Enjoy overland tours to Turkey, home to some of the world's most essential and iconic archaeological sites. Visit Göbekli Tepe, the world’s first temple, and uncover the origins of civilization. Discover the enigmatic statue-heads at Nemrut Dagi (Mount Nemrut), and wander the ingenious rooftop streets of Çatalhöyük, the world’s first city. Travel in small group overland tours to explore the best of Turkey.
On this 12-day overland adventure tour, you will explore Turkey's most iconic historic and natural landscapes. Travel overland in a small group of adventure and eclectic travelers like you to discover the wonders of Turkey. Visit the abandoned underground cities of Cappadocia and journey to Harran, the birthplace of the Prophet Abraham. Paved with a beautiful and varied landscape, a creative culture, and welcoming people, Turkey's timeless allure and peerless history will leave you longing to return. This Turkey tour of 12 days will highlight the following: - Enjoy an ethereal sunset at Mount Nemrut - Discover the beginnings of civilization at Göbekli Tepe - Harran, the birthplace of the Prophet Abraham - Beautiful ancient architecture and frescoes - Ancient statues of Göbekli Tepe - Explore the ancient Zeugma Region - Taste Gaziantep's culinary delights - Explore the Underground Cities of Cappadocia - Explore the vast depths of Cappadocia's underground cities - Marvel at the world-famous "fairy chimneys." - The unique city of Çatalhöyük</p>
Fly into Istanbul airport, where our representative will meet you to transfer you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or explore Istanbul at your leisure. I'd like you to please meet with your small group, and your tour leader will hold an orientation meeting to brief you on your active tour to Turkey. Overnight and dinner will be at your hotel.
After breakfast, you will hop on your van for an overland trip to Mount Nemrut. In the afternoon, take a tour of the area, including a visit to the Roman-era Cendere Bridge, Karakus Tumulus, and Artemia. Then climb Mount Nemrut, exploring the East and West terraces, and in time to watch the sunset from the mountain's peak overlooking the Euphrates valley. Overnight and dinner will be in your hotel.
After breakfast, your tour leader will take you on an excursion to Urfa (113km, 2 hours). You will first take a historical walking tour to Göbekli Tepe, then explore the city of Urfa, including the Urfa Museum, Bal?kl? Göl, and Gumrukhan. In the afternoon, visit Harran—overnight and dinner in Urfa.
Meet your local guide at your hotel lobby, who will take you on a walking tour of the old city of Ufra. Today, you will enjoy a city tour of Urfa and visit the ancient site of Harran. Optional 2nd visit to Gobekli Tepe in the afternoon (entrance not included). An optional evening visit to a traditional music show with dinner.
Travel overland with your small group to Halfeti, Rumkale, Zeugma, and Gaziantep. On the way to Gaziantep, you will stop to visit Halfeti and Rumkale. If time allows us, we will also visit Zeugma. Continue to Gaziantep for a comfortable overnight and dinner at the hotel.
Visit the Zeugma Mosaic Museum and explore the city of Gaziantep, enjoying the renowned local cuisine. Then, trek overland from Gaziantep to Ankara, where you will spend the night.
Our local guide will lead a small private group in exploring the marvels of Ankara and its surroundings. Today, you will visit the impressive Ankara Anatolian Civilisation Museum and the famous archaeological site of Gordion. If time permits, we will stop at the Ankara fort. Overnight in Ankara.
After an early breakfast, we will take you to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hattusa and guide you through the site. In the afternoon, we will drive our small group to Cappadocia. Dinner and overnight in Cappadocia.
A full day spent exploring the beautiful area of Cappadocia. Visit the Ozkonak Underground City, Avanos, the Zelve Open-Air Museum, Uchisar Castle, and the fairy chimneys of Avcilar Valley. You will be offered a Cappadocia Optional hot-air balloon ride at an additional cost. Dinner and overnight will be in Cappadocia.
Explore the Göreme open-air museum, Devrent Valley, and embark on a 4km walk in the Red Valley to visit some rock-hewn churches and fairy chimneys. Visit the Greek village of Cavusin and make a short visit to the Valley of the Pigeons. Overnight in Cappadocia.
After breakfast, drive to Konya (305 km), stopping to visit the 13th-century Seljuk caravanserai of Sultanhan en route. Later, visit the ancient site of Çatalhöyük where excavations are ongoing. Take in a Whirling Dervish show in the evening. Dinner and overnight will be in Konya.
