3-Day Private Cultural Heritage Tour: Şanlıurfa – Göbekli Tepe – Mount Nemrut – Harran

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Tour Package Overview

Explore the mystical lands of Southeastern Anatolia with a curated 3-day private journey through Şanlıurfa, Göbekli Tepe, Mount Nemrut, and Harran. From the cradle of civilization to the divine thrones of forgotten kings, this tour blends archaeology, history, and sacred legend. All logistics are handled professionally — allowing you to focus entirely on discovery.

Great For :

Families and Couples Looking for a Relaxed Day

History & Culture Enthusiasts

Photography & Scenery Lovers

First-Time Visitors to Istanbul

Highlights

📍 Direct round-trip domestic flights between Istanbul and Şanlıurfa
📍 Private transportation with professional driver throughout the tour
📍 Expert English-speaking licensed regional guide
📍 Entrance tickets to all sites and museums included
📍 2 nights in a charming boutique hotel with daily breakfast
📍 3 traditional lunches at authentic local restaurants
📍 Comprehensive cultural exploration of 4 UNESCO-listed regions

What's Included

✅ Round-trip domestic flights Istanbul – Şanlıurfa – Istanbul
✅ All airport and intercity transfers with private chauffeured vehicle
✅ 2 nights in a boutique hotel in Şanlıurfa (standard double room with breakfast)
✅ 2 hotel breakfasts, 3 lunches in authentic regional restaurants
✅ All museum and archaeological site entries (Göbekli Tepe, Mount Nemrut, Harran, Urfa Museums)
✅ Licensed professional English-speaking local guide for all 3 days
✅ Bottled water in the vehicle, parking fees, and local taxes

Tour Plan

Day Day 1 - Arrival in Şanlıurfa – Göbekli Tepe & Sacred Sites of the Old City

Day Day 1

📍 Morning:

Early private transfer from your Istanbul hotel to the airport
Direct domestic flight to Şanlıurfa (Urfa)
Meet & greet at Şanlıurfa GAP Airport by your private guide and driver

📍 Midday – Old City of Urfa Exploration:

Balıklıgöl (The Pool of Sacred Fish) – Visit the revered site believed to be where Prophet Abraham was cast into the fire
Halil-ur Rahman & Rızvaniye Mosques – Reflect at these iconic Ottoman-era religious sites
Covered Bazaar & Gümrük Han – Enjoy a short walk through the vibrant local market and traditional caravanserai
Şanlıurfa Archaeological & Mosaic Museums – Admire artifacts ranging from Neolithic to Ottoman, including rare finds from Göbekli Tepe (Museum entry tickets included)

🍽️ Lunch: Local restaurant serving traditional Urfa kebabs and mezes

📍 Afternoon – Visit Göbekli Tepe:

Explore Göbekli Tepe, the world’s oldest known temple complex (dated to 9600 BC)
Walk among towering T-shaped pillars, learn about the mystery of early human worship, and enjoy panoramic views of the Mesopotamian plain
Guided interpretation at the visitor center and site

🏨 Evening:

Return to Şanlıurfa
Check-in at a selected boutique hotel in the historic center

🍴 Overnight Stay in Şanlıurfa

Day Day 2 - Full-Day Tour to Mount Nemrut & Commagene Kingdom

Day Day 2

🥣 Early Breakfast at the hotel

📍 Departure:

Depart early in the morning for a scenic drive to Mount Nemrut (approx. 3 hours), with commentary and comfort stops along the way

📍 On the Route:

Karakuş Tumulus – Royal burial mound of Commagene princesses
Cendere Roman Bridge – A magnificent 2nd-century bridge still standing over the Kahta River
Arsameia – Ruins of the ancient Commagene summer capital and unique inscriptions

📍 Mount Nemrut Summit:

Ascend to the peak of Nemrut Dağı (2,134 m)
Behold the colossal stone heads and thrones of the gods built by King Antiochus I
Learn about the fusion of Greek and Persian deities in the Commagene culture
Enjoy a breathtaking view over the Euphrates Valley (sunset or afternoon lighting depending on season)

🍽️ Lunch: Local restaurant.

🏨 Evening Return:

Drive back to Şanlıurfa
Free evening for rest or a stroll in the bazaar district

🍴 Overnight Stay in Şanlıurfa

Day Day 3 - Harran Ancient City & Return to Istanbul

Day Day 3

🥣 Breakfast & Hotel Check-Out

📍 Morning Drive to Harran (1 hour)

Visit the Ancient City of Harran, once a major center of Mesopotamian astronomy and Islamic learning
Discover the remains of Harran Castle, the oldest Islamic university, and beehive-style traditional mudbrick houses
Opportunity to enter a traditional Harran home and experience local hospitality
Entrance tickets included

🍽️ Lunch: In a local village-style restaurant serving regional dishes

📍 Afternoon Free Time: