Urfa to Mt Nemrut on a Fascinating 4 days Tour

4 days Free cancellation Private tour

Urfa to Mt Nemrut on a Fascinating 4 days Tour, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

This is a great tour to see some amazing places in Turkey where you will first start with Gaziantep one of the modern provinces of South-Eastern Anatolian Region and also one of the oldest of Hittite origin. Being the centre of pistachio nut cultivation where you will get a chance to taste Baklava (sweet pastry) and with its extensive olive groves and vineyards.

Next, you will go to Şanlıurfa (the Prophets' City; also known as Urfa), is a pilgrimage town and spiritual centre. This is where the prophets Job and Abraham left their marks, and the Dergah complex of mosques and the holy Gölbaşı area is imbued with a compelling atmosphere redolent of the Middle East. Also the nearby temple of Göbekli Tepe is one of eastern Turkey's unmissable destinations.

You will also visit Mount Nemrut, one the highest peaks of the Mesopotamia, with a summit at 2,206 metres above sea level and contains the tomb of King Antiochus I of Commagene that was commissioned by himself.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 days
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: German, English, French
Operated by: Goodman Tours

Ages: Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entry fees to the sites and museums
Included: Breakfast at the hotel
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Breakfast
Included: All accommodation
Included: Professional and experienced licensed guide during the tours

Not included

Not included: Other services not mentioned
Not included: Personal expenses
Not included: Tips and gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

Day 1 · Cappadocia - Gaziantep

Kahramanmaras

2 hours

After some breakfast at your hotel, you will depart from your hotel at approximately 08:00.

Your first stop will be at Kahramanmaras for lunch and a taste of its famous ice cream before continuing onto visit the world-famous Gaziantep Mosaic Museum.
Gaziantep Museum

2 hours Admission included

This museum exhibits superb mosaics discovered on the Roman site of Belkıs-Zeugma before the Birecik Dam flooded and damaged most of the site.
Gaziantep Castle

one hour Admission included

We will then visit the old city castle which is located in the centre of the city and copper bazaar which is one of the most special and oldest bazaars in Turkey, and you can find a variety of copper handicrafts.
Gaziantep

2 hours

We will also have the chance to taste famous baklava; a sweet pastry made of layers of filo full of chopped nuts and sweetened and held together with syrup or honey (Baklava is originally from Gaziantep). After visiting the city, drive to hotel and check-in. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Gaziantep.

Hotel in Gaziantep

Day 2 · Gaziantep - Urfa

Sanliurfa

one hour

After breakfast, check-out from your hotel and drive to Sanliurfa which has been occupied since the Babylonians were followed by the Hurrites, Hittites, Assyrians and Greeks.
Haleplibahce Mozaik Muzesi

4 hours Admission included

Today we will visit Urfa Archaeological Museum that exhibits a vast collection, founded from Harran and Gobekli Tepe Area. We will also see the holy sites at the Ainzelha, which is a lake that has millions of domesticated fish.

We will also 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 then the evening is at your leisure.

Hotel in Urfa

Day 3 · Sanliurfa – Mt. Nemrut

Harran Ruins

2 hours Admission included

After you have had breakfast at the hotel, we will visit nearby Harran and see the incredible beehive houses. Harran which the Bible states were the place where prophet Abraham spent some years with his family before moving to Israel, the Promised Land. There are some exceptional photo opportunities in this area.
Gobeklitepe

3 hours Admission included

In the afternoon drive to Kahta city and on the way, you will see Gobekli Tepe, a hilltop sanctuary that is erected on the highest point of a mountain ridge 15 km northeast of the town of Urfa.

What makes Gobeklitepe different in its class is the date it was constructed, which is around twelve thousand years ago, in 10,000 BC.
Mount Nemrut

3 hours Admission included

In the afternoon take a hike to the summit of the mount Nemrut (one of the most popular UNESCO world cultural heritage sites) and watch the sunset, be in awe of the colossal heads and the statues of ancient deities, as you take a step into mythology. This magnificent landmark sits at an elevation of 8000 ft.

The mountain top complex is made up of two flat areas that are strewn with statues and are separated by a false peak of crushed rock. Antiochus constructed the entire complex around 2000 years ago as a dedication to his divine ancestry.

Also, you should take time to visit the old castle, Arsemeia, cross over the still functioning Cendere Bridge (Septimius Severus bridge) dating back to the 3rd century and Tumulus Tomb of Karakus.

Hotel in Adiyaman

Day 4 · Departure Day

Stop 1

one hour Admission included

After you have had breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Adiyaman Airport and fly back to Istanbul or any other destination.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

ibis Gaziantep
Ada Hotel
Hampton By Hilton Gaziantep
Kucuk Velic Hotel
Aynur Hanim Konagi Butik Otel
Novotel Gaziantep
Palmiye Hotel Gaziantep
Grand Hotel Gaziantep
Antik Belkis Han
Hotel Kaleli
Ali Bey Konagi
Sirehan Hotel

and 10 more pickup points

We will pick you up from your hotel in Gaziantep

Cancellation

Free cancellation

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.