Karnak bus routes serve their own terminals, which are usually in or near the city centres. There are also privately run bus and microbus services which started recently all over Syria. Shared taxis are available to all parts of the country. International Driving Permit required. Green Cards are not yet accepted in Syria.
Insurance is required by law and a customs certificate is needed.
These are available from touring and automobile clubs. Most buses outside the capital, however, have no signs in a European script to indicate destination or stops, which can make travelling rather difficult. Taxis are widely available. Fares should be agreed in advance and according to the meter in the cities. Please read our disclaimer Enter words and phrases in the box, separated by commas eg.