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Harran, Şanlıurfa – Ancient City of Mesopotamia | Travel Guide

Begin your journey from Cappadocia to Kahta, visiting the historic Karatayhan Caravanserai and enjoying scenic stops along the way. Stay overnight near Mount Nemrut. On Day 2, witness a breathtaking sunrise at the summit of Mount Nemrut, surrounded by colossal ancient statues. Explore Harran before heading to Şanlıurfa. On the final day, visit Birecik, home to the rare Bald Ibis birds. After lunch, travel through the Taurus Mountains before returning to Cappadocia.Harran is an ancient city located in Şanlıurfa, southeastern Turkey, and is considered one of the oldest continuously inhabited settlements in the world. Famous for its unique beehive-shaped houses, Harran was an important center of science, culture, and trade in ancient Mesopotamia. Today, Harran attracts visitors with its rich history, archaeological ruins, and cultural heritage, making it a must-see destination for history and travel enthusiasts.

Large stone heads beside a rocky mound
Ancient stone statues and fallen heads
Historic stone buildings beside a river
Courtyards of a historic stone complex
Weathered stone relief on a hillside
Rows of carved stone figures
Ancient stone heads in warm evening light
Historic stone building with a tall square tower
Pool beside a mosque and colonnade
Beehive-shaped stone houses
Arched gateway in a stone complex
Stone statues beside a mountain mound
Ruins of a hilltop stone settlement
Beehive-shaped buildings and a courtyard
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Departure location
İstanbul
Duration
3 days
Languages
Turkish, English
Experience category
Not specified
Destination
İstanbul

About this tour

Begin your journey from Cappadocia to Kahta, visiting the historic Karatayhan Caravanserai and enjoying scenic stops along the way. Stay overnight near Mount Nemrut. On Day 2, witness a breathtaking sunrise at the summit of Mount Nemrut, surrounded by colossal ancient statues. Explore Harran before heading to Şanlıurfa. On the final day, visit Birecik, home to the rare Bald Ibis birds. After lunch, travel through the Taurus Mountains before returning to Cappadocia.Harran is an ancient city located in Şanlıurfa, southeastern Turkey, and is considered one of the oldest continuously inhabited settlements in the world. Famous for its unique beehive-shaped houses, Harran was an important center of science, culture, and trade in ancient Mesopotamia. Today, Harran attracts visitors with its rich history, archaeological ruins, and cultural heritage, making it a must-see destination for history and travel enthusiasts.

Itinerary

  1. 01

    Day 1

    Cappadocia - Kahramanmaraş - KahtaMeet your guide and driver at your hotel at 8:00 AM and depart from Cappadocia. After passing through Kayseri, visit the Seljuk Karatayhan Caravansary on the famous Silk Road. Then, travel through the Taurus Mountains and observe the countryside and daily life of rural Türkiye. After a break for lunch, go to Kahramanmaraş and try some of the best ice cream in Türkiye. Overnight stay in Adıyaman.

  2. 02

    Day 2

  3. 03

    Day 3

    Sanliurfa Cappadocia - End of Tour After breakfast, we depart from Sanliurfa to Birecik, which is known for its Bald Ibis (Kelaynak) birds. These birds live only in Birecik and there is a very limited population remaining today. Visit the breeding farm of Bald Ibis birds. After lunch, drive up to the Taurus Mountains. After a short tea break, we will drive back to Cappadocia.

Included and excluded

Included

  • +Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • +Professional English-speaking tour guide
  • +2 nights accommodation
  • +2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
  • +Museum entrance fees
  • +Tour pick-up and drop-off from hotel(s)

Excluded

  • −All Entry Tickets
  • −All Transfers
  • −İf you select flight tickets

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