Private Tour of the Hittite Sites

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Location: Ankara, Turkey
Duration: 11 hours (approx.)

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Journey to Yazilikaya and see an impressive open air rock sanctuary created by the Hittites, the second oldest known civilization in Anatolia. At Hattusas, the ancient Hittite capital which dates from 3,000 BC, you'll visit Lion's Gate, King's Gate, Citadel and the Grand Temple.

Highlights

Full-day trip to Yazilikaya, home of the Hittite rock sanctuary
Enjoy personalized attention from your private guide on this special private tour of the Hittite sites
Visit the Hittite capital city of Hattusas, famous for its Cuneiform tablets
See the Lion’s Gate, Kings Gate and Grand Temple in Hattusas
Transport by air-conditioned coach

What You Can Expect

Hattusas, Turkey

Departing Ankara in the early morning, drive for approximately 3 hours (208 kilometers) through the stunning landscape of Turkey enroute to Hattusas which was the capital of the Hittites.

Before visiting the main capitol, journey to Yazilikaya. Meaning "inscribed rock" in the Turkish language, Yazilikaya is an open air, natural rock shrine containing impressive reliefs of all the Hittite gods and goddesses. As the morning sun light shines on the bas-reliefs direct in the morning, you will be fascinated by this open air sanctuary.

Enjoy lunch in a small restaurant in a town nearby. After lunch visit the capital of Hattusas famous for the cuneiform tablets, and the capital city of Hittites.

While here you will visit Lion's Gate, Tunnel, King's Gate, Citadel and Grand Temple. After a day of impressive sightseeing, join your transfer back to Ankara.

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Schedule Details

Departs

Departure point

Tour departs from centrally located Ankara hotels

Departure time

9:00am

Duration

11 hours (approx.)

Return details
Returns to original departure point at approximately 8:00pm

Additional Info

Inclusions

Hotel pickup and drop off
Entrance fees
Lunch
Local guide
Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions

Gratuities (optional)
Food and drinks, unless specified

Additional info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited
Not recommended for children aged 4 and under
Children 18 years and under must be accompanied by an adult
Adult pricing applies to all travelers

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