Rising from the fertile lands of Mesopotamia, Southeastern Anatolia invites you on a captivating journey of discovery with its millennia-old history, unique culture, and rich cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable journey in the footsteps of ancient cities, where you’ll experience the past and present side by side.
DAY 1
As Green of Trabzone Tourism, within the scope of our domestic cultural tours, we meet you, our valued guests, at the specified time and meeting points and set off on a pleasant journey towards Diyarbakır to explore the unique historical and cultural heritage of our country.
DAY 2
Dear guests, after arriving in Diyarbakır in the early morning, we start our city tour following breakfast (EXTRA). Our first stop is Hasanpaşa Hanı. Then we visit the house where the famous poet Cahit Sıtkı Tarancı was born, now serving as a museum and one of the finest examples of Diyarbakır civil architecture. We continue with Diyarbakır Ulu Camii, considered one of the oldest mosques in Islamic history. We see Diyarbakır Surları, including Mardin Gate and Keçi Burcu. Panoramic views of the Dicle Nehri, Hevsel Bahçeleri, and On Gözlü Köprü follow before heading via Mardin to Dara Antik Kenti. Afterward, we stop at Beyazsu for lunch. We visit Mor Gabriel Manastırı and continue to Midyat, exploring the famous guest house and local bazaars before transferring to our hotel.
KONAKLAMA: PARK DEDEMAN MARDİN
DAY 3
After breakfast, we visit Kasımiye Medresesi and explore the historic streets of old Mardin. We then visit Deyrulzafaran Manastırı before heading to Şanlıurfa. There, we visit Balıklıgöl, Halil-ür Rahman Camii, and the Cave of Prophet Abraham. We continue to Göbeklitepe, one of the world’s oldest archaeological sites, before heading to our hotel and attending an optional traditional “Sıra Night”.
KONAKLAMA: ŞANLIURFA HOTEL EL – RUHA
DAY 4
After breakfast, we travel to Harran, one of the oldest settlements in Mesopotamia. We then proceed to Halfeti for an optional boat tour (EXTRA), where we see Rumkale and the partially submerged village. Afterward, we head to Gaziantep, explore its historic bazaars, and enjoy free time near the famous İmam Çağdaş before checking into our hotel.
KONAKLAMA: PARK DEDEMAN GAZİANTEP
DAY 5
After breakfast, we visit the Zeugma Mozaik Müzesi, home to the famous “Gypsy Girl” mosaic. We then travel to Adıyaman and transfer to minibuses for the ascent to Nemrut Dağı. Along the way, we visit Karakuş Tümülüsü, Cendere Köprüsü, and Arsemia Antik Kenti. At the summit, we explore the terraces and watch the sunset if weather permits. At the end of our tour, we safely drop you off at your original departure points and bid farewell, hoping to welcome you again on another unforgettable Green of Trabzone Tourism journey.
Children aged 0–2 can participate in the tour for free. No seat is assigned on the vehicle for free children, and they travel with their parents. If a separate seat is requested for a child, the child fare applies.B • Our tour vehicles are scheduled based on the number of participants and services are provided using 15-, 29-, or 46-passenger tour vehicles.B • No guarantee is provided for right-side, left-side, aisle, or window seats in the vehicle seating plan. Seating is Assigned Based on Payment Order. B The make and model of the vehicles are not specified in advance. The agency reserves the right to change vehicles if deemed necessary.B The order of the places to be visited listed in the program may vary. Depending on weather conditions, destinations may be added or removed.B
You should check the weather forecast for the destination during your trip and pack accordingly. It is important to carry some cash with you to cover any expenses during the tour. We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and shoes.
Boat Tour, Breakfast on the first morning, Lunch, Museum and archaeological site admission fees,&Evening entertainment, Transfer fee