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9 Days Cappadocia & Historical Mesopotamia Tour

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From Cappadocia to Mardin
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  • Statues and mountain at Mount Nemrut during vibrant sunset.
  • Tourists exploring the rock formations in Cappadocia.
  • Rock formations and cave dwellings in Cappadocia.
  • Modern shelter over ancient ruins at Göbekli Tepe.
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  • Excavated circular structures of Göbekli Tepe.
  • Interior of a church with religious iconography and people.
  • Dome and skyline of Mardin during a golden sunset.
  • Decorative stone doorway with a view of the landscape.
  • Historical mosque by a canal with surrounding trees and people.
  • Monastery with ornate architecture and dramatic sunset 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: Portuguese, Spanish
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Istanbul to Cappadocia

    Istanbul to Cappadocia
    Start point
    Istanbul, Türkiye (We can pick up from Istanbul Hotels or Airport)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Nostalji Cave Suites Hotel), Hotel (Yunak Evleri), Hotel (Castellum Cave Cappadocia)
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  2. Day 2

    Cappadocia

    Cappadocia
    Meals
    Lunch (Traditional Turkish lunch in Avanos)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Nostalji Cave Suites Hotel), Hotel (Yunak Evleri), Hotel (Castellum Cave Cappadocia)

    Included Activities

    • Goreme Museum visit with rock-cut churches and frescoes
    • Devrent Valley exploration
    • Pasabagi (Monks Valley) visit
    • Traditional Turkish lunch in Avanos
    • Pottery making experience with local experts
    • Goreme Panorama visit
    • Uchisar rock castle visit

    Optional Activities

    • Hot Air Balloon Tour at 05:00
    Landmarks
    Goreme Museum
    Devrent Valley
    Pasabagi
    Goreme Panorama
    Uchisar
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  3. Day 3

    Cappadocia to Gaziantep

    Cappadocia to Gaziantep
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Gaziantep Sirehan Hotel)
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  4. Day 4

    Gaziantep - Halfeti - Şanlıurfa

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

    Included Activities

    • Zeugma Mosaic Museum visit
    • Gaziantep old streets exploration
    • Grand Bazaar (Zincirli Bedesten) visit
    • Euphrates River Cruise from Halfeti

    Optional Activities

    • Shopping in the Grand Bazaar
    Landmarks
    Zeugma Mosaic Museum
    Grand Bazaar (Zincirli Bedesten)
    Halfeti
    Euphrates River
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  5. Day 5

    Şanlıurfa

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

    Included Activities

    • Göbekli Tepe archaeological site visit
    • Harran visit
    • Fish Lake (Balıklıgöl) visit
    • Halil-ur Rahman Mosque visit
    • Abraham's cave visit

    Optional Activities

    • SIRA GECESI IN ŞANLIURFA - Traditional cultural evening with local music, folk dances, and storytelling (Per person price: $70)
    Landmarks
    Göbekli Tepe
    Harran
    Fish Lake (Balıklıgöl)
    Halil-ur Rahman Mosque
  6. Day 6

    Şanlıurfa to Mount Nemrut

    Şanlıurfa to Mount Nemrut
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Nemrut Euphrat Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Atatürk Dam visit
    • Adıyaman city visit
    Landmarks
    Atatürk Dam
    Adıyaman
    Mount Nemrut
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  7. Day 7

    Mount Nemrut to Mardin

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

    Included Activities

    • Diyarbakır visit
    • Deyrulzafaran Monastery visit
    Landmarks
    Diyarbakır
    Deyrulzafaran Monastery
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  8. Day 8

    Mardin

    Mardin
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Park Dedeman Mardin)

    Included Activities

    • Midyat city visit
    • Mor Gabriel Monastery visit
    • Ancient city of Dara visit
    • Mardin city tour

    Optional Activities

    • Individual activities during free time
    Landmarks
    Midyat
    Mor Gabriel Monastery
    Dara
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  9. Day 9

    Mardin to Istanbul

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

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Where You'll Stay

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  • Nostalji Cave Suites Hotel

    Nostalji Cave Suites Hotel

    Hotel
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  • Castellum Cave Cappadocia

    Castellum Cave Cappadocia

    Hotel
    Days 1, 2
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  • Yunak Evleri

    Yunak Evleri

    Hotel
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  • Gaziantep Sirehan Hotel

    Hotel 5*
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  • Nevali Hotel & Convention Center

    Hotel 5*
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  • Nemrut Euphrat Hotel

    Hotel
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  • Park Dedeman Midyat

    Hotel 4*
    day 7
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  • Park Dedeman Mardin

    Hotel 4*
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Traveler Moments

  • 9 Days Cappadocia & Historical Mesopotamia Tour customer review video
  • Zoomed-in shot of several hot-air balloons floating above rugged rocky cliffs in Cappadocia.
  • Wide aerial landscape of Cappadocia’s valleys filled with colorful hot-air balloons drifting above unique rock formations.
  • Closer view of ancient circular stone structures and monumental pillars at Göbekli Tepe archaeological site.
  • Stone enclosures and tall T-shaped pillars at the archaeological site of Göbekli Tepe under protective roofing.
  • Tall, mushroom-shaped rock formations known as fairy chimneys rising above a sparse landscape under a clear blue sky.
  • High aerial shot of dozens of hot-air balloons drifting over rocky spires and the town in Cappadocia.
  • Bustling indoor bazaar with hanging goods, bright neon signs and crowds of shoppers in a narrow market aisle.
  • Close-up view of colorful hot-air balloons floating above Cappadocia’s rock formations with distant mountains.
  • Man in a black winter coat and beanie holding a brown plush monkey while standing on a snowy mountainside.

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  • 9 Days Cappadocia & Historical Mesopotamia Tour reviewer 1
    April 22nd, 2026
    A very good tour. Our tour guide Deniz was extremely helpful, considerate and flexible, allowing variations to suit...
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    • Man in a black winter coat and beanie holding a brown plush monkey while standing on a snowy mountainside.
    • Wide aerial landscape of Cappadocia’s valleys filled with colorful hot-air balloons drifting above unique rock formations.
    • Zoomed-in shot of several hot-air balloons floating above rugged rocky cliffs in Cappadocia.
    • High aerial shot of dozens of hot-air balloons drifting over rocky spires and the town in Cappadocia.
    • 9 Days Cappadocia & Historical Mesopotamia Tour customer review video
    • Tall, mushroom-shaped rock formations known as fairy chimneys rising above a sparse landscape under a clear blue sky.
    • Bustling indoor bazaar with hanging goods, bright neon signs and crowds of shoppers in a narrow market aisle.
    • Close-up view of colorful hot-air balloons floating above Cappadocia’s rock formations with distant mountains.
    • Stone enclosures and tall T-shaped pillars at the archaeological site of Göbekli Tepe under protective roofing.
    • Closer view of ancient circular stone structures and monumental pillars at Göbekli Tepe archaeological site.
    Traveled in April 2026
    Reply from: Emoji Tourism
    First of all, we are delighted to hear that you were satisfied with our service. Thank you as well for your kind feedback. We hope to welcome you back on your next trip to Turkey. Wishing you all the best
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