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WHAT IS CRUISE TÜRKİYE?
Cruise Türkiye (Turkish Cruise Platform) was established in an attempt to determine
the common strategies related to cruise tourism and to lead the development of
cruise tourism in Turkey.
Cruise Türkiye was established on 3rd of July, 2012 by initiatives of Izmir Chamber
of Commerce with the support of Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Turkish
Ministry of Transportation, Maritime and Communication, all Turkish Chambers of
Commerce, cruise agencies, ports, destinations, municipalities and governorships.
Headquarter of Cruise Turkiye is in Izmir, Turkey.
AIMS OF CRUISE TÜRKİYE ARE TO…
• Enable the activities of Turkish Ports in cruise tourism,
give support to make them develop and carry out studies on this issue.
• Introduce Turkey as a cruise destination
• Facilitate the coordination between the ports
• Conduct research for the activation and development of cruise tourism’s activities
• Take steps in the direction of increasing the cruise passanger traffic and
potential of our country’s ports.
• Work in cooperation with the government agencies, have the common position
against common interest and problems of our country’s ports, and exchange
information for developing some policies and plans.
• Organize and represent our country’s participation in the organizations worldwide.
• Develop a common strategy for the introduction and marketing of the
Turkish cruise ports and make an action plan.
• Solve the problems of the cruise sector.
• Carry out studies for cruise ships to come to Turkey.
• Incorporate ports, chamber of commerce of port cities, agencies, operator
companies, cruise lines, storekeepers and suppliers.
• Introduce Turkey as a good, true and cheap supplier to the cruise companies,
for the sake of increasing the equipment purchases of the world’s cruise ships.
CONTACT DETAILS:
Address :İzmir Chamber of Commerce
Atatürk Caddesi No: 126 Pasaport 35210 İzmir – Turkey
Phone
:+90 232 498 42 90
Fax
:+90 232 446 22 52
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PORTS
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Bodrum Cruise Port
Lacking of a port, only few cruise lines could enjoy the natural and
archaeological sources of Bodrum by staying at anchorage and in the
place where now the great port complex stands only a deserted small
hill was facing the blue water of Bodrum. Since March 2008, the time
the Port launched its operations, cruise vessels are welcomed by a
full ISPS certified port in Bodrum Cruise Port and have the possibility
to enjoy the treasures of the region in a safe and secure environment.
Bodrum Cruise Port is located 36 km from the Milas International Airport and few minute walk
to the city center. The Port has the capacity to service at least two large cruise vessels at a time
together with three motorboats. There is a Sea Shuttle service available linking Bodrum Cruise
Port and the city centre making five return trips a day between the hours of 9.00 and 17.00.
The newly built pier (2011) has a length of 350 meters (1148.2ft) on the longer side and 330 meters
(1082.6ft) on the inside, with a width of 15 meters (49.2ft). The draft is -9 meters in the shallow
part of the pier and -23 (75.4ft) meters at the end of the pier. Other than the cruise pier, the Port
has various quays ranging from 3m (9.8ft) to 6m (19.7ft), totalling to 300m (984ft). In addition to the
quays, the Port harbours three ferryboat ramps.
The Port has a total area of 22,000 m² (236,800ft²) with a beautiful terminal building in total
harmony with the pure blue Mediterranean and Aegean blue waters meeting and mixing here in
the city of Bodrum but also the whitewashed houses, which look like a dusting of new snow on the
mountaintop and.
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PORT SPECIFICATIONS:
IMO Port ID No: TRBXN-0006
LOCATION: 37° 01’ 30” N, 27° 26’ 13” E
0630
RAMP-2
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2430
RAMP-3
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Maximum draft: 23m
Min/Max stay: None
Compulsory pilotage: Yes
Tug boats: Yes
Waste reception: Yes
Bus park: Yes (up to 100)
Public Telephones: Yes
Postal Service at terminal: Yes
Fresh water supply: Yes (20 square meters /Hrs)
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PIER NO.2
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4
3
2
1
45m
10m
CONTACT DETAILS:
Operated By:
Bodrum Yolcu Limanı İşletmeleri A.Ş.
Address: Şalvarağa Tepesi, Mantar Burnu Mevkii
Kumlubahçe Mahallesi Muğla - Bodrum- Turkey
Phone: +90 252 316 48 72
Fax: +90 252 316 18 72
E-mail: info@globalports.com.tr
Website: www.globalports.com.tr
220 m
240 m
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PIER NO.1
Quays: 1 (350m)
Passenger terminals: 1
Anchorage: Yes
Bunkering: Yes
Duty Free shops: Yes
Duration of clearance: 15 min
ATM at terminal: Yes
Taxi rank: Yes
D-2
45m
10m
D-1
FL(3) Y 8s 10m 3M
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About Bodrum
Situated on a beautiful peninsula, Bodrum, in these days is better known as the “New St. Tropez”
with its dusk to dawn nightlife and is one of the most attractive coastal cities of Turkey both among
Turkish and foreign travelers. Bodrum exceeds the expectations when you face the world famous
St. Peter’s Castle or when you discover enchanting villages with houses painted in white and
trimmed with purple bougainvillea together with miles of sandy beaches and ideal locations for
water sports.
St. Peter’s Castle:
Distance to Bodrum Cruise Port: 3 km / 1.86 miles
This Medieval Castle of the Knight of St. John is the landmark of the town. It has stood guard to
protect the entrance of Bodrum’s dazzling blue harbor for centuries.
The Bodrum Museum of Underwater Archaeology :
Distance to Bodrum Cruise Port: 3 km / 1.86 miles
Since the 1960’s one section after another opened within the impressive and magnificent St. Peter’s
Castle. Today visitors discover a comprehensive and appealing open-air museum
The Mausoleum :
Distance to Bodrum Cruise Port: 4.7 km / 2.9 miles
This great monument, which had three major parts with a height of 45 meters (135 feet) was one
of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and built for King Mausolos in the 4th Century BC by
Artemisia, his sister and his wife.
The Antique Theatre :
Distance to Bodrum Cruise Port: 4.4 km / 2.7 miles
This theater is a comfortable place to sit and contemplate Bodrum and take in the vista below with
the city harbor, the castle and the harbor with all its gullets and yachts.
Knidos:
Distance to Bodrum Cruise Port: 17,4 km / 10,5 miles
The general plan of the city has been very clearly made out. The most famous statue by Praxiteles,
the Aphrodite of Knidos, was made for Cnidus. It has perished, but late copies exist, of which the
most faithful is in the Vatican Museums.
Euromos:
Distance to Bodrum Cruise Port: 67 km / 41,6 miles
From the extent of the ruins it appears that Euromos was a city of considerable wealth. Today, the
Temple of Euromos is standing majestically for the pleasure of temple lovers.
Myndos Gate:
Distance to Bodrum Cruise Port: 3,3 km / 2 miles
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This is one of the two former grand entrances to ancient Halicarnassus. The soldiers of Alexander
the Great struggled mightily to fight their way into Halicarnassus by way of the Myndos Gate in 333
BC. After his conquest of the city, Alexander the Great settled his headquarters nearby.
Discover Bodrum’s Nightlife
Bodrum is an unparalleled cruise destination, a treasure trove of archeological treasures and at
the same time a former fishing village both known as the “new St. Tropez” with its dusk to dawn
nightlife.
When darkness falls, Bodrum adorns with her nightgowns: the narrow roads are illuminated, the
blaze of sidewalk-cafe windows, and the glare of neon signs flood the streets. Once the workday
is over, most people go to a cafe to meet with friends over a drink and perhaps a meal; then, they
may head home or proceed to a restaurant; and much later, they may show up at a bar or a dance
club of Bodrum.
Enjoy the Blue Voyage on a Gullet:
The south western coast of Turkey is one of the best yachting and sailing areas in the world. The
wonderful climate, unrivaled ancient cities, superb cuisine and friendly people all welcome you for
perfect holiday - the famous Blue Voyage is unforgettable, even if you can enjoy it only for a single
day.
Wandering in Bodrum’s Streets:
Anybody who has visited Bodrum before will tell you that apart from the fantastic lagoon blue bays,
nothing compares to the early-evening stroll in the towns streets. The light of the late hour, the
pleasant buzz,the narrow streets filled with locals and tourists alike, and the romantic ambience in
the air as you stroll along can lead you to a modern restaurant, boutiques, a lovely café overlooking
the gullet lined up along the bay, the fortress, or an ancient, unassuming site.
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Port of Çanakkale
Port of Canakkale at your service since 02 December 2005 is a
second port investment of KOLIN GROUP COMPANIES (www.
kolin.com.tr) after Port of Dikili. Port of Canakkale is located
inside the Dardanelles Strait, Canakkale, the meeting point of
continents: Europe and Asia.
Canakkale, located in the northwest of Turkey and where East meets West, unites the waters of
the Aegean Sea with the Sea of Marmara through its strait: Dardanelles which hosts thousands of
ships every year.
Port of Canakkale is located in Kepez district where is 5 km. to city of Canakkale, 18 km. to Troia
Ancient City, abt. 5.5 miles (by ferry from port) to Gallipoli Historical Peninsula and 70 km. to Assos
Antique City which are the most-visited places for shore excursions. As a sea-border of Canakkale city and placed on fully customs area, Port of Canakkale is compliant
with ISPS Code and all security requirements with its service variety is capable to cover all
requirements for cruise vessels.
1 km west of the port sister company Kolin Hotel can be found with five stars and 600 beds capacity.
Kolin Hotel and Port of Canakkale are serving together for the cruise passengers, cruise companies
and various passenger ships and contributing region’s touristic development. PORT SPECIFICATIONS
Working Hours : 24 Hours
Total Length Of Quays : 428 M.
Min And Max Draft : 9 M. /28 M.
Min/Max Duration Of Stay : None
No. Of Quays : 2
Availability Of Tug Boats : Yes
Duty Free Store : Yes Duration Of Clearance : 20 Min
Taxi Rank : Yes Potable Water Supply: Yes (30 T/ H) Passenger Terminals : Yes
Compulsory Pilotage : Yes
Anchorage Availability : Yes
Bunkering Availability : Yes
Car Park : Yes
Public Phones : Yes
Dist. To Canakkale Airport : 10 Km.
Hospital : 3 In 5 Km Radius
Waste Reception Facility : Yes (Liquid & Solid)
Lat: 40 º 06 ‘ 21 “ N
Long : 026 º 22 ‘ 41 “ E
CONTACT DETAILS:
Canakkale Liman İsletmesi San. ve Tic. A.Ş.
Address : Cumhuriyet Mah. Sahil Yolu Kepez, 17110 Canakkale, Turkey
Phone : 0090 286 263 55 00
Fax : 0090 286 263 08 08
E-mail : liman@portofcanakkale.com
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About Çanakkale
Some legends when come across the facts have left traces deep enough to change the destiny of
mankind and strong enough to be felt even today. As it in Troy and Gallipoli…
The Dardanelles Strait is lined with the bays and beaches of the Gallipoli Peninsula on the European
side and the larger Biga Peninsula on the Asian side and is an ideal holiday spot. Aesthetes will
be pleased to learn that this is the homeland of the first beauty contests. Today, holiday makers
will find that fish, wine and fruit are the specialties of the many restaurants, along with a friendly
pleasant service.
The history of the Canakkale region (Troas) goes back to about 5000 BC. According to mythology,
when the children of King Athamas, Phryxus and Helle, were sent away by their stepmother,
they were mounted on a flying ram with a golden fleece which was given to them by their mother
Nephele, the Goddess of the Cloud. Whilst flying over the straits, Princess Helle fell off the ram into
the water… giving the foundation for the name Hellespont.
Abydos on the Asian shore and Sestus on the European shore are the two sites of a famous love
story. Leander was a handsome youth from Abydos, who was in love with Hero, a priestess of
Aphrodite. Every night there was a terrible storm and he never arrived. Hero, assuming he had
drowned, threw herself into the sea. The Persians were also here in the 5th century BC. The Persian
King Xerxes built his bridge of boats across the narrowest point of the Dardanelles to land 100,000
troops on Thrace, as part of his planned conquest of Europe, only to have his vision end at the twin
disasters of Thermopylae and Salamis. Ever since, Canakkale has remained a crucial geographical
bottle neck controlling the crossing between Europe and Asia, as well as access to the region Sea
of Marmara and the Black Sea beyond.
Alexander the Great began his Eastern campaign by crossing the Strait in 334 BC. The Romans
took over in the 2nd century BC until 395 AD, after which the Byzantine Empire ruled the area.
There were Arab and Crusader invasions in the following centuries. In the 15th century, Sultan
Mehmet the Conqueror built citadels on both banks of the Strait and founded the city of Canakkale.
The city of Canakkale lends it name to the Strait that connects the Sea of Marmara to the Aegean
and whose shores touch both Europe and Asia.
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TROJAN EXPRESS
Tour Description: When you arrive in the PORT OF CANAKKALE, your private guide will be waiting
to lead you to your own luxury vehicle, in which you can relax as your private shore excursion to
Trojan. The tour will start at Hisarlik Hill. Learn about the mythology surrounding Troy, the Trojan
Horse, which was recently renovated and Helen of Troy, as well as the history and discoveries of
the archeological excavations initiated by the famous archeologist Heinrich Schliemann in 1870’s.
In Troy, nine cities have been discovered built one on top of the other dating back to 3500 B.C. The
most important highlight of the site is the Trojan Horse and the most important character you will
learn about is the Helen of Troy. You will also have plenty of information on the Trojan Wars most
importantly the battle between Archilles and Paris, as well as the sacrificial Altars and the 3700
years old city walls. Houses of Troy I, (3000 B.C. - 2500 B.C.) The Bouleterium (Senate Building),
The Odeon (Concert Hall), Famous Trojan Horse and Legendary Troy are some of the sites that
you will explore. All information about Troy today basically derives from a book called “Illiada”
written by Homer around the 6th century BC. In your visit to Troy, you will have the chance to learn
all about the most exciting legends of mythology. The tour will continue with a short drive to the
Archeological Museum where you will have the chance to see the foundings of Troy displayed in
accordance with their period and extended history of the region. The tour will end with a drive
back to the vessel during which you will have the opportunity to take scenic photos of the stunning
panorama. After all the visits, you will turn back to PORT OF CANAKKALE (KEPEZ).
Tour Inclusion: The port of Canakkale/Kepez pick-up & Drop-off, Transportation in a fully airconditioned, non-smoking coach, Fully escorted by a professional guide-lecturer (In English),
Entrance fees to the various sites
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GALLIPOLI BATTLES & TROJANS
Tour Description: When you arrive in the PORT OF CANAKKALE, your private guide will be waiting
to lead you to your own luxury vehicle, in which you can relax as your private shore excursion to
Gallipoli. The battlefields of Gallipoli are situated about 15 km from Canakkale. This tour will give
you the chance to explore one of the most drastic lands of war where many nations have lost their
lives. You will be transferred by coach to a local ferry, which functions between two continents,
from the Asian to the European side via the famous strait Dardanelles. Gallipoli National Park
has a great significance in the world of military history being the soil on which the battles of the
Gallipoli Campaign took place, which contains Turkish and Allied monuments, cemeteries and
museums surrounded by forests. You will visit several monuments and will explore the battlefield
that witnessed the lost of many lives from both sides. In the Gallipoli National Park, you will also
see the Memorials of many soldiers of different nationalities. You will see the Military Monument in
the National Park which is dedicated to commemorate the soldiers who lost their lives. Here, you
will also visit the important site, the Anzac Cove. Gallipoli war has changed the destiny of Modern
Republic of Turkey today and the lost lives of all nations are kept in the minds and the hearts of the
whole Turkish nation. After visiting the battlefields, you will visit Kabatepe Hill National Park and
see the findings from the same period. The tour will continue with ferry to return to Canakkale. A
photo stop will be made at the “Trojan Horse” in the city center. After all the visits, you will turn
back to PORT OF CANAKKALE (KEPEZ).
Tour Inclusion: PORT OF CANAKKALE pick-up & Drop-off, Transportation in a fully air-conditioned,
non-smoking coach, Fully escorted by a professional guide-lecturer (In English), Entrance fees to
the various sites.
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Didim Cruise Port
Key Features
• Port Location: 37.21.16 N - 027 16.55 E
• Didim is now an international port of entry. There is no compulsory
pilotage or towage for any vessel calling at Didim.
• The pier is only suitable for ferries and tender boats. It is 40 meters in length and 5 meters in
width, and has 3 meters of draft.
• Cruise ships may stay at anchorage position which is only 0.5 nm away from the pier, in a
sheltered bay suitable for water sports.
• The port is fully ISPS compliant and has a newly built passenger terminal which is surrounded
by fencing and equipped with modern detection devices and CCTV. The whole facility is constantly
manned with security guards.
• Izmir and Bodrum International Airports are only 160 km and 60 km away respectively.
• There is a fast ferry connection (catamaran) from Didim port to neighbouring Greek islands of
Kos, Samos and Patmos on a regular service which is operated by the port management. These
islands are all within a radius of 30 nautical miles from Didim port.
• Didim offers shore excursion possibilities to nearby world famous ancient sites of Ephesus (only
105 km), Miletus, Didyma and Priene, as well as to Lake “Bafa”. It is also possible to take cruise
ship passengers on a daily excursion round trip to one of the above mentioned Greek islands on
modern fast ferries from Didim.
• Didim has a long stretched golden sand beach with a private section dedicated only for the
exclusive use of cruise ship passengers. The beach is within 2 minutes walking distance to the pier
and is called “Altinkum”, which directly translates to “golden sand” in English. Altinkum is one of
the most famous beaches in Turkey.
• The town offers all necessary touristic facilities for dining and sightseeing.
Pier and Navigational Information
• The pier is currently only suitable for ferries and tenders.
• Dimensions of pier is 40 m (length on South side) and 45 m (length on North side) x 5 m (width).
• The pier height from water level is 110cm / datum ± 30 cm.
• Min draft at pier – 230 cm.
• Max draft at pier – 260 cm.
• Daily change of tide is 10 cm.
• Seasonal change of tide is 20 cm.
Didim – Ferry Connections
Didim Cruise Port offers fast, regular ferry connections during the summer season to close-by
Greek islands; Kos, Patmos and Samos. These trips only take 50 minutes from Didim
CONTACT DETAILS:
Adress : Didim Cruise Port Camlik Mahallesi Altinkum Plaji Didim / Aydin
Phone : +90 256 813 46 17
Fax : +90 256 813 46 18
Mail : info@portdidim.com • operation@portdidim.com
Web : www.portdidim.com
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About Didim
Didim, home of the antique city of Didyma with its ancient Temple of Apollo, is a small town, popular
seaside resort on the Aegean coast of western Turkey. This ancient city, originally a pre-Greek
cult sanctuary, was established as colony of Myceane and then Crete in the 16th century BC and
subsequently possessed by Persians, Ancient Romans and Byzantines as part of the province of
Caria.
This coast has become a very popular holiday resort and is genuinely attractive with its long sandy
beaches, turquoise bays, ancient sites to visit, and its own microclimate, benefiting from hundreds
of days of sun every year. Didim is within very close proximity to natural wonders like Lake Bafa
national park and ancient sites of Miletus, Priene and Ephesus.
Didim Beaches – most famous being Altinkum beach
Famous for its gently sloping sandy beaches fringing crystal clear waters, Altinkum means ‘Golden
Sand’. Its two long crescent beaches lie at each end of the resort, starting at the harbour and
finishing at a rocky headland promontory, so providing over 1 km of beach. The sun-warmed
waters along this beach are mainly shallow for a couple of hundred metres and are ideal for both
supervised children and non-swimmers. Sun beds on the sands make it easy to relax in tan-building
comfort, or if you are feeling energetic, canoes and pedaloes are available for hire.
Other beaches nearby which are as beautiful as Altinkum beach include the 3rd Bay Public Beach,
Hotel Front Beaches and Sahte Cennet (Heaven on Earth).
Didyma – Oracle Shrine of Apollo
Hidden among rolling hills only a few miles from the scenic coast of South-western Turkey, the
ancient site of Didyma is famous from legendary times. Here was a natural spring where the
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beautiful Leto is supposed to have spent an hour of love with Zeus, then giving birth to the twins
(didymoi in Greek) Artemis and Apollo. It has been the most important oracle site in Asia Minor,
its pronouncements to Croesus, Alexander the Great and other great kings altered the course of
human history.
The most dramatic feature is the ruins of Ionic Temple of Apollo which remains overwhelming,
both by its enormity and intricacy. The flawless carved marble – much of it suspended nearly 100
feet off the ground- represents a classical Greek exercise in perfection. This temple, measuring 51
by 110 meters, was the third largest structure of the Hellenistic world, being exceeded in size only
by those at Ephesus and Samos; however it outlasted them both.
The temple of Apollo (Didymaion), preeminently famous as an oracle site, was the largest and
wealthiest Ionic temple in Anatolia and was renowned for its holy relics, its treasury, its sacred
spring and sacred laurel grove. The temple attracted pilgrims, lovers, merchants and kings alike
for centuries seeking advice from the oracle of Apollo.
The famous Greek mythological gorgon; Head of Medusa and the Sacred Way can also be found at
Didyma.
Bafa Lake
Baka Lake was once connected to the Aegean Sea and was the remotest part of the deep Gulf
of Miletus. The lake was declared a national park in 1989 and covers 65 square km. Today,
approximately 224 bird species live around Lake Bafa. There are twenty different orchids and
endemic plants and with a number of various wildlife. The lake is 30 km to Didim.
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Ephesus
The ancient Metropolis devoted to the Goddess Artemis
“He who had laid eyes on it once will be convinced that the world of the immortal gods has moved
from the heaven to earth” said the ancient poet Philon who saw the Temple of Artemis in Ephesus.
Being the homeland of such masterpieces, artists and philophers throughout history, Ephesus
nurtured a succession of civilizations that shaped our world.
The Artemis Temple (one of the Seven Wonders of The World), Ephesus Theatre (with a capacity
of over 25.000 spectators), the Celsus Library, The Temple of Hadrian and The Curetes Street are
the spectacular attractions of this historical city. Ephesus is also the religious centre of the early
Christianity and today. St John’s Basilica is the primary feature of the holy architectures in this
ancient town.
House of Virgin Mary
Located on the top of the “Bulbul” mountain 9 km ahead of Ephesus, the House of Virgin Mary
enjoys a marvellous atmosphere hidden in the green. It is the place where Mary may have spent
her last days. Indeed, she may have come in the area together with Saint John, who spent several
years in the area to spread Christianity. In the 4th century AD, a church, combining her house and
grave, has been built at this site.
Miletus...Cradle of Philosophy
The ancient city of Miletus, the oldest and the most powerful of the 12 Ionian cities of Asia Minor,
reigned as the cultural, commercial and intellectual centre of Ionia. Western philosophy originated
in Miletus and it is the native city of Thales. The Miletus alphabet was accepted as the normal script
employed in writing ancient Greek. The World’s first coins were minted in this city and exact weight
measures were first established here in Miletus.
The site is also renowned as the first city to which the principles of modern town-planning were
applied.There are many well-preserved ruins to be seen at the site, including Delphinion Temple
(shrine as the protector of ships and harbours), theatre (originally built in the 4th century B.C and
enlarged to 15,000 capacity during Roman period), ancient harbours, Baths of Faustina, Roman
stadium, Byzantine church & castle.
Priene
Priene was the member of the Panionic League of Ionian city states, whose 12 members include
also Ephesus and Miletus. Priene is one of the first cities in the world to have its streets laid out at
right angles. Temple of Athena is the prime attraction in Priene. The architect of this temple was
Pytheos who also built Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, one of the 7 wonders of the world. The other
major structures are the theatre, bouleuterion (senate house) and gymnasium.
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İzmir Alsancak Port
“Cruise Tourism” is a rapidly developing
tourism type which targets the mass
of middle and high bracket income
tourists that bring high revenue to cities.
When it comes to “cruise tourism” in
our country, İzmir Cruise Port draws
considerable attention with its rising
performance for the last nine years.
Because tourism takes a very important
part in our Chamber’s vision for İzmir,
our Chamber has initiated an operation
to bring cruise ships to Izmir in 2004 with
the goal of “Tourism for 12 Months”.
Izmir takes place among the four biggest ports for cruise tourism in Turkey (İstanbul, Izmir,
Kuşadası, Marmaris) and ranks as the third biggest port in Turkey for cruise tourism according to
2012 statistics and first biggest port according to first three months in 2011.
Being in the tenth year of cruise tourism, Izmir expects 590.000 cruise passengers with 200 cruise
calls until the end of 2013. It is obvious that over the long term our present port can not response
to exigences of cruise tourism in our city. Therefore a new “İzmir Alsancak Cruise Port” project
will be started for the construction of a new cruise terminal which will serve our goal for “3 million
passengers” in a shorter time.
CONTACT DETAILS:
Operated By: General Directorate of Turkish State Railways (TCDD)
Address : TCDD Liman Isletmesi Mudurlugu İzmir – Turkey
Phone
: +90 232 463 16 00 / 463 22 52 / 421 00 81
Fax
: +90 232 463 22 48
IZMIR CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CONTACT : Mine Güneş / İzmir Cruise Port Representative
Address : Atatürk Caddesi No:126 35210 Pasaport / İzmir
E-mail
: mine.gunes@izto.org.tr
Phone
: + 90 232 498 42 90
Fax
: + 90 232 446 22 51
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Number of Cruise Voyages and Passengers to Izmir Port between 2003-2012
Years
Total Number of Cruise Voyages
Total Number of Cruise
made to Izmir Alsancak Port
Passengers visiting Izmir
2003
53.271
2004
3277.000
2005
2658.042
2006
94183.198
2007
122288.017
2008
128321.279
2009
127309.603
2010
141355.899
2011
272504.921
2012
286510.042
2648.176
2013 (as of 25.04.2013)
TOTAL
12592.659.448
İZMİR ALSANCAK PORT SPECIFICATIONS
BERTHING:
BERTH NO 1
2
3-4-5 7-8-9
CARGO HANDLED
Passenger Passenger Passenger, General Cargo Dry Bulk, Ro-Ro Passenger, General Cargo LENGTH(m)
140 190 400 372 DEPTH(m)
-8
-8.5
-9.5
-9
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PORT SPECIFICATIONS
IMO Port ID No : TRIZM-0008 LOCATION : 38° 25’ 00” N, 27° 09’ 30” E Quays : 3
Passenger terminals : 1
Anchorage : Yes Bunkering : Yes Duty Free shops :Yes Duration of clearance : 30 mins ATM at terminal :Yes Taxi rank : Yes
Maksimum draft : 10.5m
Min/Max stay : None Compulsory pilotage : Yes
Tug boats : Yes
Waste reception : Yes Car park : Yes (up to 100 buses)
Public telePhones : Yes Postal service at terminal : Yes
Potable water : Yes (150 tonnes/hr)
Direct and Connecting Flights from İzmir
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Bremen (BRE)
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Cologne Airport (CGN)
Dusseldorf (DUS)
Elazig Airport (EZS)
Ercan Airport (ECN)
Frankfurt (FRA)
Hamburg (HAM)
Hannover (HAJ)
Hatay Airport (HTY)
Istanbul (IST)
Konya Airport (KYA)
Mardin (MQM)
Munich (MUC)
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Nuremberg (NUE)
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Sabiha Gokcen Intl Airport (SAW)
Stuttgart (STR)
Vienna (VIE)
Zurich (ZRH)
Airline companies operating flights from Izmir and to Izmir
Atlasjet
Pegasus Airlines United Airlines British Airways
Germanwings Sun Express
İzair
Onuair
Lufthansa Turkish Airlines Belavia
SAS
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Saudi Arabian Airlines
Thomas Cook Belgium Airlines
XL Airways
About İzmir
Discover cultural heritage of the city…
Only 20 minutes away from Izmir Alsancak Port, you can
see many findings from Troy-Yutan and Hittite civilizations,
the tomb of King Tantalus and Megaron Style houses
belonging to 7th century B.C in Bayraklı (Tepekule-Izmir).
You can visit also Kadifekale (Pagos) where Alexander the
Great fell asleep under a tree and established afterwards
the new Izmir and other historical places and ruins like
Roman Agora, Konak Square, Clock Tower, Historical
Asansör (Elevator). You can take a walk around the most vivid centre of entertainment ad commerce Alsancak where
are situated many houses belonging to Greek, Armenian and Levantine families. You can shop from
chic malls or boutiques, you can dine in elite cafes & restaurants. In the city centre, you can visit
Kemeraltı Bazaar known as “The Biggest Agora, The Utmost Point of Ancient Silk Road” or “The
Oldest Bazaar Founded and The Oldest Port City Bazaar Trading Continuously in the World”.
Enjoy the sightseeing bus in İzmir…
Izmir offers you a sightseeing bus pleasure… The tour with its 17 different bus stops and information
with various language will take you to Kordonboyu, Alsancak, Agora, Old Town and Kemeraltı Bazaar
District.
Selçuk
Being one of the most important ancient city between 12 Ion
cities and the biggest archeological and cultural heritage of
Izmir, Ephesus was commercial, religious and cultural centre
of ancient time. In Ephesus you can find many remainings
of high cultural value belonging to Hellenic, Roman and
Byzantinian period. The Amphiteather of Ephesus is now used
for miscellaneous cultural activites within Ephesus Festival. The pilgrimage place for Christianity, The Virgin Mary’s House
is open in every season, winter or summer. Besides, you can
see Şirince, one of the well-preserved precious examples
of original city’s structure and civil architectural buildings in
Selçuk Village which is situated in the eastern part of Selçuk, 8
km away from Selçuk, an ancient Ottoman settlement of 19th
century. At the same time you can have breakfast, lunch or you
can watch wine making at ateliers, you can buy wines made
from grapes of the village.
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Pergamon Antique City
You can visit Pergamon considered as cultural, scientific and artistic centre of Hellenistic period
which has monuments belonging to Ion, Hellenic, Roman and Byzantinian periods. At the same
time you can see Asclepion, the centre of health and sacrifical area of Pergamon in the Hellenistic
Period. Asclepion is situated in the southern west part of Pergamon ancient city and only 1 km.
away from Pergamon. Besides that, you can visit also other interesting ruins like Çeşme, Alaçatı,
Urla, Menemen, Foça and Yeni Foça, Çandarlı, Sığacık, Birgi.
During your visit in Izmir, you can visit 12 Ion cities called as Erythari (Ildır), Klazomenai (Urla), Larissa
(Menemen), Panaztepe (Menemen), Temnos- Neonnikos – Nionithon (Menemen), Phokaia (Foça),
Aigaia, Kyme (Nemrut), Myrina (Aliağa), Gryneia (Aliağa), Pitane (Çandarlı), Teos (Sığacık), Lebedos
(Ürkmez), Ruins of Karaköse (Seferihisar-Doğanbey), Kolophon (Menderes-Değirmendere), Klaros
(Menderes-Ahmetbeyli), Notion (Menderes - Ahmetbeyli), Nymphaion (Kemalpaşa) and you may
see Hittitian reliefs and some ruins belonging to Metropolis ancient city situated in the west part
of Torbalı Province.
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Relax with recreation areas situated in the city centre or nearby the city…
You may have great time by sportive activities or having a walk in Izmir City (Urban) Forest, Pond
of Buca or Karagöl situated at the utmost point of Yamanlar Mountain, or in Kültürpark which is
the main recreation area of Izmirians and called as the most intensive green area in the city centre
thanks to its flora and tipical Mediterranean palm trees, with its sport and entertainment facilities.
If you wish, you may visit Bird Paradise and newly opened Zoological Garden in Sasalı or you can
observe birds in Foça Islands, Delta of Gediz, Islands of Ildır Golf and Delta of Küçük Menderes. In addition to these, you can pass an enjoyable day in daily recreation areas or places as Bozdağ
Gölcük Plateau, Ödemiş Subatan Plateau, Kozak Plateau which are 1 hour away from the Izmir city
centre and are suitable for plateau tourism.
Enjoy Spa- Massage- Sauna and Thermal Tourism
Have a great time in Izmir whether in Luxury Hotel’s refreshing spa facilities situated nearby the
city center or in traditional Turkish Baths for hundred years of traditional relaxing. “Agamemnon
Thermal” which is mentioned in Homer’s legends and in literary works of geographer Strabon, is a
place used for health and today this area is called as Balçova Thermal where hot water, mud bath
and mineral springs are avaliable.
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Balçova Thermal including accomodation facilites is very useful for physical treatment, upper
respirator infections, dermological infections and for patients suffering from nephritis, rheumatic,
metobolic, orthopedic, and neurologic diseases and sendroms as well as for progressed
complications related to mentioned diseases.
Visit Izmir Natural Life Park
Izmir Natural Life Park which is established on an area of 425.000 square meters at Sasalı, Çiğli
District, is one of the biggest natural life parks in Europe. You can find there the opportunity to see
more than 500 animals of 120 different species in the park. Besides, you can see 3000 trees and
250 plant types.
Refresh with the sun on the beaches of Izmir…
With its 629 km coastline to Aegean Sea, Izmır has 101 km natural beaches (sands). Thanks to her
geography containing peninsulas and bays, Izmır enables its visitors to do aqua sport activites. Beaches nearby Izmir
• Selçuk-Pamucak,
• Urla and Gülbahçe,
• Çeşme-Ilıca and Altınkum,
• Gümüldür
• Özdere
• Dikili and Çandarlı,
• Foça-Yeni Foça,
Easily and rapidly you can access the beaches by buses from Izmir city centre. Almost every hour,
there are possibilities to access every povince.
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Ege Ports – The Port of Kuşadası
Ege Ports developed a new port terminal facility in 2004. The facility is
designed in a contemporary style using traditional regional and local
building materials to add a sense of authenticity.
According to the UMA, in 2011 Ege Ports – The Port of Kuşadası was the
busiest cruise port in Turkey in terms of vessels received and passenger
arrivals. In addition, according to G.P. Wild International, Ege Ports was
the 16th most visited port of call in the Mediterranean with a total of more
than 648,000 cruise passengers and 62,000 ferry passengers in 2011. Ege
Ports – The Port of Kuşadası’s popularity is largely due its close proximity
to important world archaeological and historical sites. These include the
ancient city of Ephesus, which is a major tourist attraction and archaeological
site that is still undergoing excavations, and the House of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Ege Ports, with its two finger piers, can berth up to four large vessels or up to four small vessels
and two large vessels. Additionally, there are two roll-on/roll-off ramps and a quay to service ferry
traffic. The terminal building houses a duty-free shopping area, first-aid facilities, a passenger and
crew center (with Internet and international call access) and offices for ship and cruise operators
and tour agencies.
Ege Ports – The Port of Kuşadası was the first port in Turkey to be ISPS compliant and to receive
ISPS certification in 2004.
A moment walk away from the ships, a new shopping concept has been created, namely, the Scala
Nuova Shopping Centre; for the pleasure and convenience of the cruise passengers, crew and the
locals of the Aegean region.
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PORT SPECIFICATIONS:
IMO Port ID No: TRKUS-24455
LOCATION: 37º 51’ 48” N, 27º 15’ 18” E
Quays: 2 (1297m in total)
Passenger terminals: 1
Anchorage: Yes
Bunkering: Yes
Duty Free shops: Yes
Duration of clearance: 15 min
ATM at terminal: Yes
Taxi rank: Yes
Maximum draft: 19m
Min/Max stay: None
Compulsory pilotage: Yes
Tug boats: Yes
Waste reception: Yes
Bus park: Yes (up to 100)
Public Telephones: Yes
Postal Service at terminal: Yes
Fresh water supply: Yes ( 100 tonnes/hr)
CONTACT DETAILS:
Operated By:Ege Liman Işletmeleri A.Ş. (“Ege Ports”)
Address: Güvercinada Caddesi. No:2 Kuşadası 09400 Aydin District, Turkey
Phone: +90 (256) 614 15 81
Fax: +90 (256) 614 13 10
E-mail: info@globalports.com.tr
Website: www.globalports.com.tr
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About Kuşadası
Ephesus:
Distance to Ege Ports: 19 km / 11.8 miles
Ephesus is a spectacular ancient metropolitan city, which used to have
a population of 250,000 people. It is a Greco-Roman town, where the
excavations keep on going on for over 160 years and give the chance
to passengers to discover brand new sections of Ephesus.
For instance the Terraces of Ephesus opened their door in June 2006
and promise to make Ephesus the Pompeii of the Orient. Therefore,
although 65% of the passengers are repeaters, still over 80% of
them are going on tour when they visit the Port of Kusadasi. Ephesus
nowadays attracts over 1 million and 250 visitors ranking it to the 3rd
most popular site of Turkey.
The House of Virgin Mary:
Distance to Ege Ports: 27 km / 16.7 miles
The Holy Virgin Mary is supposed to have spent her very
last days in the little home up the Nightingale Hill, 30
minute’s drive from the port. Thus, since 1891 (date of
the discovery of the home) millions of Christian believers
consider this small in chapel as a pilgrimage. Moreover
the Basilica of St. John is another testimony of the
Christian past still living in this land.
Museum of Ephesus:
Distance to Ege Ports : 21 km /13 miles
The Museum of Ephesus is in the district of Selcuk, near Ephesus. It displays artifacts found in
the Ephesus excavations since 1964. The Museum gives a glimpse of the past grandeur of this
important ancient city.
The Basilica of St John:
Distance to Ege Ports : 22 km / 13.6 miles
One of the most beautiful Basilicas of the Christendom along with St. Sophia in Istanbul.
Temple of Artemis:
Distance to Ege Ports : 19.5 km /12 miles
This ancient temple, built around 650 BC and dedicated to the cult of Artemis, was constructed on
a site sacred to the Anatolian Mother Goddess, Cybele. Because of the enormous scale and great
beauty of the Greek temple, it quickly became one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Priene:
Distance to Ege Ports: 49 km /30 miles
The ancient city of Priene retains its widely renowned Hellenistic architectural features in spite of
the Roman invasion in the 2nd century BC.
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Sirince Village:
Distance to Ege Ports : 28 km / 17 miles
The Sirince Village is a historic enclave of about 600 inhabitants in Izmir Province, Turkey, located
six kilometers from Ephesus. Sirince was settled when Ephesus was abandoned in the 15th century
but most of what one sees today dates from the 19th century. The unique characteristic of this
quaint village is that its architecture features both Greek and Turkish styles.
Miletus:
Distance to Ege Ports: 66 km /41 miles
The ancient Greek city of Miletus was considered one of the wealthiest and greatest cities of the
ancient world. The extensive size of the ruins of the theatre suggests the scale of grandeur of this
once major port city of the Aegean coast.
Didyma:
Distance to Ege Ports: 76 km / 47 miles
Second only to Delphi, Didyma was one of the most renowned sanctuaries of the Hellenic world
with its famed oracle. Today, when a visitor steps into the temple with its high columns touching
the sky, the past glory and importance of the sanctuary immediately becomes apparent.
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Marmaris Cruise Port
Marmaris Cruise Port has been providing port services to all
major cruise lines since 2001 under a private management.
Marmaris is a hidden paradise for all cruise liners in Turkey and
the Aegean. Thanks to a sheltered natural harbour which provides superb protection from all wind
and sea conditions, berthing in Marmaris is pleasant and safe all year round.
