Get ready for an epic journey of gastronomy and history that will appeal to your stomach and soul! The Gaziantep and Şanlıurfa taste tour is designed for you to experience one of the most important cuisines not only in Turkey but also in the world. You will start this short but full 3-day route by strolling through the Gaziantep Coppersmiths’ Bazaar accompanied by the sounds of hammers and having breakfast with katmer. After looking into the eyes of the Gypsy Girl at the Zeugma Mosaic Museum, the destination will be Şanlıurfa. Here, you will visit the mysterious obelisks of Göbeklitepe, considered the zero point of human history, and find peace around Balıklıgöl. Of course, attending the famous Urfa sıra nights (traditional musical gatherings) in the evenings and enjoying çiğ köfte and kebabs is a must of this tour. This plan, prepared specifically for the “gastro” target audience in the Gezirota application, completely solves the problem of where to eat what with Google map ratings.
Embark on an epic culinary journey from famous baklava to traditional kebabs in the world gastronomy cities of Southeastern Anatolia. This special three-day tour offers a unique cultural experience that will satisfy both your stomach and soul in historical bazaars. You begin your first day visiting the Zeugma Örenyeri on the Euphrates River, which hosts massive ancient mosaics, and the Rumkale Örenyeri, which impresses with breathtaking scenery. Afterwards, examine the colorful details of history in the Zeugma Mozaik Müzesi, housing one of the world's largest mosaic collections. You complete the day with an enjoyable walk around the Gaziantep Kalesi, which has stood tall in the city's heart for centuries.
On your second day, you turn your route to the more entertaining and natural areas of the city. Inside the Gaziantep Oyun ve Oyuncak Müzesi, which exhibits a comprehensive toy collection, you take a colorful journey through time reviving nostalgic memories. To escape the city's noise, you take a peaceful break in the shade of pine trees at the Dülükbaba nature park, and then enjoy local delicacies in the nearby Erikçe nature park. Towards the end of the day, you conclude this active day by spending pleasant time inside the massive Gaziantep Hayvanat Bahçesi, which hosts hundreds of different animal species and is one of the country's largest zoos.
On the final day of your flavor and culture tour, you embark on an exploration within the Göbeklitepe Örenyeri, considered the zero point of human history with its mystical atmosphere. After this region harboring twelve-thousand-year-old secrets, you delve into the depths of history in the Şanlıurfa Müzesi, where archaeological artifacts are carefully preserved, understanding the true roots of civilization. You magnificently end this journey by climbing the walls of the historical Şanlıurfa Kalesi, which looks down on the city, accompanied by an insatiable Mesopotamian view. The historical riches local cuisines provide guests with three days they will never forget.