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11 days / 10 nights
Tour "the Treasures of Mesopotamia"
TOUR ONLY (flight on request)
Trip overview
2 domestic flights
6 lunches and 6 dinners included
10 nights in hotels with breakfast
Italian-speaking guide
Transfers, visits, excursions
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11 days / 10 nights Duration
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Flight on-demand Transport
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Italian tour guide Leader
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2 / 26 persone Travel group
Tour description
This comprehensive 11-day tour in Turkey offers a deep dive into the history and culture of Eastern Anatolia. The journey connects the iconic monuments of Istanbul with the heart of Mesopotamia, exploring world-famous archaeological sites and unique natural landscapes. Stops include a visit to the Roman mosaics of Zeugma in Gaziantep and the "city of prophets" Urfa. The main focus is the exploration of Göbekli Tepe (UNESCO site), the world's oldest temple (11,500 BCE), and the majestic Mount Nemrut (UNESCO site). The itinerary continues through the historic cities of Mardinand Diyarbakir, culminating in the unforgettable experience of Cappadocia, with its lunar landscapes and the option for a hot air balloon flight. The tour concludes with the discovery of the grand palaces and mosques of imperial Istanbul.
Two domestic flights: Istanbul-Gaziantep (day 2) and Cappadocia-Istanbul (day 8).
Travel itinerary
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Day 1 Italy → Istanbul
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Day 2 Istanbul → Gaziantep → Urfa (Edessa)
10%
Culture
40%
History
10%
Adventure
30%
Food
After breakfast, at the scheduled time, we transfer to the airport for the domestic flight (PC 2402, 05:50-07:25) bound for Gaziantep.
Upon arrival, we immediately immerse ourselves in history with a visit to the Zeugma Archaeological Museum, the repository of the most important Roman mosaics in the world. This modern, technologically advanced structure will transport us directly into the opulent Roman villas of the ancient Mesopotamia valley.
We continue to the center of Gaziantep (ancient Ayintab), a city renowned for its exceptional gastronomy and considered the home of the world's best baklava. We will take a pleasant walk in the old town, visiting the lively Copper Market.
Leaving Gaziantep, we head towards the legendary Euphrates River and the town of Halfeti. Here, we will board a small, comfortable boat for a scenic excursion on the river.
Following lunch, the day continues with the departure for Urfa, the ancient city of Mesopotamia celebrated as "the city of prophets" and the birthplace of the prophet Abraham. Upon arrival, we will immediately explore its most sacred and mythical places: the Cave of Abraham and the evocative Sacred Lake.
The day concludes with dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.
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Day 3 Urfa (Edessa) → Mardin
50%
Culture
50%
History
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Day 4 Mardin → Diyarbakir
30%
Culture
40%
History
30%
Adventure
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Day 5 Diyarbakir → Monte Nemrut → Malatya
50%
History
50%
Adventure
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Day 6 Malatya → Cappadocia
50%
Culture
40%
History
10%
Adventure
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Day 7 Cappadocia
50%
Culture
20%
History
30%
Adventure
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Day 8 Cappadocia → Istanbul
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Day 9 Istanbul
50%
Culture
50%
History
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Day 11 Istanbul → Italy
Important information
General travel information
Remember to bring a valid ID card or passport with an expiration date of no less than 6 months at the time of entry into the country. The Turkish currency is the Turkish Lira (TRY).
Visas and vaccinations
No entry visa is required for tourist purposes for stays of up to 90 days, and no vaccinations are required.
Emergency numbers
Useful numbers for emergencies: 112 Police: 155 Ambulances: 112 Roadside assistance: The TTOK (Touring and Automobile Association of Turkey) has an active assistance service from Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tel: 0212 282 81 40 - extension 217 or extension 223.
Available cancellation insurance
For the proposed packages, cancellation insurance is available which guarantees a refund of 75/80%, depending on the circumstances. In case you have valid reasons preventing you from traveling, there is a deductible of 20/15%.
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