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Ancient stone structures with columns and a large central opening. 1
A stone structure with geometric patterns and a metal tool. 2
An ancient building with columns and intricate floor mosaics. 3
A stone statue of a figure holding a bunch of grapes, standing in a niche with a decorative base. 4
Ancient ruins with columns and stone structures. 5
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Price is ฿39,330 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 17h
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  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Discover Şanlıurfa’s ancient treasures on a full-day tour of Karahantepe, Göbeklitepe, the Archaeology Museum, and Balıklıgöl, with a delicious local lunch included.

Activity location

  • Karahantepe
    • Sanliurfa, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Karahantepe
    • Sanliurfa, Turkiye

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From Istanbul Sanliurfa Karahantepe and Göbeklitepe Tour

  • Activity duration is 17 hours17h
    17h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 4:00
Price details
฿31,838.23 x 2 Adults฿63,676.46
Total
Price is ฿63,676.46
Until Sat, 14 Nov
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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Lunch
  • Inclusions
    Museum Tickets
  • Inclusions
    Entry/Admission - Göbekli Tepe
  • Inclusions
    Entry/Admission - Balikligol
  • Inclusions
    All Airport Transfers
  • Inclusions
    Entry/Admission - Karahan Tepe
  • Inclusions
    Entry/Admission - Sanliurfa Archaeological and Mosaic Museum
  • Inclusions
    Domestic Return Flights
  • Exclusions
    Personal Expenses
  • Exclusions
    Dinner

Know before you book

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Karahantepe

  • 5h
  • Admission ticket included
Your journey begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel in Istanbul at 04:30. You’ll be transferred to the airport for your 06:40 flight. Upon arrival at Şanlıurfa Airport around 08:40, our team will greet you and begin the tour. 1. Karahantepe Start the day with a visit to Karahantepe, one of the most remarkable Neolithic archaeological sites in the region, dating back to around 9,500 BC. Like Göbeklitepe, Karahantepe provides fascinating insights into the lives and beliefs of prehistoric communities. The site is particularly known for its monumental stone structures and human-shaped sculptures.

Potbelly Hill

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Continue to Göbeklitepe, one of the world's most important archaeological discoveries. Dating back approximately 12,000 years, the site contains monumental T-shaped stone pillars decorated with animal figures. Göbeklitepe offers a unique glimpse into the beliefs, rituals, and social life of some of the world's earliest communities.

Sanliurfa

  • 1h
Take a break for lunch at a local restaurant in Şanlıurfa. Enjoy traditional regional dishes and experience the distinctive flavours of Şanlıurfa cuisine, including the famous Urfa kebab.

Sanliurfa Archeology and Mosaic Museum

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
After lunch, visit the Şanlıurfa Archaeology Museum, home to an impressive collection of artefacts from the region's long history. The museum displays important archaeological finds from Göbeklitepe and other Neolithic settlements, helping visitors better understand the development of early human societies.

Balikligol

  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
Finish the tour at Balıklıgöl, one of Şanlıurfa's most famous landmarks. According to local tradition, this is the place where Prophet Abraham was thrown into the fire. The area includes the sacred pools, historic mosques, and a peaceful courtyard filled with local history and religious traditions. At the end of the day, you will be transferred to Şanlıurfa Airport for your return flight. Upon arrival in Istanbul, we will drop you off at your hotel, marking the end of an unforgettable journey.

Location

Activity location

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    Karahantepe
    • Sanliurfa, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Karahantepe
    • Sanliurfa, Turkiye

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