Gaziantep - Mosaic Museum
Gaziantep - Mosaic Museum
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Black Sea & Eastern Turkey Tours

Itinerary

This 9 day tour, starts and ends in Istanbul, Turkey.

2025 - 'Fire of Mesopotamia Tour'
9 - Day itinerary

Day 1
Wednesday

Istanbul

Welcome to Istanbul. After picking you up from the airport, we'll drop you off at your hotel for a free day in Istanbul to explore the city.

Overnight Istanbul
4 star
Day 2
Thursday

Istanbul Old City

Today's itinerary begins with a visit to the Topkapi Palace (including Hagia Irene and the Harem) , which was once the home of the Ottoman Empire's sultans. We continue with stops at the Blue Mosque, St. Sophia Museum, and Hippodrome.
On an optional, afternoon, 1 hour Bosphorus cruise by public ferry where your guide will explain the historical sites along the way, you can cruise between two continents on the stretch of water that separates Europe and Asia.

Overnight Istanbul
4 star
(B)
Day 3
Friday

Cappadocia, Goreme, Underground City

After breakfast, you fly to Cappadocia. As you arrive at the airport, your guide in Cappadocia awaits to show you the highlights of Cappadocia. To marvel at Cappadocia's lunar scenery, we'll visit the Goreme Valley Open Air Museum and the fairy chimneys, as well as tour the various levels of an underground city. Prepare your cameras because photo opportunities abound!
Don't miss tonight's optional Turkish folklore event, which will feature folklore and belly dancers... it'll be a night to remember!

Overnight Cappadocia
Boutique Cave
(B, D)
Day 4
Saturday

Cappadocia

There's more to explore in Cappadocia today. We'll visit Pigeon Valley and Red Valley today, then Cavusin Village, and finally Avanos Town, where we'll learn about hand-made pottery.

Overnight Cappadocia
Boutique Cave
(B, D)
Day 5
Sunday

Adiyaman, Mount Nemrut

Leaving Cappadocia early in the morning, we will drive to Adiyaman, passing through Kahramanmaras. Our day will culminate with a stunning sunset at Mt. Nemrut.
We venture towards the majestic Mount Nemrut, home to the Tombs of Commagene Kingdom and the towering Colossal Statues of Gods. Ascending to the Tumulus of Antiochos, the former capital of Kommagene, we'll await a breathtaking sunset from the summit of Nemrut. This ancient funerary monument, concealed in time for almost two millennia, will be a remarkable backdrop as the sun descends, painting the sky in hues of serenity atop Mt. Nemrut.

Overnight Adiyaman
4 star
(B, D)
Day 6
Monday

Harran, Sanliurfa

Following breakfast, our journey takes us to Sanliurfa (Urfa) via a scenic route, passing the impressive Ataturk Dam and the historic town of Harran, known for its unique mud-brick houses and ancient city walls. In Sanliurfa, we will explore the revered Holy Pools of Abraham and visit the cave believed to be the birthplace of the Prophet Abraham.

Overnight Sanliurfa (Urfa)
Boutique
(B, D)
Day 7
Tuesday

Gobekli Tepe

Our first destination is Gobekli Tepe, the most significant archaeological site of our time, reshaping our understanding of early human history. This sacred site reveals the earliest-known religious structures, dating back an astonishing 11,000 to 13,000 years, predating pivotal human advancements like pottery, writing, Stonehenge, and even the Pyramids. Following this, we will visit the Haleplibahce Mosaic Museum, Kizilkoyun Nekropolis, and the Sanliurfa Archaeology Museum.

Overnight Sanliurfa (Urfa)
Boutique
(B, D)
Day 8
Wednesday

Gaziantep, Istanbul

Embark on a scenic drive towards Gaziantep, where the adventure begins. Upon arrival, enjoy a captivating boat trip at Halfeti, exploring the intriguing sunken city beneath the tranquil waters. After this unique experience, we will visit the Zeugma Mosaic Museum. This exceptional museum proudly showcases the magnificent mosaics retrieved from the submerged city of Zeugma, offering a glimpse into the splendid artistry and cultural heritage of a bygone era. As the day concludes, we'll catch a flight back to Istanbul.

