Embark on a 3-day adventure in Eastern Turkey to explore the majestic Mt. Nemrut and the ancient wonders of Gobekli Tepe. Discover the iconic stone heads and immerse yourself in the rich history of the region.
Embark on a 3-day adventure in Eastern Turkey to explore the majestic Mt. Nemrut and the ancient wonders of Gobekli Tepe. Discover the iconic stone heads and immerse yourself in the rich history of the region.
Cappadocia - Kahramanmaras - Adiyaman - Mt. Nemrut - Adiyaman
Karatay Han - Along the way, you will pass by the Seljuk Karatay Caravansaray.
Pinarbasi - Stop for a tea break
Kahramanmaras - Visit Kahramanmaras for tasting Turkey’s best ice cream!
Arsameia - Pass through Adiyaman and visit Arsemia, once the capital of the Commagene…
Cappadocia - Kahramanmaras - Adiyaman - Mt. Nemrut - Adiyaman
Karatay Han - Along the way, you will pass by the Seljuk Karatay Caravansaray.
Pinarbasi - Stop for a tea break
Kahramanmaras - Visit Kahramanmaras for tasting Turkey’s best ice cream!
Arsameia - Pass through Adiyaman and visit Arsemia, once the capital of the Commagene Kingdom.
Cendere Bridge - To the left of the modern bridge over the Cendere River, you’ll see a magnificent humpback Roman bridge built in the 2nd century AD. The surviving Latin stelae state that the bridge was built in honor of Emperor Septimius Severus. Of the four original Corinthian columns (two at either end), three are still standing.
Karakus Tumulusu - Karakuş Tümülüs was built in 36 BC. A handful of columns ring the mound – there were more, but the limestone blocks were used by the Romans to build the Cendere Bridge. An eagle tops a column at the car park, a lion tops another around the mound, and a third has an inscribed slab explaining that the burial mound holds female relatives of King Mithridates II.
Mount Nemrut - In 62 BC, King Antiochus I Theos of Commagene built on the mountain top a tomb-sanctuary flanked by huge statues (8–9 m or 26–30 ft high) of himself, two lions, two eagles and various Greek, Armenian, and Iranian gods, such as Hercules-Vahagn, Zeus-Aramazd or Oromasdes (associated with the Iranian god Ahura Mazda), Tyche, and Apollo-Mithras. These statues were once seated, with names of each god inscribed on them. The heads of the statues have at some stage been removed from their bodies, and they are now scattered throughout the site.
Adiyaman - Drive back to Adiyaman for overnight in hotel.
- Meals as per itinerary
- 2 nights accommodation
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Admission Fees
- Private transportation
- Licensed professional guide
- Meals as per itinerary
- 2 nights accommodation
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Admission Fees
- Private transportation
- Licensed professional guide
- Other services not mentioned
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities (optional)
- Other services not mentioned
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities (optional)
On this three-day trip to Eastern Turkey, you will explore one of Turkey’s most iconic attractions - the majestic stone heads located atop a secluded mountain at an elevation of 2,150 metres. These statues, which depict Greek and Persian deities and reach up to 33ft in height, were a component of the tomb and temple precinct built by Antiochus I (69-34…
On this three-day trip to Eastern Turkey, you will explore one of Turkey’s most iconic attractions - the majestic stone heads located atop a secluded mountain at an elevation of 2,150 metres. These statues, which depict Greek and Persian deities and reach up to 33ft in height, were a component of the tomb and temple precinct built by Antiochus I (69-34 BC), the ruler of the Commagene kingdom. The journey will also give you an insight into the lifestyle of the people in South-Eastern Turkey, unspoiled by modern civilization.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
