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7 Days Historical Mesopotamia Tour

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Operator: Emoji Tourism
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

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)
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
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
Day 4
Nemrut
Nemrut
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Nemrut Euphrat Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Atatürk Dam
Landmarks
Atatürk Dam
Mount Nemrut
Adıyaman
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
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
Day 7
Mardin to Istanbul
Mardin to Istanbul
End point
Istanbul, Türkiye (We can pdrop off to stanbul Hotels or Airport)
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Zeugma Mosaic Museum
Grand Bazaar (Zincirli Bedesten)
Halfeti
Euphrates River

Landmarks
Göbekli Tepe
Harran
Fish Lake (Balıklıgöl)
Halil-ur Rahman Mosque

Landmarks
Atatürk Dam
Mount Nemrut
Adıyaman

Landmarks
Diyarbakır
Deyrulzafaran Monastery

Landmarks
Midyat
Mor Gabriel Monastery
Dara (ancient city)
Mardin

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Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Gaziantep Sirehan Hotel
Hotel 5*
day 1
Upgrade Available
Nevali Hotel & Convention Center
Hotel 5*
Days 2, 3
Upgrade Available
Nemrut Euphrat Hotel
Hotel
day 4
Upgrade Available
Park Dedeman Midyat
Hotel 4*
day 5
Upgrade Available
Park Dedeman Mardin
Hotel 4*
day 6
Upgrade Available

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Emoji Tourism

Rating: 4.9 (8 reviews)
Response time: 5 hours
Response rate: 100%
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5.0

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Tour Operator
4.9

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...
5 Stars! We didn't realize this would be a private tour when we signed up, but it was fabulous! Our guide Deniz was very welcoming and told us we could be flexible about the schedule according to our interests. We chose to spend more time visiting Gobekli Tepe and the related museums. Deniz was very knowledgeable and personable, and attended to all of our needs, including translating from Turkish when needed, addressing problems at hotels, and even negotiating in markets on our behalf. Driver Hamza was not only expert but also concerned for our daily comfort, including smoothly navigating windy roads, slowing down for every bump, and managing our luggage. Despite some initial concerns, we experienced no issues at all as Americans traveling in southeast Turkiye during the Iran war, and several police and local business owners wanted to take their pictures with us to show others that westerners feel safe there. Overall, we recommend the tour wholeheartedly. Greg Eyring and Heidi KaiglerShow more
Traveled in June 2026
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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7 Days Historical Mesopotamia Tour

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Istanbul to Gaziantep

Gaziantep - Halfeti - Şanlıurfa

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Optional Activities

Şanlıurfa

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Nemrut

Included Activities

Nemrut to Mardin

Included Activities

Mardin

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Mardin to Istanbul

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