After breakfast, visit the holy Sufi site of Rumi's tomb. Later, take a flight back to Istanbul and connect to your departure flight.
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| Sat 2 Aug 2025 | Thu 14 Aug 2025 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 9 Aug 2025 | Thu 21 Aug 2025 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 16 Aug 2025 | Thu 28 Aug 2025 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 23 Aug 2025 | Thu 4 Sep 2025 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 30 Aug 2025 | Thu 11 Sep 2025 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 6 Sep 2025 | Thu 18 Sep 2025 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 13 Sep 2025 | Thu 25 Sep 2025 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 20 Sep 2025 | Thu 2 Oct 2025 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 27 Sep 2025 | Thu 9 Oct 2025 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 4 Oct 2025 | Thu 16 Oct 2025 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 11 Oct 2025 | Thu 23 Oct 2025 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 18 Oct 2025 | Thu 30 Oct 2025 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 25 Oct 2025 | Thu 6 Nov 2025 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 1 Nov 2025 | Thu 13 Nov 2025 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 8 Nov 2025 | Thu 20 Nov 2025 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 15 Nov 2025 | Thu 27 Nov 2025 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 22 Nov 2025 | Thu 4 Dec 2025 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 29 Nov 2025 | Thu 11 Dec 2025 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 6 Dec 2025 | Thu 18 Dec 2025 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 13 Dec 2025 | Thu 25 Dec 2025 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 20 Dec 2025 | Thu 1 Jan 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 27 Dec 2025 | Thu 8 Jan 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 3 Jan 2026 | Thu 15 Jan 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 10 Jan 2026 | Thu 22 Jan 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 17 Jan 2026 | Thu 29 Jan 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
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| Sat 7 Feb 2026 | Thu 19 Feb 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 14 Feb 2026 | Thu 26 Feb 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 21 Feb 2026 | Thu 5 Mar 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 28 Feb 2026 | Thu 12 Mar 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 7 Mar 2026 | Thu 19 Mar 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 14 Mar 2026 | Thu 26 Mar 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 21 Mar 2026 | Thu 2 Apr 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 28 Mar 2026 | Thu 9 Apr 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 4 Apr 2026 | Thu 16 Apr 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 11 Apr 2026 | Thu 23 Apr 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 18 Apr 2026 | Thu 30 Apr 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 25 Apr 2026 | Thu 7 May 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 2 May 2026 | Thu 14 May 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 9 May 2026 | Thu 21 May 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 16 May 2026 | Thu 28 May 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 23 May 2026 | Thu 4 Jun 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 30 May 2026 | Thu 11 Jun 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 6 Jun 2026 | Thu 18 Jun 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 13 Jun 2026 | Thu 25 Jun 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 20 Jun 2026 | Thu 2 Jul 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 27 Jun 2026 | Thu 9 Jul 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 4 Jul 2026 | Thu 16 Jul 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 11 Jul 2026 | Thu 23 Jul 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 18 Jul 2026 | Thu 30 Jul 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 25 Jul 2026 | Thu 6 Aug 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 1 Aug 2026 | Thu 13 Aug 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 8 Aug 2026 | Thu 20 Aug 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 15 Aug 2026 | Thu 27 Aug 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 22 Aug 2026 | Thu 3 Sep 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 29 Aug 2026 | Thu 10 Sep 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 5 Sep 2026 | Thu 17 Sep 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 12 Sep 2026 | Thu 24 Sep 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 19 Sep 2026 | Thu 1 Oct 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 26 Sep 2026 | Thu 8 Oct 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 3 Oct 2026 | Thu 15 Oct 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 10 Oct 2026 | Thu 22 Oct 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 17 Oct 2026 | Thu 29 Oct 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 24 Oct 2026 | Thu 5 Nov 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 31 Oct 2026 | Thu 12 Nov 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 7 Nov 2026 | Thu 19 Nov 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 14 Nov 2026 | Thu 26 Nov 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 21 Nov 2026 | Thu 3 Dec 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 28 Nov 2026 | Thu 10 Dec 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 5 Dec 2026 | Thu 17 Dec 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 12 Dec 2026 | Thu 24 Dec 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 19 Dec 2026 | Thu 31 Dec 2026 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 26 Dec 2026 | Thu 7 Jan 2027 | Available | $3,865.00 | RESERVATION |
Cost per person: $3,485.00 USD
Single supplement: $865.00 USD
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