The ruins of Pergamon on its hilltop

Archaeology & History · 6 sites

Private Archaeological Discovery Tours

For travellers who want to go beyond the usual sightseeing experience, Turkey Trip Company can bring these destinations together in tailor-made journeys. Each itinerary can be shaped around personal interests, travel pace, preferred regions, and the depth of historical exploration desired.

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6 sites

Places to Discover

Black SeaMediterranean SeaAegean Sea1Troy1Pergamon2Ephesus2Priene3Şanlıurfa & Göbekli Tepe4Perge · Aspendos · Side5Mardin · Dara6Mount Nemrut
Every place can be combined into one private route, in any order and at your own pace.
The ruins of Pergamon on its hilltop
1Troy & PergamonEchoes of the Ancient World · Çanakkale and İzmir

Discover two remarkable chapters of ancient Anatolia, from the legendary walls of Troy to the cultural and political splendour of Pergamon. This private journey connects archaeological discovery with the myths, ideas, and ambitions that shaped the ancient Aegean.

The Library of Celsus in Ephesus beside the theatre of Priene
2Ephesus & PrieneCities of the Classical Age · İzmir and Aydın

Compare the monumental splendour of Roman Ephesus with the carefully planned streets and hillside setting of Priene. Designed for curious travellers, this experience reveals the variety of urban life in the ancient Aegean.

The excavated stone circles of Göbekli Tepe
3Göbekli Tepe & ŞanlıurfaThe Origins of Civilization · Şanlıurfa

Explore one of the world's most important prehistoric sites before discovering Şanlıurfa's historic streets, traditional bazaars, and rich cultural heritage. Together, they offer a compelling journey into the deep history of southeastern Anatolia.

A Roman gate and colonnaded street at sunset
4Perge, Aspendos & SideThe Roman Legacy of Antalya · Antalya Province

Discover three distinct expressions of the ancient Mediterranean: Perge's monumental streets, Aspendos's extraordinary theatre, and Side's atmospheric harbour ruins. This private route is an excellent way to explore the region's Roman heritage in a single tailored experience.

Stone houses and minarets of Mardin above the Mesopotamian plain
5Mardin & DaraDiscovering Ancient Mesopotamia · Mardin Province

Combine the stone-built elegance of Mardin with the ancient fortifications and monumental cisterns of Dara. This journey explores a landscape shaped by trade, faith, and cultural exchange across the centuries.

The summit of Mount Nemrut with its colossal statues
6Mount Nemrut & CommageneThe Kingdom of Commagene · Adıyaman

Discover the monumental sanctuary of King Antiochus I and the distinctive blend of Greek and Persian traditions that defined Commagene. With its dramatic mountain setting and colossal sculptures, this private journey offers one of Turkey's most memorable encounters with ancient royal history.

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Tick the sites that inspire you, here or from any other theme, tell us how many of you are travelling and how long you have. We will write a private itinerary just for you and send it by email with a personal price.

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Private Archaeological Discovery Tours
Ancient Cities of Turkey
Prehistoric Sites & Early Civilizations
Ancient Kingdoms & Sacred Sites
Byzantine & Christian Heritage
Historic Cities & Ottoman-Seljuk Heritage
Lycian Civilization & Ancient Coastal Cities
Archaeological Wonders of Southeastern Turkey
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The Library of Celsus in Ephesus in warm evening light20 sitesAncient Cities of TurkeyMarble streets, great theatres and temples, from Ephesus to Zeugma.Carved T-shaped stone pillars of Göbekli Tepe5 sitesPrehistoric Sites & Early CivilizationsThe first temples, towns and empires, from Göbekli Tepe to the Hittites.Colossal stone heads on Mount Nemrut in golden light8 sitesAncient Kingdoms & Sacred SitesMount Nemrut, Lydian Sardis and the sanctuaries of Lycia.The vast dome and interior of Hagia Sophia5 sitesByzantine & Christian HeritageHagia Sophia, Sumela and the rock-cut churches of Cappadocia.The historic peninsula of Istanbul with its mosques at sunset6 sitesHistoric Cities & Ottoman-Seljuk HeritageIstanbul, Mardin, Safranbolu and the masterpieces of the Seljuks.The bays and pine forests of Phaselis from above2 sitesLycian Civilization & Ancient Coastal CitiesAncient harbours between pine forests and turquoise bays.A carved human head and stone pillars at Karahantepe4 sitesArchaeological Wonders of Southeastern TurkeyKarahantepe, Harran, Dara and the Commagene tombs of Perre.The two-storey marble court of the gymnasium at Sardis3 sitesAncient Trade Routes & Caravan CitiesCities that grew rich on gold, silk and caravans.The statue of Artemis of Ephesus in the museum5 sitesArchaeological Museums & Ancient TreasuresThe collections that bring Turkey's ancient sites to life.

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