All-inclusive Private Guided 2-day Tour of Sanliurfa
Sanliurfa, Turkey
2 days 4.5 · 2 reviews RU, EN, KU, TR
300986P13
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Tour route
6 stops
~56 km
2 days
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Overview
Enjoy an all-inclusive, private, guided tour of Sanliurfa, which is full of ancient historical sights you do not want to miss! See the Biblical city of Haran where you'll have a chance to ride camels and visit Jacob's well! After a delicious local lunch, visit the Sanliurfa Archeology Museum. Experience a picturesque sunset at the famous Pool of Abraham. Sanliurfa is where Abraham lived before his migration to Canaan. Next, see the Sanliurfa Mosaic Museum and head to "Potbelly Hill" or in Turkish, Gobekli Tepe. This is believed to be the world's oldest temple. Experts date these incredible ruins to 10,000 BC, predating Stonehenge by a whopping 6,000 years!
Tour at a glance
Duration
2 days
Multi-day trip
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Tour type
Private tour
up to 15 travellers per booking
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Languages
RU, EN, KU, TR
live guide
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Pickup
Hotel pickup
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Operates
Every day
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Confirmation
Instant
e-ticket by e-mail
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Cancellation
See policy below
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Traveller ages
Adults 13–99
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Rating
4.5 / 5
2 verified reviews
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Ticket
Mobile ticket
show it on your phone
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What's included
- Entrance Fees
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Bottled water
- Breakfast
- Private transportation
- Coffee and/or tea
Day by day
Day 1: Sanliurfa city
Overnight at a hand-picked 3-star hotel. - Harran Sit Alani See the Biblical city of Harran (also spelled Haran) where Abraham’s family settled when they left Ur of the Chaldeans (Genesis 11:31–32). Harran is an ancient city of strategic importance and is now a village in southeastern Turkey. It lies along the Balikh River, 24 miles (38 km) southeast of Sanliurfa. The town was located on the road that ran from Nineveh to Carchemish and was regarded as of considerable importance by the Assyrian kings. Its chief cult in Assyrian times was that of the moon god. One of the first science centers of the world and the first universities of the world were established here. The names of the city and university of Sanliurfa come from the cuneiform tablets. The name 'ha ra na' is written on them.
- See Jacob's Well. Jacob was sent by his mother to find Laban to be safe. He travels a great distance to find Laban. Rachel, Laban's younger daughter, comes to the well to water her father's flock and Jacob sees her there. He falls in love with her and accepts to work for her father for 7 years just to marry her. Since Rachel has an older sister, Laban forces Jacob to marry the older sister and asks him to work for him 7 years more to marry Rachel. Jacob accepts the offer and works for Laban 7 years more. Finally, he marries Rachel.
- Haleplibahce Mozaik Muzesi The museum opened in 2015, and replaced the former museum of Sanliurfa. With a closed area of 34,000 square meters (370,000 sq ft), it is one of the biggest museums in Turkey. Sanliurfa has hosted many civilizations, so the museum is very rich in terms of artifacts. The museum consists of two major sections. To the north is the mosaic section and to the south is the archaeology section which is a three-story building. In addition to exhibition halls there are offices, a museum lab, a library, restaurants, markets and a playground for kids.
- BalIklIgol Experience a picturesque sunset at the famous Pool of Abraham (Fish Lake or Balikligol). This pool is believed by Jews and Muslims to be where Nimrod threw Abraham into the fire. Abraham is an important patriarch in Islam, Judaism, and Christianity. Sanliurfa is where Abraham lived before his migration to Canaan. Balikligol and neighboring Aynzeliha pools are among the most visited places in Sanliurfa.
- Mevlid-i Halilulrahman MagarasI Abraham's Cave, the cave of Abraham, is often said to be the birthplace of the prophet. The cave is a gaping mouth flanked by two columns. The cave has two entrances, one for each gender. Visitors, especially women, are required to wear appropriate clothes, so headscarves are handed out at the entrance. The cave itself is a sort of cave church and is usually hot because of the lack of ventilation and the large number of visitors.
Day 2: Gobeklitepe
- Sanliurfa Archeology and Mosaic Museum Return to the site of the Archeology and Mosaic Museum to see these amazing mosaics. These mosaics, some dating back as old as the 1st-Century, were uncovered on accident while the local municipality was preparing to create a parking lot! The mosaics were restored and kept in their original locations and the museum was built around them. Walk the glass pathways and look down over beautiful 2000-year-old mosaic pictures laying just as they always have.
- Gobeklitepe See one of the oldest and most amazing archeological sites in the world! Head to "Potbelly Hill" or in Turkish, Gobekli Tepe. This is believed to be the world's oldest temple. Experts date these incredible ruins to 10,000 BC, predating Stonehenge by a whopping 6,000 years!
Meeting & pickup
Hotel pickup is included for all travellers.
Schedule
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Traveller reviews
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Mar 2024 · Tripadvisor
An impressive experience! We were there on our own initiative without an organized tour group. The experience was impressive, we enjoyed the stay and the sightseeing. Both the excavations at Göbleki Tepe and Karahan Tepe were just as impressive as the reconstruction of the city of Harran. It was just a shame that the museums in Sanliurfa were still closed. The detour to the grotto of Abraham and Eyüb (Job or Hiob) was just as memorable as the trip to the “city of the dead”. We were very impressed by the reconstruction of the old town after the earthquake and flood. In contrast, the traces of Armenian history were still very depressing. The pilgrims and the many families and young people around the Pond of Abraham and the Halil Rahman Mosque impressed us with the peace they radiated.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 2 days.
Is hotel pickup included?
Hotel pickup is included for all travellers.
Can I cancel for free?
A custom cancellation policy applies; see the cancellation section on this page.
Which languages is the guide available in?
Guide languages: RU, EN, KU, TR
On which days does it run?
It runs Every day.
How fast is the booking confirmed?
Instantly. Your e-ticket arrives by e-mail right after booking.
Is this a private tour?
Yes, this is a private experience for your group only.
Where do I complete the booking?
On viator.com, a Tripadvisor company, with live availability and secure payment. TourViaGo is a Global Partner of Viator.
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