Enjoy this overland tour to Turkey, home to some of the most important and iconic archaeological sites anywhere in the world. 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 roof-top streets of Çatalhöyük, the world’s first city. Travel in small groups overland tours to explore the best of Turkey 2021 and 2022
On this 12 days overland active tour you will explore the best historic and natural landscapes of Turkey. 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 for more. This tour 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
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. Meet with your small group, your tour leader will hold an orientation meeting briefing 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 walking historic tour to Göbekli Tepe then explore the city of Urfa, the Urfa Museum, Balakli Gol, and Gumrukhan. In the afternoon visit Harran. Overnight nad dinner in Urfa
Meet your local guide at the lobby of your hotel who will take you on a walking tour of the old city Ufra. Today you will enjoy a city tour of Urfa as well as visiting the ancient site of Harran. Optional 2nd visit to Gobekli Tepe in the afternoon (entrance not included). Optional evening visit to a traditional music show with dinner
Travel overland with your small group to Halfeti - Rumkale - Zeugma - Gaziantep. On the way to Gaziantep, you will stop to visit Halfeti and Rumkale. If time allows us, we will visit also 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 famous local cuisine. Then trek overland from Gaziantep to Ankara, where you will stay overnight.
Our local guide will take on a private small group to explore the marvels of Ankara and its surrounding. Today you will visit the impressive Ankara Anatolian Civilisation Museum and the famous archaeological site of Gordion. If there is time we will stop at Ankara fort. Overnight in Ankara
After an early breakfast, we will take you to the World Heritage Site of Hattusa and visit the site. In the afternoon, we will drive overland our small group to Cappadocia. Dinner and overnight in Cappadocia
Full-day spent exploring the beautiful area of Cappadocia. Visit Ozkonak Underground City, Avanos, Zelve open-air museum, Uchisar castle, and the fairy chimneys of Avcilar Valley. You will be offered a Cappadocia Optional hot-air balloon ride as an extra with additional cost. Dinner and overnight will be in Cappadocia.
Explore Goreme open-air museum, Devrent Valley and go for a 4km walk in the Red Valley to visit some rock-hewn churches and fairy chimneys. Visit the Greek village of Cavusin and a short visit to the Valley of the Pigeons. Overnight in Cappadocia.
Konya 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
| DEPARTING | FINISHING | SEATS | TOTAL IN USD | |
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| Sat 15 May 2021 | Thu 27 May 2021 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 29 May 2021 | Thu 10 Jun 2021 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 12 Jun 2021 | Thu 24 Jun 2021 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 26 Jun 2021 | Thu 8 Jul 2021 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 10 Jul 2021 | Thu 22 Jul 2021 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 24 Jul 2021 | Thu 5 Aug 2021 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 7 Aug 2021 | Thu 19 Aug 2021 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 21 Aug 2021 | Thu 2 Sep 2021 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 4 Sep 2021 | Thu 16 Sep 2021 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 18 Sep 2021 | Thu 30 Sep 2021 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 2 Oct 2021 | Thu 14 Oct 2021 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 16 Oct 2021 | Thu 28 Oct 2021 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 30 Oct 2021 | Thu 11 Nov 2021 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 13 Nov 2021 | Thu 25 Nov 2021 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 27 Nov 2021 | Thu 9 Dec 2021 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 11 Dec 2021 | Thu 23 Dec 2021 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 25 Dec 2021 | Thu 6 Jan 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 8 Jan 2022 | Thu 20 Jan 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 22 Jan 2022 | Thu 3 Feb 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 5 Feb 2022 | Thu 17 Feb 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 19 Feb 2022 | Thu 3 Mar 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 5 Mar 2022 | Thu 17 Mar 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 19 Mar 2022 | Thu 31 Mar 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 2 Apr 2022 | Thu 14 Apr 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 16 Apr 2022 | Thu 28 Apr 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 30 Apr 2022 | Thu 12 May 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 14 May 2022 | Thu 26 May 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 28 May 2022 | Thu 9 Jun 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 11 Jun 2022 | Thu 23 Jun 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 25 Jun 2022 | Thu 7 Jul 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 9 Jul 2022 | Thu 21 Jul 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 23 Jul 2022 | Thu 4 Aug 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 6 Aug 2022 | Thu 18 Aug 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 20 Aug 2022 | Thu 1 Sep 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 3 Sep 2022 | Thu 15 Sep 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 17 Sep 2022 | Thu 29 Sep 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 1 Oct 2022 | Thu 13 Oct 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 15 Oct 2022 | Thu 27 Oct 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 29 Oct 2022 | Thu 10 Nov 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 12 Nov 2022 | Thu 24 Nov 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 26 Nov 2022 | Thu 8 Dec 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 10 Dec 2022 | Thu 22 Dec 2022 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
| Sat 24 Dec 2022 | Thu 5 Jan 2023 | Available | $3485 | RESERVATION |
Cost per person: $2685 USD
Single supplement: $665 USD
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