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Explore the first known temples in human history at the ancient site of Gobeklitepe. Benefit from transfers & domestic flights from Istanbul and back.

Highlights

• Marvel at the ancient sacred ruins of Gobekli Tepe
• Admire Edessa was always known as one of the most important places of the world
• Explore the excavation site with monolithic pillars linked by dry stone walls

Description

Visit the fascinating archeological site of Gobeklitepe on a full-day private tour from Istanbul. Explore this 11,500-year-old hilltop sanctuary, which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Start your day with an early morning pickup at your hotel. Transfer to the airport for a 2-hour-long flight to Sanliurfa, formerly known as Edessa. Edessa is noted as one of the most important holy places in the world. Upon arrival at the airport in Sanliurfa, you will meet your guide that will lead you to Gobeklitepe. The discovery of Gobeklitepe and its architecture has changed the entire known history of advanced civilizations. Archeologists believe it is the oldest religious site in the world. Explore its Neolithic collection of stone circles in this prehistoric site of worship. Learn how people built this structure 12,000 years ago using stone-age tools. Take a walk at the site of the excavation and find out recent findings. Give your feet a well-earned break by going to Sanliurfa and taking some time for yourself for lunch at a local restaurant. Savor the delicious flavors of southeast Turkey. You can also spend some time shopping in the local market. After making the most of your free time, transfer to Sanliurfa airport to take a flight back to Istanbul. Be met with a representative upon landing to transfer back to your hotel.

Includes

2 private transfers from hotel to airport and back Licensed guide by the Ministry of Tourism Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle 2 domestic flights from Istanbul to Sanliurfa and back Entrance to museums and sites

Important Information

• - Please provide your hotel name / location for the pickup service. Pickup / drop off service is provided from / to centrally located hotels at European side of Istanbul - Please provide full names of all participants with the passport details for domestic flights

Easy cancellation

This activity is non-refundable