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7 Days Historical Mesopotamia Tour

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From Gaziantep to Mardin
5.0 (1 review)
  • Ruins of stone heads with dramatic sunset sky in the background.
  • Modern structure covering ancient site against colorful sky.
  • Archaeological site with stone circles and pillars.
  • Interior of an ancient church with arches and religious icons.
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  • Stone monastery with a tall steeple against a dramatic sky.
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Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
Private Tour
Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Spanish
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Istanbul to Gaziantep

    Istanbul to Gaziantep
    Start point
    Istanbul, Türkiye (We can pick up from Istanbul Hotels or Airport)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Gaziantep Sirehan Hotel)
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  3. Day 2

    Gaziantep - Halfeti - Şanlıurfa

    Gaziantep - Halfeti - Şanlıurfa
    Meals
    Lunch (Local culinary specialties showcasing Gaziantep's gastronomic heritage), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Nevali Hotel & Convention Center)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to the Zeugma Mosaic Museum
    • Stroll through old streets of Gaziantep
    • Visit the Grand Bazaar (Zincirli Bedesten)
    • Euphrates River Cruise

    Optional Activities

    • Free time for shopping in the bazaar
    Landmarks
    Zeugma Mosaic Museum
    Grand Bazaar (Zincirli Bedesten)
    Halfeti
    Euphrates River
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  4. Day 3

    Şanlıurfa

    Şanlıurfa
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Nevali Hotel & Convention Center)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Göbekli Tepe archaeological site
    • Visit to Harran
    • Explore Fish Lake (Balıklıgöl)
    • Visit Halil-ur Rahman Mosque
    • Visit the cave believed to be Abraham's birthplace
    Landmarks
    Göbekli Tepe
    Harran
    Fish Lake (Balıklıgöl)
    Halil-ur Rahman Mosque
  5. Day 4

    Nemrut

    Nemrut
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Nemrut Euphrat Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Atatürk Dam
    Landmarks
    Atatürk Dam
    Mount Nemrut
    Adıyaman
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  6. Day 5

    Nemrut to Mardin

    Nemrut to Mardin
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Park Dedeman Midyat)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Deyrulzafaran Monastery
    Landmarks
    Diyarbakır
    Deyrulzafaran Monastery
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  7. Day 6

    Mardin

    Mardin
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Park Dedeman Mardin)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Midyat
    • Visit Mor Gabriel Monastery
    • Visit the ancient city of Dara
    • City tour of Mardin

    Optional Activities

    • Free time for individual activities in Mardin
    Landmarks
    Midyat
    Mor Gabriel Monastery
    Dara (ancient city)
    Mardin
  8. Day 7

    Mardin to Istanbul

    Mardin to Istanbul
    End point
    Istanbul, Türkiye (We can pdrop off to stanbul Hotels or Airport)
    Meals
    Breakfast

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Where You'll Stay

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  • Gaziantep Sirehan Hotel

    Hotel 5*
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  • Park Dedeman Midyat

    Hotel 4*
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  • Park Dedeman Mardin

    Hotel 4*
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  • Greg5.0•June 2026
    5 Stars! We didn't realize this would be a private tour when we signed up, but it was fabulous! Our guide Deniz was...
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    Reply from: Emoji Tourism
    Dear Greg and Heidi, Thank you so much for this wonderful 5-star review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such a fabulous experience on your private tour. It is a pleasure to know that Deniz’s guidance and knowledge, along with Hamza’s careful driving and attention to your comfort, made your journey through Southeast Türkiye so special. Your kind words about their dedication mean the world to our team. We are also very happy that you felt safe, welcomed, and at home during your visit. Showing the true hospitality and beauty of our country to western travelers is always our top priority. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in the future!
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