Private Hattusa & Yazilikaya Tour from Cappadocia with Lunch

5.0 (2 reviews) Goreme, Turkey
Duration10h - 12h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Travel from Cappadocia to the ancient heart of the Hittite Empire on a private full-day journey to Hattusa, Yazilikaya and the Boğazköy Museum.

Explore the UNESCO-listed remains of Hattusa, once the political and ceremonial capital of one of the ancient world’s most powerful civilizations. Walk through monumental city gates, temple foundations, defensive walls and royal structures while your private licensed guide brings Hittite history to life.

Continue to Yazilikaya, the remarkable open-air rock sanctuary decorated with processions of Hittite gods and goddesses. Complete the historical experience at the Boğazköy Museum, where archaeological objects provide further insight into the daily life, religion and administration of the Hittite world.

The experience includes private Cappadocia hotel pickup and drop-off, a private air-conditioned vehicle, a professional driver, a licensed guide, standard admission tickets and lunch at a selected local restaurant.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • All Taxes
  • Museum Tickets
  • Lunch
  • Professional Experienced Guide
  • Beverages at lunch
  • All Personal Expenses
  • Tips

What to expect

  1. Bogazkale
    3h
    To get Hattusa we need to drive from Cappadocia to Bağazkale wich will take around 3 hours
  2. Hattusha
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Explore the extensive remains of Hattusa, the former capital of the Hittite Empire.

    The archaeological area covers a large, open landscape containing temples, fortifications, royal structures, ceremonial gates and defensive systems.
  3. Bogazkale
    45m
    Enjoy lunch at a selected local restaurant in Boğazkale or the surrounding area.

    The menu normally includes Turkish or regional dishes and may be served as a set menu.

    Vegetarian meals can be arranged with advance notice. Other dietary requirements are subject to restaurant availability.

    Drinks are not included unless explicitly stated in the selected booking option.
  4. Yazilikaya
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Continue to Yazilikaya, the most important known rock sanctuary associated with Hattusa.

    Walk between natural rock chambers decorated with reliefs representing processions of Hittite gods and goddesses.

    Your guide will explain:

    The religious role of the sanctuary
    The figures represented in Chamber A
    The more restricted character of Chamber B
    Hittite mythology and divine symbolism
    The possible connection between the sanctuary, royal ceremonies and the calendar
    The relationship between Yazilikaya and the capital at Hattusa

    The site includes natural rock surfaces, steps and uneven ground.
  5. Cappadocia
    3h
    After completing the visits, begin the private return journey to Cappadocia.

    A comfort stop can be arranged during the drive when operationally possible.

    You will be dropped off at your hotel or previously confirmed accommodation.

    The exact return time depends on traffic, road conditions, weather, the pace of the private group and the location of your hotel.
  6. Bogazkale Museum
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Visit the local archaeological museum displaying objects discovered in Hattusa and the surrounding region.

    The museum’s collections help explain the history, religion, writing systems and daily life of the Hittite civilization.

    Depending on the exhibitions available on the tour date, the visit may include:

    Cuneiform tablets and writing traditions
    Ceremonial and domestic objects
    Pottery
    Weapons and tools
    Sculptural fragments
    Archaeological finds from Hattusa and nearby settlements
    Information about the excavation and conservation of the ancient capital

    Your guide will connect the museum objects with the structures and locations seen at Hattusa.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up our travellers from any hotel in Cappadocia.

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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