Grand
Turkey
Tour II
June 22 – July 2, 2025
11 days exploring the cradle of civilization — from Göbekli Tepe's 12,000-year-old temples to Cappadocia's otherworldly landscapes.
Reserve Your SpotAn Epic Adventure Awaits
Earth Ancients' Cliff Dunning and Egyptologist Mohamed Ibrahim invite you to join them on this epic adventure to Turkey. This tour will explore ancient Turkish history from multiple perspectives and you will discover the lost civilizations of Ancient Turkey.
You will experience exceptional accommodation, spectacular dining, and high quality transportation. This 11-day tour will take you to Istanbul, Cappadocia, Çatalhöyük, Karahan Tepe, Göbekli Tepe, and many more extraordinary destinations that predate the pyramids.
11-Day Journey
Day One
Istanbul Arrival
Sunday, June 22, 2025
- Arrive at Istanbul Airport
- Meet tour assistant & transfer to hotel
- Welcome orientation meeting
- Welcome dinner at the hotel
Day Two
Istanbul Old City
Monday, June 23, 2025
- Visit Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque
- Explore Topkapi Palace
- Walk through the Grand Bazaar
- Visit the Basilica Cistern
- Evening Bosphorus cruise
Day Three
Fly to Cappadocia
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
- Morning flight to Cappadocia
- Visit Göreme Open-Air Museum
- Explore rock-cut churches with Byzantine frescoes
- Check-in at unique cave hotel
- Evening lecture on Cappadocia's history
Day Four
Cappadocia Underground Cities
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
- Optional hot air balloon ride at sunrise
- Descend into Derinkuyu Underground City
- Visit Uçhisar Castle panoramic viewpoint
- Explore Paşabağ (Monks Valley) fairy chimneys
- Traditional carpet weaving demonstration
Day Five
Çatalhöyük / Drive to Adıyaman
Thursday, June 26, 2025
- ✦ Visit Çatalhöyük (7,500 BC settlement)
- Explore one of world's earliest urban centers
- Visit Konya & Mevlana Museum (Whirling Dervishes)
- Drive to Adıyaman region
- Check-in at hotel near Mount Nemrut
Day Six
Mount Nemrut Sunrise
Friday, June 27, 2025
- ✦ Pre-dawn ascent to Mount Nemrut summit
- Witness sunrise among colossal stone heads
- Explore the 2,000-year-old sanctuary
- Visit ancient Cendere Bridge
- Drive to Şanlıurfa (birthplace of Abraham)
Day Seven
Göbekli Tepe & Karahan Tepe
Saturday, June 28, 2025
- ✦ GÖBEKLI TEPE — World's oldest temple (12,000 years)
- Explore T-shaped pillars & animal carvings
- ✦ KARAHAN TEPE — Sister site under excavation
- Visit Şanlıurfa Archaeological Museum
- Evening at Balıklıgöl (Pool of Sacred Fish)
Day Eight
Harran / Şanlıurfa
Sunday, June 29, 2025
- Visit ancient Harran & beehive houses
- Explore where Abraham is believed to have lived
- Visit Haleplibahçe Mosaic Museum
- Explore Şanlıurfa's historic bazaars
- Dinner at traditional restaurant
Day Nine
Gaziantep / Zeugma
Monday, June 30, 2025
- Drive to Gaziantep on ancient Silk Road
- Visit Zeugma Mosaic Museum
- See the famous "Gypsy Girl" mosaic
- Explore Gaziantep's copper bazaar
- Sample renowned Turkish baklava
Day Ten
Return to Istanbul
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
- Morning flight to Istanbul
- Check-in at hotel
- Free afternoon for shopping or relaxation
- Optional visit to Istanbul Modern Art Museum
- Farewell dinner celebration
Day Eleven
Istanbul — Departure
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
- Breakfast at hotel
- Airport transfer based on flight schedule
- Departure from Istanbul — until we meet again
Tour Packages
Shared Room
One person in a double room with a roommate
Deposit: $2,000
What's Included
Not Included
Single Room (Private)
Room exclusively for one person
Deposit: $2,000
What's Included
Not Included
Your Hosts
Cliff Dunning
Cliff Dunning is an author, researcher, and host of America's #1 podcast Earth Ancients. With a focus on reclaiming lost history, he explores the intersection of ancient technology and planetary evolution. A former Program Director for major national conferences, Cliff blends a Bachelor of Science in Business Marketing with a deep passion for anomalous archaeology.
Mohamed Ibrahim
Egyptologist, Hieroglyphics Expert, and Tour Guide, Mohamed Ibrahim is inspired by a passionate desire to share his wisdom. Born in Memphis, Egypt, he studied Ancient Egyptian, Coptic and Islamic Art and History at Helwan University in Cairo. Mohamed's comprehensive knowledge, along with his background in comparative religions and spiritual studies, has enabled him to fill lecture halls and conduct successful tours for over 20 years.
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