Tour A: Gobeklitepe - Museums & Balıkligol (Classic)

1. 10:00 AM – Pick-up & Journey to Göbeklitepe: Meet your professional guide at the hotel lobby or designated meeting point in Şanlıurfa. Board the vehicle for a comfortable drive to the outskirts of the city, while your guide provides an introduction to the rich history of Mesopotamia.
2. 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM – Exploration of Göbeklitepe: Arrive at the archaeological site of Göbeklitepe, known as the "Zero Point in Time." Enjoy a comprehensive guided walking tour around the 12,000-year-old megalithic temple complex, exploring the T-shaped limestone pillars adorned with ancient animal reliefs.
3. 12:30 PM – 01:30 PM – Lunch Break: in the City Center Return to the Şanlıurfa city center for a lunch break. Your guide will recommend excellent local restaurants where you can taste authentic regional cuisine. (Please note that lunch expenses are not included in the baseline tour pricing).
4. 01:30 PM – 03:00 PM – Şanlıurfa Archaeology and Mosaic Museums: Visit Turkey’s largest museum complex. Begin with the Haleplibahçe Mosaic Museum to see exquisite Roman mosaics depicting Amazon warrior queens, followed by the main Archaeology Museum to trace human history from the Paleolithic era through the Neolithic and Islamic periods.
5. 03:00 PM – 04:30 PM – Balıklıgöl (Pool of Abraham) & Cave: Visit Proceed to the spiritual heart of the city. Stroll around the tranquil waters of Balıklıgöl and Ayn Zeliha Lake, feeding the sacred carp. Visit the nearby cave, which is widely revered as the birthplace of the Prophet Abraham, and take a short walk through the historical oriental bazaars (Gümrük Han).
6. 04:30 PM – 05:00 PM – Tour Conclusion & Drop-off: The tour concludes. You will be transferred back to your hotel in Şanlıurfa or a preferred central location.

Price List;

1. 2026 REGULAR RATE: €95 PER PERSON
2. 2026 PRIVATE RATE: PLEASE ASK!

Please note that sites entrance fees are included in the tour price. 2026 estimated entrance fees for this tour €31 per person.

The tour will conclude around 04:30 PM - 06:00 PM. At this point, our guide can provide recommendations for further exploration, shopping, or dining in the area. If needed, assistance can be provided for transportation back to your hotel or any other preferred location.