Day Trip from Istanbul Şanlıurfa, Göbeklitepe and Balıklıgöl
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About this experience
Discover the wonders of Southeastern Turkey on a day trip from Istanbul to Şanlıurfa. Visit Göbeklitepe, the Şanlıurfa Archaeology Museum, and Balıklıgöl, the Pool of Abraham.
Marvel at the ancient wonders of Göbeklitepe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Explore the Şanlıurfa Archaeology Museum and Haleplibahçe Mosaic Museum.
Visit Balıklıgöl, the Pool of Abraham, and the cave believed to be his birthplace.
Enjoy a walk through the surrounding park and bazaar area in Şanlıurfa.
Travel from Istanbul to Şanlıurfa and back with a domestic flight.
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Private Tour
Private Tour<br/>Pickup included
from Istanbul: Şanlıurfa, Göbeklitepe & Balıklıgöl Day Trip
Pickup included
What's included
Entrance fees to Şanlıurfa Archaeology Museum & Haleplibahçe Mosaic Museum
Şanlırfa Airport Transfers
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Istanbul
Round Trip Domestic flights to/from Şanlıurfa
Entrance fees to Göbeklitepe
Private Air-conditioned van during the tour
Visit to Balıklıgöl (the Pool of Abraham)
Professional Licensed Tour Guide
Detailed itinerary
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Travel to Göbeklitepe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back over 11,000 years. Often referred to as the cradle of civilization, Göbeklitepe features massive T-shaped stone pillars carved with animal motifs—predating Stonehenge by millennia and reshaping what we know about human history.
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visit Balıklıgöl (the Pool of Abraham), a sacred site revered in Islamic tradition as the place where Prophet Abraham was miraculously saved from fire. See the cave believed to be his birthplace and enjoy a walk through the surrounding park and bazaar area, steeped in spiritual and cultural atmosphere.
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Şanlıurfa Archaeology Museum, one of Turkey’s finest, where artifacts from Göbeklitepe and the wider region provide deeper context to your visit. Next, explore the Haleplibahçe Mosaic Museum, showcasing exquisite Roman-era mosaics, including rare depictions of Amazon warrior queens.
What's not included
Meals are not included
Tips for the guide and driver
Personal Expenses
Available languages
Guide guide
EN
Important information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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