Itinerary:
- Istanbul: 3 days
- Yalova: 2 days
- Pamukkale: 2 days
- Kabak Beach (Fethiye): 2 days
- Hatay-Antakya: 3 days
- Şanlıurfa: 3 days
- Mardim: 5 days (day trip to Dara)
- Istanbul: 1 day
Average costs based on solo travel, with a focus on keeping things budget-friendly… and a lot of walk!!!
20 €/day (May 2022)
This average daily budget includes:
- eating only local food in budget restaurants
- staying always in hostels or shared-rooms
- using public transportation (mostly buses)
- entrance tickets for tourists attractions like natural parks, museums, palaces, etc
- a few visits to hammam (Turkish bath)
- no spending on alcohol, tobacco, or soft drinks
- doing my own laundry
- SIM card for local network
NOTE: This daily average does not include expenses for shopping, souvenirs, medical or health-related costs, or visa fees (as these vary depending on your country of origin).