Visiting Turkey is every traveler’s dream. Turkey is an ancient city and is a treasure for those who love to dwell in history. The country has a wide array of things to offer.
From the Ottoman Empire architecture, ruins of Ephesus, the exceptional sunrise through the city of Cappadocia to exploring the city of Troy, and of course the delicious mouth-watering cuisine the country offers.
People often think travel is luxury. But if you have the true will and determination to visit your favorite places, you can make this notion wrong. As it goes, “when there is a will, there is a way.”
Here are the top three ways to make your trip to Turkey memorable and budget-friendly.
1. Accommodation
Accommodation is the most important thing while planning a trip. And what if I tell you that you can save the accommodation cost by living on free? Yes, you read it right.
Couchsurfing and Housesitting are the two options to save money on lodgement.
- Couchsurfing
Couchsurfing is an exceptional way if you want to feel the culture. In Couchsurfing, you stay with a local in their home and sleep on their couch.
It may not be the most comfortable experience, but it surely saves you money which you can later spend on different activities.
There are a number of apps available in the Google Play store, through which you can find a list of Couchsurfing hosts.
- Housesitting
Another option for your budget-friendly stay in Turkey is housesitting. In this, you are expected to take care of someone’s house while they are away, of course for free.
The only drawback to this method is sharing the dates. If you do not have a particular date or season to travel, then this is a great option.
- Hostels and Hotels
If the above-mentioned options do not suit you and you desire the convenience of your place, hostels and hotels are always an option.
Hostels are situated all over the country. You can easily find a dorm-bed under €10–15 and hotels for €25 per night.
Booking.com is a trusted website through which you can find a hostel or hotel in turkey.
The infamous hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia, Turkey.
2. Transportation
Transportation in Turkey is fairly inexpensive. Metro, Tram, and minibusses are widely available in the country. Tourists can take whichever route suits them.
Tourists can also get an Istanbulkart, which is an RFID transit card and it gives you rides at almost half price in buses, tram, metro, and ferries.
3. Activities
Now the time we all have been waiting for. The real enjoyment starts with visiting fun-filled and historical places. It is recommended to shortlist the places with zero entry fees. One of them is the popular The Blue Mosque.
Local markets are always fun. It hits you with the true essence of the city. Beaches and museums are cheaper and not heavy on the budget,000 so you can add them to your bucket list.
In Cappadocia, a hot air balloon ride is a must, but it would cost you an arm and a leg so it’s better to roam around the city and stroll through the local neighbourhood.