TURKEY
BODRUM
DIDIM
KUSADASI
ANTALYA
IZMIR
ISTANBUL
: 90 NM
: 124 NM
: 156 NM
: 168 NM
: 262 NM
: 462 NM
GREECE
RHODES
AGIOS NIKOLAO
SANTORI
HERAKLION
MYKONOS
PIRAEUS
KATAKOLON
: 25 NM
: 157 NM
: 164 NM
: 182 NM
: 195 NM
: 274 NM
: 400 NM
EGYPT
ALEXANDRIA
PORT SAID
: 353 NM
: 391 NM
ISRAEL
HAIFA
ASHDOD
: 409 NM
: 431 NM
OTHERS
LIMASSOL
BEIRUT
: 282 NM
: 402 NM
AIR CONNECTIONS
Dalaman (DLM) : 80 KM
Bodrum (BJV) : 130 KM
Izmir A.Menderes (ADB): 250 KM
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Marmaris Cruise Port has two concrete block piers.
Pier No 1 : Length 134m / width 15m / min depth 7.50m / height above sea level 2.20m
Pier No 2 : Length 305m / width 15m / min depth 11.00m / height above sea level 2.35m
Marmaris Cruise Port complies fully with all the requirements of the ISPS code, providing a very
secure environment both for passengers and cruise vessels. Adjacent to the port is the coastguard
headquarters for South-West Turkey, with whom the Marmaris Cruise Port Security Officer has
constant dialogue regarding cruise traffic in Marmaris.
The newly renovated passenger terminal is located at the end of the pier and offers a wide
range of services and amenities for passengers such as public telephones, restrooms, tourism
information desk, immigration, health, security and customs offices. The terminal building is fully
air-conditioned and there are security X-ray machines and metal detectors for passengers and
luggage at the entrance.
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About Marmaris
Marmaris, the ancient Physcus, was an important town on the Anatolia-Rhodes-Egypt trade route.
The history of Marmaris dates back to 3400 BC and traces of different civilisations can still be seen
in the area. Due to its natural protective nature, the harbour has played an important role in naval
history and provided shelter to the fleet of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent during his conquest
of Rhodes in 1522. Admiral Nelson also assembled his fleet here before sailing to Egypt in 1798.
Today the town remains important as an attractive, modern holiday resort and the leading yachting
hub of the Eastern Mediterranean, with its marinas home to yachts from all over the world. The
port is 10 minutes scenic walk from Marmaris town centre.
DALYAN-CAUNOS
Rich in ruins and spectacular scenery, the western end of Turkey’s Mediterranean coast offers
a special experience in the ancient site of Caunos. The ruins of this ancient port date from the
Hellenic period (5th century BC).
To explore this fascinating area you’ll travel by caique (river boat) through the winding, reed-lined
Dalyan river delta, past the awe inspiring 4th century BC Lycian rock tombs, carved high in the
rocky cliff face, and eventually debark near the ancient Caunos harbor to wander among the ruins
of this great port. The Dalyan area is also a protected nature reserve and the home to many rare bird and plant
species. The beautiful stretch of golden sand, known as Turtle Beach, is one of the last refuges and
nesting ground of the endangered loggerhead turtle, Caretta Caretta. You can also take in the bustling village of Dalyan itself with it’s riverside cafes and traditional craft
shops, and local mud baths offer a rejuvenating dip before you leave…
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Ulusoy Çeşme Port
General Port Information
Name Of Port
: Ulusoy Çeşme Country
: Turkey
Province
: Izmir
Town
: Çeşme
Location
: Latitude 38° 19´ 30” N
: Longitude 26° 17´44” E
Local Time
: GMT +3 (Summer)
Contact Language
: English
Type Of Call Vessels
: Cruise, Ferries, Ro-Ro
Berth ;
1st Pier 2nd Pier : 323 m(Draft 8-16 m) for cruise ships and ferryboats.
: 213m ( Draft 9-16m) for Ro-Ro vessels. (It will be fully operative in 2014 )
Bunkering Availability : Yes
Rental Cars : Available on request
Repair Facilities
: Yes
City Maps
: Available in terminal
Tender Berthing
: Yes
Change Office : Available in terminal
Water Supply : Yes ATM : Within walking distance,400 m.
Waste Reception Facility : Yes
Internet Access
: Yes
Duty Free Shop : Yes Radio Call Chanel : Vhf Ch. 12&16
First Aid : Yes
Tide Movements
: Not of importance
Small Mosque : Yes
Distance to town : 1 km
Postage Service : Yes
Distance to Izmir : 85 km (Highway)
Cafeteria
: Yes
Distance to Int. Airport : 91 km (Highway)
V.I.P. Lounge
: Yes
Taxi Rank : Yes
Anchorage Area
: Yes
Tug Availability
: Yes
Parking Area
: Yes
Shuttle Service : Yes
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PORT PROFILE
• ISPS, ISO 9001-2008 certified.
• Safe approaching to the berth.
• Walking distance to central Çeşme through the marina.
• Year round attractions and activities.
• Safe and secure parking area for 70 buses and shuttle vehicles.
TOP REASONS TO CALL AT CESME PORT;
• Connected to Izmir and nearby historic places all via highway.
(Izmir 85 km, Airport 91 km, Ephesus 150 km, Virgin Mary 150 km)
• When calling at Cesme instead of Izmir, cruise ships will save 130 miles and 6-8 sailing hours.
• Competitive port fees.
CONTACT DETAILS:
Address : Ulusoy Çeşme Port
Celal ULAŞ Port Manager
Atadağ Caddesi No:2 35930
Phone:+90 232 712 87 49
Çeşme/Izmir/TURKEY
Fax : +90 232 712 04 27
Mesut CESUR General Manager
Mobile :+90 533 765 66 38
Phone :+90 216 333 44 44
E-mail :celal.ulas@ulusoysealines.com
Mobile :+ 0532 274 24 45
E-mail :mesut.cesur@ulusoysealines.com M/V Seabourn Spirit is at Ulusoy Cesme Port. (14 May 2013)
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About Çeşme
Çeşme is known as “Cysus” during the time of the Romans. It was port of the city of Erythrai and,
one of the 12 Ionian cities located in the Western Anatolia Region. Today, because of its wonderful
weather, natural beaches not only for swimming but also for wind surfing and all water sports, hot
springs and local cuisine Ceşme is well known in Turkey as a vacation spot, but it is also famous for
its fortress, museum, fountains, caravanserai, mosques, Haralambos church, and other historical
heritages that had been witness to the sea battle between the Ottoman and Russian empires in
1770.
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1-Çeşme Museum; it is just in walking distance (about 10 min). Çeşme’s Archaeological Museum is
housed within the castle and contains pieces unearthed during excavations carried out in Erythrai(Ildiri)
as well as in Çeşme town centre. 2-Church(Agios Haralambos); it is just in walking distance (about 15 min). The 19 th century Greek
Orthodox church of Agios Haralambos is used for temporary exhibitions. 3-Çeşme Fortress; it is just in walking distance (about 10 min). View the historic castle, expanded
and reconstructed by the Ottoman Sultan Bayezid II in the beginning of the 16th century, destroyed
by the Venetians in the 17th century, and restored again in the 18th century.
4-Caravanserai; it is just in walking distance.There is an Ottoman caravanserai built in the early
centuries of the Ottoman rule,that is in 1528 by order of Süleyman the Magnificent, and it is now
restored and transformed into a boutique hotel.
5-Çeşme Marina; it is just in walking distance(about 8 min). Çeşme Marina offers its expert services
which are complemented by the facilities of a five star hotel complex. Together with the beauties of
Çeşme, the services and luxury offered by Çeşme Marina; the yacht lovers will have a memorable
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holiday. Not just yacht lovers, other visitors will like Çeşme Marina as well because of its shopping,
restaurants and night life facilities.
6-Erythrai; Erythrai;it is just 20 min (23 km) by car.In the old ages, the urban center and the port of
the region was at Erythrae (present-day Ildırı), in another bay to the north-east of Çeşme.
The town of Çeşme itself lived its golden age in the Middle Ages when a modus vivendi established
in the 14th century between the Republic of Genoa, which held Scio, and the colony of Aydinids,
which controlled the Anatolian mainland, was pursued under the Ottomans. Export and import
products between Western Europe and Asia were funneled via Çeşme and the ports of this island.
Chios (Greece today) became part of the Ottoman Empire in an easy campaign led by Piyale Pasha
in 1566. In fact,the Pasha simply laid anchor in Çeşme and summoned the notables of the island to
notify them of the change of authority. After the Ottoman capture and through preference shown
by foreign merchants, the trade hub gradually shifted to İzmir, which until then was touched only
tangentially by the caravan routes from the East, and the prominence of the present-day metropolis
became more pronounced after the 17th century. In 1770, Çeşme became the location of the naval
Battle of Chesma between Russian and Ottoman fleets during the Russo-Turkish War (1768–1774).
Çeşme regained some of its former lustre starting with the beginning of the 19th century, when
its own products, notably grapes and mastic, found channels for export. The town population
increased considerably until the early decades of the 20th century, immigration from the islands
of the Aegean and the novel dimension of a seasonal resort center becoming important factors
in the increase.In recent decades,viniculture was for the most part replaced with the growing
of watermelons which stand for another association with Çeşme aside from the thermal baths,
surfing, fruits, vineyards, cheese, tourism and history.
7-Alaçatı; it is just 10 min (8 km) by car.Alaçatı is a characteristic landmark of Cesme; the only
region in Cesme that carries traces of the Byzantine civilization, the Anatolian Seljuks and the
Ottoman Culture. It is a charming place where you can see historic houses that are built from
pumice stone, walk along the cobblestone streets, see the renovated old houses. You will be able
to visit the Aios Constantinos Church which was constructed in 1874 and then converted into a
mosque and called Pazaryeri Camii –Market Place Mosque. If you are lucky to be there on Saturday,
you can experience the famous Alacati Market. You will have a cup of Turkish tea or coffee in one
of the local teahouses and then drive back to port.
8-Windsurfing is just 10 min by car.(in Alacati,8 km).
9-Kitesurfing is just 10 min by car (in Altinkum,5 km by car).
10-Scuba-diving is just 20 min by boat. (Donkey Island). 11-Beaches, Cesme has 29 km of shorelines,crystal clear waters,beautiful scenery and natural
beaches.Ilıca(5 km.), Altınkum and Pırlanta Plaji (Diamond Beach,5 km from the port) are the best
options to enjoy sun,sand and crystal clear waters.
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1- Ephesus; it is about 1h 15min by car. Ephesus is a commercial, religious and cultural center of
ancient times.You can find many remainings of high cultural value belonging to Hellenic,Roman
and Byzantine period.
2- The house of Virgin Mary; it is about 1hrs.15min by car.The pilgrimage place for Christianity.
3- Bergama; it is about 2 ½ hrs.by car.Bergama is considered cultural,scientific and artistic centre
of the Hellenistic period which has monuments belonging to Ionic,Hellenic,Roman and Byzantinian
periods.
4-Şirince Village; it is about 1hrs.30 min by car.Şirince,one of the well-preserved and precious
examples of original city’s structure and civil architectural buildings in Selçuk village which is
situated in the Eastern part of Selçuk.It’s an ancient Ottoman settlement of the19th century.
5-İzmir Clock Tower; it is about 50 min by car.It is a historic clock tower located at Konak Square
in the Konak district of İzmir.The clock tower was designed by the Levantine French architect
Raymond Charles Père and built in 1901 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Abdülhamid
II’s accession to the throne (reigned 1876–1909). The clock itself was a gift from German Emperor
Wilhelm II (reigned 1888–1918). It is decorated in an elaborate Ottoman style architecture.
6-Kadifekale; it is about 1 hour by car.Kadifekale (literally “the velvet castle” in Turkish) is the
name of the hill located within the urban zone of İzmir, Turkey, as well as being the name of the
ancient castle on top of the same hill.Both the hill and the castle were named Pagos ( Pagus under
the Roman Empire) in pre-Turkish times and by the local Greeks in modern times.The summit
where the castle is found is located at a distance of about 2 km from the shoreline and commands
a general view of a large part of the city of İzmir.
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7-Historical Elevator; it is about 1 hour by car.It is a historical building in İzmir’s Karataş quarter,
within the boundaries of the metropolitan district of Konak. It was built in 1907 as a work of public
service by a wealthy Jewish banker and trader of that period, Nesim Levi Bayraklıoğlu, in order to
ease passage from the narrow coastline of Karataş to the hillside, the elevator within the building
serving to carry people and goods through the steep cliff between the two parts of the quarter. In
time, the small street that led to the building also came to be known under the same name, Elevator
Street.In the 1940s, one of the residents of the street was the singer Dario Moreno, who was to attain
fame later.It was recently restored and since then, became one of the landmarks of İzmir. The street
was renamed Dario Moreno Street in memory of the singer.Currently, top of Asansör is one of the
most famous restaurants in Izmir.
8-Alsancak; it is about 1 hour by car.It is in the center of Izmir.You can take a walk around the most
vivid centre of entertainment ad commerce Alsancak where are situated many houses belonging to
Greek,Armenian and Levantine faimilies.You can shop from chic malls or boutiques,you can dine in
elite cafes&restaurants.
9-Kemeraltı Bazaar; it is about 50 min in the center of Izmir.Kemeraltı Bazaar known as ‘The biggest
Agora , The Utmost Point of Ancient Silk Road’ or ‘The Oldest Bazaar Founded and The Oldest Port
City Bazaar Trading malls,cinemas,cafes; Kemeraltı Bazaar seems to be a considerable shopping
place that meets all demands.You will reach value of cultural diversity of Izmir with its structure ,
squares,historical places like Kızlarağası Inn,religious places like Hisar Mosque,La signora,Şalom
and Algazi Synagogues.
10-Natural Life Park; it is established on an area of 425.000 square meters at Sasalı,Çiğli district.It
is one of the biggest natural life parks in Europe.You can find there the opportunity to see more than
500 animals of 120 different species in park.Besides,you can see 3000 trees and 250 plant types.
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BLACK SEA
Bartın Port
Port
: Amasra Port
Airport
: Caycuma Airport – 85 km / 120 min
Latitude
: 41° 41’ 11” N
Longitude
: 32° 13’ 43” E
UN/LOCODE
: TRBTN
Port Type
:Seaport
Port Size
:Small
Distance to City from the Port area : In the city center
Tourist Information Offices :Tourist Information Office located in Amasra
Tel
: +90 378.3152683
CONTACT DETAILS: ADDRESS : Kirtepe Mahallesi Hukumet Cad No 14 Bartin Turkey
Phone : +90 378 238 58 51
E-mail : bartinlb@denizcilik.gov.tr
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About Bartın
Bartin is the capital of the Bartin Province in Turkey’s Black Sea region, and is 80 km from
Zonguldak. Situated 14 km inland, on the banks of the Bartin River, the city has 59 km of shoreline,
with some excellent beaches. As it is located on the river it is an ideal starting point for boat trips,
enabling you to enjoy the stunning scenery of the city and its surroundings. Historically the city
dates back to 1200 BC and has been occupied by a number of civilisations. It is believed the first
civilisation to occupy Bartin was the Kaska (known as Gasgas in Turkey) tribe. In subsequent years
control of the city was taken by the Hittites, Frigs (Phrygians), Lydians, Persians, Macedonians,
Romans, Byzantines, Seljuks and Ottomans. Historic sites can be found both in plain view and
hidden away. You can see the ancient castle, churches, bedesten and seclusion cave (inziva cave)
within the centre of the city. If you go below the streets of the city you can discover the ancient
city’s forum, council palace, theatre, acropolis and necropolis. Elsewhere in this region you can
find historic sites in Amasra, Kurucasile and Cakraz.
AMASRA: In the Bartin province of the
Black Sea region of Turkey you will find
Amasra. Located on a peninsula the town
boasts 1.5 km of sandy beach, ideal for
swimming, and numerous hidden caves (as
you head towards Bartin). There are also
2 islands within easy reach of the town;
Buyuk Ada (Great Island) and Tavsan Adasi
(Rabbit Island).
Historically the town was located in the
Paphlagonia region, and was known as
Amastris. Throughout its history the town has been under the influence of many civilisations; such
as the Seljuks, Byzantines, Romans and Ottomans. These influences are reflected in the many
historic sites, situated amongst the area’s natural beauty. The fortress that sits atop the peninsula,
overlooking the town of Amasra, is one of the best places to visit if you wish to experience the
blending of these civilisations. The castle itself was built during the Roman occupation, with the
castle walls being constructed by the Byzantines and the gates being added by the Genoese (during
the 14th and 15th centuries). Within the confines of the fortress you will also find a Hamam (Turkish
bath) and the 9th century Byzantine church; which was converted to a mosque in 1460 under the
rule of Fatih Sultan Mehmet.
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Giresun Port
Giresun is one of the oldest settlement point of the region
which has touristic and historical places. Port which
started to serve in the year of 1959 is situated on the
eastern part of Black Sea. The port is protected by two
breakwaters and all kind of port activities are available.
AUTHORITY : Çakıroğlu Giresun Port Management
LOCATION : Eastern Black Sea Region of Turkey.
PORT SPECIFICATIONS
Coordinate: Latitude 40 55’N ; Longtitude 38 23’E
Berths
Pilotage Services
Certificates
Isps Code : Yes
Airport Location: 135 Km To Trabzon Airport
Ship Acceptance: 600 Ship/Year
Berth
Length(M)
Depth(M)
No.1
500
8.5
No.2
275
7,9
1 Tug Boat , 1 Mooring Boat
Iso 9001
Waste Reception : Yes
City Center: Port Is Located In The Middle of
The City Center
Services: Custom And Passport Control, Sheltering, Garbage Removal, Electric, Loading,
Discharging.
CONTACT DETAILS:
Address :Haydar Aliyev Cad. Agacalti Sok.No: 13 34457 Kirecburnu-Sariyer/ISTANBUL –TURKEY
Phone : +90 212 2237246
Fax : +90 212 2234320
Website :www.cakports.com
Vecdi Vardis – General Manager
E-mail :v.vardis@cakports.com
Tolga Ergun – Asst.General Manager
E-mail :cakports@cakports.com
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About Giresun
LAND OF NATURE, HISTORY AND HAZELNUT
Giresun is an area where nature is as beautiful as the sea. It is considered to be the Jewel of the
Black Sea. The history of Giresun dates back as far as 350 B.C. and has been home to various
empires. Before the Roman period the Scythians, Milutacians, Persians and Cappdocians all
inhabited the area. After the Romans it was dominated by the Byzantium Empire. After the 13th
century the Trabzon Roman Empire occupied the area for a small period until the Seljuk and then
the Mogol’s dominated the area. With the invasion of Trabzon by Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror in
1461 Giresun became Ottoman territory.
With its outstanding environment, untouched vegetation and beautiful highlands, Giresun has
always been an area that has adorned its visitors. Giresun and its outskirts is home to the worlds
best quality hazelnuts. Not only that but also 70% of all hazelnut production in the world comes
from the area. The Giresun castle, mosques, churches, fountains and its traditional buildings are
just some examples of how history has not changed Giresun, but it has remained original to its
roots and past. Some of these examples are listed below:
GIRESUN ISLAND
One of 2 islands in the Black Sea.
Due to this fact the island has a long
history and is even mentioned in
Greek Mythology. In the mythology of
the Golden Fleece it is believed that
Hercules and his friends had stopped
over and spent time at Giresun Island.
There are also historical remains
of walls build in the time of Alexius
II, towers and monastary remains.
There is also a roofless temple which
is attributed to the Amazons. A large
black spherical stone called the Hamza rock is believed to have some magical properties. The rock
is supposed to represent the Earth Mother Cybele. On the 20th of May each year there are festivities
held here where wishes are made and with small conoes tours around the island is made.
GIRESUN CASTLE
The castle is placed directly in the city centre, access to it both by foot and by car is very easy.
In ancient texts the castle is referred to as the “Bronz Wall Castle” and was probably built during
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the time of the Pontus King Pharnakes I. During the 1300’s it was also one of the last strongholds
of the Trabzon Roman Empire agains the Turks. So in 1301 the Trabzon Roman Emporor Aexuis
II had the castle repaired. The castle also has the monumental tomb of the National Strife Hero,
Topal Osman Aga.
