2-Day Mount Nemrut and Gobekli Tepe Tour from Istanbul
Overview
Discover ancient wonders on a 2-day tour from Istanbul to Mount Nemrut and Göbekli Tepe. Marvel at the colossal stone heads of Nemrut and explore the mystical Göbekli Tepe, the world’s oldest temple. Immerse in history and culture, with comfortable travel and insightful guides. Book now for a journey back in time!
Itinerary
Day 1Fly from Istanbul to Adıyaman - Nemrut Mount Tour
Your adventure starts with a hotel pickup in Istanbul, leading to the airport for your flight to Adıyaman. Upon arrival at Adıyaman Airport, you'll be greeted by our team, who will have a sign with your name on it. The tour begins with a delightful lunch at a local restaurant in Adıyaman.
Next, you will visit the ancient Cendere Bridge, a remarkable structure from the Roman era. The exploration continues at Arsemia Ancient City, the once capital of the Commagene Civilization. Then, you'll proceed to the Tumulus of Karakus, the mausoleum of King I.
Antiochos of Commagene. The highlight of the day is a visit to Nemrut Mountain for a breathtaking sunset, followed by an overnight stay in Şanlıurfa.
- Overnight in Şanlıurfa
- Included Meal(s): Lunch
Day 2Gobeklitepe Tour - Fly back to Istanbul
After breakfast at your hotel in Şanlıurfa, the tour takes you to Gobeklitepe, an ancient site that predates the Egyptian Pyramids. After lunch at a local restaurant, the next destination is the Sanliurfa Mosaic Museum, showcasing the rich history of the region.
You will then explore the Sanliurfa Archeology Museum, one of Turkey's largest, providing an insight into the area's past. The tour's next visit is to the Pool of Abraham, a site revered by both Muslims and Christians. At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to Sanliurfa Airport for your late evening return flight to Istanbul, scheduled between 8:00 – 11:00 pm.
This marks the END OF OUR SERVICE and TOURS.
- Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Lunch
What's included
- Pick up from Istanbul hotel and transfer to Istanbul Airport (on the European side of Istanbul only)
- Domestic flight tickets from Istanbul to Adıyaman and from Şanlıurfa to Istanbul only
- 1-night stay in a 3-star hotel in Şanlıurfa
- Göbeklitepe & Nemrut Mount Tour
- English-speaking guide during the tours
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary: (B) breakfast, (L) lunch
- Entrance fees mentioned by the itinerary
- Local taxes and service charges
What's not included
- Drop off transportation service from Istanbul (IST ) Airport OR Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) Airport to Istanbul Hotel upon returning to Istanbul.
- Optional tours mentioned in the program, they will be provided at an additional cost.
- Services not mentioned in the program.
- Dinner and Drinks.
- Travel insurance (recommended).
Good to know
- This is a regular group tour, but if requested at cost can be provided as a private tour.
- The regular group tour has shopping stops included in the tour.
- The order of the itinerary is indicative and subject to change, but all visits described will take place.
- For 1 traveler: 1 Single Room Accommodation
- For 2 travelers: 1 Double/Twin Room Accommodation
- For 3 travelers: 1 Triple Room Accommodation
- For 4 travelers: 2 Double/Twin Rooms Accommodation
- For 5 travelers: 1 Double/Twin Room and 1 Triple Room Accommodation
- The normal arrival time in Istanbul is between 8:00 – 11:00 pm. If you are planning on reserving your plane back home that same day, we recommend you book a plane ticket from 1:30 am onwards, to avoid missing your flight.
- On flights luggage allowance is 15 kg per person for checked in luggage. For carry-on, you can take up to 8 kg per person. One carry-on is allowed per person.
We offer hotel pick-up services for drop-off at the airport from locations on the European side of Istanbul, specifically in the districts of Taksim, Şişli, Sultanahmet, Eminönü, Fatih, Beşiktaş, Karaköy, and Bakırköy. Pick-ups are scheduled around 3:50 a.m., but this can vary based on flight schedules.
If you’re situated on the Anatolian side or outside of these districts, you’ll need to arrange your own airport transportation.
What to bring
- Hiking shoes
- Camera
Frequently asked questions
What is your cancellation and refund policy?
If you need to cancel or change your travel dates, you must notify All Istanbul Tours at least 5 days before the tour starts. For a cancellation or date-change request received at least 5 days before the tour starts, the cost of all non-refundable flight and bus tickets will be deducted from the paid balance. For a cancellation or date-change request received less than 5 days before the tour starts, the full amount paid is non-refundable. If a traveler does not appear for the booked service, the reservation is treated as a no-show and the full amount paid is non-refundable.
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