Turkye is a country where Europe and Asia meet — rich history, incredible food, warm hospitality, beaches, mountains, and buzzing cities. Whether you’re heading to Istanbul, the coast, or deep into Anatolia, a bit of preparation goes a long way. This checklist helps you travel stress-free and fully enjoy everything Turkiye has to offer.
📘 Travel Documents
🛂 Passport (valid for at least 6 months)
🛃 Visa or e-Visa (check nationality requirements in advance)
✈️ Flight tickets / boarding passes
🏨 Hotel, guesthouse or resort confirmations
🧾 Travel itinerary (digital + printed backup)
📄 Travel insurance documents (medical + theft coverage)
🛂 Copies of passport & important documents (cloud + paper)
🚗 Driver’s license (if renting a car)
📱 Emergency contact list
💳 Money & Payments
💴 Turkish Lira (TRY) – cash is still very useful
🏧 ATM card (widely available in cities and towns)
💳 Credit card (Visa & Mastercard widely accepted)
📱 Mobile banking / banking apps
💰 Small cash for markets, taxis, tips
🧾 Notify your bank before travel (avoid blocked cards)
📱 Electronics & Tech
📱 Smartphone with offline maps (Google Maps / Maps.me)
🔌 Power adapter (Type C & F – same as most of Europe)
🔋 Power bank (long travel days & sightseeing)
🎧 Headphones (flights, ferries, buses)
📸 Camera / GoPro (Turkey is very photogenic)
📶 Local SIM card or eSIM (very affordable & fast internet)
🚕 Transport & Getting Around
🚖 Taxi apps (BiTaksi, Uber works limited in some cities)
🚌 Public transport card (Istanbulkart for Istanbul)
🚗 Rental car reservation (great for coastal areas & Cappadocia)
🗺️ Offline transport apps & addresses saved
⛴️ Ferry info (especially in Istanbul & coastal cities)
🩺 Health & Safety
💊 Personal medication (with prescriptions if needed)
🩹 Small first-aid kit
🧴 Sunscreen (strong sun, especially summer)
🦟 Insect repellent (coastal & rural areas)
😷 Hand sanitizer / wet wipes
🏥 Travel insurance emergency numbers saved
👕 Clothing & Essentials
👟 Comfortable walking shoes (cobblestones everywhere)
🧕 Modest clothing for mosques (covered shoulders & knees)
🧣 Light scarf (for mosques & sun protection)
🕶️ Sunglasses & hat
🧥 Light jacket (evenings or ferry rides)
🎒 Daypack for sightseeing
🍽️ Food & Culture Tips
🍽️ Halal food widely available (Turkey is very Muslim-friendly)
☕ Try Turkish tea & Turkish coffee everywhere
🥙 Street food is safe and delicious
💬 Learn a few Turkish words (locals appreciate it)
🤝 Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory
🕌 Respect mosque etiquette & prayer times
🧠 Handy Extras
📚 Guidebook or saved blog articles
📝 Notes with hotel addresses in Turkish
🎁 Small bag for souvenirs
📍 Google Translate (offline Turkish)
😌 Open mindset – Turkey is warm, loud, chaotic, and amazing
