Private Mount Nemrut and Göbekli Tepe
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Set off from Cappadocia and finish in Istanbul on this five day adventure through the south east of Turkey – a spirited mix of ancient wonders, soulful cities and big landscapes. Watch sunset blaze over Mount Nemrut’s colossal statues, trace royal Kommagene history and roll past the vast Ataturk Dam. In Sanliurfa you’ll visit the Holy Pools of Abraham and the cave linked to his birth, then dive into Gobekli Tepe, the game changing site rewriting human history. Expect to see Harran’s beehive houses, exquisite mosaics at Haleplibahce and Zeugma, and a tranquil boat trip at Halfeti’s sunken town – before flying back to vibrant Istanbul.
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Tour Overview
Duration
5 daysHotel Rating
4 - 5 star hotelsStarts
CappadociaEnds
IstanbulMinimum Age
No minimum ageMaximum Age
Maximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in Turkey that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
NoDeparture Transfer
NoTour Guide
Professional English-speaking tour guideCountry
TurkeyMeals Included
Breakfast: 4, Dinner: 3Tour Style
Group Size
Min 2 / Max Private Tour
Min 2 / Max Private Tour
Trip Type
Private Tours
Travel Style
Private Tours
Private Tours
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
Partially Guided
Partially Guided
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour pace
Medium
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical rating
Easy
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
These ratings are a general guide and may vary from tour to tour.
Tour Guide
Professional English-speaking tour guideGroup Size
Min 2 / Max Private TourRange
Private Tours
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
Partially Guided
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
Medium
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
Easy
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Private ToursPassengers
$5,800.00
$2,900.00
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Tour Highlights
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Cappadocia to Adiyaman
You will be collected this morning from your hotel in Cappadocia (not included).
Leaving Cappadocia early, you journey to Adiyaman via Kahramanmaras, arriving for a sublime sunset on Mount Nemrut. Ascend to the Tumulus of Antiochos to contemplate the colossal statues and the monumental tomb sanctuary of ancient Commagene – long concealed by time for nearly two millennia – as the summit glows with the day’s last light.
Day 2 - Ataturk Dam, Harran & Sanliurfa
After breakfast, continue to Sanliurfa via the Ataturk Dam and the storied town of Harran, famed for its mud brick houses and ancient city walls. In Sanliurfa, you visit the Holy Pools of Abraham and the cave revered as the birthplace of the Prophet Abraham – a place steeped in tradition and calm.
Day 3 - Exploring Gobekli Tepe & Sanliurfa
Your day begins at Gobekli Tepe, a groundbreaking archaeological site whose earliest ritual structures date back roughly 11,000 to 13,000 years, predating pottery, writing, Stonehenge and the Pyramids. You then explore the Haleplibahce Mosaic Museum, Kizilkoyun Nekropolis and the Sanliurfa Archaeology Museum to round out the story of the region.
Day 4 - Gaziantep, Halfeti Boat Trip & Fly to Istanbul
Drive to Gaziantep for a captivating boat trip at Halfeti, gliding over tranquil waters to view the evocative sunken town. Afterwards, you visit the Zeugma Mosaic Museum – home to magnificent mosaics recovered from the ancient city of Zeugma – before your flight back to Istanbul.
Day 5 - Istanbul
After breakfast your journey concludes - make your own way to the airport or your next destination.
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Extras and add-ons
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Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Prices & Dates
"Double/Twin" prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to anyone wanting the privacy of their own room.
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