GIRESUN MUSUEM (GOGORA CHURCH)
The church was build in the 18th Century and is currently being used as a musuem. It is located by
the main road, next to the shore. In the musuem there are historical artifacts, sculptures, historical
weapons, clothing and money.
Catholic Church (Children’s Library): The church was build according to 18th century Gothic
arcitecture. Still today it is originally kept. ,
VIRGIN MARY CHURCH: A rock-cut temple built in the early years of the spread of Christianity. The
church is also known as Panaia and Surp Sarkis.
ŞEBİNKARAHİSAR VIRGIN MARY MONASTARY: This monastary dates back to the Byzantium era
and is built into a cliff. The monastary includes a dormatory, classrome, church, kitchen and a
fountain.
NATURE WALKS: The Karagoller Daglari which is 60 km’s outside of Giresun is a beautfil area for
walking. There are various courses for various age groups in this area.
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Samsun Port
In 3500 B.C and together with the structuring of the city of
Samsun, as of this date the region where there is Samsun
Port now has been used as natural port of that time.
In 1910, survey projects were made by English Engineering
and Organization as the first serious port attempt; however they could not be put into practice
because of First World War. Between 1926 and 1944, maritime trade services were provided with
7 wharfs founded in the region that lived the terms of wharfs. On 29.01.1944, it was transferred to
order of General Directorate of State Ports Management and again at the same date to General
Directorate of State Railways Port Management (its name at that period).
On 01.03.1944, It was started to be operated actually with the purchased sea transport vehicles with
and without machines. On 29.07.1953, it was transferred to TCDD with law no. 6186. Between 1953
and 1963, the port came into activity by carrying out pier and dock constructions. In 1990, industry
dock came into activity. On 16 May 2008, Ceynak Lojistik ve Ticaret A.S. gained operating right for
36 years by giving the highest offer (USD-125.200.000) in the tender carried out by Directorate of
Privatization Administration. As of 01.04.2010, the name of the port was changed as Samsunport
Samsun Uluslararası Liman Isletmeciligi (International Port Management)A.S.
Samsunport is the biggest port of Turkey in Black Sea region and also the only port has a Railway
Connection in Black Sea, Storage and port services are provided within 350.000 sqm port area of
445.000 sqm . In Samsunport, there are with 500.000 m/tons storage capacity steel Grain silos,
Modern warehouses and and for both suitable to handle(storage and dispatch)cargoes up to 3
million Tons general cargo storage areas.
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PORT SPECIFICATIONS
Working Hours : 24 Hours
Total Length Of Quays : 428 M.
Min And Max Draft : 9 M. /13 M.
Min/Max Duration Of Stay : None
No. Of Quays : 11
Availability Of Tug Boats : Yes
Duty Free Store : Yes
Duration Of Clearance : 20 Min
Hospital : 3 In 5 Km Radius
Taxi Rank : Yes
Potable Water Supply: Yes (30 T/ H)
Lat: 41 º 18 ‘ 00 “ N
Long : 36 º 22 ‘ 00 “ E
First Aid : Yes
Cafeteria : Yes
Rental Cars : Available on request
Internet Access : Yes
Passenger Terminals : Yes
Compulsory Pilotage : Yes
Anchorage Availability : Yes
Bunkering Availability : Yes
Car Park : Yes
Public Phones : Yes
Dist. To Carsamba Airport : 10 Km.
Dist. To Central : 0.5 Km.
Bus pary : yes for 10 bus
Waste Reception Facility : Yes (Liquid & Solid)
Small Mosque : Yes
Repair Facilities : Yes Duty Free : Yes
Postage Service : Yes
Anchorage Area : Yes
ATM : Within walking distance,400 m.
Radio Call Chanel : Vhf Ch. 12&16
Main Port
Dock numbers 1-2-3-4-5 have a total length of 776 meters and a draft of 7,5 to 11 meters.
Dock number 6 has a length of 180 meters and a draft of 6 meters
Dock numbers 7-8 have a total length of 400 meters and a draft of 7,5 meters.
Industry Pier
Dock numbers 9-10-11 have a total length of 400 meters and a draft of 12,5 meters.
Dock number 12 is Rail ferry Ramp, suitable for 1435 and 1530 mm rail trucks.
CONTACT DETAILS:
Address : Samsunport Samsun Uluslararası Liman İşletmeciliği A.Ş.
Liman Mah. Rıhtım Cad. 55100 İlkadım/Samsun
Phone : +90 362 445 14 00
Fax : +90 362 445 14 08
Bedir Yıldırım-Port Manager
bedir@samsunport.com.tr
M. Halit Bezek-Terminal&Operation Manager
halitbezek@samsunport.com.rt
mobyl : +90532 312 73 08
E-mail : info@samsunport.com.tr
Website : www.samsunport.com.tr
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About Samsun
Samsun was a little settlement place, which built by one of the lon city - states, Miletosians
(Millet) and named as Amisos between the years of 750 - 760 BC. After them Samsun dominated
by Persians, Macedonians, Pontus, Romans, Byzantine’s, Danişment’s, Seljuklians and Ottomans.
Samsun take important place in Türkiye history with Mustafa Kemal Atatürk’s step on Anatolia at
the date of 19 May 1919, due to commence national struggle.
To see
• Samsun Archaeology and Ethnography Museum
• Atatürk Museum
• Gazi Museum
• Havza Atatürk House
• İkiztepe Tumulus:
• Tekkeköy Caves: It is located within the borders of Tekkeköy District, 14 kilometres east of
Samsun. There are big and small pits and caves on rocks alongside the valley watered by Fındıkçay
and Çınarlı streams.
• Bafra Asarkale and Rock Graves: It is located within Kızılırmak Valley, 30 kilometres south west of Bafra District and close to Altınkaya Dam. Asarkale belongs to the Hellenistic Age and built
for defense. It is thought that three graves made by chipping the main rock belong to the same
period.
• Büyük Mosque
• Yakakent and ÇamLake: Yakakent is 84 km east of Samsun city centre and Çam Gölü place seven
km west of Yakakent have unique natural beauty with natural beaches, clean sea, hills covered by
pine trees. There are pensions and camping places in county centre and shores of Çam Lake.
AlaçamGeyikkoşanShore: it is shore site of Alaçam county that county placed at 78 km west of
Samsun. There are natural beaches consist of large sands. Pensions take place at shore. Bafra
Shores: county that 51 km away from Samsun, shores has natural beaches covered by large sands.
• Tekkeköy: Tekkeköy take place at east of Samsun. Çarşamba and Terme counties shores have
natural beaches with large sands too. On that shore band there are summer resorts, beaches and
restaurants present.
• THERMAL RESORTS (Havza Thermal Spring)
• SPORTING ACTIVITIES (Water Sports: Samsun has long shore band, two large riverand 4 dams
on that rivers, and lots of natural lakes, and a big potential related to water sports. Line Fishery: line
fishery is possible at along the cities long shore, in 4 dam lakes built on Kızılırmak and Yeşilırmak
rivers, Kızılırmak, Yeşilırmak and in delta lakes which formed at reaching to sea place of Terme
rivulet, Ladik Lake and other lots of small lakes of city. Air Sports: There is a club, which arranges
sportive air activities at Samsun. In this club slope parachutist, motorised plane pilot, parachutist,
glider pilot, sail wing pilot, motorised parachutist training’s are given.
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Sinop Port
Sinop is located in the mid-point of Black Sea Region of Turkey
and Sinop Port is the most closest port to Ukraine because of
its located peninsula on the farthest northern point of Turkey.
Sinop Port is one of the most rarely natural ports of the world.
It is the only shelter able port of the Black Sea region in strong weathers. Sinop is the center of
tourism with unpolluted air and natural beauties.
AUTHORITY : Çakıroğlu Sinop Port Management
LOCATION : Mid Black Sea Region of Turkey.
PORT SPECIFICATIONS
COORDINATE : Latitude 42 01’N ; Longtitude 35 09’E
BERTHS
BERTH LENGTH(m) DEPTH(m)
No.1 139
6,4 - 13,5
No.2
130
6,4 - 13,5
SHIP ACCEPTANCE
400 ship/year CERTIFICATES ISO 9001
ISPS CODE
YES
WASTE RECEPTION
YES
AIRPORT LOCATION
7 km to Sinop Airport
CITY CENTER
0,5 km to Sinop City Center
SERVICES: Custom and Passport Control, Sheltering, Garbage Removal, Electric.
CONTACT DETAILS:
Address :Haydar Aliyev Cad. Agacalti Sok.No: 13 34457 Kirecburnu-Sariyer/ISTANBUL –TURKEY
Phone: +90 212 2237246
Fax : +90 212 2234320
Website :www.cakports.com
Vecdi Vardis – General Manager
E-mail :v.vardis@cakports.com
Tolga Ergun – Asst.General Manager
E-mail :cakports@cakports.com
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About Sinop
A MYSTERIOUS LAND, WHERE HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY WERE BLENDED
City of Sinop is a wonderland with its unique natural beauty, long beachs, sweet blue surrounding
sea, green forests and deep ( blue ) bays on the both sides of the peninsula.
There are series of 28 water falls in the Sinop-Erfelek Forests. Each of these water falls on Şami
Stream is of different height and the pool of its own along the same valley.
In the City of Sinop which is more than 4000 years old, you can follow up the Ottoman, Seljukies,
Byzantium, Roman, Greek and Pontus periods.
The Castle, founded in 2000 BC by the Local tribe Gaska, and the Temple of Serapis, older than
the Castle, might have seen the Noah’s Flood. Author Robert D.Ballard from National Geographic
Society, searches the Noah’s Ark around Sinop.
World wide famous philosopher Diogenes was born in Sinop around 412 BC. Diogenes of Sinop
was exiled from his native city and move to Athens. Along with Anthisthenes and Crates of Thebes,
Diogenes is considered one of the founders of Cynicism. No writings of Diogenes survived even
though he is reported to have wrote a number of books.
THE WALLS OF SİNOP
The walls of Sinop were built in 2000 B.C. and they were rebuilt by the Greeks, Pontus, Romans,
Byzantine, Seljuks and Otoman times.
MEDRESSEH OF PERVANE
It was built in 13 Century ( 1262 ) by the Seljuki Vizier Süleyman Pervane by the memory of the City’s
freedom by the enemy.
BALATLAR CHURCH
It belongs to the Byzantium period. It was built in a huge area and has got an atrium and cross
shape symmetrical plan.
HAMSILOS FJORD
It is a composition of natural-ecologic atmosphere with the sea and Land hunting, the reach
greenry, the sea and the sand.
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ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM
In the musuem, works of Romans, Byzantium, Seljuks and Ottoman periods are being exhibited.
WATERFALLS
42 km from Sinop are the Erfelek Tatlica Waterfalls consisting of 28 waterfalls spread out over 2km
in a narrow and wooded valley.
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Trabzon Port (AlPort)
Port of Trabzon, initially built by Pontus at the site of Maloz.
However,due to the locals ınterest, during BC 117-119, rebulit at the
Customs Office site. By carving out rocks. During Ottorman Empire
period. A port and berth construction initiated by area commander
Hasan Pasha, at the site of old berth and construction was completed
at 1903 by Governer Mazhar Pasha Port of Trabzon was one of the most important ports Ottoman
period. Construction of the new posrt started on 8 July 1946 and become poerationnal on 25 July
1954. The port was operatinal wishout any interruption until 1978 with ir’s original formation,
however due to the gowth of ship traffic, an expansion and modernisation became neccery and the
port reached existing situation at 1990 after ten years of modernisation work.
PORT SPECIFICATIONS
LOCATION
Port Of Trabzon, operated by Trabzon Liman İşletmeciliği A.Ş. and governed by Trabzon Port
Authority, located wishin the lines connecting main wave breaker ( 41 00, 29,, N-39 45, 00,, E) light
house and secondary wavw breaker ( 41 00,18,, N-39 41,55,E)
CAPACITY
1.Handling: 10 million ton / years
2. Storage: 5 million ton/ years
3. Ship Accaptane: 2300 per/ years
4. Continer Handiling Capacity: 350.00 ton/ years
5. Container Storage Capacity 300.00 ton/ years
WAVE BREAKERS
A-Main Wave Breaker: 1135 m.
B-Secondary Wave Breaker: 380 m.
BERTHS
Berth
Berth no: 1
Berth no:2
Berth no:3
Ro-ro Berth
Berth no:4
Berth no:5
Berth no:6
Berth no:7
Berth no:8
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Length (m)
30
400
580
25
290
200
120
300
200
Height (m)
1.80.1.90
1.80.1.90
1.80.1.90
1.25
1.80.1.90
1
1
1.50-1.60
1.50-1.60
Depth (m)
9-10
9.5-10.5
9.5-10.5
9.5-10.5
12-13
2-5
2-5
6
6
STORAGE AREA
Location
Warehouse
Powed Open Storage
Cowarage (m2)
13.000
230.00
Volume (m2)
56.000
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EQUIPMENT LIST
Equipment
Portal Crene
Mobil Crane ( Container)
Mobil Crane ( Wheeled)
Mobil Crane ( Tracked)
Stacker
Forklift
Wheel Loader
Trailer Towing Vehicle
Trailer
Dumper Truck
Pnetumacic
Quantity
10
2
7
4
2
8
13
8
10
10
2
Capacity (TON)
3, 5, 10, 13, 25
100, 140
10, 25
4.5, 10
40, 45
3, 5, 10, 25, 33
0.6, 0.8, 1.6
8, 9
20, 25, 40, 44
25
80, 200 Tps
Capacity (m2)
50.000
400.000
MARINE BOATS
a-Tup Boat : 2(800-1250 HP each)
b-Pilot Boat : 1 (770 HP)
c-Mooring Boat : 2(180 HP)
PILOTAGE AND TUGBOAT SERVICES
Pilotage and tubboat services are prowided on
24 hour basis.
The rules of Trabzon Port are as follows.
• The ships with Turkish Flag 1000 GT and
foreign ships with 150 GT and above have to be served by a pilot captain.
• The ships with 2000-5000 GT should be served with one tugboats.
• The ships with 5001-15000 GT GT should be served with2 tugboats.
• The ships with 15.000 GT or should be served with 3 tugboats.
CONTACT DETAILS
Address : İskenderpaşa Mah. İskele Cad. TRABZON
Phone : +90 462 377 60 50-60 +90 462 377 60 53
Fax : +90 462 377 60 70 - +90 462 377 60 62
E-mail : mermis@al-port.com
Website : www.alport.com.tr
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About Trabzon
Port of Trabzon has an extensive hinderland, including North eastern port of Turkey, whole
Caucasus, Iran and Trabzon is an Important international and national trade, transporttation and
tourism center connected to the interior of the country by hisghwasys in an excellent manner
Trabzon and the Port, Where Sea Meets History
Trabzon, located on the historical Silk road became, a melting pot of religions, lamguages and
cultures for centuries and trade gateway to Iran at the, east, Russia and Caucasus at the North.
Venetian and Genoese paid visit and slod silk, linen
and woolen fabric. During Ottoman Period Trabzon,
because of importance of port, became focal point of
trade to Iran, India, Russia and Coucasus.
Silk Road and Trabzon
Historical Silk Road, for almost 2000 years hosted the
caravans Carrying richness of the east of the to the
west, connects two continents and theree sea basins,
In addition to being trade route connecting Asia to
Eupore, Silk Road ensured cultural exhange between
civilizations. Silk Road, started in China and folowed
different routes after Central Asia, the northern route
reached Trabzon and precious goods of the east
shipped from the port destined to Europe.
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Modern Silk Road an Port of Trabzon
Trabzon is located at the cost of Black Sea Wihichas
uninterrupted connection with the oceans and situated
in a strategic point which is a ageway of a transit route
leading to Iran, Russia and Central Asia, Trabzon plays
an important role connecting these countries to Europe
and international markets.
Hagia Sophia Mosque
Uzun Lake
Ortahisar
Sumela Ruins
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Rize Port (Riport)
Situated on the coast of Black Sea.
General and dry bulk cargo handlend in the port.
- The Deepst Quay of Eastern Black Sea
- The Most Available PortTo Growth
- The Nearest Port City of Georgia
- The Only Provincal Customs Trade of Tea
- The Larges Inland Transportation of Age Tea,
Dry Tea,Ore Coal and Petroleum in the Region
PORT SPECIFICATIONS
Location : Lat: 41 03 N Long:40 34 5 E
Anchorages : Off the breakwater.
Pilotage : Compulsory vhf channel 16.
Towage : Two tug, one pilot boat and one mooring boat at port.
Agency : Ripar A.S (Rize International Port Shipping Apency)
OFFICIAL UNITS
- Rize Port Administrative Control Officer
- Customs Directorates
- Presercation Directorate of Rize
- Cashier of Rize Customs Accountancy
- Police Deparment of the Sea Port of rize
- Passport Office and Authority of Security Agencies
- Coastal Health Directorate
- Provincial Directorate of Agriculture
MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT
Coles Mobile Crane ( 2 )
- Krupp Mobile Crane ( 1)
- Bobcat Mini Loader (3)
- Sennebogen Material Handling Machine (1)
- Super Ruston Bucyrus 30-RBCrane (1)
- Ruston Bucyrus 30-RB Crane (1)
- Forklift of 10 tons (1)
- Forklift 5 tons (1)
MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT
- Harbour tug of 800 Bhp (2)
- Warp engine of 220 Bhp (1)
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Generator of 630 Kwa (1)
Electronic weighing of 100 tons (2)
3 Loader with bandwidth of 250 m ( Capacity of 250 tons / hour (1)
Sweeper vacuum machine (1)
Bunker ( Capacity of 250 tons / hour (1)
Ship loader ( Capacity of 250 tons / hour (1)
PHYSICAL & TECHNICAL CHARECTERISTICS
Dock/ Scaffold
Dock/ Scaffold
Berth
Lenght (m)
Passenger & G. Carco , Ore
200
Passenger & G. Carco
200
Ro-Ro Quay
30
Passenger & Small Vessels
130
Fisherman Quasy
270
Dock/ Scaffold
Water Depth (m)
12
10
6,5
10
3
CARGO HANDLING FACILITES
The only argo exported is copper concentrate. Some wood products are imported.
HANDLING EQUIPMENT
1 X 400 m belt, 1 x 100 t weighting station, 1 x 300 t, 1 x25 , 2 x 10 t mobile cranes, material handling
machine and mini loader available at port
CONTAINER FACILITIES
Unavailable. To be carried soon.
BULK HANDLING FACILITIES
Shore cranes used.
STORAGE AREA
The port has 6 ware with a total undercover storage of 20,000 tons for copper extract only and 2000
sqm A-class general antrepo
OPEN STORAGE
170,000 sq.m
CONTACT DETAILS:
Address : Riport Plaza Menderes Bulvarı - Rize Limanı / Rize
Phone : +90 464 223 53 53 pbx - +90 464 223 45 68 pbx
Fax : +90 464 223 55 55 / +90 464 223 56 56
Shipping Agency : ripas@rizeport.com.tr
E-mail : lojistik@rizeport.com.tr; riport@riport.com; info@rizeport.com.tr
Website: www.riport.com.tr - www.rizeport.com.tr
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About Rize
The city of Rize is built around a small bay on the Black Sea_coast, on a narrow strip of flat land
between the sea and the mountains behinde. The coastal strip is being expanded with landfill and
the city is growing up the step hillsides away from the coast. Rize enjoys a mild, extremely wet
climate, vulnarable to storms comig off the Black Sea and therefore the surrounding countryside
is rich with vegatation and is attracting more and more visitors every year. Rize is a center for
processing and shipping the tea grown in the surrounding area.
