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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can arrangements be made to visit more than one country?
A: Yes. We can arrange for combination tours to Israel, Greece, Jordan, Italy and other countries in conjunction with a tour to Turkey.
Q: What are the best times to visit Turkey?
A: Usually spring (April, May and June) and fall (Sep, Oct, Nov) are the best times weather-wise. However, the Western region enjoys sunny weather and pleasant temperatures most of the year. During the off season (November to March) prices are generally less expensive.
Q: What are the prices for tours?
A: Prices will be provided on request based on size of group, season, type of hotel (5-star, 4-star, etc.) desired, and proposed tour itinerary.
Q: Can arrangements be made for airline tickets?
A: Yes. We can arrange for international and domestic airline tickets for most of the major airlines.
Q: Are there Christian Tour Guides available?
A: Very few, however we employ Biblically knowledgeable, professional guides, who flexibly work with group leaders and pastors.
Q: Are visas required to visit Turkey?
A: Yes. See comments in our General Information page.
Q: Is it safe to visit Turkey?
A: Absolutely! Turkey is an extremely safe country to visit, especially for tourists. Turks are very proud people, who welcome visitors, and are honored to see foreigners exploring their land. All visitors are special guests and are treated like royalty. Crime is low compared to most countries, and the Ministry of the Interior has established a special squad of Police that are assigned to the major tourist areas. In Izmir, woman may walk down the street at night without any problems at all. We believe that Turkey in general is safer than most any other country in the region.
Q: Do I need to change money before coming to Turkey?
A: No. It is not recommended as the rates change often and you can get just enough money changed each day. See comments under Currency in the General Information page.
Q: Can I arrange a vacation in conjunction with a tour?
A: Yes. We can arrange for you to rest and relax at one of many wonderful hotels or resorts, or take a Blue Cruise on the Aegean or Mediterranean Seas. This is a great way to top off your trip to Turkey.
Q: What is the minimum or maximum size group recommended for a tour?
A: There is no limitation per se, but a group size of 6 is recommended for a small group. This number helps to reduce the shared costs like transportation, guide and driver fees, and 6 is a good size that fits into our vans. For larger groups, break points in creating a group would occur at 20-24, 25-29, 30-35 that are easily accommodated in our larger vehicles. If a church or anyone wants to consider sending larger groups like 50 to 100, then we would determine the group sizing accordingly.
Q: How is payment made for the tour?
A: Payments are requested to be made via bank transfer. The banks that we work with all have affiliations with some of the major banks in the USA. We also receive payments with credit cards.
Q: Do you have a Tour Host Program where tour leaders would receive some benefits?
A: Yes. We offer tour leaders special benefits for organizing and leading tours based on group sizes and other factors. For more specific information on this contact us.
Q: Do you support conferences for churches and other organizations?
A: Yes, we specialize in conference logistics for groups ranging in size from twenty to over a thousand. For more information, please see the Conferences page.
