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Visit the fascinating archeological site of Gobeklitepe on a full-day private tour from Istanbul. Explore this 12,000-year-old hilltop sanctuary, which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Start your day with an early morning pickup at your hotel. Transfer to the airport for a 2-hour flight to Sanliurfa, formerly known as Edessa. Edessa is noted as one of the most important holy places in the world. Upon arrival at the Sanliurfa airport, you will meet with driver and transfer to tour meetingpoint then meet with guide that will lead you to Gobeklitepe. The discovery of Gobeklitepe and its architecture has changed the entire known history of advanced civilizations. Archeologists believe it is the oldest religious site in the world. Explore its Neolithic collection of stone circles in this prehistoric site of worship. Learn how people built this structure 12,000 years ago using stone-age tools. Take a walk at the site of the excavation and find out recent findings.
You will be picked-up from your hotel in Istanbul and transfer to the airport. Then Fly to Sanliurfa. Upon your arrival to Sanliurfa airport meet with your driver and private vehicle, first we have our light breakfast.
Upon your arrival to Sanliurfa airport meet with your driver and private vehicle, first we have our light breakfast.
Sanliurfa Archeology and Mosaic Museum Urfa has been occupied since the Babylonians followed by the Hurrites, Hittites, Assyrians, Greeks. We will visit Urfa Archaeological Museum. This museum exhibit a huge collection, founded from Harran and Gobeklitepe Area.
Mevlid-i Halilulrahman MagarasI While in Urfa we will visit the cave where the prophet Abraham was born. Then, walk through the local covered bazaar of Sanliurfa. Walk through the town to discover the many hidden treasures.
Gobeklitepe We will see Gobeklitepe, a hilltop sanctuary erected on the highest point of an elongated mountain ridge some 15 km northeast of the town of Urfa. Pools of Holy CarpWhat makes Gobeklitepe unique in its class is the date it was built, which is roughly twelve thousand years ago, circa 10,000 BC.
Fish Lake Park and Anzileyh We will also visit the holy sites at the Ainzelha, a lake with millions of domesticated fish. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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. After Harran we will drive to the airport to fly back to Istanbul.
Ends of the Gobeklitepe tour transfer to Sanliurfa Airport fly back to Istanbul.
Upon your arrival your guide will deliver you to the transfer vehicle from airport to your hotel.
Pick up from central located hotels in istanbul city centre on the European side of Istanbul
Private Göbeklitepe Tour from Istanbul by Plane lasts about 16–18 hours. The itinerary has 9 stops.
Prices start at $946 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Yes, pickup is offered. Pick up from central located hotels in istanbul city centre on the European side of Istanbul Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyFf21tccmNtPudakPQfIMkg=, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyPIrZGfQC1Xv2GvY+JaMy1U=.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
Private Göbeklitepe Tour from Istanbul by Plane | 16–18 hours | — | $946 | |
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