Tea was introduced in the region in the 1940s and 1950s,changing the region’s destiny,the city has a
tea research institute founded in 1958 and tea gardens are the main sight in the town’s panoramic
view. Tea and kiwifruit plants are even planted in gardens around the town. The secondary activity
is fisging. Rize is linked by road with Trabzon (41 miles 66 km west), Hopa ( 55 miles 88 km east, on
the Georgian border, and Erzurum (north). The nearest airport is in Trabzon.
The economic structure of Rize is based primarily around its geographic location. Rize is a very
mouantainous city, making industrial development difficult an impractical. Given the lack of air and
rail transit, most goods have to travel by truck or ship, which makes exporting and importing more
difficult. Rize’s primary trading partner is Trabzon, the most developed city of norheas Black Sea
Region. Rize’s main exports are agriculturally based; tea and kiwi fruit are among its most popular
commodities.
Rize has an oceanic climate (köppen climate classification: Cfb) with warm summers and cool
winters. Snowfall is guite common between the months of December and March, Snowing for a
week or two, and it can be heavy once it snows. Rize and the esastern part of Blach Sea coast it is
situated in, has the highest precipitation in Turkey with an annual precipitation averaging around
2.500 millimeters, with heavy and evenly distributed rainfall the years round. The Turkish Black Sea
as a whole, receives the greatest amount of precipitation in Turkey an is the only region of Turkey
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that receives hing precipitation throughout the years. The water temperature like in the whole
Turkish Black coast always cool and fluctuates between 8 °C an 20 °C throughout the years.
CITY OF RİZE TOURISM FESTIVALS
• Rize Tea Festival Rize Last week of June
• İkizdere Çağrankaya Tourisim Festivities İkizdere 3rd week of August
• Anzer Honey Festivities Anzer 4th week August
• Pazar Culture Art and Shortsts Festival 20-26 August
• Ardeşen Atmaca 53th Festival 20-26 August
• Çağrankaya Highlanf Festival 20-26 August
• Çayeli Culture and Art Festival 20-26 August
• Animal and Merchandise Fair 10-12 september
• Hazelnut and Tourism Festival 21-23 July
• Rize Mountaineering and Tourism Feast 9-15 July
• Agriculture- Stockbreeding and Milk Festival 2-9 July
SITES OF INTEREST
Andon and Çamlık forest recreation areas, Ayder, Cimil, Çat Başhemşin, Ovit and Palovit plateaus,
Ayder hot springs Andon and Şimşirli mineral springs Rize, Çayeli and Pazar (Kız Kulesi) castles,
Kale-i Bala, İslam Pasha, Gülbahar, Cafer Pasha mosgues.
Museums:
• Rize Museums Address: Rize Tel: (464) 214 02 35
• Ethnography Museums Address: Müftü Mah. Kirazlık Sok. No:2 Rize Tel: (464) 213 04 29
Castles:
The Rize Castle constructed in 14th century by Geneese, the ZirCastle, the Kale-i Bala and Ciha
Castle ara the castles located in the borders of the province.
Mosgues:
The histroical kosgues located in the pravince of the province of Rize could be counted as;
• Gülbahar Mosgue
• İslam Paşa Mosgue
• Cafer Paşa Mosgue.
Thermal Spring:
Ayder Thermal Sprşng is the most impartmant thermal springs of the country. The Andon Mineral
water which is located 20 km. distance to the province of Rize attaracts the interest of the local folk.
The waters of the mineral water spring are colorless, screntless and clear.
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Also the minerak spring waters of İkizdere- Şimşirli Minerel water and Çayırlı Mineral water are
known to cure various diseases.
Waterfalls:
Ağaran Waterfall
Highlands:
• Çamlıhemşin- ayder Thermal Spring and Tourist Center-ayder Higland
• Çamlıhemşin-aşağı and Yukarı Kavgan Higlands
• İkizdere-anzer (ballıköy) Higlands Tuurist Center
• İkizdere-çağırankaya Higland
• Thermar Hotel
National & Natural Parks:
Kaçkar Mouantains National Park
Ornithology Areas:
Eastern Black Sea Mountains
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MARMARA SEA
Çelebi Port of Bandırma
Çelebi Port of Bandirma is located in the south of Marmara Sea
which is connected to business and industry centers of TurkeyIstanbul, South Marmara and Aegean District. Çelebi Port of
Bandirma has a strategic commercial position with wide hinterland
and rational investments.
Çelebi Port of Bandirma has a big share of foreign trade in Turkey due to the wide hinterland standing
from Central Anatolia to Aegean District. The port operates 7/24 with its modern infrastructure,
experienced and specialized staff, rich content of equipment (bulk and liquid bulk) and 5 terminals
(general cargo-roro-passenger terminals).
RoRo traffic 250.000 vehicles/year
Çelebi Port of Bandirma facilitates north-south Ro-Ro vessel traffic through Marmara Sea. The port
has been serving regular daily Ro-Ro vessels between Tekirdag-Istanbul with 5 berths. Annually
250.000 vehicles/year have been transported from Istanbul and Europe to South Marmara and
Aegean District by Çelebi Port of Bandirma.
Passenger Transportation 1,2 m passengers/year in Çelebi Port of Bandirma
Çelebi Port of Bandirma facilitates combined passenger transportation as the port is the center
of land, air and sea transport and closer to Istanbul. Regular passenger transportation vessels
between İstanbul and Bandırma transport 1,2 millions of passengers per year and Çelebi Port of
Bandirma has 14.600 m2 parking lot.
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Pilotage and Towage Services
Çelebi Port of Bandirma is providing pilotage and towage services to whole South Marmara vessels
by three pilots and specialized staff. The port has 2.973 metres long berth which is the longest
berth of South Marmara. The port has been covered with two piers having 500 m and 1.000 m
lengths that allow to provide quality and on time service to the clients.
PORT SPECIFICATIONS
Coordinates
40º 25’ 45” N & 27º 57’ 50” E
Handling Cargo Types Container, Bulk and General Cargo, Ro-Ro, Passenger
Handling Capacity Container (Teu/year)
350.000
Bulk&Liquid Bulk and
General Cargo(Ton/year)
16.000.000
Vehicles700.000
Passengers2.000.000
Total Port Area
268.348 m²
Warehouse
9.100 m²
Customs Area
99.908 m²
Car-Truck Parking Lot
14.600 m²
Berth specifications
Length
2.973 m.
Maximum Draft
12 m.
CONTACT DETAILS:
Address : Mehmet Akif Ersoy cad. Çelebi Bandırma Limanı 10200 Bandırma/BALIKESIR
Phone : +90266 714 04 04
Fax : +90266 714 03 03
E-mail : info@portofbandirma.com
Website : www.portofbandirma.com
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About Bandırma
Bandırma is an important coastal town at the South of Marmara Sea, located around a port with
the same name. The town is at a convenient 2 hours distance from İstanbul, İzmir and Bursa, three
major cities of our country. Bandırma is easily accesible through land, sea and air transport. The
town is connected by land to the Aegean and aouth via Balikesir, to the rest of Anatolia and İstanbul
via Bursa and to Thrace region via Çanakkale.
Bandırma and its surroundings promise a rich touristic potential. World renowned Manyas Lake
National Park(also known as the Bird Paradise, a national preservation park for birds with an A
class certificate from the European Council) Kyzikos and Daskyleon archeological excavation sites,
nature tourism at Kapıdag Peninsula, sea tourism at Erdek and Avşa and thermal toruism at Gönen
and Manyas.
Bandırma is adorned with several historical buildings that bring us a glimpse of the past such as;
•The ancient city of daskyleion; the acient city of Daskyleion is located some 30 kilometres South
of Bandırma, at the Southeast shores of Bird Lake. Persians came in 4-5 BC and took control of
Daskyleion like the rest of Anatolia and the city became an important political center.
•The ancient city of Kyzikos; A glorios settlement of its time, Kyzikos was located at the North of
Kapıdağ Peninsula (South of Marmara Sea), at the 10 th kilometer of Erdek- Bandırma main road,
encompassing a largeare including Aşağıyapıcı, Hamamlı, Belkıs and Düzler villages.
•Erdek; One of the oldest centers of sea tourism in Turkey and only 20 minutes from Bandırma,
Erdek stil holds an important touristic potential.
•Gönen-Manyas; Two leading toruristic centers with natural thermal spring, both Gönen and
Manyas are only 30 minutes from Bandırma.
•Kapıdağ; one of the main components of a successful tourism industry is tranportation and
Bandırma remains one step ahead of the game thanks to its convinient location and facilities.
•With a stunning landscape and natural beauties, Kapıdağ promises a great potential in nature
tourism.
•Bird paradise national park; Located at the northern shor of Bird Lake, Bandırma Bird Paradise
National Park is a spectacular naturel wonder. Recent researches revaled an impressive diversty
of at lesat 255 specias.
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İstanbul Salıpazarı Port
Istanbul Port is the marine area in Istanbul Strait, made of the line joining Anatolia and Turkeli
Lanterns on the north and starting from the cape Kefedalyon to location at the gulf on the south
at 3,8 miles distance, having the lines joining latitude 40.52.30 north, longitude 029.13.80 east
and latitude 40.48.40 north, longitude 029. 09.00 east.Port services are supplied in Karaköy and
Salıpazarı quays. General Directorate of Turkish Maritime Organization is in a position to render the following
services which are among those stipulated in the articles of association, in line with profitability
and efficiency principles as per the legislation regulating its field of activity;
• Sheltering services to the passenger and tourist ships berthed at the port,
• Terminal and auto park services to the cruise passenger ships,
• Lounge services
• Supply of water to Turkish and foreign ships,
• Construction and management of mooring buoys,
• Pilotage, tug boat and mooring facilities,
Having been authorized to carry out the above services our Organization also meets the optional
port services such as motor boat services, provision of floating cranes, pontoons, dredgers,
equipment, equipped divers, supply of electricity to the ships, telephone lines connection, video
camera services upon demand.
TECHNICAL DATA
Length and average depth of quays in Port of İstanbul QUAY
LENGTH M.
DEPTH M.
Karaköy
5237-10
Salıpazarı
627 10
Height of the Karaköy quay from sea level :
Height of the Salıpazarı quay from sea level :
50-80 cm
2-2.5 m
Endurance Strength of the Karaköy quay :
Endurance Strength of the Salıpazarı quay :
2 tons / square meters
2 tons / square meters
CONTACT DETAILS
Address : T.D.İ. A.Ş.GENEL MÜDÜRLÜĞÜ
Phone : +90212 252 21 00
Fax : +90 212 244 34 80
Website : www.tdi.com.tr
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About İstanbul
Istanbul, historically known as Constantinople is the largest city in Turkey and 5th largest city
proper in the world with a population of 12.8 million, also making it the second largest metropolitan
area in Europe by population, and the largest metropolitan city proper. Istanbul is also a megacity,
as well as the cultural, economic, and financial centre of Turkey. The city covers 39 districts of the
Istanbul province.
It is located on the Bosphorus Strait and encompasses the natural harbour known as the Golden
Horn, in the northwest of the country. It extends both on the European (Thrace) and on the Asian
(Anatolia) sides of the Bosphorus, and is thereby the only metropolis in the world that is situated on
two continents. Istanbul is a designated alpha world city.
Istanbul is one of the oldest cities in the world. For most travelers, there are several key things that
they simply must do in Istanbul. Following are the top ten:
1. Enjoy the Local Cuisine
2. Shop at the Grand Bazaar
3. Enjoy the Turkish Baths
4. Visit Istiklal Street
5. Enjoy the local color of Anadolu Kavagi
6. See Topkapi Palace; For nearly 400
years, Topkapi Palace was home to the
Ottoman sultans. Here, in addition to the
amazing architecture and gardens, you
will see swords and daggers, royal clothes,
carpets, textiles, ceramics, jewels, armor, and many other wonderful
treasures.
7. Visit the Hippodrome; The Hippodrome, on the square next to
Sultan Ahmet Mosque, was built 480 meters long by 117 meters
wide and could contain 100,000 people. This massive amphitheater
occupied a very important place in Byzantine life. In Roman times,
the chariot races were major social events. In Ottoman times, the
hippodrome hosted polo games as well as circumcision ceremonies
of the crown princes.
8. See the Egyptian Obelisk; During the Roman era, in 390 A.D., this
column was brought to Constantinople (now Istanbul) from Egypt.
The Emperor, Theodosius, placed this obelisk on a square pedestal
in the center of the Hippodrome. The reliefs on the pedestal depict
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Emperor Theodosius watching the races
in the hippodrome and how he erected
the column. Egyptian hieroglyphics on
the column itself tell of the sacrifices that
Egyptian Pharaoh Tutmosis made to the god
Amon-Ra.
9. Stand at Point Zero; This stone, standing
at the corner opposite to Hagia Sophia, was
known during the era of the Eastern Roman
Empire to indicate the center of the known
universe.
10. Cruise the Bosporus
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MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Alanya Port
Alanya Cruise Port sits in a picturesque harbour on the Turkish
Riviera, overlooked by the spectacular medieval castle which
sits atop a rocky peninsula. It is a touristic port of call easily
accessible for ships sailing in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean, lying on routes connecting
the ports of Greece, Egypt, Israel, Lebanon, Syria and Cyprus. The port is in the heart of the city,
enclosed and well sheltered by a 200m high promontary. Its purpose-built terminal serves only
cruise ships and Kyrenia-Alanya fast ferries.The 533m long jetty can accommodate cruise ships
300m in length with 8.5m draft, and offers easy berthing for tender boats. Ships may anchor 3 to 4
cables south east of the jetty, where depths range from 15 to 20 m. A 2000 bhp, 30 ton bollard pull
tug boat is also available.
The terminal includes an air-conditioned passenger
lounge, Customs, Immigration, Port Health, caferestaurants, and shop. Free wireless internet is
available. The commercial centre of Alanya is only a
few minutes’ walk from the terminal. Banks and the
post office are within 10 minutes’ walking distance.
Alanya Cruise Port operates continuously, including
national and religious holidays. The Port does not face
any congestion, or shops that don’t open on Sundays.
There is no cargo, vehicle ferry or naval traffic in Alanya. In the event of adverse weather conditions,
ships may divert to the nearby port of Antalya.
31 cruise ships and 37 fast ferries called at Alanya in year 2012, bringing a total of 37,000 cruise
passengers and 7,000 ferry passengers to the port. Alanya Cruise Port is a member of The
Association of Mediterranean Cruise Ports since 2002, and ISPS compliant since 2004.
Antalya International Airport is 125 km from the port of Alanya, 90 minutes drive via a direct
motorway. Gazipasa Airport opened for international flights in 2011 is only 45 km, 30 minutes by
road from the port of Alanya. Alanya Cruise Port is operated by ALIDAS Co. Inc., under an agreement
made with the Turkish government in December 2000 for a period of 30 years.
CONTACT DETAILS
Address : Alanya Cruise Port ALIDAS Carsi Mh.
Iskele Meydani 07400 Alanya, Turkey
Phone : +90 242 513 39 96
Fax : + 90 242 511 35 98
info@alanyacruiseport.com • www.alanyacruiseport.com
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About Alanya
Visited by 2.5 million holidaymakers every year, the Turkish Riviera town of Alanya is a member of
both the “European Association of Historic Towns and Regions” and the “Walled Towns Friendship
Circle”. Alanya’s Castle, Dockyard, Red Tower and Alarahan Caravanserai were added to the
UNESCO’s World Heritage Tentative List in 2009.
Alanya was first settled in the Paleolithic Age, about
20,000 years ago. Known as Coracesium by the 4th
century B.C., according to legend it was a gift from
Marc Anthony to Cleopatra. The city reached its most
glorious historical peak under the Seljuks when, in
1220, Sultan Alaeddin Keykubat made this former pirate
hideout his winter residence and a naval base for the
empire. A thirteenth-century fortress still crowns the
headland while the octagonal Red Tower and ancient
shipyard dominate the harbour.
The weather is sunny and warm all year round, providing
for a nine month vacational season with an average sea
temperature of 22° C. Some of the excursion possibilities
of the region very rich in remains of ancient cultures
and natural beauties are: Alanya Castle, Archaeological
Museum, Damlatas Cave, Dim Cave, Dim River, Alarahan
Caravanserai, Manavgat Waterfall, Koprulu Canyon, ancient
cities of Side, Aspendos, Perge, Anemurium and Mamure
Castle. The picturesque bazaar, which is closed to traffic and open until midnight, is a paradise of
handicraft shops. The restaurants on the waterfront promenade, together with cafes, bars, clubs,
tavernas and discos in the harbour district ensure a very colourful and vibrant nightlife.
Skyball Cup Tournament, Carricature Contest & Exhibition, Tourism & Arts Festival, Jazz
Festival, Stone Sculpture Festival, Documentary Festival, Beach-Volleyball Cup Tournament,
Beach-Handball Cup Tournament, Beach-Football Cup Tournament, Streetball Cup Tournament,
Mountain-Bike Competition, Triathlon Championship, Swimming Marathon are the international
organizations held in Alanya every year. Alanya’s sister cities are: Gladbeck (Germany), Schwechat
(Austria), Fushun (China), Boras (Sweden), Talsi (Latvia), Trakai (Lithuania), Keszthely (Hungary),
Spindleruv Mlyn (Czech Republic), and Almunecar (Spain). Alanya is the gateway to a landscape of
long sandy beaches, idyllic coves, canyons, rivers and caves, and to the rich culture, archaeology
and hospitality of the Mediterranean region of Turkey.
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Alanya Castle was built in the 13th century, following the
Seljuk conquest under Sultan Alaaddin Keykubat I. There
are 6.5 km of walls, with 93 towers, 140 battlements and 400
cisterns. The Inner Fortress stands 250 metres above sea
level, and offers spectacular views over the town.
The Red Tower is an impressive 35 metre high octagonal
tower. It was built, at the beginning of the Seljuk period, to
protect the Dockyard. This most famous building of Alanya is one of the
finest examples of medieval military architecture. Inside the Red Tower,
the Alanya Ethonographic Museum features the history and heraldry of the
tower and the town.
Alanya Dockyard and Arsenal were completed after the Red Tower, in about
1228. The Dockyard was the Seljuks’ Mediterranean naval base. They are
best viewed from ships and boats in the harbour.
Alanya Archaeological Museum includes bronze, marble, ceramics, glass
artefacts, mosaics, works of art, traditional belongings, guns, handicrafts, pots, pans and a replica
of an old Alanya room. The garden is dotted with interesting items, including a corner dedicated to
olive oil production in the Roman period. Damlataş Cave is 30 metres long and 15 metres high, covering an area of 200 m2. It has a marvellous
vista, formed by numerous stalactites, stalagmites and columns.
Alarahan Caravanserai (38 km) is the most famous and best
preserved Anatolian caravanserai. It is a unique and exceptional
architectural masterpiece. It stands beneath Alara Castle,
across the road from the cool Alara River, and hosts traditional
entertainment.
Manavgat River and Waterfall (63 km) is a popular summertime
destination. Near the waterfall, shaded tea gardens and cafes provide
pleasant resting places and somewhere to dip your feet in the cool
water.
Side (66 km) was an ancient Pamphylian city. It is situated on a
small north-south peninsula near to Manavgat. The ruins, amongst
the most important in Asia Minor, include gates, temples, baths, a
colonnaded street, a nymphaeum and a large theatre.
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Aspendos (94 km) was an ancient Pamphylian city. It has the best preserved ancient theatre in the
world. With a diameter of 96 metres, the theatre provided seating for 15,000 people. Other Roman
ruins stand close to the theatre.
Koprülü Canyon (120 km) is a National Park. This valley of wild beauty,
rich in flora and fauna, is a centre for rafting. Restaurants specialise
in fresh trout.
Perge (122 km) was established around 1500 B.C. St Paul visited the
important Roman city, and reputedly preached his first sermon there.
It is a fascinating site for enthusiasts of archaeology.
