Begin with an early‑morning flight from Istanbul to Adıyaman, where a brief breakfast introduces the journey to Mt. Nemrut. After a short drive to Kahta, you ascend the 2 km path to the summit, witnessing the sunrise over the colossal stone heads of Zeus, Apollo, Heracles and King Antiochus. Nearby stops add the Commagene royal burial mound of Karakuş, the hillside remains of Arsameia and the Cendere Bridge, a single-span Roman crossing from the 2nd century AD.
The second day takes you to the fortified city of Diyarbakır, whose massive basalt walls date back to 2000 BC and are a UNESCO World Heritage asset. Highlights include the Four‑Legged Minaret, the Great Mosque (Ulu Cami), Hasan Pasha Inn and the bustling Kaleiçi Bazaar. A short drive brings you to Zerzevan Castle, where the subterranean Temple of Mithras offers a glimpse of Roman mystery cults. The itinerary then moves to Mardin, winding through its honey‑colored stone streets, visiting the Great Mosque, Kasimiye Madrasah, Mardin Museum and the 5th‑century Deyrulzafaran Monastery, a cornerstone of the Syriac Orthodox tradition.
Day three introduces the Silk Road outpost of Dara, famous for its rock‑cut tombs and waterworks, before heading to Göbeklitepe, the 12,000‑year‑old sanctuary that reshaped our understanding of prehistoric architecture. In Şanlıurfa you explore the Pool of Abraham (Balıklıgöl), the Urfa Archaeology Museum, and enjoy a traditional Sıra Gecesi dinner. The final leg visits the beehive houses of Harran, a boat cruise over the submerged old town of Halfeti, the Roman ruins of Zeugma, and ends in Gaziantep with a tour of the world‑renowned Zeugma Mosaic Museum and a farewell dinner featuring the city’s celebrated cuisine and baklava.
| Tour type | Private · multi-day tour |
|---|---|
| Duration | 5 Days 4 Nights |
| Price | From €1,483 per person |
| Departures | Every day |
| Guide | Licensed guide in your language |
| Stops | 12 |
| Entrance fees | Included |
| Booking | Instant request online, confirmation within 24 hours · TÜRSAB-licensed operator (A-5751) |
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After landing in Adıyaman, a light breakfast is enjoyed before a scenic drive to the base of Mt. Nemrut. The ascent to the summit takes about 35‑45 minutes, culminating in a spectacular sunrise over the towering stone statues. On the descent you stop at Arsameia, the summer capital of the Commagene kings, then at the Karakuş burial mound and the elegant Roman bridge over the Cendere stream. Evening dinner is served at the hotel near the summit, followed by an overnight stay.
Breakfast precedes a 160 km drive to Diyarbakır, where the massive basalt city walls, the Four‑Legged Minaret, Great Mosque and historic Hasan Pasha Inn are explored. A local kebab lunch introduces regional flavors. The itinerary then proceeds to Zerzevan Castle to view the underground Mithras temple. Continuing to Mardin, a walking tour reveals the Great Mosque, Kasimiye Madrasah, Mardin Museum and the Deyrulzafaran Monastery before dinner and overnight accommodation.
Morning visits at Dara showcase rock‑cut tombs, cisterns and ancient water channels. After lunch you continue to Göbeklitepe, a Neolithic sanctuary some 11,000 years old, where carved T-shaped pillars stand in circular enclosures. The day ends in Şanlıurfa with a city tour that includes Balıklıgöl, the Urfa Archaeology Museum and a lively Sıra Gecesi dinner featuring music and local dishes.
Following breakfast, the journey reaches Harran, famous for its beehive houses and the historic El Firdevs Mosque. A boat cruise on the Euphrates reveals the submerged old town of Halfeti, Rumkale and the sunken minaret, with lunch by the dam. The afternoon explores the Roman ruins of Zeugma before arriving in Gaziantep for dinner and overnight stay.
After breakfast, the day begins with a visit to the Zeugma Mosaic Museum, home to the renowned Gypsy Girl mosaic and the second‑largest collection of mosaics worldwide. A final shopping stroll through Bakırcılar and Almacı Bazaars showcases local copperware and spices. Lunch features Gaziantep’s celebrated dishes and baklava before transfer to the airport for departure.
Mt. Nemrut (Adıyaman) → Diyarbakır – Zerzevan Castle – Mardin → Dara – Göbeklitepe – Şanlıurfa → Harran – Halfeti – Zeugma – Gaziantep → Gaziantep – Zeugma Mosaic Museum
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