Embark on a captivating 8-day adventure through southeastern Turkey, where ancient civilizations, breathtaking landscapes, and rich cultures converge.
Begin your journey in Sanliurfa, the cradle of history, and explore the world's oldest known structures at Göbeklitepe and Karahantepe, dating back over 11,000 years.
Marvel at the sacred Pool of Abraham and the majestic monuments of Mount Nemrut, before cruising the legendary Euphrates River at Halfeti and admiring the exquisite Roman mosaics of Zeugma in Gaziantep.
From Mesopotamia, cross into Cappadocia: descend into the subterranean marvel of Derinkuyu Underground City, and wander among the whimsical fairy chimneys of Pasabag, Zelve, and Uchisar.
With private transportation, boutique accommodation, and licensed expert guiding throughout, this tour delivers the ultimate Anatolian journey.
Detailed Itinerary
Pickup from Sanliurfa Airport and transfer to a hotel in Sanliurfa
Pickup from your hotel at 09:00am
Gobeklitepe
Karahantepe
Drop off at your hotel in Sanliurfa
Pickup from the hotel at 09:00am
Mount Nemrut
Arsemia ancient city
Cendere bridge
Check into your hotel in Sanliurfa
Pickup from your hotel at 09:00am
Archaeology Museum
Fish lake and cave of prophet Abraham
Historical bazaar of Sanliurfa
Check into your hotel in Sanliurfa
Pickup from your hotel in Sanliurfa at 09:00am
Euphrates River
Halfeti ancient city and boat tour on Euphrates River
Zeugma mosaics museum
Check into a hotel in Gaziantep
Pickup from the hotel at 08:30am
Gumusler Monastery
Derinkuyu underground city
Check into a hotel in Cappadocia
Pickup from the hotel at 09:00am
Pasabag valley
Zelve open air museum
Devrent valley
Uchisar fort
Pigeon valley
Check into your hotel in Cappadocia
Pickup from your hotel and transfer to Nevsehir (Cappadocia) airport
This 9-day journey takes you deep into the heart of southeastern and eastern Turkiye, where the earliest roots of civilization meet legendary landscapes.
Join Derek Olson of Megalithic Marvels and renowned tour guide Taha Ozyavuz for the adventure of a lifetime on this 11 day expedition to the dawn of time.