Istanbul To Nemrut And Gobekli Tepe 3 Day Private Tour

Today we travel to Ataturk Dam which is in Halfeti. There are amazing views and take plenty of opportunities to take awesome pictures.

Halfeti Ancient City & Boat Cruise

Once we reach the ancient town of Halfeti, we will spend some time visiting the highlights before taking a cruise along the Euphrates river.

Kelaynak Bird Sanctuary

When the cruise is over we will visit a unique bird sanctuary in Birecik. You will see the Ibis birds, a species endemic to this region that is very rare.

Sanliurfa City Center

Next, we head to Sanliurfa where you will tour the city centre before heading to your accommodation. 

Overnight Sanliurfa City

Today will find us at the site of the oldest sites in the world at Gobekli Tepe.

Sanliurfa Historical Bazaar

This city has traditions and history that dates back generations with stories being told in religious texts. The pool at Sanliurfa is the site where God saved Abraham from an evil king who tried to throw Abraham into a fire pit, but the fire was turned to water and the burning logs changed to fish. There are still fish living in the pool. There is a cave nearby carved out of the rock by Abraham, today a museum has been erected around it for its preservation, many visitors come to see the place where Abraham lead a simple life with his family.

Gobekli Tepe has been excavated unearthing ruins that date back to different time periods. Discovered in 1996 it is believed to be a sanctuary and documented that the the statues, monuments and general buildings date back  between 6,000 and 12,000 years ago, predating the pyramids by 6000 years.

Harran

Northern Harran dates back as far as the 3rd Millennium. Once a prosperous city of Mesopotamia and a trade route between the Mediterranean and the Tigris Plains, over the centuries there have been many fierce battles as many wanted to rule these great lands including the Persian Empire, Alexander the Great, the Seleucid Empire, Roman Empire, and the Muslim Arabs. 

At the end of your time in Harran we will take you to the airport to catch a flight back to Istanbul.

Flight to Istanbul

After your incredible 3 days it will be time to say goodbye, you will jump on a plane bound for Istanbul where your tour will come to an end.