, continuing to Iran.
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RAIL
The
wide network of the Turkish State Railways connects most
major cities. The trains have couchettes, sleeping cars,
restaurants, with lounge cars offering first and second
class service.
In the
Aegean region, it is possible for groups to charter a steam
train which has all kinds of facilities for trips with a
route of your choice that allows you a more relaxed way of
travelling through this beautiful region. Train charters
are also available for all areas of Turkey.
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ROAD
Road Network:
Turkey has an extensive network of well-maintained roads
linking its towns, cities, and popular tourist areas. When
arriving from Europe, the Bosphorus crossing to Asia has
been greatly facilitated by the completion of the İstanbul
bypass and the two Bosphorus (Boğaziçi) bridges, which lead
to the İstanbul - Ankara Expressway. The E80 and E90 are
the two main roads leading to. Turkey from European borders;
they also link the Iranian and Iraqi borders. These
expressways have been constructed according to Asian and
Middle East International road network standards.
Road Signs:
Turkish road signs conform to the International Protocol on
Road Si Archaeological and yellow signs indicate historical
sites.
Traffic circulation:
Traffic circulates on the right and the Turkish Highway
Code similar to those of European countries. Outside cities,
traffic moves freely, the İstanbul Ankara highway being the
only one on which traffic is heavy. There is a 50-km/h.
speed limit in urban centers and a 90-km/h limit outside
urban centers.
Petrol:
Filling stations are well distributed over all roads. and
those on the main 17 ways often have attached service
stations and restaurants, and are open round the clock.
leaded fuel is available at most stations.
Repairs:
There are numerous repair garages in towns (grouped along
special streets) along principal highways. Spare parts are
readily available. Turkish mechanics are well trained. in
the repair of both Turkish and foreign cars.
In
addition, assistance can he received from the Touring and
Automobile Club..
Rent-a-car services:
There are many rent-a-car services in Turkey (addresses
prices can be obtained from local Tourist Information
Offices or travel agents).
Inter-city coaches:
Many private companies provide frequent day and night
services between all Turkish cities. Coaches depart from
the bus station (otogar) in large towns, from the center of
town in smaller regions. For bus station numbers see Useful
Addresses
Taxis and dolmuş:
Taxis are numerous in all Turkish cities and are
recognisable by their yellow colour. The fare shown on the
meter reads according to distance travelled.
The
"dolmuş," a special service found only in Turkey, is a
collective taxi which foil specific routes and is
recognisable by its yellow hand. Each passenger pays
according to distance travelled and can get off at specific
stops. The municipality fixes the relatively cheap fares.
The "dolmuş" provides a service within large cities, to
suburbs, airports, and often to neighbouring towns. This is
a very practical means of transportation and much cheaper a
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