# "GAP Tour from Ankara 3 Nights 4 Days" - URL: https://lifefest.com.tr/en/ankara-cikisli-gap-turu-3-gece-4-gun-t7501 - Category: Accommodation Tours - Duration: 3 Nights, 4 Days - Starting Price: 10,950 ₺ / Per Person ## Tour Detail 🔔 Important Notice: In all night departure tours, the specified tour dates refer to the starting day of the tour program. Therefore, for example, for a tour dated June 13-16, our vehicles will depart from Ankara on the evening of June 12. The tour concludes with arrival in Ankara late in the evening on the last day of the program. 📌 Please do not forget to consider the departure and return days when planning your schedule. Information About Visiting Mount Nemrut The visit to Mount Nemrut included in the program is among the services covered by the fee. This historical site, attracting visitors from many parts of the world, offers a unique experience with its monumental sculptures and tomb of the kings, carrying the traces of the Commagene Kingdom. To reach the summit of Nemrut, which is approximately 2150 meters above sea level, a walk of about 700 meters is required from the area where our vehicles park. At the summit where the sculptures are located, both the East and West terraces are visited, and especially from the East terrace, the stunning view of the Mesopotamian Plain can be enjoyed. After the visit, the program continues with the Cendere Bridge and Karakuş Tumulus. Important Notes: - Due to the high altitude and the need for walking, guests with heart, blood pressure, respiratory problems, or difficulty walking are not recommended to participate in this section. - As the summit point can be cold in all seasons, it is important for participants to be prepared with warm clothing, jackets, hats, and similar items. - A blanket rental service is provided at the cafeteria located at the departure point. - In case of possible snowfall or icing in March, November, and December, ascent to the summit is not made for safety reasons. In this case, the group continues the program by visiting the Cendere Bridge and Karakuş Tumulus with a guide. Traditional Evening Event in Urfa A traditional evening event is held in Şanlıurfa on the last night of our tour program. After arriving in Urfa, we settle into our hotel, and the entertainment program starts in the evening hours. This event, which also includes dinner, takes place in a venue reserved just for us. The night begins with a local set menu and continues with live music. Participants enjoy a delightful cultural experience by joining in the music. The length of the event lasts approximately 2-3 hours. The evening is held in traditional houses, where the floors are completely carpeted. Since shoes are not allowed, it is recommended for guests in need to bring slippers. Important Notes - Tour fees are calculated per person based on accommodations in double and triple rooms. - In the case of accommodation in triple rooms, an extra bed is applied for the third person, and this bed may be smaller than standard bed sizes in some hotel standards. - In the case of single occupancy, guests wishing to use a double room alone will be charged an additional single occupancy fee, which may vary according to the hotel's pricing policies. - Child pricing applies to the first child staying in the same room with two adults for ages 6-11 and 0-5 years. - Children staying with a single adult will be charged at adult rates. - The tour vehicle will be determined according to the number of participants: - 15-18 people: Minibus - 19-35 people: Midi bus - 35 or more people: Large bus - The minimum participation number is 15 people, and if adequate participation is not achieved, the tour company reserves the right to cancel the tour up to one day in advance. In this case, the paid fees will be fully refunded. - Tour prices are planned to cover the entire year. The lowest starting prices in the season are specified in posters and announcements, and prices may vary according to the dates. - LIFE FEST TOURISM reserves the right to make changes to the tour flow, provided that the sightseeing points stated in the program remain fixed due to regional density, hotel availability, and other operational reasons. 📌The tour starts with a night departure from Ankara one day before the specified starting date. The tour concludes with a return to Ankara in the evening on the last day. Note: In this tour, visits to sales stores from the region are carried out for the promotion and shopping of local products. What is MüzeKart+? With MüzeKart+, you can visit over 300 museums and archaeological sites affiliated with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Turkey and the National Palaces unlimited for one year. The card is valid for one year from the date of purchase. MüzeKart is available for only Turkish citizens for an annually determined fee. Different card options are available for foreign nationals, and detailed information can be accessed via the link below. Card Acquisition: You can start using your digital card instantly by creating a membership through the Turkey's Museums mobile application. If you do not create a membership, you will need to wait for the cargo process for your physical card to reach you. Click Here to Buy MüzeKart Online ## Tour Program ### 'Day 1 | Nemrut - Nissibi Bridge - Diyarbakır - Mardin' We are meeting our valued guests at 21:00 at our first departure point, Kızılay, and after guests joining from other stops are added to our group, we are starting our night journey on the Southeast Anatolia Tour from Ankara. In the morning, upon arriving in Adıyaman, we will head to Mount Nemrut, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with special minibuses for the group. Along the way, we will visit the Karakuş Tumulus, the Cendere Bridge, and the Arsemia Ruins (Old Castle) in succession. Afterward, we will have the opportunity to see the Nemrut Tumulus and its gigantic statues that were built by the King of Commagene. Next, we set off towards Diyarbakır via the Nissibi Bridge route. During our city tour in Diyarbakır, we will visit the City Walls, Ulu Mosque, Hasanpaşa Inn, the Four-Legged Minaret, and the Ongözlü Bridge. After a free time for lunch, we will proceed to Mardin. In Mardin, we will visit the Kasımiye Medrese, one of the finest examples of Artuqid architecture. We will explore this impressive structure with information from our guide and take photos. At the end of the day, we will check into our hotel. Dinner will be at our hotel. Guests who wish can take a pleasant evening walk in the streets of Old Mardin. ### Day 2 | Mardin - Midyat After breakfast at the hotel, we set off towards Midyat. Our tour will start with a visit to the Midyat Guesthouse, where we will take a shopping break at the Silversmiths Market, where we can see some of the finest examples of telkari silver craftsmanship. After visiting the historical Midyat Houses, we will head back to Mardin. First, we will visit the Deyrulzafaran Monastery, which belongs to the Syriac community and was used as a patriarchal center for many years. Then we will move to the center of Mardin for a visit to the Grand Mosque, take a walk through the Old Mardin streets, and have a photo break at the Abbara passages. After the tour, we will return to our hotel for dinner. ### Day 3 | Mardin – Göbeklitepe – Balıklıgöl – Harran – Şanlıurfa After breakfast, we depart for Şanlıurfa via the Viranşehir route. Our first stop will be Göbeklitepe, the world’s oldest known temple complex, which is also listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We will explore this unique archaeological site with the guidance of our tour leader. Next, we move to the city center of Urfa to visit sacred sites such as Balıklıgöl, Ayn Zeliha Lake, Halil-ür Rahman Mosque, and the Tomb of Prophet Abraham. We will have some free time for shopping for local products and tasting regional delicacies. Later, we will head to Harran, one of the emblematic settlements of the Southeastern region. Here, we will visit the Conical Roof Houses, Harran Great Mosque, Harran University, the Inner Castle, and the Historical Walls with the guidance of our tour leader. At the end of the tour, we will head to our hotel in the center of Şanlıurfa. In the evening, we will participate in a dinner and entertainment-filled traditional Sıra Gecesi event taking place in a stone mansion. ### Day 4 | Şanlıurfa – Halfeti – Zeugma Mosaic Museum – Gaziantep – Ankara After having breakfast, we set off towards Halfeti. Together with our guests who wish, we will take a boat tour on the Birecik Dam Lake where we will see the Kızlar Cave, Rumkale, and the submerged Savaşan Village panoramically. After the Halfeti tour, we head towards Gaziantep. Our first stop is the Zeugma Mosaic Museum, one of the most important mosaic museums in the world. We will explore this unique collection with the guide's explanations. Next, after seeing Gaziantep Castle panoramically, we will have free time to explore historical and cultural stops such as Bakırcılar Bazaar, Gümrük Han, and Tahmis Coffee. Guests who wish can visit the Kitchen Museum and the Bath Museum during this time. After the provided lunch break, we gather at the time indicated by our guide to start our journey back to Ankara. Depending on the road and traffic conditions, we expect to arrive in Ankara in the evening. We bid farewell to you hoping to see you in another Life Fest Tourism organization. ## What's Included - Travel Insurance Package - Professional Guidance and Accompaniment Services - Transportation with Tour Vehicles - Day 1 In-Vehicle Breakfast - 3 Nights Accommodation at Specified Hotels - Hotel Breakfast (3) - Hotel Dinner (3) - HALFETI BOAT TOUR - NEMRUT MOUNTAIN TRANSFER FEE - Dinner with Traditional Turkish Night ## Not Included - All Personal Expenses - Lunches - Beverages Ordered with Meals - Museum and Archaeological Site Entrance Fees --- Life Fest Turizm · 0312 446 49 06 · info@lifefest.com.tr