Category Archives: TRANSPORT

Dolmus (local buses), Coaches, Taxis or on your own - choose your favourite ... A colourful feature of Turkish life and also the cheapest way to get about. Hop onto one of the dolmus - the little minibuses which zoom around locally - and you'll have an experience! For dolmus means 'stuffed' and you'll soon…

Turkey has an excellent coach service and you will find that you can travel virtually anywhere for relatively little money and in comfort. Head down to the 'Otogar' (Bus Station) and you'll be engulfed in great activity as agents of various coach companies approach and escort you to a bus bound for your destination. You'll…

Taxi ranks are in abundance and it's easy to yield a 'yellow'. Fares are usually metered with an extra charge added on after midnight. For Longer journeys, you can always agree a fixed price in advance. In AKYAKA : The taxi rank can be found at the top of the village near the small roundabout.…

Should you take to the wheel yourself and hire a car, you'll find flexibility to venture to certain places at leisurely paces. Particularly useful for families - it's a great way to explore. Peruse at pleasure but do take care - Turkish roads and driving habits are different. www.valicarrental.com