Step back in time on this magical day tour to some of the oldest and most fascinating settlements in the world. Travel through history as you explore Hattusa, Yazılıkaya, and Alacahoyuk, ancient cities that once stood at the heart of the mighty Hittite Empire.
With ongoing excavations, we are continuously uncovering new secrets of this Bronze Age civilization, and today’s tour offers you a rare glimpse into their art, culture, and daily life.

Morning: Hotel or Airport Pickup & Travel to Hattusa
🚐 Pickup from your hotel or pre-arranged meeting point in Ankara or nearby regions.
🚗 Travel to Hattusa, the former capital of the Hittite Empire, located 2.5 hours east of Ankara.

🏛️ Hattusa – The Mighty Hittite Capital (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
✔ Visit Hattusa, once the powerful capital of the Hittite Empire, which flourished between 3000 BC and 1200 BC.
✔ Explore the remains of massive city walls, palaces, temples, and royal buildings.
✔ Walk through the Lions’ Gate, Sphinx Gate, and the King’s Gate, all adorned with impressive stone carvings.
✔ Learn how Hattusa was one of the first known planned cities, with a well-organized layout of streets, temples, and residential areas.
✔ Discover why this lost city was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986.

🪨 Yazılıkaya – The Open-Air Rock Temple
✔ A short 2 km drive takes us to Yazılıkaya, an impressive Hittite religious site.
✔ Discover an open-air temple, carved directly into the rocky cliffs, hidden within the mountains.
✔ Walk through two massive chambers, covered in intricate rock reliefs depicting gods, goddesses, and mythical creatures.
✔ Learn about the religious beliefs and ceremonies of the Hittites, who worshipped here over 5,000 years ago.
✔ Marvel at the well-preserved carvings, still visible despite thousands of years of erosion.

🍽️ Lunch Break – Traditional Turkish Cuisine
✔ Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, featuring:
✔ Authentic Anatolian dishes, including grilled meats, fresh vegetables, and handmade bread.
✔ Traditional Turkish tea or coffee, the perfect way to relax before continuing the tour.

🏺 Hattusa Museum – A Treasure Trove of Hittite Artifacts
✔ Located in Bogazkale, this museum showcases an incredible collection of objects excavated from Hattusa.
✔ Opened in 1966 and renovated in 2011, it features:
✔ Hittite statues, jewelry, pottery, and weapons, revealing the daily lives of the Hittite people.
✔ Detailed information panels, helping you understand the importance of each artifact.

🚗 Drive to Alacahoyuk – An Important Archaeological Site
🚗 A 30-minute drive north takes us to Alacahoyuk, one of the oldest known settlements in Anatolia, dating back over 4,000 years.

🏛️ Alacahoyuk – The Royal Tombs of the Hittites
✔ Explore Alacahoyuk, a site that predates even the Hittites, with remains of a sophisticated civilization dating back to 2500 BC.
✔ Walk through the imposing outer wall and city gates, featuring detailed relief carvings of gods and warriors.
✔ Visit the Pre-Hittite royal tombs, where kings and nobles were buried with treasures and ceremonial objects.
✔ See the magnificent Sphinx Gate, one of the finest examples of Hittite-era monumental architecture.
✔ Learn about ongoing excavations, which continue to reveal new insights into this ancient city.

🏺 Alacahoyuk Museum – A Window into the Ancient Past
✔ Discover a moderate-sized but highly significant museum, located near the excavation site.
✔ View original artifacts, including pottery, bronze tools, and decorative reliefs, all carefully displayed with detailed explanations.
✔ Understand the evolution of Hittite society, from its earliest settlements to its most powerful period.

Evening: Return to Your Hotel or Airport Drop-Off
🚐 After a day filled with history, art, and exploration, we return to your original pickup location.

📌 Hattusa & Alacahoyuk Tour Information
✔ Pickup & Transport: Available from Ankara, Bogazkale, or nearby cities.
✔ Tour Duration: Full-day tour (approx. 8-10 hours).
✔ Best Time to Visit: Spring & autumn, for ideal weather conditions for outdoor exploration.
✔ What to Bring: Comfortable shoes, sunglasses, a hat, and a camera for capturing stunning ancient ruins.

🌟 Why Choose This Tour?
✔ Step back in time over 5,000 years and explore the lost cities of the Hittite Empire.
✔ Visit Hattusa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and its impressive gates, temples, and city walls.
✔ Experience Yazılıkaya, an open-air rock temple with intricate relief carvings.
✔ Explore Alacahöyük, home to some of the oldest royal tombs in Turkey.
✔ See rare Hittite artifacts in the Hattusa and Alacahoyuk Museums.
This Hattusa & Alacahoyuk full-day tour is a must for history enthusiasts, archaeology lovers, and anyone fascinated by ancient civilizations!