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Full Day Gobeklitepe and Karahantepe tour from Istanbul by Flight

New To The Site! Istanbul, Turkey

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15 to 16 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

Şanlıurfa is a city in southeastern Turkey. The city was known as Edessa from Hellenistic times into Christian times and a legend according to which it was the hometown of Prophet Abraham.
About 20km northeast of the city is the famous Neolithic site of Göbeklitepe and 60km east from there Karahantepe. Currently the oldest structures built by man that have been found on earth.
Şanlıurfa Archaeology and Mosaic Museum part is also extremely impressive and definitely worth seeing while you are here. Artifacts from many excavations in Göbeklitepe, Karahantepe and the surrounding area are exhibited here.
Fish lake is definitely one of the place you should not miss in Urfa. The environment is already fascinating in itself and the lake is full of fish, but they are not ordinary - they are considered sacred.
No one eats or touches them. Because it is believed that this is where Prophet Abraham was thrown into the fire.
It is said that the fire turned into water and the wood turned into fish.

What's Included

  • Entrance fees
  • Lunch
  • Local English Speaking Assistance

    Meeting and Pickup

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    Pickup details

    We pick up guests from hotel or preffered pick up point.

    What To Expect

    Istanbul Airport

    Very early morning before sunrise, we will pick you up from your hotel/address and arrange the transfer service to İstanbul airport. Arrival at the Airport after your check inn, you will take first flight available from Istanbul Airport to Şanlıurfa Airport.We will wait for you at the arrival exit gate with your name on signboard and drive to Göbeklitepe.
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    4 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    Gobeklitepe

    About 20km northeast of the city is the famous Neolithic site of Göbekli Tepe. The world's oldest known temple, which was founded in the 10th millennium BC. Currently the oldest structures built by man that have been found on earth.
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    2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    Karahantepe

    The site is located roughly 60km east of Göbekli Tepe. According to research, it is possible that it is a settlement area even older than Göbeklitepe.
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    2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    Sanliurfa Archeology and Mosaic Museum

    Şanlıurfa Archaeology and Mosaic Museum part is also extremely impressive and definitely worth seeing while you are here. Artifacts from many excavations in Göbeklitepe, Karahantepe and the surrounding area are exhibited here.
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    2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    Fish Lake

    Fish lake, surrounded by mosques on both sides... The environment is already fascinating in itself. The lake is full of fish, but they are not ordinary - they are considered sacred. No one eats or touches them. Because it is believed that this is where Prophet Abraham was thrown into the fire. It is said that the fire turned into water and the wood turned into fish.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    GAP Şanlıurfa Airport

    At the end of the tour, which will be just before the sunset, we will drive back to Şanlıurfa Airport. You will be boarding the first available flight back to İstanbul. On your arrival back to İstanbul airport driver will meet you and take you back to your hotel/address.
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    4 hours • Admission Ticket Included

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Specialized infant seats are available

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Full Day Gobeklitepe and Karahantepe tour from Istanbul by Flight?

    A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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    Activity code: C-467013P22


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    • Entrance fees
    • Lunch
    • Local English Speaking Assistance
    • Air-conditioned vehicle
    • Airport Transfer Service
    • Plane Tickets

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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