The Taurus Mountains divide the Turkish Riviera from the Central Anatolian Plateau. With peaks
rising up to 3,700 metres above sea level, the limestone landscape offers many opportunities for
hiking, mountain climbing and caving. There are many interesting villages, restaurants and picnic
places, and various different Jeep Safari tours.
The Dim River (12-20 km) is a popular summer destination.
Upstream, 20 km to the north east of Alanya, rafting is offered.
Downstream, many restaurants and picnic areas offer the chance to
swim in cool meltwater.
Dim Cave (14 km) is one of the most beautiful and interesting caves
in Turkey. It is 357 metres long, and has a small lake towards the far end.
Iotape (40 km) is a Roman city. The ruins include baths, an acropolis, a church, a necropolis and a
small harbour. It provides a beautiful backdrop for swimming in the sea.
Sapadere (50 km) offers a cool and refreshing walk through a spectacular canyon and the
opportunity to swim in ice cold meltwater. Restaurants offer traditional local food.
Gazipaşa (50 km) is famous for its bananas and oranges. It stands on a narrow strip between the
Mediterranean Sea and the Taurus Mountains. Its quiet beaches are used as nesting grounds by
sea turtles.
Anemurium (120 km), the ruins of an ancient city dating back to at least 400 B.C., lies by the coast
on a breezy cape. Visiting is a must for anyone who is interested in the Roman period. Mamure Castle (130 km) is a well-preserved 13th century castle. It contains an ancient mosque,
with a minaret, which is still open for prayer.
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The Port of Antalya
Port Akdeniz – The Port of Antalya is a multipurpose port with
separate harbours for cruise ships, container ships and bulk cargo
vessels as well as a yacht marina. It is widely regarded as being
one of the seaports with the highest developmental potential in
Turkey today. Occupying more than 136,000 m² of area in a part
of Turkey that hosts millions of tourists a year and whose tourism and trade continue to grow
rapidly, Port Akdeniz is the biggest and best-equipped seaport along the 700-km Turkish AegeanMediterranean coast stretching from İzmir in the west to Mersin in the east.
In July 2010, the sole owner and operator of Port Akdeniz – The Port of Antalya became Global
Ports Holding. The company made vast investments. The old terminal building was completely
renovated; and a new 1000 sqm A/C room was finalized in a couple of months. Necessary x-ray
machines at the exit and entrance of the luggage room and the terminal building were added in
order to create a safe and secure operation. Port Akdeniz hosted totaly 60 cruise calls in 2012, 34
of them being home port operations.
Because of the capacity and convenience of its own yacht basin facilities, Port Akdeniz also plays an
important role in domestic and international yacht tourism along the Turkish Mediterranean. The
primary target of the company was to position Port Akdeniz as a turn-around port in the Eastern
Mediterranean.
Since Global Ports Holding acquired Port Akdeniz – The Port of Antalya, it has begun to host larger
cruise ships making turnaround operations and the number of cruise passengers it serves has
steadily increased.
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PORT SPECIFICATIONS:
IMO Port ID No: TRAYT-0005 / TRAYT-0004
LOCATION: 36° 50’ N, 030° 36’ 5’’ E
Quays: 3 (510 m (200 m, 170 m, 140 m))
Passenger terminals: 1 (709 m²)
Anchorage: Yes
Bunkering: Yes
Duty Free shops: Yes
Duration of clearance: 15 min
ATM at terminal: Yes
Maximum draft: 9.20m
Compulsory pilotage: Yes
Waste reception: Yes
Public Telephones: Yes
Potable water: Yes ( 20 tonnes/hr)
Taxi rank: Yes
Min/Max stay: None
Tug boats: Yes
Bus park: Yes (up to 100)
Postal Service at terminal: Yes
Airline companies operating flights from Antalya and to Antalya
Adria Airways, Aeroflot, Air Astana, AirBaltic, Air Bashkortostan, Air Berlin, Air Bucharest, Air
Mediterranee, Air Moldova, Air Onix, Alitalia, Arkefly, Atlasjet, Aurela Charter, Austrian Airlines,
Azerbaijan Airlines, Belair, Belle Air, Borajet, Bulgaria Air, Condor, Corendon Airlines, Corendon
Dutch Airlines, EasyJet, Edelweiss Air, Enter Air, Europe Airpost, Finnair, FlyGeorgia, Freebird
Airlines, Georgian Airways, Germanwings, Hamburg Airways, Holidays Czech Airlines, I-Fly, Jat
Airways, Jetairfly, Jettime, Kolavia, Livingston, Lufthansa, Luxair, Monarch Airlines, Moskovia
Airlines, Neos, Niki, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Novair, Onur Air, Orenair, Pegasus
Airlines, Polet Airlines, Primera Air, Onur Air, Pegasus Airlines, Red Wings Airlines, RusLine,
S7 Airlines, SAMair, SCAT, Sky Airlines, Small Planet Airlines, SmartLynx Airlines, SmartWings,
SunExpress, Tailwind Airlines, TAROM, Tatarstan Airlines, Thomas Cook Airlines, Thomson Airways
Transaero Airlines, Transavia.com, Travel Service Airlines, TUIfly, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine
International Airlines, Ural Airlines, UTair Aviation, VIM Airlines, Wind Rose Aviation, Wizz Air
Ukraine. Hub for: Corendon Airlines, Freebird Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Sky Airlines, SunExpress
CONTACT DETAILS:
Operated By:Ortadoğu Liman İşletmeleri A.Ş.
Address: Port Akdeniz, Büyük Liman Mevkii 07070 Antalya , Turkey
Phone: +90 (242) 259 13 80
Fax: +90 (242) 259 11 83
E-mail: info@globalports.com.tr
Website: www.globalports.com.tr
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About Antalya
Antalya accounted for 11 million tourist arrivals in 2012, about 35 percent of the number of tourists
that came to Turkey that year. Silvery beaches, 647 blue-flag coves dotting 630 kms of coastline,
hotels, golf resorts and archeological sites make Antalya the capital of the Turkish tourism industry.
Perge
Distance to Port Akdeniz: 20 km / 13 miles
In the 12th BC the region called Pamphylia (meaning the “land of all tribes”) developed from the
wave of Greek migrations. Four great cities rose to prominence in Pamphylia: Sillyon, Aspendos,
Side and Perge, which became its capital and represents one of the best ruins of the Mediterranean.
Aspendos
Distance to Port Akdeniz: 45 km / 28 miles
Aspendos was an ancient Greco-Roman city, which was founded in 1000 BC. It was one of the
earliest cities to mint coins and began issuing coinage around 500 B.C. Aspendos is known for
having the best-preserved theatre of antiquity.
Side
Distance to Port Akdeniz: 75 km / 46 miles
Side is one of the best-known classical sites in Turkey. The name Side is Anatolian in origin and
means pomegranate. Possessing a good harbor for small boats, Side’s natural geography made it
one of the most important trade centers in the region.
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Sillyon
Distance to Port Akdeniz: 30 km / 20 miles
Sillyon was an important fortress and city in Pamphylia. This distinctive town was built on a flattopped hill, rising above the plains. Sillyon was settled in the 4th century BC and it survived not just
the Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine and Seljuk eras.
Kaleici (City Center)
Distance to Port Akdeniz: 5 km/ 3 miles
About 20 years ago, the historic quarter of Kaleici was renovated. It is now one of Ottoman grandeurs,
with wooden framed manses and homes embracing colourful garden courtyards.
The Hadrian Gate
Distance to Port Akdeniz: 5 km/ 3 miles
It is a triumphal arch, which was built in the name of the Roman emperor Hadrian, who visited
Antalya in 130 A.D. According to the legend, Sultan Belkis, the Queen of Sheba, passed under those
gates and enjoyed a happy day in the palace in Aspendos on her way to visit King Solomon.
The Hidirlik Tower
Distance to Port Akdeniz: 5 km/ 3 miles
It is a landmark tower, where Kaleici
meets Karaalioglu Park. It is believed to
be built in Hellenistic era on a square plan
and later turned into circular tower in 2nd
century AD during the Roman period.
Kesik Minare (Broken Minaret)
Distance to Port Akdeniz: 5 km/ 3 miles
The Kesik Minare was originally built as
a Roman temple in the 2nd century AD.
Later in the 600s, it was converted into a
Byzantine church in honor of the Virgin
Mary. During the Seljuk period, the church
was converted into a mosque by adding
the minaret that we still see today.
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Yivli Minare (Fluted Minaret)
Distance to Port Akdeniz: 5 km/ 3 miles
This is one of the first Islamic buildings of Antalya and became the symbol of the city. The first
building (1230) was a Byzantine church and was converted into a mosque around, during the
Seljuks.
The Antalya Museum
Distance to Port Akdeniz: 5 km/ 3 miles
More than 5,000 archaeological works are displayed including the Prehistory section, the Gallery
of Gods, the Sarcophagus Gallery and exhibitions featuring the Byzantine, Seljuk and Ottoman
periods.
The Duden; The Kursunlu; and The Manavgat Falls
Distance to Port Akdeniz: 15 km/ 9 miles
The town counts more than twenty of waterfalls pouring down the slopes of the Tauros. The loveliest
of these are the Duden Falls, the Kursunlu Falls and those of Manavgat 3 km north of the town.
Olympos
Distance to Port Akdeniz: 90 km/ 54 miles
The former city of Olympos was founded in the Hellenistic period. The city was described by Cicero
as an ancient city full of riches and works of art. Olympos became one of the six leading cities of
the Lycian federation.
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Sagalassos
Distance to Port Akdeniz: 100 km/62 miles
The first Westerner to see the ruins of Sagalassos P. Lucas (1706) wrote that he seemed to be
confronted with remains of several cities inhabited by fairies. During the mid-nineteenth century,
W. Hamilton described it as the best preserved ancient city he had ever seen. Sagalassos is
promising to be the “Ephesus” of the Southern part of Turkey.
The Burdur Archaeological Museum
Distance to Port Akdeniz: 120 km/75 miles
This beautiful museum houses major finds from Sagalassos located a short drive from the site in
Burdur. In 2008, the Burdur Museum was nominated for the European Museum of the Year Award.
St. Nicholas Church
Distance to Port Akdeniz: 130 km / 80 miles
St. Nicholas Church, Demre is an ancient Byzantine Church. It is most notable for being the burial
place of St. Nicholas of Myra.
Rafting
The mountainous geography and numerous rivers in the Antalya region create exhilarating whitewater rafting appropriate to all levels.
Golf
Officials expect to double the number of courses in Turkey by 2010 to 21, up from 11 in 2005 (three
are in Istanbul and the remainder are in Antalya). Several clubs have created their very own sweet
spot along the shores east of Antalya, in the secluded hills of Belek.
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Limak Port İskenderun
The Limak Group began its operations in the construction field with Limak Construction in 1976 and
subsequently added tourism, energy, cement and technology sectors to its repertoire of activities
by developing and expanding steadily and firmly into the success it enjoys today.
Our construction group has successfully completed highly important strategic projects both in this
country and abroad for many years. Our tourism group owns one of biggest hotel chains in Turkey,
it is growing virtually daily as a result of its increasing contribution to our national economy and
its successful marketing. The Limak Tourism Group continues development in many regions of
Turkey and Cyprus with new hotel projects, including the Limra, Arcadia and Atlantis hotels in
Antalya and the Ambassadore hotels in Ankara.
With ten cement factories in Siirt, Sanliurfa, Diyarbakir, Gaziantep, Bitlis, Mardin Derik, Ankara,
Balikesir, Kirklareli and İstanbul Ambarli the Limak Cement Group plays an important role in the
creation of employment and the economic revival in the Southeastern Anatolia region. In energy
production, which is among the most basic requirements of our country, the Limak Energy Group
has developed and is continuing to develop many projects of strategic importance - primarily in
renewable energy resources.
LimakPort (Latitude 36° 35’ N,Longitude 36° 10’ E) Iskenderun is located in the North East of the
Mediterranean Sea. It serves the Southeast, East Anatolian regions as well as transit traffic to the
Middle Eastern countries. The port is connected to the national railway system as well as highway
connection.
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Port Advantages
• Easier commute to Hinterland and industrial regions via truck and rail such as Gaziantep,
Kahramanmaraş, Malatya, Elazığ, Mardin, Şanlıurfa etc.
• A gateway to Iraq, Iran, Syria, Turkmenistan, Afghanistan etc.
• Competitive tariff
• Faster connection to East Med and North Africa regions.
CONTACT DETAILS
Address : LİMAKPORT İskenderun Uluslararası Liman İşletmeciliği
5 Temmuz Cad. Sonu Hatay/İskenderun
Phone : +90326 626 16 00 (Pbx)
Fax : +90326 614 0048
Website : www.limakports.com.tr
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About İskenderun (Hatay)
Antakya, known biblically as Antioch (Antiocheia) and more recently as Hatay, is the chief town of
the frontier province of the very same name in southeastern Turkey. The province lies about 30 km
from the Mediterranean in the alluvial plain of the Asi (the ancient Orontes) at the foot of Mount
Habib Neccar (ancient Mons Silpius), and it is surrounded by large expanses of olive groves.
The climate conditions being conducive to productivity, the fertile Antakya region has been luring
migrants to the region throughout history. The city was also famous as a center of artistic, scientific
and commercial activities in the Hellenistic world, a few remnants of which still remain. Iron is still
mined in this area and Hatay is an important transportation link between Syria and other parts of
Turkey. The most convenient ports for suitable routes to Mediterranean from Mesopotamia are
also located in this region. With its current faith tourism centers, ancient cities steeped in history
and beautiful landscapes, the province of Hatay is off the beaten track, but a detour definitely worth
its while.
The prime reason you should visit Hatay is the Antakya Archeology Museum (Antakya Arkeoloji
Müzesi), which houses a world famous collection of Roman and Byzantine mosaics. Stunning
jewelry, statues, tombs and archeological findings belonging to various periods discovered at
the excavations executed in Harbiye, Antakya, Aççana, Çevlik and Iskenderun are exhibited in the
museum.
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A little outside the city is the holy site where St. Peter`s Grotto is situated. The cave church, where
St. Peter preached and founded the Christian community, was declared as a holy place by Vatican
in 1983. The Iron Gate of Antioch is to the south of the grotto among the ruins of the city. The Castle
of Antioch offers a panoramic view of the city.
At Harbiye, 8 km beyond Antioch, you can delve into history and mythology as you visit the ancient
city where Apollo fell in love with Daphne, and Mother Earth, in order to save Daphne, turned her
into an elegant tree. The story weaves on further to say that the waterfalls of Harbiye were formed
from the tears of Daphne.
Take a swim at Samandag to cool off from the hot and humid Antakya weather, or walk in the
footsteps of St Paul and St Barnabas at the ancient city of Seleuica Pieria, 6 km south of Samandag.
This city was a busy port at the time when St. Paul and St. Barnabas made their first missionary
journey from here. The most interesting monument here is the Tunnel of Titus, which is a huge
canal, dug for the purpose of diverting waters of Orontes River. Another highlight here is the rock
tombs with their impressive facades relating to the Hellenistic period.
Take a drive to the Kapisuyu village and from the Zeus Temple, you get a breathtaking view of the
harbor, golden beach and lush, fertile plain lying below.
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Mersin Port
Mersin International Port
There is one port in Mersin, Mersin International Port (MIP) that
caters for the needs of international trade and tourism in the
region. Located in the heart of the East Mediterranean Turquoise
sea coast, MIP is a don’t miss stop on any cruise ship’s route in
the Mediterranean.
There are regular sea trips from Mersin to North Cyprus, Lebanon and Egypt by roro-passenger
ships. Mersin, which is also known for fresh agricultural products mainly fruits such as oranges,
banana and strawberry, offers to gourmets a rich menu of gastronomy throughout traditional and
modern restaurants located along the sea coast and downtown, ranging from fresh meat and
Mediterranean sea food, fish cuisine specialties. Other attractions include modern and traditional
shopping centers, a wide choice of cafés, famous Turkish Ice Cream tastes and delights in the city;
In the nearby surroundings, Capadoccia, Saint Paul’s sacred place in Tarsus, historical sites and
ruins in the nearby provinces such as Antakya, Gaziantep (Zeugma mosaic) .
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Passenger terminals
Available
Total port area
1,110,000 sqm (total 21 berths available in total)
Port purpose
Multi purpose port serving:
All types of cargo ships, container ships, roro ships,
passenger cruise ships.
Port location
Walking distance to city center and traditional shops
Working hours
24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days of the year
Passport and customs control
Available
Car park
Available
ATM
Available at Gate A of the port
Public phones
Available in the port at cruise berth no. 1
AmbulanceAvailable
First Aid
Available
Security 24 hrs and CCTV cameras
Available (Fully ISPS compliant)
Hospitals
Available in 3 to 5 km radius
Public Taxi
Available at port exit
Distance to Adana airport
69 Km
Fresh water supply
Available
Duty Free Store
Not available
Waste reception facility
Available
Tourism office
Available at 200m disctance from the port
Min/Max duration of stay
No restrictions
Towing boat service
Available
Pilotage Available
BunkeringAvailable
Total length of cruise ship quay
Quay 1 : 152m (max. ship length allowed 175m)
Quay2-3 : 275m (max. ship length allowed 275m)
Min. And Max draft of cruise vessel quay 9-10 m
Passenger ships connections to
Regular Roro-passenger ships to North Cyprus
Regular Roro-passenger ships to Egypt
CONTACT DETAILS
Address :Mersin Uluslararası Liman İşletmeciliği A.Ş.
Yenimah 101. Cad 5307. Sok. No:5 33100 Mersin - Turkey
Phone : +90 324 241 29 00
Fax : +90 324 329 20 77
Website :www.mersinport.com.tr
E-mail :info@mersinport.com.tr
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About Mersin
A single port with many alternatives: Mersin
Mersin, the rising star of world tourism is set on a long cost at the eastern end of the Mediterranean.
The sun shines 300 days a year in Mersin, hence in the ancient world the city was called
“Solipompeopolis” in the meaning of “Sun City”.
Refresh yourself in Mersin
1,6 million people living in Mersin welcomes their guests from all over the world with orange
flowers. As an important place in the production of citrus fruits, fresh vegetables and table grapes
and thanks to its marvelous beaches along the coastline of 321 km, Mersin offers its guests the
opportunity to refresh themselves.
A starting point to discover the Ancient World
The first settlements in Mersin, which is known as Cilicia in ancient times, go as far back as the
New Stone Age. It is still one of the important ports of the Mediterranean and the center of maritime
commerce just as it was during ancient times. As a settlement place of dominant powers since
Neolithic Period, Mersin hosts lots of archaeological and historical monuments.
Land of legends and destination of belief tourism
The Seven Sleepers Cave is considered by many religions to be a secret place where seven young
believers converted to Christianity and slept for 309 years. Maiden Castle, which is built by the king
in order to protect his daughter, is one of the other famous legends in this land.
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Saint Paul, one of the leading figures of Christianity lived in this land and it is possible to visit St.
Paul’s Church and Well during your visit to Mersin. Hagia Theokleia Church built around 50 B.C.
and Tomb of Prophet Daniel is also located in Mersin.
Mersin offers different alternatives
Mersin is a gateway to Zeugma Mosaics (275 km.), to St. Pierre Church that is one of the oldest
churches of the Christian World (260 km.) and is the closest port to the Fairy Chimneys of Cappadocia
(280 km.). The region is not only the history but also offers different alternatives to its guest with
its climate and geography. Offering unforgettable experience such as rafting and bird watching at
Göksu River; hiking at Taurus Mountains; beaches besides historical structures; modern shopping
centers and restaurants that offer authentic flavors, Mersin is ready to receive 1.2 million visitors
from cruise calls as of 2014.
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OTHER IMPORTANT PLACES FOR CRUISING
Demre Kale
Situated between Finike and Kas, Myra is 25 kms. from Finike and 48 kms. from Kas. It was one of
the most important cities among the other six Lycian cities. It was settled in the 5th century B.C.
