FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Where is the departure point for İzmir Seferihisar – Samos voyages?

Sea buses going from Seferihisar to Samos depart from Seferihisar Sığacık Teos Marina.

Where is the departure point for Kuşadası – Samos voyages?

Sea buses going from Kuşadası to Samos depart from Kuşadası Ege Port.

What type of ships do İDO sail to the Aegean Islands?

İDO operates high-speed sea buses to the Aegean Islands.

On what days and times do Samos voyages operate?

You can get information about sailing dates and times from egeadalari.ido.com.tr and ido.com.tr

Where to buy Samos expedition tickets?

You can purchase your ticket online at egeadalari.ido.com.tr

You can also buy Seferihisar-Samos tickets from the İDO sales office in Seferihisar Sığacık Teos Marina, Kuşadası-Samos tickets from the İDO sales office in Kuşadası Ege Port or from our authorized agencies at egeadalari.ido.com.tr and ido.com.tr

You can get information at idoegesatis@ido.com.tr or by calling 444 44 36.

How much is the ticket price for Samos voyages?

Seferihisar – Samos Voyages; 

Ticket Fees

One Way_____________                             _ 30 Euro

Round Trip (Same-day Return Voyages)      35 Euro

Round Trip on Different Day                          45 Euro

0-6 Ages  One Way                                                          5 Euro

0-6 Ages Round Trip (Same-day Return Voyages)       5 Euro

0-6 Ages Round Trip on Different Day                           5 Euro

6-12 Ages  One Way                                                         15 Euro

6-12 Ages Round Trip (Same-day Return Voyages)      17.5 Euro

6-12 Ages Round Trip on Different Day                          24 Euro

Kuşadası – Samos Voyages; 

Ticket Fees

One Way_____________                             _ 35 Euro

Round Trip (Same-day Return Voyages)      41 Euro

Round Trip on Different Day                          52  Euro

0-6 Ages  One Way                                                     Free

0-6 Ages Round Trip (Same-day Return Voyages)  Free

0-6 Ages Round Trip on Different Day                      Free

6-12 Ages  One Way                                                       21 Euro

6-12 Ages Round Trip (Same-day Return Voyages)   31 Euro

6-12 Ages Round Trip on Different Day                        42 Euro

·   Calculations will be made based on the exchange rate on the day you purchased the ticket, and payment will be received in TL.

How long does the Seferihisar-Samos trip take?

The distance of Samos Island to Seferihisar is 30 nautical miles. The journey takes an approximately 1 hour depending on weather and sea conditions.

How long does the Kuşadası-Samos trip take?

The distance of Samos Island to Kuşadası is 19 nautical miles. The journey takes an approximately 30 minutes depending on weather and sea conditions.

Do I need a passport to enter Samos Island?

A valid passport, Schengen or gate visa is required to enter Samos Island. 

What should be the passport validity period?

In order to travel to Samos Island, the validity period of the passenger passport must be at least 3 months or more as of the date of return. Entry to Greece is not allowed with passports older than 10 years, even if the validity period is appropriate.

What currency is valid on Samos Island?

Shopping is done in EURO on Samos Island. You must obtain the foreign currency in advance.

From where is the departure fee abroad paid?

Passengers traveling abroad with a Republic of Turkey Passport are charged a fee per exit. The fee must be paid by the passenger before the journey from contracted banks or online.

Can those with a TRNC entry stamp in their passport and those born in TRNC enter Samos Island?

Turkish citizens born in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus are not allowed to enter the country if their passport contains the phrase TRNC along with their place of birth. For example, "Girne – TRNC".

Those with TRNC entry in their passports are not accepted to Greece.