03:30 am – Our staff will come to your hotel in Istanbul to transfer you to the airport. (Pick-up time is changeable according to the location of your hotel and flight time.)
06:20 am ─ Flying from Istanbul to Sanlıurfa (Flight departure can be different due to date and availability.)
08:10 am ─ Arrival at Sanlıurfa Airport.
Upon your arrival at the airport, we’ll welcome you with your name sign. Then, you will be met by your tour guide, and you will be given brief information about today. Afterward, transferred to the ancient building, which is Gobeklitepe.
- Gobeklitepe
Upon arrival, transfer directly to Göbekli Tepe—the world’s oldest temple complex, dating back over 12,000 years. Wander among its T-shaped pillars carved with animal reliefs and learn how early hunter-gatherers created this sacred site. After a few hours of guided exploration, enjoy a relaxed lunch at a nearby local restaurant.
- Mount Nemrut
Following lunch, embark on a scenic 2.5–3 hour drive through rolling plains and mountain passes to reach the trailhead. A 40-minute moderate hike leads you to the summit, where King Antiochus I’s colossal stone heads and royal tumulus stand. Your guide will illuminate the Commagene Kingdom’s history, the symbolic inscriptions, and the fusion of Greek, Persian, and Armenian influences that make Nemrut so unique. Enjoy ample photo time before descending for your return transfer.
Please note: the summit trek involves uneven terrain and is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties or wheelchair users.
Once your tour ends with us, we will transfer you to Adiyaman Airport.
19:35 – Take your flight back to Istanbul.(Flight departure can be different due to date and availability.)
22:15 – Landing at an airport in Istanbul. (Arrival points and all the times are changeable according to availability.)
Our transfer team will welcome you at the exit.
We will transfer you to the hotel in Istanbul.
Thank you for choosing ToursCE for your travel to the Southeast part of Turkiye.
William Zhang –
From the smooth early-morning transfer in Istanbul to the seamless flights and comfortable van, every detail was flawless. Exploring Göbekli Tepe with our expert guide brought the 12,000-year-old carvings to life, and the scenic drive to Mount Nemrut was simply breathtaking. The 40-minute hike to the summit was well worth it—standing among those colossal Commagene statues at sunset was a once-in-a-lifetime moment. Perfect for history buffs and ideal for time-pressed travelers who want to experience two iconic sites in a single day.