Although it was originally a coastal town, it has retreated from the sea because of the alluvium
from the Demre stream. It was abandoned in the 9th century A.D. after the Arab invasion. The rock
tombs, the theatre and St. Nicholas Church have survived to make it a place worth visiting.
St. Nicholas, born in 245 A.D. in Patara near Fethiye
(known variously as St.Nicholas, Father Christmas,
Santa Claus, Heilige Nikolaus and Pere Noel) died
in 326 A.D., having spent his life in Anatolia. Son of
a wealthy family and of good education, he devoted
himself to mankind. Because of the assistance he
rendered to those around him, St. Nicholas was
known as the protector of children and sailors,
and to this day the legend of Father Christmas has
continued to live as vividly as ever. As the Bishop of
Demre, by his religious and social work, he solved
the problems of the people in a humane way. After he
died he was buried in Demre and a church was built
there for his memory. In 108 Italian pirates stole some
of his bones and took them to Bari. In their haste they
left a few behind and these are today on display in the
Antalya Museum.
A popular excursion from Kaş is Kekova island in the
neighbouring district of Demre. Here in the magnificent
bays you will see a surprising variety of wrecks of
ancient ships and ancient cities sunk under the sea by
earthquakes over the centuries. The sea is so perfectly
clear that the details of city buildings such as staircases
or columns can be seen from the boat. The area is ideal
for sea kayaking. In December 2006 Kaş was added to
the specially protected Kekova marine area in order to
preserve its rich biodiversity.[5
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Fethiye For Cruise Ships
Due to Fethiye Harbour is located in the city center, it is very easy to reach places for
shopping,entertainment, cultural activities.
Maximum ships whose length is 150 meters can drop anchor to the Fethiye Municipality Seaport.
If the ship is more than 150 meters passengers have to unship to the Turkish-flagged daily boats.
Using life boat or service boat is not allowed.
There is no towboat service in Fethiye. We recommend the purchase of a towboat service before
you plan your trip. Force of attraction is written as follows.
Cordinates of Fethiye Harbour: 36°37’27”N 29°6’35”E
The length of Fethiye Municipality Seaport:180 meters.
Draft:7,5 meters
Length of the ship
Untill 200 meters
Between 201-300 meters
301 meters or more
Force of attraction (max)
Min 50 tons
Min 60 tons
Min 90 tons
If you are planning to drop anchor to outside of Fethiye Harbour ,you need to get a permission from
Ministry of Transport, Maritime Affairs and Communications.
Services which is given in Fethiye Municipality can be listed as fuel supply, garbage dumping.
Passengers dont have to pay town toll when they want to be out of the ship.
CONTACT DETAILS:
Fethiye Liman Başkanlığı (Harbour Master Fethiye)
Address : Karagözler Mahallesi İskele Karşısı No:1 Fethiye/Muğla
Phone : +90 252 614 11 87
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About Fethiye
Fethiye is located on the Lycian and Carian border and was called Telmessos in ancient times. The
city was very prominent and a centre of prophecy, pledged to Apollon. That the city life was rich and
highly cultured during the Hellenistic and Roman periods is evident from the existing monuments.
Today the majority of ancient ruins in Telmessos are rock-tombs, Lycian-type sarcophagi, the
fortress and the Roman Theatre.
Amyntas:The tomb of Amyntas, which could be considered as the insignia of Fethiye, strikes the
eye with its grandeur on the slope as you enter the bay. This tomb, whose façade was built as
an Ionic temple based on the plan of in antis, belonged to Amyntas is believed to be a king or a
governor of Telmessos during the Hellenistic period.
Kaya Village: Beyond the Fethiye fortress going south, if you follow the road climbing up to the
slope some 7 km. you can come to a magnificent lowland where Anatolian Greeks had lived until
1922. Greeks called the town Levissi in the past. Kaya Köyü in the year 1922 during the exchange
of Turks in Thrace with Anatolian Greeks was evacuated and the new residents did not take up the
existing houses. Kaya become a “Ghost Town” as an abandoned town after 1923.
2 churches, chapels, numerous houses, schools, library, hospital, work—shops and the other
structures will be renovated soon according to a Project. After the renovation, Kaya Köyü will serve
as the place of “ Piece & Friendship Village” and be protected forever.
Xhantos: Political capital of Lycian Federation, Xanthos is known as the place of people who
committed suicide all together for peace and freedom when Persians invaded town in 546 BC. Sir
Charles Fellows first discovered Xanthos in 1838 and all relieves and unlikely beautiful Nereid’s
Monuments were carried to London—British Museum.
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The ruins still standing in the city, which is at present location of Kınık Village on the road from
Fethiye to Kaş Town, are splendid samples of the Lycian Civilisation.Xhantos is 65 km away from
Fethiye and it is inthe UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List with its historical significance and
archaelogical values.
Sydma: The Dodurga Village, built on the ruins of historical city of Sydma, at a distance of 55
km to Fethiye, breathes with these ruins It is a settlement on the Lycian Trekking Path between
Fethiye and Antalya, which gives trekkers a great pleasure to go and see.Turning west from the
main highway and travelling about 17 km, the tombs at the entrance of the village greet you as
messengers from the past. AS little further on, it is possible to view the ruins of the temple, stoa,
theatre, bash, church and the watchtower from the Roman period.
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Finike Port
Port Location: Finike
Port Name: Port of Finike
Latitude :36° 17’ 38” N Longitude: 30° 9’ 0” E
UN/LOCODE: TRFIN
Port Type: Harbor, Small
CONTACT DETAILS
Port Authority : Finike Port Authority
Address : Liman Baskanligi, Finike, Antalya,07740, Turkey
Phone : +90 242 855 3787
Fax : +90 242 855 2643
E-mail : finike@seturmarinas.com
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About Finike
Finike, the ancient Phoenicus (Ancient Greek: Φοινικοῦς), is a district on the Mediterranean coast
of Antalya Province of Turkey, 90 minutes west of the city of Antalya. It is located in the south of the
Teke peninsula, and the coast here is a popular tourist destination. However, Finike is best known
for its oranges, the symbol of the town.
For centuries Finike, then named Phoenicus, was a trading port, the main port of Limyra, the
capital city of Lycia. Phoenicus was said to have been founded by Phoenicians in the 5th Century BC,
and thus named after its founders.
The area has been inhabited for much longer than that; archaeologists have found evidence near
the town of Elmalı showing that the Teke peninsula has been settled since 3000 BC (although on
the coast nothing has been uncovered dating before 2000 BC).
Trade along the coast was established first by the Persians, who relinquished Lycia to the armies
of Alexander the Great. However, the coast was always vulnerable to forces from Syria, Egypt
and Rhodes until it was brought within the empire of the Ancient Romans and the succeeding
Byzantines. Even then the Byzantines were threatened by the Arabian armies coming from the
Arabian Peninsula. Eventually the area was lost to the Seljuk Turks in the 13th century. These were
succeeded by the Ottoman Empire from 1426.
PLACES OF INTEREST
• The ruins of Limyra are to be seen three miles east of the Finike, they consist of a theatre, tombs,
Sarcophagi, bas-reliefs, Greek and Lycian inscriptions, etc.
• The ancient city of Arycanda, in a narrow valley off the road to Elmalı.
• The ruins of Trysa with a carved frieze depicting Theseus, on the road to Kaş.
• The small village of Turuncova, hidden in small valley between Taurus Mountainsit will has
preserve the traditional lifestyle and culture from many centuries ago.
• The cave of Suluin.
• Wreck of a Phoenician merchant ship from about 1200 BC in Cape Gelidonya
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KAŞ
Kaş (pronounced ‘Kash’) is a small fishing, diving, yachting and tourist town, and a district of Antalya
Province of Turkey, 168km west of the city of Antalya. As a tourist town it is relatively unspoiled. The
town of Kaş is on a hill running down to the sea. The district has a typical Mediterranean climate
of hot, dry summers and warm, wet winters, which allows the growth of oranges, lemons and
bananas. The lowland areas are also planted with cut flowers and a variety of fruits and vegetables,
many are grown all year round under glass. The hillsides produce honey, and almonds, while at
high altitudes there are extensive pine forests. The weather is drier at high altitudes. Although
agriculture is still important, tourism is the main source of income in the district, which has many
hotels and guest houses.Kaş is one of the leading spots for diving in Turkey.
Places of interest:
• The town of Kaş has a Hellenistic
theatre and many other places of
historical interest; and it has spots
of natural beauty, including excellent
beaches, and a number of interesting
caves, some of them underwater.
• For scuba divers there are several
spots underwater, one of them being
an underwater sculpture of a shark
sculpted by Kemal Tufan.
• The mountains behind the coast offer
countless places for trekking, climbing
and canyoning.
• The ruins of the antique cities of Komba
(in the village of Gömbe), Nisa, Kandyba,
Phellos, Istlada, Apollonia, Isinda and
Kyaenai.
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AGENCIES
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Catoni
Your Reliable Partner in Turkey and Black Sea…
Catoni, established in 1846, is the oldest and possibly the most
widely represented shipping company not only in Turkey but
also in the Black Sea region. Today, as Catoni Group, we carry
out activities in trade and transport industries with our offices
in Turkey (Istanbul, Izmir, Mersin, Iskenderun), Georgia,
Azerbaijan, Bulgaria and Romania.
Having diversified its activity areas in the course of time in order to be able to meet the developing
needs of the clients, Catoni continues to grow within this perspective. The avant-garde spirit and
solid growth pattern of the group activities including ship agency, cruise agency, liner agency,
tramp agency, chartering, ocean, air and land freight forwarding and logistics services make
Catoni an important and reliable business partner in the sector. Going on to expand into the new
areas through our agency network made us upgrading the services of the group companies. You
may therefore be assured of highly professional and experienced management and staff to assist
your operations at each of our offices.
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Catoni’s Tramp & Port Agency Division has a vast experience of acting as the port agent of the
cruise ships calling Turkish and Black Sea ports. The services that we provide for cruise vessels
can be listed as follows:
• Inward and outward clearance of the ships
• Customs clearance and delivery of international shipment to/from the ship along with arranging
warehouse when needed
• Smooth handling of passenger and crew turn-around
• Hotel bookings for on and off-signer crew members
• Transfer of the crew and passengers between airport, hotel and the ship with appropriate
vehicles
• Medical attendance (arranging medical appointments, transfer of the patient to/from the
hospital, assistance to follow up medical reports after or during the treatment)
• Passenger baggage handling that includes loading and off-loading and transfer of baggage to/
from the Cruise Terminal to/from the airport
• Fresh water / Bunker / Oil products supply
• Solid & Liquid garbage disposal and sludge removal in pursuant of MARPOL
• Assistance for local procurements in a wide range of selection
We believe that our 167-year past is due to the fundamental values we have and are committed to
provide services to our customers and business partners in line with the principles of transparency,
integrity and professionalism.
CONTACT DETAILS
Catoni Maritime Agencies S.A.
Gokhan Kucukgirgin – Chief Operations Officer
Address : Rihtim Cd. Denizciler Sk. No: 7/4 Istanbul - TURKEY
Phone : +90 212 393 42 00
Fax : +90 212 293 80 47
Mobile : +90 533 925 48 99
E-mail: catoniist@catoni.com.tr
Website: www.catoni.com.tr
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Inchcape Shipping Services Turkey
Inchcape Shipping Services is the world’s leading maritime
services provider. Covering every key port worldwide, ISS
has over 290 offices in 67 countries and employs some
3,600 people. In addition to core port agency services, ISS provides innovative maritime, cargo and
supply chain solutions to ship-owners and operators who span all geographies, market segments,
vessels and asset types.
In 1993, ISS acquired Dabkovich Maritime Agencies S.A., a well respected and long-established
Turkish shipping agency founded in 1855. From our headquarters in Istanbul and branch offices in
Izmir, Mersin and Izmit, we provide agency services to all Turkish and Black Sea country ports in
Bulgaria, Romania, Ukraine, Russia and Georgia and specialises in Cruise, Liner, Husbandry, RoRo and Cargo Agency as well as Sea and Air Forwarding services.
In addition to our traditional agency services, we offer an extended range of support through our
global network, our technology infrastructure and outsourcing capabilities which enables our
customers to focus on their core business. By building long term strategic partnerships with our
customers, we have been able to develop integrated solutions that are focused on maximising
efficiencies within their operations, improving both business performance and profitability. And
by doing, so ISS has become a critical part of many clients’ supply chains in an industry where
margins are tight and vessel optimization is critical.
ISS works to international maritime standards and has in place robust Quality Management
Systems and extensive Environmental, Health & Safety Plans with which we support our customers
and help them to provide a safe and healthy working environment. We promote an organisational
culture that requires ethical conduct and a commitment to compliance with the law throughout
our business.
CONTACT DETAILS
Kadir Kaya - Managing Director
Murat Çiçekçisoy - Senior Operations Manager
İlker Atağ - Cruise Operations Manager
Inchcape Shipping Services Turkey
Dabkovich Maritime Agencies S.A.
Rıhtım Caddesi Yuva Sokak
Osman Balkan Han No:1/4 Karaköy
Istanbul, TURKEY 34425
Tel :+90 212 2491708 • Fax :+90 212 2513173
E-mail : iss.turkey@iss-shipping.com
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Istanbul Group
Always reliable and highly qualified service
Enjoy first class and reliable professional port
agency services in Turkey !
Visit our web site www.istanbul-group.com
and contact us for further details
ISTANBULSHIPPING: The passenger ship division offers complete assistance
to the ship, her guests and the crew during her calls at all ports from fly to
cruise to tour planning and cruise packages. Our team of specialists are available at all times to
meet the demands of all our customers whatever they may need. Our services range from crew
and passenger turnarounds, transfers and hotel bookings to assistance to cruise and cargo ships.
A professional ground operations team and our good relationships with all the relevant authorities
allow us to operate smooth turnarounds and shipping of goods.
DREIECK TOURS: Our qualified and friendly staff are available at all times to
meet professionally and promptly any passengers’ need or request. Our travel
department provides highly professional services for business tours and stays, travel arrangements
and holiday packages for any destination. Customized and scheduled programs, hotel reservations,
tours, excursions, sightseeing, car hire, domestic and international flight bookings, multilingual
guides as well as other individual services are available at all times.
IMS MEDICAL: Professional medical services are provided at every port of call
in Turkey. Our services include: medical coordination and case management
for crew, medical appointment arrangements, visits or analysis/test appointments, treatment
arrangements, evaluation or therapy requirements. We also provide assistance/translation
services/transportation to crew members throughout their stay in hospital along with flight and
accommodation arrangements, sea/air ambulance services as well as issuing and translation of
all medical reports.
ISTANBUL CRUISE & LOGISTICS: Our logistic services include customs
clearance of international shipments and delivery of received goods to the
cruise ships in all port of calls in Turkey, as well as storage and warehousing. These services
include a comprehensive planning, management and monitoring process as well as coordination
to make sure that goods are delivered in a safe and timely manner.
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CREW SERVICE: World of Crew Management holds a solid and reliable
background in crew assistance having performed thousands of smooth crew
turn-arounds and transfers. We also provide for “special cases” to be arranged for. These cases
include transferring crew with psychiatric or psychological problems from ship to their country
of origin or handling disembarkation and repatriation in case of health problems, attendance for
stowaway formalities with consulates and immigration officers.
CONTACT DETAILS
İrfan Tuncay - President
Address : Dr.Sevket Bey Sok. No 14-2 Sisli 34360 İstanbul - TURKEY
Phone : +90 212 291 61 41 pbx
Fax : +90 212 291 61 34
Mobile : +90 533 654 34 34
E-mail: marine@istanbulships.com, istanbulship@gmail.com
Website: www.istanbul-group.com
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ITS - Aldo
ITS is one of Turkey’s premier Travel agencies, specializing
in Cruise and incentive tourism. ITS customers enjoy not only
25 years of experience, but also a range of exclusive services.
From custom tours at ports across Turkey to efficient transfers,
hotel stays and more, ITS professionalism ensures passenger
satisfaction. We are also a full-service Destination Management
Company providing A - Z services fort he full range of Corporate Meetings, Special Events, Small
Group Travel and Incentives.
We are a part of a group of companies. One of our sister companies ALDO tour operates as a
Destination Management Company and a ground handler that specializes in the European and the
Latin American Market. They are the official agents of Vatican as well as the Ground Operator of
Msc Cruises. Our other sister company Merkez Denizcilik is a port handling company that offers
port Agency services at all Turkish Ports to most of the major cruise lines coming to our country.
What we can say in a nutshell is that if you wish to have your guests to be in the most experienced
hands in Turkey. We have the strongest group of professionals to assist you. If you’ve got an idea
for an event in Turkey, we’ve got just what it takes to make it happen right. CONTACT DETAILS
Onur Dağoğlu - President
Address : ITS – ALDO Buyukdere Cad. Kaya Aldogan Sok. No: 12/1 34394,
Zincirlikuyu - Istanbul - TURKEY
ITS International Travel Services Co
Phone : +90 212 275 18 70
E-mail : its@itstourism.com
Website :www.itstourism.com
Aldo Tours
Phone : +90 212 275 82 60
E-mail : apari@aldotour.com
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Karavanmar
KaravanMar, one of the oldest brands of
Karavan Inc. is exclusively active in the cruise
industry offering port and shoreside services.
In 1969, foundation of Karavan Inc. in Turkey by Alex Baltazzi, offered its services to the leading
cruise companies of that period as Chandris Lines, Lauro Crociere, Kavounides Lines etc.
Karavanmar of today, with its own offices located in 5 major cruise destinations as Istanbul,
Kusadasi, Izmir, Marmaris, Antalya and with its multi-lingual experienced directors and staff offers
to its clients a high standard of services.
KaravanMar is proud of being the only company able to offer direct services to cruise companies at
so many Turkish ports enabling 100% control over the quality of its services.
To this day, Karavanmar serves to more than 500 calls a year representing nearly 40-45 % of the
cruise traffic to Turkish ports.
As agents of Louis Cruises, Costa Cruises, Carnival Curise Lines, Voyages to Antiquity, Thomson
Cruises, Fred Olsen Cruise Lines, Ibero Cruceros, Pullmantur Cruceros and Ama Waterways,
KaravamMar is continually growing through strategic invesments enabling the company to be
stronger in its core business.
Karavanmar is proud to assure a seamless service of the highest quality.
CONTACT DETAILS:
Alex Baltazzzi - President
Gianluigi Baltazzi - Managing Director
Address : Halaskargazi Caddesi No: 112, K: 7 Osmanbey - İstanbul
Mustafa Munir Birsel Sokak no:4 /1 D: 105 Alsancak – İzmir
Phone : +90 212 291 02 80
Fax : +90 212 291 02 84
E-mail : baltazzi@karavanmar.com
Website : www.karavanmar.com
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Maskot Shipping & Travel Agency Inc.
MASKOT SHIPPING & TRAVEL AGENCY INC. founded in 1990,
is one of the leading shipping agencies in Aegean Region.
MASKOT’s HQ is located in the center of the Cesme Port and
operates from two additional Branch Offices – Dikili and Izmir.
Providing a range of maritime services, the main activities of
MASKOT can be briefly summarized as follows;
Shipping Agents in all ports of Turkey & Straits
Pre-arrival arrangements
Crew arrangements
Tours & Transfers
Yachting
MASKOT, has a great responsibility and motivation to ensure that the customers’ needs are met
to the fullest. In this aspect, MASKOT has a dedicated team of fully trained professional executives
ready at your disposal 24/7 and 365 days a year. Proudly, MASKOT is now able to announce that
in its continuing desire to provide a commitment to the policy of quality performance, the staff is
trained constantly and undertakes all necessary steps to maintain professional levels and up to
date high standards.
