2-Day Göbeklitepe & Karahantepe: The Stone Hills Journey
Explore Göbeklitepe and Karahantepe on a 2-day private tour with a licensed expert, uncovering the world’s oldest sacred Neolithic sites.
About the tour
Explore Göbeklitepe and Karahantepe on a 2-day private tour with a licensed expert, uncovering the world’s oldest sacred Neolithic sites.
Why book this experience?
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Itinerary
The Zero Point & The Museum of Statues
- Arrival: Meet your expert guide at Sanliurfa GAP Airport or your hotel
- Göbeklitepe: A deep dive into the world's first temple. We'll spend ample time at the enclosures to discuss the symbolism of the T-shaped pillars
- Lunch: Authentic Urfa cuisine at a hand-picked local restaurant
Ancient Artifacts & Sacred Waters
- Sanliurfa Archaeology Museum: See the real artifacts found at the sites, including the world-famous "Urfa Man"
- Haleplibahçe Mosaics: A walk through the Roman villas and the Amazon Queens mosaics
- Evening: A peaceful stroll around Balıklıgöl and the historic bazaars before retiring to your hotel
Beyond Göbeklitepe - Karahantepe Deep-Dive
- Pickup: Private transfer from your hotel
- Karahantepe: Spend the morning at the most significant excavation of the "Stone Hills" project, exploring ritual chambers and human-centered carvings
- Archaeological Context: Discussion on the social and spiritual life of the people who lived here 11,000 years ago
The Realm of the Moon God - Soğmatar
- Pickup: Private transfer from your hotel
- Soğmatar Open-Air Temple: Discover the mysterious center of Sabianism, climb the Sacred Hill to see Syriac inscriptions and Moon God statues
- The Seven Planets: Explore shrines dedicated to the sun, moon, and five visible planets
- Rock-Cut Tombs: Visit the fascinating Roman-era tombs and sacred wells
- Final Transfer: Private drop-off at Sanliurfa GAP Airport or your hotel
What to Pack & Bring
What's Included
Included
Not Included
Private Tour
Highlights
- Licensed Professional Guide (Specialized in Ancient Religions & Archaeology)
- Private A/C Transportation
- Hotel/Airport Pickup & Drop-off
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Instant confirmation • Secure payment
Note
In case you have special dietary requirements or specific pickup instructions, please let us know in advance.
FAQs
You can cancel up to 72 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Yes, 1 night accommodation in a boutique hotel is included if selected. We can also customize the tour without accommodation if you prefer to book your own.
Yes, round-trip private transportation and all transfers during the 2 days are included.
Yes, all entrance fees to Göbeklitepe, Karahantepe, Soğmatar, and the Archaeology Museum are included.
Lunch on Day 1 is included (authentic local cuisine). Lunch on Day 2 is not included to give flexibility during the Soğmatar trip, but suitable stops will be made.