4-Day Journey Through Ancient Anatolia From Mardin
Highlights
Mardin, Midyat, Şanlıurfa
historical, museums, sightseeing
Private Tour
4 Days
Medium
English
Description
Explore southeastern Turkey's rich heritage and ancient treasures. Then, delve into the revered Saffron Monastery and historical Dara ruins in Mardin. Next, discover the archaeological marvel of Göbeklitepe in Şanlıurfa, followed by visits to Şanlıurfa Museum and the Lake of Abraham. Continue your journey with a stop at the iconic Cendere Bridge and Arsemia before witnessing the sunset atop Mount Nemrut, designated by UNESCO. Finally, immerse yourself in the cultural gems of Diyarbakır, visiting landmarks like the Grand Mosque and ancient city walls.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Exploring Mardin's Rich Heritage
- On the first day, we met at Mardin airport and started our program.
- First, we go to the saffron monastery.
- Then we visit the Dara ruins.
- We go to Midyat.
- After completing our trip here, we return to Mardin.
- We do our tour in old Mardin.
- We walk through all the must-see examples of civil architecture in Old Mardin.
- We see all the must-see spots such as Kırklar Church, Zinciriye Madrasa, Kasımiye Madrasa, Şehidiye Mosque, Ulu Mosque, Cumhuriyet Square, Archeology Museum.
Accommodation is in Mardin.
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Day 2: Journey through Şanlıurfa's Ancient Treasures
- On the second day, we met at our hotel and set off towards Şanlıurfa.
- After our approximately 3-hour journey to Şanlıurfa, we first visit Göbeklitepe, one of the most important archaeological excavation sites in the world.
- Then we visit Şanlıurfa Museum, the most significant archaeological museum in the world.
- Afterwards, we head towards the Lake of Abraham, where Prophet Abraham, considered the prophet of the divine religions, was thrown into the fire.
- After our program here, we go to Harran conical houses.
- Afterwards, we set out for Adıyaman and stay in Adıyaman.
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Day 3: Discovering Historical Marvels: Cendere Bridge to Mount Nemrut
- On the 3rd day, we meet at our hotel and head towards the Cendere Bridge.
- After completing our visit to the Cendere Bridge, a Roman masterpiece, we go to the ancient city of Arsemia.
- After visiting and experiencing this place, we went to Mount Nemrut, 2150 meters high and protected by UNESCO.
- We watch the sunset on Mount Nemrut and then move towards Diyarbakır.
Accommodation in Diyarbakır.
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Day 4: Diyarbakır's Cultural Expedition
- On the 4th day and the last day, we meet at our hotel.
- Visit Diyarbakır city center.
- Visit the historical places such as Diyarbakır Grand Mosque, Hasanpaşa Inn, Diyarbakır Walls, İçkale, Surp Giragos Church.
- Then send you off from the airport.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 10 | /person |
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This is a private tour |
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