Day Trip from Istanbul Şanlıurfa, Göbeklitepe and Balıklıgöl

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12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the wonders of Southeastern Turkey on a day trip from Istanbul to Şanlıurfa. Visit Göbeklitepe, the Şanlıurfa Archaeology Museum, and Balıklıgöl, the Pool of Abraham.

Marvel at the ancient wonders of Göbeklitepe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Explore the Şanlıurfa Archaeology Museum and Haleplibahçe Mosaic Museum.
Visit Balıklıgöl, the Pool of Abraham, and the cave believed to be his birthplace.
Enjoy a walk through the surrounding park and bazaar area in Şanlıurfa.
Travel from Istanbul to Şanlıurfa and back with a domestic flight.

What's Included

Entrance fees to Şanlıurfa Archaeology Museum & Haleplibahçe Mosaic Museum
Şanlırfa Airport Transfers
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Istanbul
Round Trip Domestic flights to/from Şanlıurfa
Entrance fees to Göbeklitepe
Private Air-conditioned van during the tour
Visit to Balıklıgöl (the Pool of Abraham)
Professional Licensed Tour Guide
Meals are not included
Tips for the guide and driver
Personal Expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up all travelers. Please share your address or hotel name for the pick up.

Itinerary

Duration: 12 hours (approximately)
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    Gobeklitepe

    Travel to Göbeklitepe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back over 11,000 years. Often referred to as the cradle of civilization, Göbeklitepe features massive T-shaped stone pillars carved with animal motifs—predating Stonehenge by millennia and reshaping what we know about human history.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
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    BalIklIgol

    visit Balıklıgöl (the Pool of Abraham), a sacred site revered in Islamic tradition as the place where Prophet Abraham was miraculously saved from fire. See the cave believed to be his birthplace and enjoy a walk through the surrounding park and bazaar area, steeped in spiritual and cultural atmosphere.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
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    Sanliurfa Archeology and Mosaic Museum

    Şanlıurfa Archaeology Museum, one of Turkey’s finest, where artifacts from Göbeklitepe and the wider region provide deeper context to your visit. Next, explore the Haleplibahçe Mosaic Museum, showcasing exquisite Roman-era mosaics, including rare depictions of Amazon warrior queens.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Tags

Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Air Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Archaeology Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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