PRIVATE TOUR

Adıyaman Full Day Nemrut Mountain Tour

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Embark on a private tour from Adıyaman to discover UNESCO World Heritage sites. Trace the footsteps of the Kingdom of Commagene, visit the Arsemi Karakuş Tumulus and the Cendere Bridge, and take a sunrise or sunset tour.

About this activity

Duration 8 hours

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Free cancellation

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Live tour guide

English, Turkish

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Mobile ticketing

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Private group

Pickup included

Guiding service

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Highlights

  • Experience the sunset or sunrise at Mount Nemrut with a full-day tour.
  • Explore Karakuş Tumulus, Cendere Bridge, and the ancient city of Arsemia on this tour.
  • Enjoy the unique Mesopotamian landscape among the statues of the gods on Mount Nemrut.
  • Experience this with a comfortable vehicle and a private tour departing from Adıyaman.
  • Join your tour with the option of being picked up from Adıyaman Airport or a hotel in Adıyaman.

Full description

While traveling to Mount Nemrut, it is possible to visit the 'Kara Kuş Tomb Mound', also known as the 'Karakuş Tumulus', a monumental tomb built in 36 BC.

You will also pass over the Cendere Ancient Roman Bridge, which is still visible today and is remarkably well-constructed.

Learn about the Kingdom of Commagene by visiting the ancient Roman Severan Bridge and the Arsemia ruins, dating back to 200 BC.

The region between the Taurus Mountains and the Euphrates River was known as Commagene in Greek and Roman times. Commagene was founded as an independent kingdom in 162 BC by Mithridates I Kalinikos. The kingdom enjoyed its longest period during the reign of Antiochus I (69-36 BC), who succeeded Mithridates. Most of the archaeological remains that have survived to this day, including the tumulus on Mount Nemrut, whose secrets are still being studied and access denied, belong to Antiochus I. At the summit of this 200-meter-long cone-shaped mountain are statues of Apollo, Zeus, Hercules, and other mythological figures.

Mount Nemrut, the highest point in the region at 2150 meters, offers a magnificent view for sunrise or sunset, while the scattered heads of the statues add a mystical atmosphere to the scene.

Includes

  • Depending on your preference, transportation service is available from Adıyaman Airport and any hotel.
  • A local professional tourist guide will accompany you throughout the tour.
  • All transportation and tours are included in your private, modern, air-conditioned, and comfortable vehicle for your tour.
  • Short breaks and photo stops at scenic locations throughout the tour.
  • Lunch and Soft Drinks with Meals
  • Nemrut Mountain National Park Archaeological Site Entrance Fee
  • Personal expenses and optional tips.

Important information

Things you need to know before this tour:

  • Our tour starts and ends in Adıyaman. Depending on your booking preference, you can start your tour from hotels in Adıyaman city center or Adıyaman Airport, and reserve to be dropped off at Adıyaman Airport or a hotel at the end of the program. Your guide will assist you with this.
  • Our local operations team may contact you before the tour to confirm your flight and accommodation details.
  • You must fill out the participant information form included in the reservation confirmation email.
  • The itinerary, sunrise or sunset times may be adjusted by the guide depending on weather and road conditions. The order of visits, rest periods, and departure times may be changed for a more comfortable experience.
  • Depending on the size of the group, the tour can be conducted in a vehicle with a separate guide driver or with a driver-guide.
  • Lunch will be provided at a local restaurant. You are free to choose your lunch time; your guide will assist you.

What you should bring with you on this tour:

  • Identity card or passport (photocopy or can be shown on a mobile phone).
  • Comfortable walking shoes.
  • Wear comfortable clothing suitable for the weather. Even in summer, the air at the summit of Mount Nmerut can be cool. Temperatures can drop in spring and autumn, so you may want to bring an extra jacket or warmer clothing.