Tour Code : EN-088

Eternity Treasures of Mesopotamia - 5 Days/4 Nights

5 Days Mesopotamia tour begins. Arrive at Diyarbakir airport, meet with our guide, and we will go to a local restaurant for a rich breakfast consisting of local delicacies. (not included)
After breakfast, we will visit the Diyarbakır Castle and Fortress, the city walls, and the Ulu Mosque. Afterwards, we’ll continue towards Batman and have lunch at a traditional restaurant. Here, we’ll see the historical Malabadi Bridge, built in the Seljuk Period in 1147, the world's largest stone arch bridge with its single arch spanning 41 meters. 
In Midyat, you will find the best examples of Filigree art and all kinds of handcrafted silver jewellery, which Syriac masters elaborated on with centuries of experience in the Syriac-Muslim neighbourhoods. While shopping and wandering around the neighbourhood, you can also sample some local dishes.
After sightseeing in Nusaybin, we’ll take a tea break in the recreational area called Beyazsu (white water), famous for its ice-cold stream.
Upon our arrival to Mardin, we’ll visit the ancient city of Dara to see the cave tombs, cave houses, huge water cisterns, and ancient city ruins spread over a wide area with a history of 3500-4000 years.
End of the tour. Dinner and accommodation in Mardin. (Breakfast – Dinner )

For today, we prepared a Mesopotamia tour program in a way that you can experience Mardin like its residents. After breakfast, we’ll start our tour of old Mardin from the Kasımiye Madrasah (Mosque Kebir), which has a rich cultural mosaic with its architectural structure that gives a mystical Muslim, Syriac, Turkish, Arabian and atmosphere to the city, bringing together different religions and languages, the Ulu Mosque and the Minaret, Sehidiye Madrasa and old Post office Building. After our visits, we will have free time in Mardin and have lunch on traditional dishes at a local restaurant. We recommend you bring extra luggage with you for local products, natural soaps (Sabuncu Mehmet), nuts, and Mardin specialties like almond candies, dried fruits, sweets, rosaries, and similar handmade accessories and souvenirs. 
Afterward, we’ll continue towards the city of Urfa, and 2 hours later, we will arrive and start the Gobeklitepe tour, the oldest temple in the world with a history of 12.000 years. In the mysterious atmosphere of the temple, you will feel the mysticism in your bones. Gobeklitepe is the oldest open-air temple in the world, dating back to the Stone Age, which started a new era in the history of world archeology, and even changed the world's human history.
After visiting Göbeklitepe, which is located on a high-energy hill, we will leave Göbeklitepe's mystical environment and head for our hotel.
Dinner and overnight stay in Sanliurfa. (Breakfast - Dinner)
*** Optional Sıra Gecesi musical program with traditional music, highly recommended.

 

After breakfast in our hotel, we’ll start the Sanliurfa tour, known as the City of the Prophets.
It is believed that the Prophets Adam, Eyyüp, Ibrahim, Hazrat Shuayip, and Elyasa lived in Sanliurfa, called the City of Prophets. In the area known as the holy area in my city centre, Balikli Gol (Fish Lake) (Halil-Ül Rahman Lake), Ayn-ı Zeliha Lake, which is also said to be formed from the tears of Zeliha, the daughter of King Nemrut, and  We will visit the Cave where Abraham was born.
Afterwards, we will visit the Sanliurfa Museum, where historical artefacts from the Mesopotamian region are exhibited, and the Halepli Bahce Museum. Our visit to the museum will help you better understand the history of civilisations and ancient sites in the Mesopotamian region. The city of Prophets has very fertile lands with great plains, and it is one of Turkey's most important agricultural centres. After our visits, we will have free time for shopping at Bedesten and Gümrük Inn.
Then, we will have lunch at a local restaurant, sampling Urfa's famous kebab and local dishes. 

Visit the 4300-year-old historical city of Harran, an important stopping point for caravans on the Silk Road. Prophet Abraham lived in Harran for many years. Harran is famous for its conical-shaped houses made of mud brick. B.C. Assyrians, Hittites, Medes, Persians, Alexander the Great, Romans, Arabs and Turks contributed to Harran's history and culture, founded around 2100 BC.
Afterwards, we will continue on our way to Adıyaman.
Dinner and overnight stay in Adıyaman. (Breakfast – Dinner )

Today we are making the most exciting discovery of the 5-day Mesopotamia tour program.  After breakfast, we will depart early for Mount Nemrut where the tumulus of the Commagene King Antiochus Antiochus I and huge head statues are located. This place will be one of the highlights of the entire trip. 
With the narration of our guide, we will admire the history of the region. We will see the Karakuş Tumulus and Cendere Bridge on the way to the top by minibus (Big buses and minibusses are not allowed to go up the hill.) After some climbing, we will see the Zeus, Apollon, Heracles, Antiochhos, Commagene, Eagle, and Lion sculptures on the eastern terrace of the Nemrut summit. The tumulus of the Commagene King Antiochus I is at the top. We will see the altars and sculptures on the western terrace as well. It is impossible not to be impressed by the magnificent view and the beauty of the colossal statues at the top of Mount Nemrut.

