Explore Ankara: 3-Day City Adventure Tour
Highlights
- ✓Museum of Anatolian Civilizations: Explore one of the most important museums in Turkey, showcasing a fascinating collection from the Paleolithic era to modern times.
- ✓Ankara Castle: Wander around one of the city’s oldest landmarks, offering breathtaking views and a glimpse of Ankara’s historic past.
- ✓Augustus Temple: Marvel at this ancient Roman temple, dedicated to Augustus, with its incredible Greek inscriptions and fascinating historical significance.
- ✓Mausoleum of Atatürk (Anıtkabir): Pay respects to the founder of modern Turkey, Atatürk, and learn about his pivotal role in Turkish history. The mausoleum includes ceremonial grounds and a museum dedicated to his life and achievements.
- ✓Kızılay Neighborhood: End your tour with a leisurely stroll through one of the city’s most vibrant districts, filled with shops, cafes, and the hustle and bustle of daily life in Ankara.
Overview
Discover the heart of Turkey's capital, Ankara, on this 3-day guided tour. Steeped in history, Ankara blends ancient and modern attractions, offering you a rich cultural experience. From the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, which houses millennia-old artifacts, to the monumental Mausoleum of Atatürk, this tour is perfect for history buffs and cultural enthusiasts. Explore ancient Roman, Hittite, and Ottoman sites, enjoy local Turkish cuisine, and immerse yourself in Ankara's unique atmosphere.
Route
Itinerary
(Breakfast and lunch included)
Morning:
- After breakfast, meet your guide for a full-day city tour.
- Museum of Anatolian Civilizations: Visit this award-winning museum, established in 1921 and expanded in 1968. It showcases the evolution of human civilization from the Paleolithic (8000 BC) to the present day, with major sections dedicated to ancient Anatolian cultures such as the Hittites, Phrygians, and Urartians.
- Ankara Castle: Next, visit this historic castle dating back to the Hittite period (1600 BC). The castle overlooks the city and includes a quaint neighborhood with old houses and a local market.
- Augustus Temple: This ancient Roman temple, built in 25–20 BC, is famous for its Greek inscriptions and was later converted into a basilica during the Christian era.
- Hacı Bayram Mosque: Located next to the temple, this mosque is an important site in Ankara’s Islamic history.
Lunch: Enjoy a local Turkish lunch at a restaurant in the city.
Afternoon:
- Mausoleum of Atatürk (Anıtkabir): Visit the final resting place of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of modern Turkey. Explore the Hall of Honor, Ceremonial Grounds, Lion’s Road, and watch the changing of the guards ceremony. The museum showcases Atatürk’s life and the history of Turkey's War of Independence.
- Kızılay Neighborhood: End the day with a walk in the lively Kızılay, one of the most famous and vibrant neighborhoods of Ankara. Enjoy the shops, cafes, and the atmosphere of this bustling area.
Evening: After the tour, transfer back to your hotel.
Overnight: Stay in Ankara.
(Breakfast included)
Morning:
- After breakfast, you have free time to explore the city or do some last-minute shopping.
Afternoon:
- Transfer to the airport: Your guide will transfer you to the airport for your departure flight back home.
End of Tour: We hope you had a memorable experience and look forward to welcoming you on future TravelShop Booking tours.
What's included
- ✓Accommodation
- ✓Guide
- ✓Meals
- ✓Transport
- ✓Other included
- ✓Hygiene protocol
Not included
- ✕Flights
- ✕Insurance
- ✕Other not included
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