Hattusa, the capital of the Hittites, who started the historical ages in Anatolia, the cradle of civilization, and Yazılıkaya, are places worth seeing. This private tour will literally take you on a journey through history and will give you an unforgettable experience.
Private Guided Tour of Hattusa: Discover the Hittite Capital from Cappadocia
$944
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About This Tour
Inclusions
Professional Experienced Guide
Lunch
Museum Tickets
All Taxes
Exclusions
All Personal Expenses
Tips
Tour Plan
To get Hattusa we need to drive from Cappadocia to Bağazkale wich will take around 3 hours
After, we continue to the spectacular city of Hattusa - this sprawling city set on the acropolis - now all in ruins - was the capital of the Hittite empire. As we make our way around and through the grounds we will see excellent carvings and pillars adorning the entrances - including the magnificent Lion's Gate as well as Sphinx-like carvings. We will also see a great example piece of engineering the pottern tunnel by the royal city walls. After our adventure in the open-air, we will have lunch at a local restaurant featuring traditional meals.
In the afternoon we will visit the local archeology museum of Bogazkoy bearing examples of artifacts from the anatolian civilizations in a chronological order, with an emphasis on the Hittite and Hattusa remains,such as written tablets stamps, bronze tools etc. After visiting the museum, we will make our way back to Cappadocia by early evening
This 1-day tour departs and returns to Cappadocia and features both the ancient city and the spectacular archaeology museum. Your English-speaking professionally-licensed guide and driver will meet you at your area hotel to make the drive to the heart of the ancient Hittite civilization. Our first stop is at the Hittite ceremonial site - Yazilkaya (Rock Inscriptions - in Turkish). This open-air natural shrine, with wonderful reliefs of the gods and goddesses cut into the rock walls, was home to fresh water springs and is thought to have been a place of worship.
After our visit to the Capital of Hittites we will drive back to Cappadocia
Meeting / Pickup
Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- We pick up our travellers from any hotel in Cappadocia. Also we can provide pick up from two different airports near Cappadocia (Kayseri and Nevsehir Airport)
Cancellation Policy
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 1000 days or less before the event
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4 Comments
4.4
Exploring Hattusa was a captivating journey into the heart of the Hittite civilization, far exceeding our expectations for a day trip from Cappadocia. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate, which made the ancient ruins come alive as we wandered through the impressive city walls and temples. One highlight for us was standing at the Lion Gate, where we could truly appreciate the craftsmanship and history etched into the stone. Although the tour was well-paced, we felt a bit rushed during the final part of the visit; a few extra minutes to soak in the atmosphere would have been ideal. Overall, it was a fantastic private experience that offered a unique glimpse into a significant chapter of history.
4.4
Embarking on this private guided adventure to Hattusa was an absolute highlight of my trip to Cappadocia. My guide not only shared fascinating stories about the Hittite civilization but also navigated the ancient ruins with such enthusiasm that I felt like I was stepping back in time. Standing before the Lion Gate, I was struck by the incredible craftsmanship and the sheer scale of the structure, an experience that truly exceeded my expectations. The journey was smooth, and the scenic drive from Göreme added to the allure of the day. One small suggestion I’d make is to include a little more time for wandering the site at my own pace, as some areas were just begging for exploration. Overall, this tour was a wonderful way to discover the rich history of a once-great capital. I left with a deeper appreciation for the Hittites and a heart full of memories.
4.6
We had a fantastic time on our private guided tour of Hattusa, where we really got to discover the ancient Hittite capital in all its glory. The highlight for us was definitely standing in front of the impressive Lion Gate; it felt like stepping back in time. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly, although a bit more time at each landmark would have been nice to soak it all in!
4.8
We were completely absorbed in the ancient sights that unfolded before us on this remarkable journey through a long-lost civilization. Our guide’s passion for history made each stone feel alive, especially during our time at the breathtaking ruins, where we learned about the ingenuity of the people who once called this place home. If there’s one thing we’d suggest, it would be to allow a bit more time for leisurely exploration, as we craved even more moments to soak in the atmosphere.