Overnight Istanbul
4 star
(B)
Day 9
Thursday

Istanbul

After breakfast our tour concludes and we say goodbye to our new friends and are transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

(B)
(B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner)
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Notes

Please Note :
1. Group Size : Minimum Group Size of 2. Maximum Group Size of 20.
2. Age : Minimum Age of 8. Whilst there is no Maximum Age set it is assumed the customer is fit enough to take part in the activity or tour. Health documents may be requested.
3. Single travellers are obliged to pay Single Supplement and will have the hotel room to themselves.
4. We require a copy/image of your passport in order to book flights. You will need to have your passport handy at check-in for any domestic flights. Domestic flight times may vary due to various circumstances.
5. The flight from Kars to Istanbul arrives into Istanbul at 13:45
6. The flight from Ankara to Van arrives into Van at 17:15
7. This tour can also be done on a private basis (Just you and your group). For more info click here .. Private Fire of Mesopotamia Tour
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Inclusions

Tour includes :-
  • Inbound Transfer - Istanbul
    Istanbul Airport (IST)
    Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW)
  • Professional English-speaking tour guide for the duration of the tour
  • Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
  • Domestic flight between Istanbul and Cappadocia and transfers
  • Domestic flight between Gaziantep and Istanbul and transfers
  • Tips except Driver and Guide
  • Entrance fees
  • 8 nights - accommodation.
    - 2 nights
    4 star
    Istanbul
    - 2 nights
    Boutique Cave
    Cappadocia
    - 1 night
    4 star
    Adiyaman
    Hotel to be advised
    - 2 nights
    3 star
    Sanliurfa (Urfa)
    - 1 night
    4 star
    Istanbul
  • 8 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners
Tour does not include :-
  • Suggested optional activities
  • Tips - Driver and Guide
  • Compulsory Travel Insurance
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Highlights

  • Ataturk Dam
  • Cappadocia - Çavuşin Village
  • Cappadocia - Pigeon Valley
  • Gaziantep - Mosaic Museum
  • Göreme - Open Air Museum (Dark Church)
  • Halfeti - Euphrates Boat Trip
  • Istanbul
  • Istanbul - Hippodrome
  • Istanbul - St. Sophia Museum
  • Kahramanmaraş
  • Sanliurfa (Urfa)
  • Sanliurfa (Urfa) - Ayni Zeliha Lake (Balıklıgöl)
  • Sanliurfa (Urfa) - Haleplibahce Mosaic Museum
  • Cappadocia - Avanos - Pottery Village
  • Cappadocia - Kaymakli - Underground City
  • Cappadocia - Red Valley
  • Göbekli Tepe
  • Göreme - UNESCO Heritage site
  • Harran
  • Istanbul - Blue Mosque
  • Istanbul - Old City - UNESCO Heritage site
  • Istanbul - Topkapi Palace (Hagia Irene and Harem)
  • Mt. Nemrut
  • Sanliurfa (Urfa) - Archaeology Museum
  • Sanliurfa (Urfa) - Cave of the Prophet Abraham
  • Sanliurfa (Urfa) - Kizilkoyun Nekropolis
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Accommodation

This is intended to give an idea of the type of accommodation that may be expected. The actual hotels used for any given tour may change due to many reasons such as group size, availability, time of year, hotel standard has dropped or simply we found a better hotel. We update the website immediately if and when any changes take place. If and when we do change hotels it will be to a hotel of equal or higher standard and will be at no extra cost.

Where more than one hotel is shown for a given an overnight stop this means that one of those hotels will be used.

Turkey

Adiyaman
Hotel to be advised
Standard : 4 star
Address :-
Adiyaman
No images available for this hotel.
Cappadocia
Gamirasu Hotel
Standard : Boutique Cave
Address :-
Ayvali Koyu
Ürgüp
Cappadocia
Ph. :
+90 (0384) 354 5815
Gamirasu Hotel
Gamirasu Hotel
Gamirasu Hotel
Istanbul
Nidya Hotel Galataport
Standard : 4 star
Address :-
Meclis-i Mebusan Cad. No. 21
Tophane
Istanbul
Ph. :
+90 (0212) 292 90 60
Nidya Hotel Galataport
Nidya Hotel Galataport
Nidya Hotel Galataport
Sanliurfa (Urfa)
Nomad Inn
Standard : 3 star
Address :-
Mahmut Coşkunses Sok.
Eyyübiye
Sanliurfa (Urfa)
Ph. :
+90 542 663 14 14
Nomad Inn
Nomad Inn
Nomad Inn
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Prices

Prices
per person in twin share accommodation
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Currency:- USD
Cost
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Single Supplement explanation
01 Jan 2025
31 Dec 2025
2,339.00
760.00
Deposit Option available for Fire of Mesopotamia Tour :
 
Booked between
Departing
Deposit
22 Aug 2023 - 31 Dec 2025
01 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2025
$ 250.00
Child Discounts available for Fire of Mesopotamia Tour :
 
Departing between
From Age
To Age
Discount
01 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2025
8
11
25.00 %
* Conditions apply. Please refer to the 'Child Discount Rates' section of our Terms and Conditions.

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