After the Mount Nemrut tour visit, we will head for Halfeti (approx. 190 km) and take a lunch break on the road. Halfeti district is also known as the hidden paradise of the Southeast with its historical stone houses, black roses, and natural beauties. Next, we will visit the Savaşan Village, a large part of which is underwater, therefore called "the sunken city", on a boat.  During the Halfeti boat tour, we will see Rumkale, which is said to have reproduced the Gospel of St. Paul, the apostle of Jesus, from the boat, accompanied by a magnificent view. Architectural ruins in Rumkale have Late Roman and Medieval characteristics, and the Greek castle, which has the ruins of structures such as old water cisterns, St. Nerses Church, and Barşavma Monastery, has a magnificent visual view.
We will see the Sunken Mosque and have plenty of time to take photos of the scenery and have coffee by the dam lake.
Dinner and overnight stay in Gaziantep. (Breakfast – Dinner )

 

After breakfast, we will start our day with a visit to the Zeugma Mosaic Museum, the second-largest mosaic museum in the world. The world-famous Gypsy girl mosaic and the bronze statue of the God of War ARES are also exhibited here.  Afterward, we will go for a shopping trip to Bakircilar Bazaar, Almacı Bazaar, and Zincirli Bedesten, where you’ll have free time to lunch at local restaurants. We strongly recommend you try Gaziantep's world-famous baklava and delicious local dishes.
End of the tour. Transfer to Gaziantep Airport for your domestic flight to Istanbul Airport where you can connect to your onward flight to your next destination. (Breakfast )
End of the tour. Transfer to Gaziantep Airport for your domestic flight to Istanbul Airport where you can connect to your onward flight to your next destination. (Breakfast )

Hope to see you on another Turkiye holiday.

People Per person in
Double
Single Room Extra Bed Children Fee
1 Pax 0.00 3670.00 0.00
2 Pax 1959.00 2236.00 1959.00
6 - 11
1820.00
3 - 5
607.00
3 Pax 1499.00 1776.00 1499.00
6 - 11
1360.00
3 - 5
453.00
4 Pax 1298.00 1575.00 1298.00
6 - 11
1159.00
3 - 5
386.00
5 Pax 1210.00 1487.00 1210.00
6 - 11
1071.00
3 - 5
357.00
6 Pax 1097.00 1375.00 1097.00
6 - 11
959.00
3 - 5
320.00
7-9 Pax 1009.00 1286.00 1009.00
6 - 11
870.00
3 - 5
290.00
10-14 Pax 897.00 1174.00 897.00
6 - 11
758.00
3 - 5
253.00
15-19 Pax 814.00 1092.00 814.00
6 - 11
676.00
3 - 5
225.00
20-24 Pax 791.00 1068.00 791.00
6 - 11
652.00
3 - 5
217.00
25-29 Pax 755.00 1033.00 755.00
6 - 11
617.00
3 - 5
205.00
30-40 Pax 732.00 1009.00 732.00
6 - 11
593.00
3 - 5
19765.00
People Per person in
Double
Single Room Extra Bed Children Fee
1 Pax 0.00 3794.00 0.00
2 Pax 2083.00 2360.00 2083.00
6 - 11
1882.00
3 - 5
941.00
3 Pax 1623.00 1900.00 1623.00
6 - 11
1422.00
3 - 5
711.00
4 Pax 1422.00 1699.00 1422.00
6 - 11
1221.00
3 - 5
611.00
5 Pax 1333.00 1611.00 1333.00
6 - 11
1133.00
3 - 5
566.00
6 Pax 1221.00 1499.00 1221.00
6 - 11
1021.00
3 - 5
510.00
7-9 Pax 1133.00 1410.00 1133.00
6 - 11
932.00
3 - 5
466.00
10-14 Pax 1021.00 1298.00 1021.00
6 - 11
820.00
3 - 5
410.00
15-19 Pax 938.00 1215.00 938.00
6 - 11
738.00
3 - 5
369.00
20-24 Pax 915.00 1192.00 915.00
6 - 11
714.00
3 - 5
357.00
25-29 Pax 879.00 1156.00 879.00
6 - 11
679.00
3 - 5
339.00
30-40 Pax 856.00 1133.00 856.00
6 - 11
655.00
3 - 5
327.00

Tour Type    : Private Tour
Price Policy : Price changes depending on people's number.
Tip policy     : The minimum tip fee recommended for tour guides, drivers, waiters, and hotel staff on the tour is 6 Euros per person daily. It is paid in cash to the Travel Agency officer and distributed to the tour operators upon arrival in Turkey.    

Price includes

Private airport transfers.

4-night accommodation, daily breakfast

All tours in the itinerary

Entrance fees to museums and excavation areas

Professional tour guide for the duration of the tour.

Private air-conditioned non-smoking vehicle with an experienced driver.

Sıra Night. ( Sıra Gecesi) Particular traditional dinner party with music.

VAT – City Tax

Price Excludes

Personal expenses

Breakfast on the arrival day

Domestic flight tickets.

Travel Insurance (Highly Recommended)

Lunch and beverages.

