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Overview
Discover UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Göbeklitepe and Mount Nemrut in just 3 days! Enjoy authentic local experiences, traditional cuisine, and expert-guided tours. Comfortable transport, boutique hotels, and optional flight connections make this journey seamless and unforgettable. Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure into the heart of ancient Mesopotamia!
What's included
Lunch
Breakfast
Dinners
Drinks during Lunches
Gratuities
What to expect
Day 1: Depart from Cappadocia to Adıyaman ( Nemrut Mountain )
Karatay Han
30m · Admission ticket included
After picking you up from your hotel or Cappadocia airport, we will embark on a journey to Mesopotamia via the historic 'Silk Road.' About 90 minutes later, we will visit the Karatay Han Caravanserai, one of the most significant caravanserais of the Seljuk Turks civilization. Built in the 13th century, this ancient structure remained in use until the 1970s!
Pinarbasi
30m
Will stop at Pinarbasi Village for lunch located at the Taurus Mountains, affording us the opportunity to observe the countryside and everyday life of rural Turkey.
Kahramanmaras
30m
On the way to Mesopotamia, we will stop in Kahramanmaraş province for a lifetime experience — tasting the best handmade ice cream in Turkey, made from goat milk.
Adiyaman
7h
Adıyaman, a town located near Nemrut Mountain, is the best place to stay in the region. We will check-in to our hotel and stay overnight in Adıyaman. During the summer season, due to the longer daylight hours, we will first visit Nemrut Mountain to enjoy the sunset from its summit, then return to the hotel for the night.
Day 2: Sunrise at M.t. Nemrut, Arsemia, Septimus Severus Bridge, Karakus , Sanlıurfa
Mount Nemrut
1h · Admission ticket included
We depart from your hotel early in the morning for an unforgettable journey to Mount Nemrut. Upon arrival, we will disembark and take a short 20-minute walk to the summit. At the top, we’ll witness the breathtaking sunrise among the colossal statues and heads of ancient kings and gods. Mount Nemrut, a UNESCO World Cultural and Historical Heritage site since 2015, offers one of the most awe-inspiring views in the world.
Arsemia Antik Kenti
30m · Admission ticket included
Visit the summer capital of the Commagene Kingdom, where many important religious ceremonies and celebrations were held. At this historic site, you'll see the famous relief stele depicting the 'Handshake of Antiochos and Heracles.
Cendere Bridge
30m · Admission ticket included
Cendere Bridge, also known as the 'Septimius Severus Bridge,' was constructed by the Roman Emperor Lucius Septimius Severus between A.D. 193 and 211, spanning the Cendere Stream.
Karakus Tumulusu
30m · Admission ticket included
A monumental tomb where members of the Royal Family were buried, the Tumulus is often referred to as the 'Pyramid of Anatolia and Mesopotamia.
Ataturk Dam
1h · Admission ticket included
The dam, built in honor of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the Turkish Republic, was completed in 1992. It serves both agricultural irrigation and electricity production purposes. This is the largest dam constructed on the Euphrates River! You will also enjoy lunch at the scenic promenade of the dam.
Day 3: Urfa - Gobeklitepe - Harran - Zeugma Mosaic Museum and back to Cappadocia
Sanliurfa
1h
we will visit Abraham’s Cave and the Pools of Holy Carp surrounding it. We will walk around oriental covered bazaar and Gümrükhan as well !
Gobeklitepe
2h · Admission ticket included
The first temple in human history! Until the remains discovered in the 2008 excavations, historians and archaeologists had differing opinions. However, it was revealed that temples were built first, followed by the establishment of settlements around them. The earliest monuments date back to 9600 B.C., nearly 11,600 years ago!
Harran
2h
The ancient city, founded around 3000 B.C., is where the Sun, Moon, and Stars were first revered as sacred. This city is mentioned in the Torah (Old Testament) as being founded by the grandson of the prophet Noah. It is also home to the first university in human history and the first professional astrological studies. The clay houses of the rural town of Harran were designed to provide cool shelter in the region's extremely hot climate.
Zeugma Mosaic Museum
1h · Admission ticket included
The museum takes its name from the ancient city of Zeugma, one of the four largest cities of the ancient Commagene Kingdom. It is one of the largest mosaic museums in the world, both in terms of building size and the vast area covered by mosaics. The world-famous 'Mosaic of the Gypsy Girl' is also on display here!
Visitors can explore examples of late antique churches, early Syriac and Christian iconography, as well as sculptures, columns, and fountains from the Roman period.
Cappadocia
Pass by
At the end of the day, around 21:30–22:00, we will return to Cappadocia. We can drop you off at your hotel in Cappadocia or at Kayseri Airport. If you prefer not to return to Cappadocia and wish to save time, we can assist you in arranging a flight to Istanbul, Ephesus, or other destinations and drop you off at Gaziantep Airport as well!
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
The pick-up time will be provided a day before the tour.
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
