1 Night and 2 Days Private Gobeklitepe Tour from Istanbul

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(4 reviews)
Istanbul, Turkey

2 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 2 more

Explore the historical and mysterious origins of civilization with a two-day private tour to Göbekli Tepe and Karahan Tepe. Departing from Istanbul, this exclusive journey takes you into the heart of ancient Mesopotamia in southeastern Turkey, far from the typical tourist crowds.

Our expert guides will lead you through these remarkable Neolithic sites, revealing the history, mythology, and religious traditions of the area. You'll also experience the authentic hospitality and unique gastronomy of the region, ensuring a safe and enriching cultural adventure.

Be prepared to be amazed at the Şanlıurfa Museum, which holds the largest collection of Neolithic artifacts in the world, including incredible discoveries from the very sites you visit.

This tour can be fully customized to your unique interests and preferences, creating a truly personal and unforgettable experience.

What's Included

Transfers in Istanbul, hotel-airport-hotel
2 breakfast , second day on the hotel
Flight tickets Istanbul to Şanlıurfa and Şanlıurfa to Istanbul
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional tour guide
Accommodation (Bed and Breakfast)
Lunches and dinners

Meeting and pickup

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

Guests staying at any hotel in Istanbul can simply share their location with us via WhatsApp—we’ll be happy to arrange pickup directly from their hotel.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    gobeklitepe günü

    4 stops
  • 1
    Gobeklitepe

    Göbeklitepe, which means "belly hill", is the oldest known temple in human history, and the first religious center on earth. Approximately 20 temples have been discovered in the region, and so far, six temples have been unearthed. The level of soil at the location of the building shows that the building was buried by human hands, not naturally. Göbeklitepe was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2018 and included in the World Heritage List. You can see at least 15 buildings and more than 200 obelisks, T-shaped columns, whose lengths between 3 and 6 meters, are thought to be stylized human figures. 3-dimensional lion relief. These figures strengthen the possibility that lions lived in Anatolia during the Neolithic period. The discovery of Göbeklitepe is an indication that settled life was passed through the temple, not agriculture. Before Göbeklitepe, all history books stated that the transition to settled life occurred with the emergence of farming and animal husbandry.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Sanliurfa Archeology and Mosaic Museum

    Sanlıurfa Archaeological Museum: After Gobekli Tepe, visit the Sanlıurfa Archaeological Museum to further immerse yourself in the historical artifacts of the region. Visitors to the Museum will have the opportunity to view a range of fascinating exhibits, including the oldest statue in the world, an imitation of the Göbeklitepe D Temple, the original Nevali Çori Temple, numerous periodic animations, about 13,200 artifacts, and some of the most aesthetically pleasing mosaics in the world at the New Şanlıurfa Museum.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 3
    BalIklIgol

    Experience the beauty of Abraham Pool and its cave through scenic views and nature walks. Balıklıgol, the Pool of Abraham is famous for its significance in Jewish and Islamic legends, where it is believed that Nimrod threw Abraham into a fire. The Cave of Abraham is a famous pilgrimage site in Urfa, believed to be the birthplace of Prophet Abraham. Devotees go there to pray and pay their respects to one of history's most revered prophets. The cruel King Nimrod ordered all newborn children to be killed upon learning of Abraham's coming birth, so he spent about ten years of his life in the cave as protection. A praying area has been constructed inside the cave, but the exact spot where Abraham was born is protected by a glass encasement. There are also faucets inside the cave where devotees can wash their hands with holy water. To enter the cave, you must go through the same courtyard as the Mevlid-I Halil Mosque.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Gumruk Han

    We discover the magnificent taste of the Pistachio Coffee made from wild pistachios in the 440-year-old Gumruk Han, located in the center of the historical bazaars, and as the proverb goes, "A cup of coffee is remembered for forty years", we start a lifelong friendship with our guest.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    karahan tepe

    4 stops
  • 5

    Karahan Tepe is an archaeological site in Şanlıurfa Province in Turkey. The site is close to Göbekli Tepe and archaeologists have also uncovered T-shaped stelae there. The excavations have uncovered 250 obelisks featuring animal figures. The site is located near Yağmurlu and roughly 46 kilometers east of Göbekli Tepe, which is often called its sister site. It is part of the Göbeklitepe Culture and Karahantepe Excavations project. The area is known as “Keçilitepe” by local people. It is part of a region of similar sites now being uncovered known as the Taş Tepeler.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 6

    The word Soğmatar comes from the word "Matar" in Arabic that means rain. It is believed that in the region, Prophet Moses escaped from Pharaoh, and engaged in farming here and that one of the well holes was opened by the miraculous scepter of Prophet Moses. ​ In the centre of the town is a hill with remnants of a civilization that dates back to the 2nd century, during this time it was a pagan centre. The hill was an outside sanctuary, originally the seven temples, and each temple on a different hill; the Sun, Moon, Saturn, Jupiter, Mars, Venus, and Mercury. More investigation revealed this was a grave monument and sacred area which is thought to be a representation of Mare-late, the Lord of Gods, with those praying to the centre of the hill similar to modern prayers towards Mecca. In Sogmatar, You will visit Pognon’s Cave, sacred hill, and Mars temple.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Harran

    we will visit nearby Harran and see the incredible beehive houses. Harran- according to the Bible- was the site where prophet Abraham spent a few years with his family before moving on to Israel, the Promised Land. There are exceptional photo opportunities in this area.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 8

    bee houses you must see

    15 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • I will be the one to handle the plane ticket that we will be using to reach our destination.
  • We will be sending the plane ticket next 24 hours after booking.
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