Private Tour

Private Tour of the Hittite Sites

Overview

Available languages

English

11 hours

Mobile ticket

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.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Yazilikaya

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.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

Hattusha

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.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Local guide

Hotel pickup and drop off

Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Gratuities

Food and drinks, unless specified

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Private Tour of the Hittite Sites

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Reviews

5.00

2 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Visit to Hittite heartland from Ankara
Suzanne L,,Sep 13, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
We liked the driver and guide. Very personable. New ac vehicle. Hattuşa is a large, spread out site. We were able to drive from one feature to the next. Most memorable was leaving a temple thru a tunnel and climbing a high stone staircase to re-enter. Also visit Yazılıkaya and the excellent local museum.
A visit to the Hittite Ruins
JKandMA,,Sep 4, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide Mehmet (not sure if spelling is correct) and the driver picked up the 3 of us promptly at our hotel. It was a long drive there and back, but a lot to see of this very old civilization. Mehmet was knowledgeable and helpful. We enjoyed a great lunch together and then saw some more of the ruins. We recommend this if you are interested in seeing the ruins of a civilization from ~3,500 BC.