Skip to content
Vacantier

Activity Southeastern Anatolia, Turkey

Full Day Private VIP Tour in Karakus Cendere Arsemia & Mt Nemrut

3.0 (one review) 6–8 hours Free cancellation Private tour
Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Full Day Private VIP Tour in Karakus Cendere Arsemia & Mt Nemrut

About this activity

Explore the enchanting wonders of southeastern Turkey on a VIP daily tour! Start in the charming riverside town of Karakus, indulge in Turkish coffee, and absorb the Ottoman charm. Journey back in time at Cendere with Roman remnants and the awe-inspiring Tomb of Septimius Severus.

Transition to the elegance of the Greco-Roman world at Arsemia, where the Temple of Artemis and the Nymphaeum await. Immerse yourself in the Agora's marketplace and savor the region's golden honey. The highlight is Mount Nemrut, offering panoramic views and colossal statues at the Tomb of King Antiochus I Theos, creating an unforgettable experience.

This VIP tour is a blend of history, culture, and adventure, promising memories to last a lifetime. Share your preferences for a personalized itinerary! Lace up your shoes and get ready for an extraordinary journey through southeastern Turkey's hidden treasures.

NOTED: This Tour times 4-5 hour for destinations, but also 2-3 hours have transportation service.

Day Trips Bus Tours Private and Luxury Private Sightseeing Tours Cultural Tours Historical Tours Archaeology Tours Car Tours

At a glance

Duration
6–8 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–10
Written guide
English
Operated by
Blue Bosphorus Tours

Ages: Children (6–12 years) · Adults (13–70 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Lunch

Itinerary

  1. Karakus Tumulusu

    30 min Admission included

    The Karakus Tumulus is an ancient funerary monument located in southeastern Turkey, built by King Mithridates II of Commagene in the 1st century BCE. The tumulus is a large mound of earth surrounded by three groups of Doric columns. It served as a hierothesion, a sacred sanctuary for the royal family's spirits. The tumulus is named after the eagle sculpture that once adorned its summit.

  2. Cendere Bridge

    45 min Admission included

    The Cendere Bridge, also known as the Severan Bridge, is a Roman bridge located in southeastern Turkey. Built in the 2nd century AD, it is one of the world's oldest still-in-use bridges. The bridge is 120 meters long and 7 meters wide. We will go to the lake restaurant, “Neset’in Yeri Restaurant,” from 12:30 to 13:00 to take your lunch.

  3. Arsemia Antik Kenti

    one hour Admission included

    Arsemia, also known as Nymphaios Arsameia, was the summer capital of the Kingdom of Commagene, located in present-day Adıyaman Province, Turkey. It flourished from the 2nd century BCE to the 1st century CE. The city's ruins include the Royal Palace, the Temple of Mithras, and the Hierothesion. Arsemia was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999.

  4. Mount Nemrut

    2 hours Admission included

    Mount Nemrut, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in southeastern Turkey, is famed for its colossal statues of gods and goddesses and its breathtaking sunsets. Perched atop the mountain's eastern and western terraces, these statues appear to come alive in the ethereal glow of the setting sun. As the surrounding mountains fade into shadows, the landscape transforms into a mesmerizing spectacle of fiery oranges, deep reds, and vibrant pinks. Witnessing a sunset atop Mount Nemrut is an unforgettable experience, offering a unique blend of natural beauty, historical significance, and profound connection with the universe.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

  • Tassaray BardakcI Hotel
  • Adiyaman Airport
  • Rabat Resort Hotel
  • Kommagene Hotel
  • White Star Hotel
  • Park Dedeman Adiyaman
  • Ramada by Wyndham Adiyaman

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Traveller ratings

3.0 out of 5 · one review
5
0%
4
0%
3
100%
2
0%
1
0%

Activities, prices and reviews are from Viator. Booking and payment happen on Viator; Vacantier may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Full Day Private VIP Tour in Karakus Cendere Arsemia & Mt Nemrut

Pick a day to see the times and the price

Necessary cookies keep the site running and cannot be switched off. With your consent we also load Google Analytics, which tells us how the site is used, and our affiliate partners' scripts (Travelpayouts, Kiwi.com), which set cookies to credit us with bookings made through us. Details in the Cookie Policy.

  • Necessary

    The session, form protection, signing in, your chosen currency and this choice. The site does not work without them.

    Always on
  • Analytics

    Google Analytics. Counts visits and which pages and offers are used, so we know what to improve. It never receives your name, email or account.

  • Marketing and affiliate

    The Travelpayouts scripts and the Kiwi.com flight search. They set their own cookies, through which the partner knows you came from Vacantier.