Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey Port Q&A

It’s a bit like how long is a piece of string, as with most things quality and size matters. If you’re happy to get something smaller than a full size rug a prayer mat works well as a runner and can be rolled to fit in a large suitcase. I purchased an antique one (but in a small village in the interior of Turkey) 25 years ago for the equivalent of $750 Australian and use it as a hall runner. Despite constantly being walked over it hasn’t deteriorated at all.

Answered by TravellerSandra on July 13, 2024

It depends on the size and quality. The one we bought was pure wool and 1m wide by 3m long and was just over $1000USD which is very reasonable. We bought 1 25years ago and that was $650USD back then. (Similar size and quality) they can go as high as €40000USD but you need to really like the one you are wanting and haggle for a price, and remember, you can always walk away

Answered by leighbucksey on July 09, 2024

No I always hand carried them back. But they can arrange shipping if needed. But I don’t know those costs sorry

Answered by leighbucksey on July 10, 2024

leighbucksey did that include shipping and handling?

Answered by picalo on July 09, 2024

I couldn’t imagine buying an expensive Turkish rug, then paying for them to ship it back home for me. What happens if they decide not to ship it or any of the several people who handle it along the way decide not to or it honestly gets lost? What recourse would you have? Zero.

Answered by willwork4cruz on July 11, 2024

Hi,As you step off the ship there are carpet shops in port. Also visit the Bazaar which is huge and starts just a few mins walk outside of the port. Aim to pay a third of the asking price. The haggling process is friendly without hassle (unlike 20 years ago). be polite,haggle with a smile, stick to your budget and you won't go far wrong

Answered by grahamjones on July 14, 2024