Gobeklitepe 1-Day Private Tour from Istanbul with Flights
Overview
Gobeklitepe 1-Day Private Tour from Istanbul with Flights
Discover Gobeklitepe, the oldest known temple in the world and a treasure for anyone interested in history and archaeology. Its famous T-shaped pillars reveal how complex social and religious life already was.
Sanliurfa Mosaic Museum and Bazaar
Gobeklitepe offers clues to a time before farming and settled life began. The day continues with the Pools of Abraham, the Cave of Abraham, the Sanliurfa Mosaic Museum and the old bazaar of Edessa.
Flight Back to Istanbul
At the end of the day you fly back to Istanbul with memories that will last a lifetime.
Tour Info
Itinerary
Private Gobeklitepe Day Trip from Istanbul with Flights
We pick you up from your hotel by private van and take you to Istanbul Airport for your flight to Sanliurfa.
Your private guide meets you on arrival with a name sign and you drive to the archaeological site of Gobeklitepe. On the way, your guide introduces the history of the site and of the city of Urfa.
Today you visit the oldest known temple in the world, where excavations are still going on, and then the museums where the finds are displayed. With your guide's explanations you will visit:
- Gobeklitepe archaeological site
- The Pools of Abraham and the Cave of Abraham (Ibrahim)
- Sanliurfa Mosaic Museum
- The old bazaar of Edessa
After the tour you are transferred to Sanliurfa Airport for your flight to Istanbul. Our representative meets you at Istanbul Airport with a name sign and takes you to your hotel by private van.
This is the end of our service. Thank you for travelling with us; we look forward to welcoming you again.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- ✓Private Tour
- ✓Local Tour Guides
- ✓Domestic Flights (Economy Class)
- ✓Transportation by Private Van
- ✓Airport Transfers (Mentioned)
- ✓Museum Tickets & Attraction Fees
- ✕Meals & Drinks
- ✕Gratuity (Suggested)
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel free of charge up to 7 days before the tour for a full refund. Cancellations within 7 days of the tour are not refundable. All times are local time.
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Private Gobeklitepe day trip from Istanbul: what you need to know
This private day trip flies you from Istanbul to Sanliurfa for Gobeklitepe, the oldest known temple in the world, and the old city of Urfa. A private van takes you to Istanbul Airport, your private guide meets you on arrival, and after Gobeklitepe you visit the Pools of Abraham, the Cave of Abraham, the Sanliurfa Mosaic Museum and the bazaar before flying back. Economy-class domestic flights, all transfers, the private guide and van, and museum tickets and attraction fees are included. The price depends on your date and group size, so we quote it on request.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 day, hotel to hotel |
| Price | Quoted on request for your date and group |
| Type | Private, your group with a local guide |
| Flights | Istanbul to Sanliurfa and back, economy class |
| Included | Private guide and van, airport transfers, museum tickets and attraction fees |
| Not included | Meals and drinks, tips |
Can you visit Gobeklitepe in a day from Istanbul?
Yes, by plane. Sanliurfa is far from Istanbul, but with a morning flight out and an evening flight back you have the day for Gobeklitepe and the highlights of Urfa. Because the tour is private, your guide plans the day around your flight times.
Why is Gobeklitepe so important?
Gobeklitepe's monumental T-shaped pillars, carved with foxes, boars, snakes and birds, were raised by hunter-gatherers thousands of years before Stonehenge and before farming began. The site suggests that people gathered to build monuments before they settled in villages, and it has changed how archaeologists think about the origins of religion and civilisation. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
What else do you see in Sanliurfa?
| Site | What it is |
|---|---|
| Pools of Abraham | Sacred pools of carp, linked to the story of the prophet Abraham |
| Cave of Abraham | The cave where tradition says Abraham was born |
| Sanliurfa Mosaic Museum | Fine Roman-era mosaics from the region |
| Bazaar of Edessa | The atmospheric old bazaar of the city, once called Edessa |
Sanliurfa is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and a place of pilgrimage for Muslims, Jews and Christians alike.
Which Gobeklitepe tour should you choose?
| Tour from Istanbul | What is different | Price from |
|---|---|---|
| This private day trip | Gobeklitepe and Sanliurfa in one day | On request |
| Mount Nemrut and Gobeklitepe 2-day group tour | Adds Mount Nemrut, flights and lunches included | $1,050 |
| Private Mount Nemrut and Gobeklitepe, 2 days | Private, adds Mount Nemrut | On request |
| Nemrut, Gobeklitepe and Karahantepe, 3 days | Adds Karahantepe and Harran | On request |
When is the best time to visit Gobeklitepe?
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable. Summers in Sanliurfa are very hot, so early visits are best; winters are mild and quiet.
What should you bring?
A hat, sunscreen and water, comfortable shoes, modest clothing for the religious sites (a scarf for women), and your passport or ID for the flights. Bring cash for lunch and the bazaar.
How do you book?
Send us your preferred date and the number of travellers through the form on this page or on WhatsApp. We check flight times, confirm the price and plan in writing, and you pay only after confirmation. For more ideas see our Gobeklitepe tours and our Turkey tour packages.
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