MASKOT has the knowledge and know-how to provide successful solutions to satisfy their shipping
and trading customers’ needs. MASKOT is a young and dynamic shipping enterprise which has
its roots in solid historical maritime traditions. MASKOT has been a member of DTO (Chamber of
Shipping) and TURSAB (Association of Turkish Travel Agencies) since 1990 and is conscientiously
trying to improve its service capabilities at all times whilst reviewing its market position. MASKOT
maintains strong interest in developing new niches with suitable trading partners in order to
provide additional services for the shipping market on mutually beneficial terms.
CONTACT DETAILS
Ahmet SUBAY - President
Figen KURU - Operations Manager
Murat ERKAN - Port Operations
MASKOT SHIPPING & TRAVEL AGENCY INC.
Address :1107 Sok. 5/A Cesme Izmir 35930 Turkey
Phone :+90 232 712 76 54
Mobile :+90 532 242 10 19
Fax :+90 232 712 84 35
info@maskottur.com.tr
www.maskottur.com
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Medlog Lojistik Gemicilik Turizm A.Ş.
Medlog, being the logistics investment of the world’s second
largest container operator and a leading shipping agency
in Turkey; MSC, has launched its activities in June 2011.
Established with the aim of improving customer satisfaction
and offering solutions that meet the logistics needs of each,
Medlog has its head office in Izmir and branch offices in Istanbul, Bursa, Mersin and Ankara.
MSC Cruises, which is one of the biggest cruiser companies of Europe, has the most modern fleet
of the world with 13 passenger ships. Medlog aims to act as a port agency for the cruises and to
operate in the field of multimodal transportation, container repair, maintenance service.
Besides door-to-door transport with a fleet of over 100 trucks, Medlog offers railway, transit, project
transport and depot services for the shipments effected with all lines. Thanks to its container wagon
investments, Medlog offers alternative transport solutions to the ports having railway connections.
CONTACT DETAILS
Address: Sehitler Cad. 1530 Sok. No: 1
Alsancak, 35230 Izmir, Turkey
Phone: +90 232 488 64 88
Fax: +90 232 488 64 99
www.medlog.com.tr
medlogizm@medlog.com.tr
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Merkez Deniz Acenteliği ve Ticaret A.Ş.
Merkez Deniz Acenteligi ve Ticaret A.S. is one of oldest
shipping agencies in Turkey, with a succesful background
and experience of over a century. Merkez Deniz is
operational at all Turkish Ports, including the straits of
Dardanelles and Bosphorus.
The original company was established by one of the few pioneers of the sector / shipping industry
in Istanbul during the Ottoman reign, at the end of the 19th century, as a foreign company. In 1975
it was transformed into a Turkish company under our present name “Merkez Deniz Acenteliği ve
Ticaret A.S”
In 2008 Merkez Deniz completed a merger with the port agency department of ITS International
Travel Services, forming the largest cruise agency portfolio in Turkey. The vast experience of both
aforementioned companies, which focused on Cruise Ship handling for many decades are now at
service of Cruise Lines with a well earned reputation.
In addition, we may proudly add that we are currently attending as port agents for PCL, P & O,
CUNARD , HAL, SEABOURN CRUISE LINE, WINDSTAR CRUISES; PRESTIGES CRUISE HOLDINGS
LINES, CRYSTAL CRUISES, SILVER SEA CRUISES, ALL LEISURE GROUP PLC. (Swan Hellenic),
V- SHIPS , ALBATROS, AMADEA, ARTANIA & EXPLORER at Turkish Ports.
MERKEZ DENIZ has also handled the first GRAND CLASS ship turn around of the Mediterranean
Area in Istanbul in 1998; which was followed by major cruise lines extensively upto 9/11/2001. We
are still handling T/A operations in İstanbul for WINDSTAR CRUISES, OCEANIA CUISES, REGENT
SEVEN SEAS CRUISES & SILVERSEA CRUISES, CRYSTAL CRUISES, HAL, SEABOURN CRUISES
LINES & SWAN HELLENIC.
CONTACT DETAILS
Sadettin Bulbul - President
Irfan Altindal - Operations Manager
Rengin Bulbul Turan - Manager
Address : Merkez Deniz Acenteligi ve Tic. A.S.
Buyukdere Cad. Zincirlikuyu Mah. Y. Kaya Aldogan Sok.
No: 12/1 Kat 2 34397, Zincirlikuyu – Sisli, Istanbul – TURKEY
Phone : +90 212 288 63 60
Mobile : +90 532 722 45 89
Fax : +90 212 288 63 61
E-mail : info@merkezdeniz.com
Website : www.merkezdeniz.com
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Sea Song Tours
Sea Song Tours specialises in creating Shore excursıon
cruise passengers in Turkye. Our dedicated team of
experts is ready to service your cruise passengers in all
ports in Turkey.
We are currently working with the following cruse lines: Holland America Lines, Princess
Cruises, Cunard Line P&O Cruises, Wibdstar Cruises, SeaDream Yacht Clup Seabourn The World
ResidenSea and Carnival Cruise Lines. Our tour designers can develop all types of activities in port
consisting of ancient site visits with an archaeologist, cultural activities, land adventures, special
openings and Access and exclusive events.
Sea song has operated tours in all ports of Turkey an we are familiar with what it takes to create
shore excursions that give the passengers a great value and hing ratings. We work with only the
best service suppliers throughout Turkey and maintain a very high Standard. Our health and sefety
department is making sure we are always in compliance and evaluating risk. Sea Song Tours
has their main Office in İstanbul handling all the norhern ports and a branch Office in Kusadasi
handling all the southern ports.
Our attention to detail, guality of service and seamless execution make a difference to your
passengers.
CONTACT DETAILS
Karen Fedorko Sefer - Owner/ President
İsmail Pasahan - Operations Manager/İstanbul
Mert Kavafoğlu - Operation Manager/Kusadasi
Address: Meclisi Mebusan Cad. 71 Kat 5, 34427 Findikli, Turkey
Tel : +90 212 292 85 55 Fax: +90 212 282 8561
E-mail : fedorko@seasong.com
Website : www.seasong.com
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Tura Turizm
Tura Turizm was founded in 1966 in Istanbul and has continuously
developed its structure in order to cope with the increasing needs
of the 21st century. Tura Turizm is both an incoming and outgoing
Tour Operator, cooperating with the biggest global agencies, travel
network services and cruise lines with its five offices (Istanbul main
office, Kusadasi, Izmir, Ankara and Antalya) having in total 120
personnel.
The main focus is the cruise incoming business and the company has been specialized in this
field thanks to its experience acquired by providing services to more than 10 million guests in 46
years. The company is currently collaborating with the leading cruise lines in both providing shore
excursion services to incoming guests and also as a source providing company for many cruises
being the leader cruise selling tour operator. Tura Turizm always seeks innovations and tries to
go beyond cliché tours. With its guest service improvements and innovative ideas, the company
has been awarded by Seatrade as the ”Supplier of the Year” in 2007 and also, has been awarded
with the finalist certificate in the category of ”Innovative Shorex” by Seatrade in 2008, 2009, 2010
and 2011 and 2012. Another must for the company is the excellence in quality management and
in order to achieve sustainability Tura obtained its “ISO 9001-2008 Certificate” in 2009. “Green
Globe” membership is also in process.Tura Turizm is offering to its clientele cruise programs for
all destinations especially, Aegean and Mediterranean as well as the Volga River, China, Caribbean
and Baltic Sea. The annual outbound cruise passenger volume of the company is nearly 8.000
guests.
Tura Turizm is / has been in cooperation with the following cruise lines:
Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruise Lines, Azamara Club Cruises, Norwegian Cruise
Line, Pullmantur Cruises, Aida Cruises, Saga Holidays / Acromas Shipping Ltd., Tui Cruises, Costa
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Cruises, Ibero Cruises, Disney Cruise Line, Variety Cruises, Easy Cruises, Swan Hellenic Cruises,
Cruise Maritime Voyages, Viking Cruises.
Memberships:
Florida - Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA), European Cruise Council (ECC), Passenger
Shipping Association (PSA), Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), Mediterranean Cruise
Ports Association (MEDCRUISE), Association of Turkish Travel Agencies (TURSAB), Association of
Cruise Experts (ACE).
CONTACT DETAILS
Leyla Oner - Chief of Operations
Address : Cumhuriyet Cad. No: 109 Park Apt. Elmadağ, Istanbul 34270 / Türkiye
Phone : +90 212 241 27 00
Fax : +90 212 232 25 11
info@turaturizm.com.tr • www.turaturizm.com.tr
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Alarga Ship Supply & Trade Co.
ALARGA SHIP SUPPLY & TRADE CO.,which is one of the
METE BROTHERS GROUP company, is a well-known
company in shipchandling business in Turkey. We have
improved our service and quaility by investments since 1985.
We provide complete supplying services 24 hours non-stop at all Ports and straights around Turkey.
Our company based in Tuzla Shipyards Area with total 3500 m2 food & technical-hardware store
warehouses in one building. In the area of fresh fruits and vegetables, we enjoy a definite adv To
give the high quality and prompt service at low price to both domestic and foreign ships is our
continuous pursuit. Abundant ship stores are in our stock sorted by ISSA/IMPA catalogues and all
ISSA/IMPA catalogues are fully computerized for prompt response.
OUR MISSION
• To co-operate with our partners and find fast solutions.
• To contribute in our development by working with a dynamic staff
who share the same values and receptive to education.
OUR SERVICES
• Fresh & Frozen Provision;
• International Transit Food Stuffs;
• Deck & Safety & Engine Stores;
• Cabin & Statioanry & Galley Stores;
• PP Ropes
• Marine Lubricants
• Marine Paints
THE REASON OF CHOISE ALARGA SHIP SUPPLY CO.
• Member of ISSA;
• ISO 9001-2008 Certificated;
• Business experience for 24 years;
• Customer representative service ;
• Detailed delivery reports ;
• Fast and complete suppliying for 24 hours ;
• Appropriate prices;
• High quality products;
• Quality of service to all world ports with ISSA assurance
CONTACT DETAILS
Address : Evliya Celebi Mah. Mavi Sk. No:13 Tuzla / İSTANBUL
Phone : +90 216 446 97 97
Fax : +90 216 446 98 00
E-mail : alarga@alargashipsupplier.com
Website : www.alargashipsupplier.com
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Arma Marine Services S.A.
(Arma Int. Ship Supply & Foreign Trade Inc.)
ARMA is a general ship-supply, ship-repair and trading company,
established in 2000 and as a member of ISSA, IMPA, TURSSA &
SHIPSERV, it is one of the well-known and reputable companies that
lead the sector through operations in all Turkish Ports, Straits &
Shipyards with limitless product range, well qualified/professional
staff, service anywhere on time.
OUR PRODUCTS & SERVICES OFFERED
General Ship Supply : Dry/frz provisions, bonded stores, technical stores, paints, chemicals, fulloutfitting of new buildings).
Offshore Supply Services : Supplies for oil-rig platforms and PSV (Platform Supply Vessels).
Safety Survey Services : Life rafts, Fire Extinguishers, Breathing App., Gas-refilling, calibrations.
Ship Repair : Renewal, overhaul, reconditioning, painting-chipping, hold & tank cleaning.
CONTACT DETAILS
H/Q : 1476 Sok. Tibas Alsancak Apt. No: 1/3 Alsancak, 35220, Izmir / TURKEY
Branch 1: Gibsas San. Sitesi E Blok Kat:2/40 Icmeler,Tuzla, Istanbul / TURKEY
Branch 2: Sumer Mah.Hatboyu Cad. 4.Sk, No:36/A Zeytinburnu Istanbul / TURKEY
Branch 3: Sunullah Mah.918 Sok.Kerem Sitesi E Blok No: 2 Bandırma / TURKEY
Branch 4: Kazım Dirik Mah. 374 Sok. No: 1/D , Bornova Izmir / TURKEY Branch 5: Aegean Free Zone, Akcay Cd.144 Nilufer Sk.S9/A,Gaziemir, Izmir / TURKEY
Phone (H/Q) : +90 232 4636500
Fax : 90 232 4636267
E-mail : arma@armamarine.com & armamarine@superonline.com
website : www.armamarine.com & www.armatradinginc.com
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Atlas Ship Supply Inc.
Atlas Ship Supply is leading provider of maritime supply
services for over 30 years in Turkish region. The company
has been known in the industry for its well established
quality of service and fair practice of trading and has been a
key figure in forming a well-functioning ship supply industry
in Turkey.
Atlas grew up to a modern ship supply company with all the newest supply chain technologies to
accomplish all the provisions, stores and repair solutions. With a team of skillful professionals
working 24 hours a day to encounter even the most challenging demands of its clients.
Atlas employs branch offices situated in Tuzla Shipyard, Mersin, Iskenderun, İzmir, and Izmit Bay
that cover and operate in all main ports of Turkey, on the other side with an everyday growing
network of international partners, Atlas supplies in all main ports of the world, Thus giving you the
chance to use one service provider for all your supplies and needs around the globe.
This year we have also launched our new company, Atlas Marine Valves which is a stockiest and
distributor of large variety JIS and DIN standard marine valves, in Turkey and in worldwide ports.
Atlas is always proud of keeping the necessary business ethics together with a high level in quality
services, while staying competitive against the odds of increasing competitions and the uncertainty
of the world market.
CONTACT DETAILS
Address: Atlas Ship Supply Inc. Nişancı Mustafa Mah. Paşmakcı Çayırı Cad.
No: 54-A 34050 Otakçılar Eyüp - ISTANBUL / TR
Tel: +90 212 613 91 10
Fax: +90 212 613 91 39
Email: info@atlasshipsupply.com
Web: www.atlasshipsupply.com
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DFS Ship Store
For the past 20 years DFS is the proud sole provider on
both Dardanels and Istanbul straits. Vessels passing the
strait are provided with their needs by a professional
team eager to satisfy their customers by ensuring that the
process is safe and fast.
All goods are of the best standards of well known brands. DFS is at your service 24 hours a day. Be
sure to call us while passing by.
CONTACT DETAILS
Address: Cumhuriyet Mahallesi,Sahilyolu Cad.No:33 Kat.1 Daire.1 Kepez-Çanakkale
Phone : +90 286 263 64 54
Fax : +90 286 263 66 00
Email : sales@dfsshipstore.com
Website : www.dfsshipstore.com
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GIMAS SHIP SUPPLY & SERVICES
GIMAS is a leading marine service provider operating at all
Turkish Ports & Straits...
Since the establishment in 1992, we built our business through
the excellence of service and consistent investment on growing.
The source of our power is always being integrated, high quality
service and reasonable prices.
We have a wide variety of products and have 365 days, 24 hours, non-stop service in all Ports and
Straits of Turkey.
We are the member of ISSA & IMPA and we are in the first group of ISSA QUALITY CERTIFICATED
SHIP SUPPLIER all over the world. With our experienced stuff and highest technological applications,
we have all qualification to satisfy our customers.
We provide the highest standard of services and quality to cruise lines at all ports of Turkey. Gimas,
completely understands the onshore requirements of cruise ships and passengers. It helps being
a pioneer in the regional shipping industry. We specialize in handling the cruise industry’s unique
needs.
A part from supplying high quality fresh, frozen and dry provisions, we supply bonded stores,
cabin deck and engine stores e.t.c. All products are supplied according to instructions and are
accompanied by certification where required.
CONTACT DETAILS
Address : Gimas Ship Supply & Services Ikitelli Organize San.Bol.
Aykosan San.Sit. 4 lu A-Blok No:232 Istanbul-Turkey
Phone : +90 212 671 24 80
Fax : +90 212 671 01 82
Email : gimas@gimas.com
Web : www.gimas.com
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KAMARIN SHIP SUPPLY
AT HER MAJESTY’S SERVICE
As being located at the connection node of two continents,
Kamarin Ship Supply is proud to be at your services with
her strong presence in major ports of Turkey which enables
us to supply high quality frozen meats, vegetables, dairy,
dry groceries and special chef’s requests in a reasonable
amount of time.
We aim at being a top partner, fully committed to satisfy your guests on board with our unique
tailor-made product range and quality of services at highest.
Kamarin Ship Supply is a truly international company which also keeps oriental reflections of
famous Turkish hospitality. As a result of this, you are always welcome in any need of you, no
matter when you want and no matter where you want. We are always at her majesty’s service … CONTACT DETAILS
Address :Kamarin Ship Supply Karlıktepe Mah. Soganlık Cad.
No:61 Daire:15 34870 Kartal/İSTANBUL
Phone : +90 216 306 60 73
Fax : +90 216 517 99 78
E-mail : kamarin@kamarin.com.tr
Website : www.kamarin.com.tr
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ŞEKERCİLER DENİZCİLİK SAN.VE TİC.LTD.ŞTİ.
Sekerciler Group is a maritime, building and industrial company
focusing on ship supply, work safety equipment and coatings for
over 30 years.
With a principle of constant development, our company located in
Tuzla Shipyard Region on 2000 m2 area together with a warehouse
in Tuzla Aydınlı on 1000 m2 area offers various solutions and
quality service.
Meeting all international regulations and standards, Sekerciler Group will continue to provide
quality service with modern and dynamic team spirit without compromising unconditional customer
satisfaction.
CONTACT DETAILS
Address: Evliya Çelebi Mh. Uyum Sk. No: 3 İçmeler - Tuzla / İSTANBUL
Phone : +90 216 447 51 51
Fax : +90 216 395 27 69
E-mail : info@sekercilergroup.com
Website : www.sekercilergroup.com
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ARKAS BUNKERING
Arkas began operations in 1944 in the area of maritime
transportation and agency services. Today is a large group of
companies providing integrated services in the transportation
sector using its own vessels and facilities. Today, Arkas consists
of 52 companies which are operating in many different fields,
including logistics services integrating sea, land, rail and air transportation, as well as agency
services, ship operations, port operations, bunkering, automotive, insurance services, information
systems and cruise tourism.
With 67 years of experience in the shipping industry and a fleet of 25 container vessels and 5 bunker
barges. Arkas provides agency services in Turkey for large international shipping companies. Arkas
Bunkering and Trading S.A has been granted a bunker fuel license by the Turkish Energy Market
Regulation Authority and began operations in January 2006. In November 2008. Arkas Bunkering
acquired its own storage tanks and started to operate as a physical bunker supplier in Turkey.
The tanks are in Solventa~ Terminal (member of FETSA
and CDI-T). which is a Customs Bonded Warehouse for
bulk liquid, dry and drummed chemicals and petroleum
products spread out over 40 acres of land fully owned
by the company. We have 7 tanks in our terminal, 3 for
the gas oil and 4 for fuel oil. The terminal offers a wide
range of fully automated tank capacities ranging from
108 m3to 8,800 m3 which are also categorized as coated.
heated. insulated, blanketed, mild steel and stainless
steel. The majority of the bunkering operations are in the
Marmara Sea, especially in Istanbul and lzmit, but the
company has a goal of expanding its bunkering operations to other ports in the East Mediterranean
and Aegean. especially the ports of lskenderun and lzmir. Our tanks have the following capacities.
Adding up to a total of 19,600 m3; •Gas oil : 2 x 2,750 m3 + 1 x 1,550 m3, •Fuel oil : 3 x 2,750 m3 + 1
x 4,300 m3.
We can also provide ex-pipe bunkering at rafineries in Turkey. We buy from major physical
suppliers or local suppliers and deliver quality products with the goal of meeting our customers’
requirements. We offer good service and technical guidance to our customers with competitive
prices from the major suppliers and mixable and compatible products from local suppliers, which
is very important when purchasing lubricants.
CONTACT DETAILS
Address : Kasap Sokak Arkas Binası No:2
Address : Liman Caddesi Arkas Binası
Esentepe 34394 İstanbul, Türkiye
No:38 Alsancak 35230 İzmir, Turkiye
Phone : +90 212 337 53 81
Phone :+90 232 411 00 34
Fax : +90 212 275 26 46
Fax :+90 232 464 28 58
E-mail : arkasbunker@arkasbunker.com • Website : www.arkasbunker.com
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