Şanlıurfa is the cradle of civilization and the birth center of religion. It attracts more and more people day by day. This tour offers you the chance to experience the most important and historical places of Şanlıurfa. You don't have to think about anything after you take the tour, all the reservations, planning and satisfaction are on us. This region of Turkey is like a rainbow with its traditional lifestyle and hybrid culture. We can arrange the itinerary and content of your tour to suit you.
Highlights
2 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Domestic Round Trip Fligts
Personal Expenses
Drinks at Lunch and Diner
Tips
Important Information
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Specialized infant seats are available
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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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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Items | Gobeklitepe & Sanliurfa Tour from Istanbul 2 days
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 2
Istanbul to Sanlıurfa
7 Stops
1
Sanliurfa
We pick you from your hotel in Istanbul and transfer to the airport. Fly to Sanliurfa. You will meet with your guide at the airport and after your driver and private vehicle, first we have our light breakfast.
0 minute
2
Sanliurfa Archeology and Mosaic Museum
Urfa has been occupied since the Babylonians followed by the Hurrites, Hittites, Assyrians, Greeks. We will visit Urfa Archaeological Museum. This museum exhibit a huge collection, founded from Harran and Gobeklitepe Area.
2 hours
3
St Job Tomb
According to the sources, the "Varak Cross", which is of great importance for Christianity and located in the Varak Monastery in the Van region, was brought to Urfa in 1092 and placed in this church. According to the inscription on the mihrab of the mosque, it was converted from a church to a mosque in 1956.
40 minutes
4
Castle of Urfa
It is believed that Urfa Castle was built on a Neolithic settlement area dating back to 10,000 BC. The first written records about the Castle is from the 11th century. It is believed to be built in the Assyrian period between 812-814 AD. King of Edessa Manu IX had two monumental columns with Corinth style erected on the top of the Castle in 240-242 AD.Local people in Urfa believe that these columns are that of the catapult mentioned in the legend of Prophet Abraham.
1 hour
5
Fish Lake Park and Anzıleyh
We will also visit the holy sites at the Ainzelha, a lake with millions of domesticated fish.
30 minutes
6
Mevlid-i Halilulrahman MagarasI
While in Urfa we will visit the cave where the prophet Abraham was born. Then, walk through the local covered bazaar of Sanliurfa. Walk through the town to discover the many hidden treasures.
30 minutes
7
Sanliurfa
We visit a special place for Sıra Night in Urfa. Sıra night is one of the most sincere atmosphere you can experience on your visit.
Şanlıurfa is the cradle of civilization and the birth center of religion. It attracts more and more people day by day. This tour offers you the chance to experience the most important and historical places of Şanlıurfa. You don't have to think about anything after you take the tour, all the reservations, planning and satisfaction are on us. This region of Turkey is like a rainbow with its traditional lifestyle and hybrid culture. We can arrange the itinerary and content of your tour to suit you.