World's First Temple: Private Gobeklitepe Tour from Istanbul

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1. Upon arrival in Sanlıurfa, you will be met by your tour guide at the airport holding a name sign with your name on it. You will be transferred to the Gobeklitepe Archeological site with a private van. During this journey, you will be informed about the history of Gobeklitepe before the tour of Urfa city and the archeological site of Gobeklitepe. History Gobeklitepe dates back to the early period of mankind ( about 12,000 BC – 9000 BC ), even earlier than Stonehenge. The discovery of the oval-shaped temples in 1996 by German archeologists created a new perspective in the history of humans with God. Today you will visit the Oldest Temple of the world and the site of ongoing archeological excavations, then we will drive to the Archeology Museum and Mosaic Museum where the relics are displayed.

   3 hAdmission included

2. This pool is believed by Muslims to be the place where Abraham was thrown into the fire by Nimrod. Abraham is mentioned in three major religions, Christianity, Islam, and Judaism but in Islam, he is called Ibrahim. The Pool Of Abraham is a special place for all 3 religions, which is why it is a remarkable spot for the tours to Southeastern Turkey.

   1 hAdmission included

3. The museums contain remains of Sanliurfa (known as Edessa in antiquity), Gobeklitepe, Karahantepe, Harran.

   1 hAdmission included

4. You will have a chance to shop in the Local Bazaar of Edessa.

   30 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Istanbul

• Its from-price is 189% above the median of the 346 day trips we list in Istanbul.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 137 of 346.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

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