✔ 1 nights of accommodation Sanliurfa

Şanlıurfa
(1)      - Nevali Hotel 5* / El Ruha
Hotel 5*

✔ Professional English-speaking
guide

✔ Meals as per itinerary 

✔ Airport transfers as
per itinerary

✔ Transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned,
non-smoking coach

✔ All tours as per itinerary

✔ Entrance fees to museums and historical sites

✔ VAT & City Tax

✔ Hotel room taxes

Destinations Covered:
Gaziantep – A historic culinary and cultural hub with impressive museums and ancient sites.
Şanlıurfa (Urfa) – The "City of Prophets," rich in religious and historical significance.
Göbeklitepe – The world's oldest known temple complex, reshaping human history.

Important Travel Tips Before You Go
✔ Best Time to Visit: Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) offer the best weather for exploring. Summers are very hot, and winters are mild but can have rain.
✔ What to Pack:
Comfortable walking shoes (some sites have uneven terrain).
Modest clothing (especially for religious sites).
Sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen for daytime tours.
A camera or smartphone for capturing ancient wonders.
✔ Local Currency: Turkish Lira (TRY). Credit cards are widely accepted, but having cash for markets and small vendors is recommended.
✔ Language: Turkish is the primary language, but Arabic and Kurdish are also spoken in some areas. Basic English may be understood in tourist locations.
✔ Food & Drinks to Try:
Gaziantep: Baklava, Beyran Soup (spicy lamb broth), Küşleme (grilled lamb).
Şanlıurfa: Urfa Kebab, Çiğ Köfte (spiced raw bulgur), Şıllık Tatlısı (a local dessert).
Local Drinks: Menengiç Coffee (pistachio-based coffee) and Turkish tea.
✔ Cultural Etiquette:
Dress modestly when visiting mosques and religious sites.
Always ask for permission before photographing people.
Bargaining is common in bazaars—don't hesitate to negotiate prices.

 Quick Facts About Your Destinations
Gaziantep
* Famous for the Zeugma Mosaic Museum, home to stunning Roman-era mosaics.
* Explore Gaziantep’s historic bazaars, filled with copperware, textiles, and local delicacies.
* Recognized as Turkey’s culinary capital, offering some of the best traditional dishes in the country.

Şanlıurfa (Urfa)
Visit Balıklıgöl (Pool of Sacred Fish), linked to the legend of Prophet Abraham.
 Discover the Şanlıurfa Archaeology Museum, showcasing artifacts from Göbeklitepe and other ancient sites.
*Experience the Urfa Grand Bazaar, one of Turkey’s most authentic shopping experiences.

Göbeklitepe
The oldest known temple complex in the world (built around 9600 BCE).
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, challenging our understanding of early human civilization.
Features massive T-shaped stone pillars with intricate carvings of animals and symbols.

Why Take This Tour?

✅ Perfect for history and archaeology enthusiasts interested in ancient civilizations.

✅ Blend of cultural, religious, and culinary experiences, from sacred sites to world-famous food.

✅ Ideal for photographers and travelers looking to explore unique, less crowded destinations.

This 2-Day Expedition is a once-in-a-lifetime journey into the earliest days of civilization!

✖ Domestic flight tickets 

✖ Travel Insurance 

 ✖ Personal expenses

✖ Guide & driver tips

✖ Türkiye entry visa

✖ Alcoholic drinks & beverages

✖ Any expenses not mentioned in the inclusions