Private Cappadocia and Gobeklitepe, Sanliurfa Tour From Istanbul
Why we love it?
The Private Cappadocia and Gobeklitepe Tour from Istanbul is a four-day exploration of two of Turkey's most iconic regions. This tour is ideal for history enthusiasts and nature lovers, offering a deep dive into the unique landscapes of Cappadocia, including the fairy chimneys of Göreme and the subterranean city of Derinkuyu. Participants will also visit Gobeklitepe in Sanliurfa, known as one of the world's oldest archaeological sites. The experience is distinct due to its combination of rich historical context, breathtaking scenery, and the convenience of domestic flights and private transfers, ensuring a comfortable journey throughout.
Inclusions
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Domestic Round Trip Flights
- All Transfers with A/C Vehicle
- Professional Experinced Licensed Tour Guide
- All Museum Entrances
- Soft Drinks at Lunches
- 3 Nights Bed And Breakfest Hotel Stays
- All Taxes
Exclusions
- Personal Expenses
- Alcholic Drinks at Lunches
- Hot Air Balloon Flight in Cappadocia
- Dinners
- Tips
Itinerary
Day 1 Day 1
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Istanbul to Cappadocia
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We will pick you from the hotel or your chosen location in Istanbul for an early morning flight and transfer to the airport. You will fly from Istanbul to Cappadocia.
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Upon your arrival to Cappadocia your guide and special luxury van will meet you at the airport and you will start your tour with Uchisar town. Here you will see the Uchisar Castle, the biggest fairychiney of Cappadocia. As you drink our welcome tea or coffee you will listen the information about Cappadocia from your proffesional tour guide.
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Next you will visit Goreme Open Air Museum, a World Heritage Site of UNESCO. Here you will visit cave churches decorated with frescoes by monks and discover the eastern churches culture and traditions and their visions about christianity.
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Avanos is a city lies along the red river, longest river in Turkey. This city is the home place for pottery, local families are the masters of the kick wheel of pottery art for more than thousands years. You will have your lunch in Avanos and later visit one of the families to experince the Cappadocian art.
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Pasabag is the last visit for today. Here you will be able to see the mushroom shaped fairy chimneys and go in to the caves. Later we will drop you to your cave hotel in Cappadocia.
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Cave Hotel Standart Room Bed and Breakfest Stay
Day 2 Day 2
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Cappadocia
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Optional Hot air balloon flight at sunrise. Please do not forget to ask for reservation. You will return to the hotel around 08:00am
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We visit the beginning of Rose Valley for an easy one-hour hike through fairy chimneys, orchards and vineyards.
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We will visit one of the most famous valleys in Cappadocia. Here you will have some time to gaze at the beautiful landscape.
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We stop at the spectacular vista point overlooking Pigeon Valley. Later we will have our lunch in Göreme.
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Kaymakli Underground City is the first and most popular underground city in Cappadocia. This complex carved underground is used for hundreds of years by locals to hide from enemys
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The impressive panoramic viewpoint overlooking Goreme. Here enjoy your afternoon turkish coffee with an amazing view.
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Cave Hotel Standart Room Bed and Breakfest Stay
Day 3 Day 3
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Cappadocia to Şanlıurfa
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Today is the day of the road trip from Cappadocia to Şanlıurfa. We will pick you in the morning and drive to Sanlıurfa through Kahramanmaras City. Where we will have lunch. Kahramanmaras City is the birthplace of Turkish ice cream. After you taste the best examples of Turkish cuisine you can try ice cream as a desert.
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Upon your arrival to Sanlıurfa we will drop you to the hotel for resting. If you want you can ask for an optional 'Urfa Sıra Gecesi' as a traditional night show.
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Sanlıurfa 4-5 star Hotel
Day 4 Day 4
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Sanlıurfa Back to Istanbul
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Urfa has been occupied since the Babylonians followed by the Hurrites, Hittites, Assyrians, Greeks. We will visit Urfa Archaeological Museum. This museum exhibit a huge collection, founded from Harran and Gobeklitepe Area.
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We will see Gobeklitepe, a hilltop sanctuary erected on the highest point of an elongated mountain ridge some 15 km northeast of the town of Urfa. Pools of Holy CarpWhat makes Gobeklitepe unique in its class is the date it was built, which is roughly twelve thousand years ago, circa 10,000 BC.
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While in Urfa we will visit the cave where the prophet Abraham was born. Then, walk through the local covered bazaar of Sanliurfa. Walk through the town to discover the many hidden treasures. Furthermore we will have lunch in Sanlıurfa city centre.
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We will also visit the holy sites at the Ainzelha, a lake with millions of domesticated fish.
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We will visit nearby Harran and see the incredible beehive houses. Harran- according to the Bible- was the site where prophet Abraham spent a few years with his family before moving on to Israel, the Promised Land. There are exceptional photo opportunities in this area. After Harran we will drive to the airport to fly back to Istanbul.
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Upon your arrival your guide will deliver you to the transfer vehicle from airport to your hotel.
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
- Your flight tickets will be provided to you via e mail or whatsapp.
- We pick you from your hotel or any other location in Istanbul.
Know Before You Go
- Passport required
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 1 day before start
Non-refundable after 1 day before start