Tips for the guide and driver 


Cancellation Policy  

- For cancellations made 45 days before the tour, 100% refund. (Except per person 175 € for register, bank commission, and domestic flight ticket cost)
- For cancellations made 44 - 30 days before the tour, 50% refund. (Except for the Bank Commission)
- For cancellations made 29 - 15 days before the tour, 20 % refund.
- No refunds will be made on reservations made 14 days before the tour. %100 Penalty is applied.

Remarks
- Please note that it is mandatory to have travel health insurance.
- Our team confirms the availability of the selected hotels on the date of booking. However, in case they are not available, we will book similar hotels for your stay.
- The guide may make changes to the tour program due to bad weather, traffic jams, or similar situations.
- In case any location in the itinerary is closed, we will make arrangements to visit other places.
- During the tours, you will be walking approximately 2 km every day on uneven and cobblestone surfaces, inclines, and steps.
- It is recommended that you wear comfortable clothing, flat walking shoes, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen during the summer months. In winter, please bring a raincoat, warm clothes, winter walking shoes, an umbrella, etc. to stay comfortable.
- When visiting religious places like churches, mosques, and cathedrals, it is recommended to wear plain clothing, including closed and long skirts
- The order of the sites visited may change to avoid crowds.
- Please ensure to carry your passport for all domestic flights. Domestic flights are economy class, and the luggage limit is 15 Kg.

Domestic Flight ticket information
We strive to provide our valued guests with the utmost comfort during intercity travels over long distances by arranging direct flights whenever possible. This ensures that no time is lost during flight transfers at the Istanbul airport. However, please be aware that direct flights between Cappadocia and Ephesus, as well as Cappadocia and Antalya, are only available on specific days of the week from May to October. Daily direct flights are not available. To accommodate these direct flight schedules, you may need to adjust your start dates by 1-2 days. If this is not possible, we may need to include a connecting flight to Istanbul to complete the tour. Any necessary changes to the tour plan can be made by providing passenger information.


Flight ticket group reservation policy            
Please note that flight ticket prices included in tour packages are only valid for individual passengers. If you are traveling in a group, it is recommended that you purchase your tickets well in advance to avoid any significant price increases. For domestic flights, such as Istanbul to Cappadocia, it is best to book your group tickets at least 2-3 months prior to your trip. Failure to do so may result in limited availability and higher prices. Once your group reservation is confirmed, you must pay 30% of the total ticket price within 2 days to secure your booking. If payment is not received within this timeframe, your group request and ticket prices may be canceled by the airline company.

 

5 Days Mesopotamia Tour Hotels

Standard Package  Hotels 
Mardin (1)        - Yay Grand Hotel 4*    
Şanlıurfa (1)     - Grand Gulizar Hotel 4*
Adıyaman (1)   - White Star Hotel 4*
Gaziantep (1)   -  Holiday inn Gaziantep 4*

Gold  Package Hotels 
Mardin (1)        - Ramada Plaza Mardin 5*
Şanlıurfa (1)     - Nevali Hotel 5*
Adıyaman (1)   - Dedeman Park Hotel 4*
Gaziantep (1)   - Grand Gaziantep Hotel 5*

Note: Sample hotels are confirmed on the booking date in case of availability. Otherwise, similar hotels are booked.

 


Diyarbakır
Hasanpasha Han
Diyarbakir Grand Mosque
Diyarbakır Fortress
Malabadi Bridge
Midyat
Mor Gabriel Monastery
Dara Ruins
Mardin
Kasımiye Madrasah
Sehidiye Madrasah
Ulu Mosque
Göbeklitepe
Sanliurfarfa
Ayn-el Zeliha Lake
Pool of Prophet Abraham
rfa Archaeological Museum
Haleplibahçe Mosaic Museum
Adıyaman
Mount Nemrut
Cendere Bridge
Karakuş Tümülüs
Halfeti Boat Tour
Dunkent Mosque
St. Nerses Church
Barşavma Monastery
Gaziantep
Zeugma Mosaic Museum

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Tour Code
EN-088
Tour Name
Eternity Treasures of Mesopotamia - 5 Days/4 Nights
Departure Point
Diyarbakır
Start Date
End Date
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5 Days Mesopotamia's Infinity Treasures Tour 

Discover the infinity treasures of Mesopotamia on a 5-day Mesopotamia Tour. Watch the world's most fascinating sunrise and sunset visual feast with the gods from Mount Nemrut on the Mount Nemrut Tour. Witness the mystery and energy of the 12,000-year-old world's oldest temple with the Gobeklitepe Tour. Visit the cave where the prophet Adam was born in Sanliurfa, the city of prophets, and the Zeugma Mosaic Museum, one of the largest mosaic museums in the world. After the Mardin tour, sip your coffee on a Mardin terrace while watching the endless plain of Mesopotamia and the stunning architecture of stone-built houses. 
You can also sample local dishes while shopping and wandering around the neighbourhood.

 

 

Information
  • Tour Code : EN-088
  • Duration : 5 Days
  • Start : Diyarbakır
  • End : Gaziantep
  • Tour Season : 15 April - 31 October
  • Transfer : Vehicle
  • Distance : 1200 Km
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