Mount Nemrut & Gobeklitepe 2-Day Private Tour from Istanbul
Overview
Mount Nemrut & Gobeklitepe 2-Day Private Tour from Istanbul
With a private guide, discover Gobeklitepe, the oldest known temple in the world, and the legendary summit of Mount Nemrut. The view from the mountain is something you will never forget.
Then uncover the secrets of Gobeklitepe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site older than Stonehenge, and admire the colossal statues of the Kingdom of Commagene, the Roman bridge at Cendere and the Karakus Tumulus.
Stress Free Private Travel
This 2-day private tour takes the stress out of travel, with private services, comfortable transfers and guided sightseeing throughout.
Tour Info
Itinerary
Day 1 - Flight to Adiyaman & Mount Nemrut Tour
Your driver meets you at the hotel in the morning and takes you to the airport for your flight to Adiyaman. Your guide meets you on arrival, and you begin exploring the ancient Kingdom of Commagene.
The first stop is Arsameia, the kingdom's former summer capital, with fascinating rock inscriptions and reliefs. Next is Karakus Tumulus, a burial monument of the Commagene royal family with an eagle on top of its southern column.
Before climbing Nemrut you see Cendere Bridge, a Roman bridge still standing over the river. In the late afternoon you go up Mount Nemrut, where colossal stone heads of ancient gods stand at the summit.
This extraordinary mountain sanctuary is one of the highlights of the trip.
After the visit you drive about 3 hours to Sanliurfa. Overnight in Sanliurfa.
Day 2 - Gobeklitepe & Sanliurfa Tour
After breakfast you begin the day in Sanliurfa, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world.
The first stop is the Sanliurfa Archaeological Museum, with fascinating finds from prehistoric and early Mesopotamian civilisations.
You then visit Gobeklitepe, known as "the zero point of time". More than 11,000 years old, it is the oldest known temple complex in the world and has changed our understanding of human history.
In the afternoon you explore Balikligol (the Pool of Abraham), a sacred site in Islamic tradition, believed to be where the Prophet Abraham was thrown into the fire.
At the end of the tour you are transferred to Sanliurfa Airport for your flight to Istanbul, where our representative meets you and takes you to your hotel.
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
- ✕Hotel Bookings (Available Upon Request)
- ✕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 Mount Nemrut and Gobeklitepe tour, 2 days: what you need to know
This private two-day tour from Istanbul takes you to the legendary summit of Mount Nemrut and to Gobeklitepe, the oldest known temple in the world, with your own guide and driver. You also see the Karakus Tumulus, the Arsameia ruins, the Roman bridge at Cendere, the Sanliurfa Archaeological Museum and the Pools of Abraham. Economy-class domestic flights, airport transfers, a private van, local guides, and museum tickets and attraction fees are included. The price depends on your dates and group size, so we quote it on request.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 days |
| Price | Quoted on request for your dates and group |
| Type | Private, with your own guide and driver |
| Flights | Istanbul to Adiyaman and back from Sanliurfa, economy class |
| Included | Private guide and van, airport transfers, museum tickets and attraction fees |
| Not included | Hotel (arranged on request), meals and drinks, tips |
What does the 2-day itinerary include?
| Day | Programme |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Flight to Adiyaman; Karakus Tumulus, Cendere Roman Bridge, Arsameia; the summit of Mount Nemrut |
| Day 2 | Sanliurfa, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world: Sanliurfa Archaeological Museum, Gobeklitepe, Pools of Abraham; flight to Istanbul |
Private or group Nemrut and Gobeklitepe tour?
| Tour from Istanbul | What is different | Price from |
|---|---|---|
| This private tour | Your own guide and van, your pace, timing around sunrise or sunset at Nemrut | On request |
| Mount Nemrut and Gobeklitepe 2-day group tour | Shared tour with hotel and lunches included | $1,050 |
| Nemrut, Gobeklitepe and Karahantepe, 3 days | A third day for Harran, Karahantepe and Sogmatar | On request |
| Private Gobeklitepe day trip | Gobeklitepe only | On request |
The private tour suits photographers, families and history lovers who want to linger at Nemrut's statues or in the museum, without a group schedule.
What makes Mount Nemrut special?
At the top of the mountain, King Antiochus I of Commagene built his tomb-sanctuary in the 1st century BC: an artificial peak of stones flanked by terraces of colossal statues of gods and kings, whose giant heads now rest on the ground. The view from the summit, over the mountains of southeastern Turkey, is unforgettable, especially at sunrise or sunset.
What is the Cendere Bridge?
The Cendere Bridge is a Roman bridge from the 2nd century AD, built in honour of Emperor Septimius Severus and his family, and still standing over the Cendere stream on the way to Nemrut. Nearby, the Karakus Tumulus is a burial mound for royal women of Commagene, marked by columns topped with animal figures.
When is the best time to go?
Late spring to early autumn, when the summit road to Nemrut is open. The summit is cold at dawn and dusk even in summer; Sanliurfa is very hot in July and August. Snow can close the mountain in winter.
What should you bring?
Warm layers and a windproof jacket for the summit, sturdy shoes for the climb to the terraces, a hat and sunscreen for Gobeklitepe, modest clothing for Sanliurfa's religious sites, and your passport for the domestic flights.
How do you book?
Send us your preferred dates and the number of travellers through the form on this page or on WhatsApp, and tell us if you would like us to arrange your hotel. We 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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