FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Turkish people are so proud to celebrate National Holidays. Therefore, Public National holidays in Turkey are important. So for the following holidays, banks and offices, schools are closed. But all museums, restaurants, cafes, shops(except Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar) are open.

  • 1st January ( New Year’s Day):

    Most of time all official places are closed as a public Holiday. But sometimes Government may decide to cancel the holiday. It has to be checked before coming to Turkey. But All touristic attractions are open.

  • 23rd April:

    It is National Sovereignty and Children’s Day. Mustafa Kemal ATATURK who is the founder of Turkey had founded Parliament House (TBMM) in Ankara in 23rd April 1920 and then They started to do charity programs for orphan children. After 1926, Ataturk declared that he gave this important date to the whole children in the world. Therefore, Children from all over the world have been invited to Turkey for celebrating this national day together.

  • May 1st- International Labor and Solidarity Day:

    It is an occasion for some people to demand better conditions for skilled laborers and union workers. But also many other people use this public holiday to relax as a leisure day.

  • May 19th-The Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day:

    The founder of Turkey , Mustafa Kemal ATATURK had arrived in Samsun by ship on 19th May 1919 for starting uprising against the decision of World War I allies. The decision of allies was dividing many territories of defeated Ottoman Empire. All Turkish people accepts this date as the starting date of Independence Turkish War (1919-1923). Turkish Government declared 19th May to be the Commemoration of Ataturk, Youth and Sports Day as Ataturk’s wish and made it an official public holiday in 1938. It is official public day in Turkey and features state ceremonies and sport events throughout the country each year on 19th All administration buildings, post offices, banks, schools are closed on this day. Also Grand Bazaar, Spice Bazaar are closed in Istanbul on this day too.

  • August 30th-Victory Day:

    Turkish Republic commemorates Turkish Victory against Greek forces in Dumlupınar Battle (26-30th August 1922).The outcome of battle determined the successful outcome of Independence Turkish War. Although, most of foreign forces had left the country after this war in 1922. So, Turkish people accept 30th August as Turkish troops date overall Victory. It became a national public holiday in 1935.

  • 29th October-Republic Day:

  • After the Victory of Turkey in the Independence War of Turkey, New founded Turkish parliament proclaimed the new Turkish state as Turkish Republic. New Parliament adopted new constitution in 29th October 1923 by replacing the constitution of Ottoman Empire. Ataturk became the first president of Turkey at the same day. According to Mustafa Kemal ATATURK, Republic Day is the most important day of Turkey and Turkish People.

The destination I want to visit isn’t on your tour list

It is not a problem. We have tailor made service where we can customize your travel style, places time etc. It is enough to give the details of arrival and departure times, city, and where you want to visit. We make itineraries and breakdown the list for you.

Muslims fast 29/30 days of Ramadan month according to Islamic (moon calendar). All western countries have been using Sun calendar. But Islamic countries have been using Moon Calendar. There are 2 eating time a day. One is early morning called “suhur” before sun rising and second one after sunset called “iftar” to break fasting. Between two eating and drinking time, a fasting Muslim is not allowed to eat, drink anything. Also smoking, chewing gum, touching opposite sex are not allowed too.  Fasting rules for Muslims

Physically or mentally unwell Muslims are excused fasting. Instead of fasting they help poor people with donation. Such as children, people who have use medicine in day, pregnant women, breast feeding baby mothers, travelers are all out of fasting rules. A muslim does not fast because of reasons above, they can fast later in future days when they feel good or make a donation to poor people.

What is the best time of year to visit Turkey?

Spring and Fall are the best times to visit Turkey. But Turkey has a beautiful weather. So, anytime of the year is nice. Istanbul is very expensive city. So we advise low season like winter to visit Istanbul.

What is the dress code for women and men in Turkey?

There is no dress code in Turkey. Feel free like being at home. You can weaqr shorts, short skirts, sleeveless dress code are all ok. If you visit any praying place such as mosque, church or synagogue you must cover hair, arms and legs. So it is enough to carry a scarf with you. Men short’s length has to cover knees which is enough. But for streets you do not need to to do it.

What is the tipping etiquette? Tipping is optional in Turkey. Some big restaurants may include the tip under the name of service. Please check the bill details first before leaving tip. But There are many people who work only for tip. But it is too rude to mention it. It is left between 10 to 20 % of your bill.
Will electrical appliances work as normal? Yes you can use European stlye we use. If you different one you can find convertors in every corner.
Will my credit card be widely accepted? Yes.