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5 Day Mesopotamian Discovery Tour: Diyarbakir, Mardin, Sanliurfa & Gaziantep Adventure

Diyarbakir, Batman, Mardin, Kızıltepe, Viranşehir, Harran, Sanliurfa, Adiyaman, Bozova, Kahta, Halfeti, Birecik, Gaziantep,
Duration

5 day(s)

Tour type

Private

Group size

1-35 people

Physical Level

easy

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Tour Overview

Explore the heart of Mesopotamia on this incredible 5-day tour through Turkey's most historic and culturally rich cities! Visit ancient sites, taste authentic local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the unique traditions of Diyarbakır, Batman, Mardin, Kızıltepe, Viranşehir, Harran, Adıyaman, Bozova, Kahta, Halfeti, Birecik, and Gaziantep.

Activities
Discovery Family Explorer In-depth Cultural Historical Museum Solo Travel Photography

Tour Features

Duration
5 day(s)

Max Group Size
1-35 people

Tour Code
5DMDTDMSGA

Departure Type
scheduled

Tour Category
Culture & Historical

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
11 - 99

Diyarbakir

Pickup Time:

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Gaziantep

Dropoff Time:

Highlights
Walk through the historic city walls of Diyarbakır

Itinerary

Day 1

(Dinner included)

Welcome to Diyarbakır Airport. Meet with our TravelShop Booking staff and transfer to your hotel. Check-in and enjoy a relaxing evening. Overnight in Diyarbakır.

Day 2

(Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)

Begin the day with a city tour of Diyarbakır, one of the most important cities of the region since the Artukid period. Visit the Ulu Cami, the first Harem-i Sharif of Anatolia and the 5th Harem-i Sharif of the Islamic World. See the Mardin Gate, Goat Bastion, Tigris Basin, and the 10-Eye Bridge. Travel to Batman via Bismil, and visit Hasankeyf, an ancient settlement along the Tigris River. Discover the Hasankeyf Castle, secret water tunnel, El Rizik Mosque minaret, and historical caves. Continue to Midyat, known for its Assyrian heritage and filigree handicrafts. Visit Deyrul Umur (Mor Gabriel) Monastery, an important religious site. Transfer to Mardin and check into your hotel. Overnight in Mardin.

Note: If the Hasankeyf ruins are flooded, only the above-water sections can be visited.

Day 3

(Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)

Depart for Mardin, known as "The Stone City of Anatolia." Visit the historic Deyrülzafaran Monastery, once the religious center of Assyrians. See the Church, Medical School, Sin Temple, Baptistery, and Tomb sections. Enjoy the stunning view of the Mesopotamian Plain from Kāsımiye Madrasa. Stroll through Mardin's old town, visiting Kırklar Church, Abbaras, Ulu Mosque, and Şehidiye Mosque. Explore the local bazaars before heading to Göbeklitepe, the world’s oldest known temple, dating back 12,000 years. Arrive in Şanlıurfa, the "City of Prophets," and visit Harran, home to the first Islamic university. See the Harran University (Ulu Mosque), Castle, Caravanserai, and unique beehive houses. Transfer to your hotel in Şanlıurfa.

Optional: Join the traditional Urfa Sıra Night (extra cost).

Day 4

(Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)

After breakfast, tour Şanlıurfa, visiting Halil-ül Rahman and Rızvaniye Mosques, Balıklı Lake, Ayn-el Zeliha Lake, and Hz. Ibrahim's birthplace. Explore the Bedesten before heading to Atatürk Dam, the 4th largest dam in the world. Enjoy a photo break and continue to Adıyaman for lunch. If weather permits, take a minibus to the Cendere Bridge, a stunning Roman structure. Continue to Mount Nemrut to see the East and West Terraces, Zeus Oramastes, Apollon Mithras, Heracles Artagnes, Commagene Kingdom statues, and the Lion and Eagle guardians. Witness the breathtaking sunset before returning to your hotel. Overnight in Şanlıurfa.

Day 5

(Breakfast and Lunch included)

After breakfast, travel to Birecik, famous for its bald ibis birds. Visit the conservation farm and continue to Halfeti, known for its Black Roses and submerged villages due to the Birecik Dam. Take an optional boat tour to see the Greek Castle and the sunken mosque. Enjoy tea and a photo break in Halfeti before heading to Gaziantep. Visit the renowned Zeugma Mosaic Museum, showcasing stunning mosaics from the ancient city of Zeugma. Explore Antep Castle, Bakırcılar Bazaar, Elmacı Market, and Sedefçiler Bazaar. Sip traditional coffee at Tahmis Cafe and enjoy free time for shopping. Conclude the tour with a transfer to the airport. Farewell until your next adventure!

Included

✔ 1 night accommodation in Diyarbakır - Divan Diyarbakır

✔ 1 night accommodation in Mardin - Raymar Hotel 5

✔ 2 nights accommodation in Şanlıurfa Dedeman Hotel

PS: If this hotel list is not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange similar another hotel for your group. If you prefer a different category hotel, there might be an additional cost.

Professional English-speaking tour guides

Meals as mentioned in the itinerary

Airport transfers as per itinerary

Transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned, non-smoking coach

Fully guided tours in Diyarbakır, Batman, Mardin, Şanlıurfa, Kızıltepe, Viranşehir, Harran, Adıyaman, Bozova, Kahta, Halfeti, Birecik, and Gaziantep

Meals as mentioned in the itinerary

Entrance fees to all sites mentioned

Hotel room taxes

Excluded

Flight tickets

Insurance: All types

Visa fees

Drinks

Optional tours

Personal expenses

Tour Booking

Travelers
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