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Overview
The GAP corporate culture trip is a history and gastronomy programme covering five ancient cities of Southeastern Anatolia, planned either as a 5-day standard or a 7-day comprehensive itinerary. Four to six nights of accommodation, all meals in the programme, museum entry and intercity transport are included. It is designed for executive teams and for groups of 8-35 looking for an extended cultural route.
What is in the programme?
The standard programme opens in Şanlıurfa with Balıklıgöl, the Rızvaniye Mosque, Urfa Castle and the Archaeology Museum. On day two, Göbeklitepe is followed by the drive to Adıyaman and sunset on Mount Nemrut, where giant statues stand on the tumulus of the Commagene king Antiochus I. Day three covers Arsameia, the Roman-era Cendere Bridge, the Karakuş Tumulus and Old Kâhta Castle. Day four is spent in Gaziantep, with the Zeugma Mosaic Museum, the castle, the Coppersmiths' Bazaar and the historic caravanserais.
In the seven-day programme the group continues from Gaziantep to Mardin, seeing the Great Mosque, the Zinciriye and Kasımiye madrasas and the stone townscape overlooking the Mesopotamian plain. After the Syriac Deyrulzafaran Monastery and Midyat, the route concludes in Diyarbakır with the city walls, the Hevsel Gardens, the Great Mosque and the Four-Legged Minaret.
Highlights
- Sunset on Mount Nemrut among the Commagene statues
- The Zeugma Mosaic Museum and Göbeklitepe on the same route
- The stone architecture of Mardin and Midyat, and the Deyrulzafaran Monastery
- Regional food stops for kebabs, baklava and kadayıf dolması
Who Is It For?
Suitable for companies of 8-35 planning a senior executive programme, an extended incentive trip or a team trip focused on culture and gastronomy. The effort level is moderate; daily drives are long, and the summit of Nemrut is reached on foot by a sloping path from the car park.
Planning Notes
- Spring and autumn are the best seasons; in winter, access to the Nemrut summit may be restricted because of snow.
- On Nemrut the air cools quickly after sunset; a warm top layer is needed even in summer.
- The Sıra Gecesi evening in Şanlıurfa is an optional additional service.
- Flights and personal shopping are not included in the package.
Additional Services
Corporate Fit
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Suitable Team SizeDepartment and project teams of 8-35
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SegmentStandard
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Extra FeaturesLocal economy, Low carbon, Low waste, Accessible
Included Services / Excluded Services
- Professional guiding
- Corporate event planning
- Tour coordination support
- A tour programme exclusive to the group
- Accommodation in the areas named in the programme (4-6 nights)
- All meals named in the programme (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Entry fees for the museums and archaeological sites named in the programme (such as Göbeklitepe, the Zeugma Museum, Mount Nemrut, Balıklıgöl, Arsameia, the Mardin museums and inside the Diyarbakır walls)
- Intercity and local transport by vehicle
- Airport transfers (for groups travelling by air)
- Flights (can be added as an optional additional service)
- The Sıra Gecesi evening (Şanlıurfa, an optional additional service)
- Personal shopping (copper, silver, pistachios, baklava, Mardin stone, telli kurabiye, kadayıf dolması, etc.)
- Food and drink not named in the programme
Tour Gallery
Tour & Event Plan
FAQ
Because of the hot climate of Southeastern Anatolia, the best period is from October to April. In the summer months (May-September) temperatures can reach 40°C; in that case the tour programme is shifted to early mornings and evenings. For sunrise or sunset on Mount Nemrut, the summer months are more suitable (it is not cold).
Yes, and the Museum Card is valid at Göbeklitepe. About 1-1.5 hours are allowed for the visit. Entry is free with the Museum Card, and the entry fee is included in the tour.
Vehicles drive up close to the summit; from the car park there is a walk of about 15-20 minutes (500-600 metres) along a gently sloping path to the east terrace. It is not demanding; comfortable shoes are recommended, and be sure to bring warm clothing (a windproof jacket or coat), as the summit is cold and windy.
A minimum of 5 days is recommended (Şanlıurfa, Adıyaman/Nemrut, Gaziantep). Seven days are needed to include Mardin and Diyarbakır. If your company has time constraints, an intensive 4-day programme is also possible (Şanlıurfa + Göbeklitepe + Nemrut + Gaziantep).
Gaziantep: baklava, lahmacun, kebabs (aubergine, liver), katırcı, pistachios, beyran soup, yuvarlama and menengiç coffee; Şanlıurfa: çiğ köfte, Sıra Gecesi dishes, isot and aubergine kebab; Adıyaman: Adıyaman çiğ köfte and iskender kebab; Mardin: telli kurabiye, stuffed ribs and içli köfte; Diyarbakır: liver kebab, watermelon, kadayıf dolması and meftune.
Yes, the tour is planned entirely and exclusively for companies. Hotels, vehicles and guides are arranged according to group size.
The cities on the GAP tour, such as Şanlıurfa, Gaziantep, Adıyaman, Mardin and Diyarbakır, are established visitor destinations and are safe. The guides know the region well and brief participants on points to be aware of. Participants are advised not to go alone to non-tourist areas in the evening.
Yes, guiding is available in several languages. Göbeklitepe, Nemrut, Zeugma, Balıklıgöl and Mardin attract great interest from international guests. English, German, French, Arabic and Russian-speaking guides are available.
The GAP Tour is particularly suitable for department and project teams of 8-35. The flow of the programme can be tailored to the number of participants, the structure of the department and the motivation outcome you are aiming for.
This tour is positioned in the standard segment. The price is finalised according to the number of participants, dates, transport, meals, guiding and any additional activities required.
The programme's additional features are: contribution to the local economy, low carbon, low waste and an accessible programme. Low-carbon transport, low-waste operations and local sourcing options can be added as required.
To receive a quotation, simply share the number of participants, your preferred dates, the destination, your budget segment and any special requirements on the tour request form. A quotation with alternative prices and programme options is prepared for your corporate team.
