Hattusa Tour

This exclusive tour offers an unforgettable journey to the heart of the Hittite Empire, Hattusa. Tracing the footsteps of ancient civilizations in Anatolia, this adventure sheds light on the Bronze Age when the Indo-European people, the Hittites, met with the local Hatti people, establishing a magnificent civilization in the region. The tour delves into significant historical events, including the Hittites' major battles and the remarkable war with Egyptian Pharaoh Ramses II, followed by the signing of the first peace treaty involving women.

The capital of the Hittite civilization, Hattusas, is worth visiting after visiting Cappadocia as it is only 3-hours away.

Historical Yazilikaya: Step into history by visiting the open-air temple ruins of the Hittite gods and goddesses, featuring rock carvings.

Enchanting Ruins of Hattusa: Explore the grand ruins of Hattusa, including the great temple, Gates of Lion, the king's palace, and the summer palace.

Alacahoyuk: The First Capital: Journey back to the origins of the Hittites and Hatti civilization by visiting Alacahoyuk, the first capital.

The itinerary includes:

Yazilikaya
• Bogazkale
• Great Temple
• Hattushash
• Sphinx Gate
• Yerkapi
• Lion’s Gate
• King’s Gate
• Tunnel
• Alacahoyuk

We pick you up from your hotel in Cappadocia at 8:00 o’clock in the morning .

After approximately 3 hours, we arrive at Yazılıkaya where we will discover the rock carving of Hittite God and Goddeses.

After we visit one of the most important open air temple of the ancient world, we drive to local restaurant to taste traditional hittite style foods. After lunch, we drive to Boğazkale and Hattushash.

Our first destination is Great Temple, then the city ruins including the Lions Gate, King’s Gate, The Tunnel, Summer Palace and City Walls.

For the last destination of the Hittites civilization, we drive to “Alacahöyük” the first capital of Hattians and Hittites.

At the end of the tour we drive you back to your hotel in Cappadocia or Ankara.

Should balloon tours be booked in advance?

Since the balloon tour is the most popular activity in Cappadocia, it is in your best interest to book in advance so as not to encounter surprises.
Do balloons land where they depart?

Because the route of a balloon is determined by the wind, hot air balloons do not land where they depart.
What should be worn on the balloon tour?

Balloon tours start in the early hours of the morning and balloons can rise up to 1400 metres from the ground, so you should choose comfortable clothes and shoes that will keep you warm.
Is there room to sit in the basket?

Hot air balloons are designed without seats.
In what cases will balloon tours be cancelled?

The General Directorate of Civil Aviation decides whether balloons can fly that day by looking at the wind speed.
Are the participants of the balloon tour insured?

All guests are insured from the moment they are taken from the hotel until they return to their hotels at the end of the tour.
Can children participate in balloon tours and is there child discount?

Unfortunately, children under 6 years are not allowed to participate in balloon tours. Children at the age of 7 and older also pay full fees as balloons have a limited capacity.
Can we pay by credit or debit card?

We recommend that you make your payments in cash in Turkish Lira, dollar, euro, etc. currencies. Because all balloon companies charge an additional fee for card payments.
Will the fee we pay be refunded in full or any deduction is made when the balloon is cancelled?

If the balloon flight is cancelled, the amount you pay will be refunded with the currency you pay and without any deductions.
If we give up riding a balloon at the last minute, can we get a refund?

If you give up attending the balloon tour at the last minute or wake up late in the morning, the no-show will be applied and the fee you pay for the balloon tour will not be refunded.

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