FAQ
This information with more detail will also be sent out to you on booking.
Travel day
Monday is travel day (due to most charter flights arriving from the UK) and yoga courses start on Tuesday morning.
Flights
We request where possible that you book a flight to arrive no later than 10:00pm, although we will still meet you if this is not possible or your flight is delayed. For flight operators see our Travel page.
Transfers
We can arrange for our minibus driver to transfer you from Dalaman airport to Huzur Vadisi. The transfer, including both ways, is £35. Further details will be sent to you on booking.
Visa
At the airport UK citizens are charged £10 in cash for an entry visa. Visa costs for other nationalities vary, so you will need to check.
Arriving early or staying on
You can stay over at www.olivegardenapart.com in the nearby town of Gocek if you wish. The price is £35 (€40) for a single room B&B, or £54 (€60) for two sharing. We can arrange transfers for you from the airport and we can collect you on one of our transfers returning from the airport to Huzur Vadisi on the Monday for the usual price. If the first Monday transfer is not until the afternoon, it’s fine to keep your bags at the hotel after checking out and to use the pool if you wish.
Other Gocek hotels with reviews and recommendations can be found on www.booking.com
Local holiday house rental
If you are interested in renting a local village house for longer stays before or after your holiday at Huzur Vadisi, please contact Jane huzvad@gmail.com for further information.
Istanbul Travel
Some people ask about visiting Istanbul before or after their holiday with us. Istanbul is just over an hour's flight with Turkish Airlines and is relatively inexpensive (Prices vary with dates and times) www.turkishairlines.com
The coach to or from Istanbul arrives and departs from Fethiye, which is just over half an hour from Huzur Vadisi. It is a 10 hour trip and costs around 65TL (£28). The coach services are very good and professionally run. It is possible (in theory) to book online, and there is a translation service available on Google. Or you can usually buy a ticket on the day, or a few days before, unless it is a national holiday. www.turkeytravelplanner.com
Currency Exchange
Generally you will get a better rate of exchange in Turkey. This can be done with cash or withdrawn by card from one of the several ATM cash machines in Gocek.
Extras at Huzur Vadisi and payments
Extras at Huzur Vadisi include minibus transfers, bar bills, excursions and items from our shop. These are all paid for at the end of your stay. We have a self-service honesty book system in our bar and shop.
Your bill can be paid in sterling, lira, euros or dollars (or a combination) but cash only please. We don’t have credit card or UK cheque facilities in Turkey.
How much money will I need?
Most people spend an average of £100 - £150 on extras, which include transfers (£35), boat trip (£45), trips to town, drinks, or items from the shop (yoga mat bags, cushions, shawls, olive oil, soap, cookbooks etc)
Things to Bring
TORCH - We have electricity in the yurts, but you should also bring a torch. (We also sell them in our shop)
BEACH TOWEL - We provide towels for showers, but please bring your own beach towel.
YOGA MATS – we provide mats, belts bolsters and blocks, but you may want to bring your own mat for extra comfort on the outdoor tiled floor.
WALKING SHOES - A pair of walking shoes or strong sandals if you want to take advantage of the lovely walks around Huzur Vadisi.
Clothing
If you’re coming during April, May, September or October in addition to your usual summer clothes you should bring a set of warm clothing – a sweater or fleece, leggings, waterproof jacket and socks – although normally warm and sunny, if it rains it can feel surprisingly cool. You will also need an extra layer for early morning yoga.
Hairdryers & Plugs
To answer one of our most frequently asked questions - there are plugs for your hairdryer in the yurts! Turkey has 2-pin plugs, so you will need to bring an adaptor.
Internet Connection
We have wi-fi connection.
Telephones and communications
Our telephone number is 00 90 (0)252 644 0008
This number is only available during the season April - October. The phone at Huzur Vadisi can only be used to receive incoming international calls, so you won’t be able to use the phone to call home. You are very welcome to give the number to family and friends to receive calls.
Mobile Phones
Due to the mountains, mobiles are out of range at Huzur Vadisi, although it is possible to receive and send text messages. A five-minute walk from Huzur Vadisi will bring you to a point where you can receive a signal to phone out.
Mosquitoes
Generally we don't have a lot of mosquitoes as we are in a mountain valley. However, there are seasonal variations, so if you are sensitive you should bring some repellent. The beds all have nets.
If you have any further questions please don’t hesitate to contact Jane at huzvad@aol.com
Looking forward to meeting you
