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Tours/Istanbul/Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide

Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide

5.0(2)Istanbul17 hours
VIATOR5.0(2)
Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide
Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide
Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide
Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide
Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide
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Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide
Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide
Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide
Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide
Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide
Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide
Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide
Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide
Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide
Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide
Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide
Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide
Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide
Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide
Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide

At a glance

Duration
17 hours
Price from
$799 / person
Location
Istanbul, Türkiye
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 2 reviews
Languages
DE, EN, ES
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
SELİM BAKIR TURİZM

Description

Travel back 12,000 years on a private day trip to Göbeklitepe, the world’s oldest known temple—predating Stonehenge and the Egyptian pyramids by millennia. Built during the Pre-Pottery Neolithic Age, this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers a rare glimpse into early human civilization. Your journey includes: - Round-trip flights from Istanbul - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Private VIP transport - All entrance fees included - Visits to Göbeklitepe, Kızılkoyun Caves, and Urfa’s top museums.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Next available
Thu, Oct 22
Adult (ages 18+)
$799

Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $1,199.

Larger groups pay less per person.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 21.

Tour Options

Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide

Pickup included

Itinerary

Gobeklitepe
Admission included180 min

Göbekli Tepe is one of the most extraordinary archaeological discoveries in the world. Dating back over 12,000 years, it predates writing, pottery, and even agriculture—making it the oldest known ritual complex ever uncovered. This awe-inspiring site continues to reshape our understanding of early human civilization. Don’t miss the chance to experience the mystery and majesty of Göbekli Tepe firsthand.

Haleplibahce Mozaik Muzesi
Admission included120 min

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, a Prophet Abraham Animation, about 10,000 artifacts, and some of the most aesthetically pleasing mosaics in the world at the New Şanlıurfa Museum.

BalIklIgol
60 min

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.

KIzIlkoyun Nekropolu
Admission included30 min

Necropolis area of ​​the city of Edessa from the Roman period. We will have the opportunity to visit these graves in the caves.

Admission included30 min

It is stated that the two-storey historical inn, built with cut Urfa stone and from whose courtyard flows the water of Balıklıgöl, which is rumored to be the place where Prophet Abraham was born and was thrown into the fire, was one of the places where commercial activities were carried out during the Ottoman period.

Admission included40 min

end of the day we drive back to şanlıurfa airport

Admission included100 min

fly back to istanbul around 8:00 pm

Sultanahmet District
Admission included60 min

you will meet your driver at the istanbul airport, and he will drive you your hotel we pick you up this morning

What's included

Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
istanbul-Şanlıurfa and Şanlıurfa -İstanbul flight tickets
tour guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gobeklitepe, Urfa Archeology Museum and Halepli Bahçe Mosaic museum
transfer from hotel to istanbul airport and istanbul airport to hotel where we pickup
Not included
Lunch

Pickup Locations & Times

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.

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0
2 reviews
5
2
4
0
3
0
2
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1
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Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation

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

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide take?

Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide lasts about 17 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.

How much does Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide cost?

Prices start at $799 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $1,199. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.

Can I cancel Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. 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. Pickup points include Park Inn by Radisson Istanbul Airport, Odayeri, Eresin Hotels Sultanahmet - Boutique Class.

What languages is Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide offered in?

The experience is available in DE, EN, ES.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 4 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible Wheelchair accessible

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Istanbul: Gobeklitepe Day Trip with Flights & Guide worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 2 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by SELİM BAKIR TURİZM.

Reviews(2)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

S
shawns2993
May 25, 2026 · via Viator
A Truly Awesome Day

This was an amazing day from start to finish. Selim is a very wonderful person, inside and out. Not only did he show, and explain these historical sites, he went out of his way to ensure your time was well spent. You feel like you are apart of his family. From the taxi rides, to the airport, he took pride in providing you the best possible experience. I can’t thank him enough….a day I won’t soon forget. Thank you from the bottom of my heart Selim! Worth every penny!

Operator response

thank you shawn

M
Matthew_F
August 25, 2025 · via Viator
Wonderful day! So organised!

We had a wonderful day with our guide Selim. The whole day went off without any issues at all. The communication about the transfers and the flights was perfect and left us feeling super confident about the day. It was a such a great day and we learnt so much from Selim. I can definitely recommend doing this tour as the organisation and communication is excellent leaving you to relax and experience a wonderful site with a wonderful guide. Thanks Selim!

Operator response

thank you very much for booking our tour and nice review regarding our service. its a long day tour, but so glad you enjoyed it.best regards . you are more than wellcome anytime

$799/ person
5.0(2)
Duration17 hours
LanguagesDE, EN, ES
ConfirmationInstant
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

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

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