Mesopotamian Journey: Explore Ancient Wonders

Explore ancient wonders with our private Gobeklitepe tour. Experience Mesopotamian hospitality and breathtaking sites with expert guides. Book your unforgettable journey today.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Potbelly Hill - Göbeklitepe, translating to “belly hill,” is recognized as the oldest temple in human history and the first religious center on Earth. Around 20 temples have been identified in the area, with six already excavated. The soil level at the site indicates that the structure was intentionally buried by humans. Göbeklitepe was added to…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • tour guide
  • entrance fee of gobeklitepe and urfa archeology museum and halepli bahçe mozaik museum
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • personel expenses
  • Travel insurance
Additional Information

Our exclusive tours for small groups showcase the finest Mesopotamian hospitality to our esteemed guests. Awaiting your arrival, we aim to create unforgettable experiences with our knowledgeable local guides and VIP transportation. Departing from Istanbul, Izmir, Antalya, or Ankara, our tours take you to Gobeklitepe, Karahantepe, Mount Nemrut, Harran,…

Location
El Ruha Hotel
Haleplibahçe Caddesi
front of the el ruha hotel , we gonna wait for you sign with your name
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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P587ssdavida
Jul 6, 2025
A tour worth every minute - Selim was a very good tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. This was possibly the best adventure I've experienced so far! My guide made this long day a lot of fun and knew the best place to eat! I'm already planning on coming back and doing this Karahan tepe and mt nemrut tour with them again when I have more time.
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Venture36448400718
Jun 25, 2025
Journey to Göpeklitepe - Thank you very much to our guide, Selim. Not only was your explanation of the Goyopeklitepe ruins and the mosque wonderful, but you also told us about the historical background of your country and people, which made us Japanese people think deeply. At our request, you also took us to a Turkish spa, which was not included in the tour. It was a memory that will last a lifetime. Please continue to provide many people with wonderful experiences in the future. Thank you very much!
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Mohammed
Jun 24, 2025
Great historic sites - It was such an amazing experience to be able to see all the historic sites. We had a private tour and our guide Mr. Selim was very knowledgeable and friendly. My mom got sick during the trip and Mr. Selim didn’t hesitate to speak to the hotel manager and have her stay in the room a little longer. Also he was very kind to come back to the hotel mid tour and pick her up for the remainder of the tour.
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Milasenda
Jun 21, 2025
Perfect trip to Göbeklitepe and Karahantepe - We had a perfect trip with Mr. Selim to Karahantepe and Gobeklitepe 😊👍🏻 First of all, he was ontime to pick us up and the vehicle was very comfortable. The best thing of all was the explanation that he gave in Karahantepe and Gobeklitepe. It was very clear, thorough, very detailed information and even exciting for the kids 😁👍🏻 He understands the history of the area very well. He’s not only good with the explanation, but he’s also very friendly and kind to us. He even bought us some fresh apricots and it was superb 👍🏻 The lunch during our tour was delicious, with some varieties of kebab and salad. We’d definitely recommend Mr. Selim to our friends and colleagues who are going to Urfa. Five-star service 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
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Renginc2025
Jun 8, 2025
Overwhelming fascination - It was an amazing experience. My brother and I were fascinated by the level of sophistication, fine art and architecture at the beginning of civilization at Zero point in time.. Wow!! Our tour guide Selim was incredibly good in providing us with all the information needed to understand the sites. He was also very attentive to our needs and preferences. Guest comfort and satisfaction were his priority throughout our trip.
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J460dvadrianc
Jun 1, 2025
An Impressive Tour - This was a wonderful day. Selim is an excellent guide with a comprehensive knowledge of the sites that we visited and he was also friendly and looked after me well. Göbeklitepe is an amazing site, brought to life by Selim’s explanations and the information on display at the museum in Sanliurfa. We also visited the ruins and beehive houses at Harran, the mosaic museum and the Pool of Abraham, all accompanied by expert commentary by Selim. A thoroughly enjoyable and informative experience.
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Woubakal_t
May 4, 2025
Gobeklitepe and Şanlıurfa’s Museums—An Epic Day with a Great Guide! - I did a private Gobeklitepe tour on May 4, 2025, and it was honestly fantastic. Selim Bakir Turizm handled everything smoothly, but the real highlight was my guide—super knowledgeable, passionate, and a great storyteller. He made the ancient sites and museums of Şanlıurfa feel alive. Everything ran really smoothly. Comfortable ride, well-organized, and my guide was friendly and welcoming right from the start. But what made it stand out was how he brought the history to life. At Gobeklitepe, he explained the mysteries of the T-shaped pillars and the latest discoveries in a way that was both clear and fascinating. I asked loads of questions, and he had thoughtful answers every time. That same energy carried through the rest of the tour. At the Şanlıurfa Archaeology and Mosaic Museum, he pointed out little details I would’ve missed and connected everything to the bigger historical picture. The Halepli Bahçe Mosaic Museum was just as impressive—he really made you feel the history behind the art. We also stopped at Kızılkoyun Nekropolu, and he kept things interesting at every turn. Plus, all the entrance fees were included, with the package. What I appreciated most was how flexible he was. He let me take my time at the spots I found most interesting—no rushing. Lunch was included too, and his local food tips were spot on. He also made sure I was comfortable throughout, with water and little check-ins, which I really appreciated. Selim also know the right spots to take your picture perfectly, and that for me is a bonus. It was all super well-organized, but what made it memorable was my guide’s genuine love for what he does. If you’re going to Gobeklitepe, book with Selim. Easy five stars!
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Paulom369
Apr 24, 2025
Impermeable and revealing about very ancient times - Visit to a treasure that helps us to understand a little about the cradle of humanity. I recommend. The guide was also very attentive and, being from the region, knows a lot about history and customs.
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Melinauvu
Apr 5, 2025
Selim is the best - Best of the best. The most experienced guide in the area. He has wide knowledge of thr area and has great connections. He can get you into anywhere anytime.
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Trek03148558237
Mar 31, 2025
Selim is the only tour guide you need - Selim is a fantastic guide and a local person, so he knows this place like the back of his pocket. We visited Göbeklitepe together and Şanluirfa Archeological Museum. I've had an amazing day. I would never get so much valuable and interesting facts about the area if I did it myself. Selim will tell you things that nobody else will tell you. And he takes his time to explain all the fascinating facts about the first humans in Göbeklitepe. I very much recommend Selim! He offers many other tours as well. And he will take great photos for you! I will be coming back to him for sure!
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From $299
up to 4 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).