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Private Catalhoyuk & Konya Tour from Cappadocia with Lunch
- Duration7 hours
- Max Travelers15 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryAgent Low Quality Product, Archaeology Tours
Overview
Travel through thousands of years of Central Anatolian history on a private full-day journey from Cappadocia to Çatalhöyük, Sultanhanı and Konya.
Begin with a visit to Sultanhanı Caravanserai, a monumental Seljuk-era stop on the historic Silk Road. Continue to the UNESCO-listed Neolithic settlement of Çatalhöyük, where your private licensed guide will explain how one of the world’s earliest large communities lived, built their homes and developed complex social traditions.
After a traditional lunch in Konya, visit the Mevlana Museum, home to the tomb of Jalal al-Din Rumi and the historic lodge associated with the Mevlevi tradition.
Private hotel pickup and drop-off, a licensed guide, a professional driver, an air-conditioned vehicle, admission tickets and lunch are included.
This is a long but rewarding private day trip, combining Neolithic archaeology, Seljuk architecture and the spiritual heritage of Rumi in one carefully coordinated itinerary.
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What's included
All Taxes
Professional Licensed Experienced Tour Guide
Lunch
Museum Tickets
A/C Vehicle
What's Not included
Personal Expenses
Tips
Drinks at Lunch
Itinerary
Your private guide and driver will collect you from your hotel in Cappadocia early in the morning.nnSettle into your private air-conditioned vehicle and travel west across the Central Anatolian landscape.nnThe journey includes extended highway travel. Short comfort stops can be arranged when required.
Visit Sultanhanu0131, one of the most impressive surviving caravanserais in Central Anatolia.nnBuilt during the Seljuk period, the complex provided merchants, travelers and their animals with protection and accommodation while traveling along historic commercial routes.nnEnter through its monumental stone portal and explore the open courtyard, covered winter hall and architectural details while your guide explains the role of caravanserais in medieval Anatolian trade.
Explore one of the worldu2019s most significant Neolithic archaeological sites.nnu00c7atalhu00f6yu00fck was occupied by a large settled community thousands of years before the development of the classical cities commonly associated with ancient history.nnWalk through the available visitor areas and view excavated mud-brick structures while learning about:nnHouses constructed closely togethernRooftop access and movementnDomestic life and food productionnWall paintings and symbolic practicesnBurials beneath house floorsnEarly agriculture and animal domesticationnArchaeological excavation and conservationnnYour guide will help interpret the visible remains and explain what researchers have learned about the community that lived here.nnThe excavation areas accessible to visitors may vary because of conservation work, archaeological research and local operating conditions.
Continue to Konya and enjoy lunch at a selected local restaurant.nnThe meal generally features Turkish or regional cuisine. The exact restaurant and menu may change according to the season and operating schedule.nnVegetarian meals can be arranged with advance notice.nnDrinks are not included unless specifically stated in the selected booking option.
Visit the Mevlana Museum, the former Mevlevi lodge and final resting place of the thirteenth-century poet, scholar and mystic Jalal al-Din Rumi.nnSee the famous green-domed mausoleum and explore sections connected with Mevlevi culture, music, manuscripts, clothing and daily life.nnYour guide will explain:nnThe life and teachings of RuminThe development of the Mevlevi traditionnThe meaning of the sema ceremonynThe historic function of the dervish lodgenThe cultural influence of Rumi in Tu00fcrkiye and around the worldnnThis visit does not include a live whirling-dervish ceremony.nnVisitors should behave respectfully because the museum and mausoleum have significant spiritual importance.
After the Mevlana Museum visit, begin the return journey to Cappadocia.nnComfort stops can be arranged during the drive when required.nnYou will be dropped off at your hotel or previously confirmed accommodation in Cappadocia.nnThe exact return time will depend on your hotel location, traffic, weather, restaurant service and the pace of the private group.
Good to know
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.