Dara Ancient City and Beyazsu Tour is Included in the Price Harran Houses Tour is Included in the Price Adana -- Gaziantep - Şanlıurfa - Mardin - Batman -- Diyarbakır - Adıyaman 1st Day Adana - Taşköprü - Sabancı Mosque – Gaziantep – Gaziantep Castle - Hz. Yuşa Tomb - Copper Sellers Bazaar - Almacı Bazaar – Castles - Tahmis Coffee – Şahinbey National Struggle Museum - Zeugma Mosaic Museum We will meet our valued guests at Adana Airport after our morning flight for the GAP tour. We will proceed to our bus and start the day with a breakfast break. Then, after seeing the Historical Taş Köprü, which is located on the Seyhan River, panoramically, we go to Adana Sabancı Central Mosque, one of the region's most important mosques. The main dome with a diameter of 32 meters corresponds to the 32 obligatory prayers, the 28 domes in the courtyard refer to the 28 prophets mentioned in the Quran, the 40 windows in the main dome symbolize the age at which Hz. Muhammad (peace be upon him) became a prophet and 40 rak'ahs of prayer, and the 6 minarets of 99 meters correspond to Allah's 99 beautiful names. After visiting this architectural marvel mosque, we bid farewell to Adana and head to Gaziantep. In Gaziantep, we first see Gaziantep Castle, built on a hill in the city center, panoramically. Although it is not known when the castle was built, it is known that it was used for observation purposes during the Roman period. The castle has been restored multiple times throughout history and took its final form due to a restoration carried out in the early 2000s. After a short photo break, we visit the shops like Sedefçiler, Baharatçılar, Vegetable Market, Historical Paşa Inn, Tahtani Mosque, Uzun Bazaar, Historical Customs Inn, Zincirli Bedesten, Kunduracılar Bazaar and reach the Bakırcılar Bazaar. Upon entering the bazaar, we visit the Tombs of Pirsefa Hazretleri and Hz. Yuşa Prophet. Next, we will visit the 250-year-old Almacı Bazaar, known as Gaziantep's oldest bazaar. Then we reach Tahmis Coffee. Established between 1635-1638 by the Türkmen Ağa and Sancak Beyi Mustafa Ağa Bin Yusuf to generate income for the Mevlevihane Tekkesi, we give our guests free time to drink Menengiç Coffee and shop in the bazaars. After our free time, we take a short break to shop for Gaziantep's famous baklava and pistachios. After our shopping, we visit Şahinbey National Struggle Museum. Here, we will visit the contemporary museum built underground that narrates the resistance of the people of Antep against enemy occupation and the struggle they undertook to earn the title of "Gazi" with our guide. After that, we will take our bus to the Zeugma Mosaic Museum. We will head to the Zeugma Mosaic Museum, which is known for the ruins of the city founded by the Selevkos and named after the meaning of connecting two continents in Latin, after the city of Zeugma was submerged under the waters of Birecik Dam. We will visit the museum, which was opened on September 9, 2011, in Gaziantep and is the third largest mosaic museum in the world with 1700 square meters of mosaics. In addition to the world-famous "Gypsy Girl" mosaic, we will see mosaics based on Greek mythology with explanations from our guide. After our visit to the Zeugma Mosaic Museum, we will head to our hotel. Dinner and overnight will be at our hotel. Breakfast: Will be taken in Adana. (Extra) Lunch: Will be taken in Gaziantep. (Extra) Dinner: Will be at the hotel. Included in the tour price. Accommodation Hotel: Gaziantep/ Tilmen Hotel, Dedeman Hotel, Yılmazoğlu Park Hotel, etc. 2nd Day Halfeti – Boat Tour – Rum Castle – Sunken Minaret - Adıyaman - Kahta - Karakuş Tumulus - Cendere Bridge - Nemrut Mountain – Nissibi Bridge - Diyarbakır – Hevsel Gardens – On Gözlü Bridge – Tigris River On the second day of the GAP Tour, after having breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Halfeti, one of the "Cittaslow" cities in our country. In Halfeti, a part of which is submerged under the dam lake after the construction of Birecik Dam, we will take a boat tour on the beautiful waters. (Extra) During the tour of the dam lake, we will see the Sunken Minaret and Kral Kızı Cave, located underwater, as well as the mosque and minaret of Bilesur. After our boat tour, we will take a short break in Halfeti. Then we will proceed to Adıyaman. We will continue our journey towards the town of Kahta in Adıyaman. Upon arrival in Kahta, we will get on the minibuses waiting for us to reach Karakuş Tumulus, which is the burial site of King Mithridates and his family. After experiencing the stunning landscape with explanations from our guide, we will take our minibuses to Cendere Bridge, which is considered one of the most magnificent bridges of the Roman period built over the Cendere River. After a photo break here, we will begin our ascent to Nemrut Mountain, with an elevation of 2150 meters in the Eastern Taurus Mountains. At the summit of the mountain lies the Tumulus of King I. Antiochos. There are colossal statues of Zeus (Oromasdes), Apollon, Mithras, Helios, Hermes, Herakles, Artagnes, Ares, Kommagene, Tiche, and a statue of Antiochos built by King I. Antiochos himself on the East and West terraces. King I. Antiochos openly fortified the traditions of the Hellenistic-Persian culture he brought together in these works. After receiving the necessary information from our guide, we relish the view with the memory of Antiochos's last will; "My birthday will be celebrated every month and year and become a feast day. On these days, the chief priest, dressed in Persian attire generously provided by me and my laws, will put golden wreaths over all of us, burn scents abundantly, and offer sufficient sacrifices, and the sacred tables will be adorned with the finest foods and wines. My people will gather here and feast abundantly." After our tour of Nemrut Mountain, we will cross over the Nissibi Bridge, known as the Bridge of the East, connecting Kahta and Siverek, on our way to Diyarbakır, the oldest and most rooted city in Southeastern Turkey. We will see the Hevsel Gardens, which is located on the banks of the Tigris River and has been added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2015, and take photos of this site, which has unique cultural and historical significance beyond its agricultural value. Next, we will arrive at the On Gözlü Bridge. During the time of Hıdırellez, local people used to write their wishes on a piece of cloth and throw it into the Tigris River from this bridge. After our photo break here, we will head towards our hotel. Dinner and overnight at our hotel. Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel. Included in the tour price. Lunch: Will be taken in Kahta. (Extra) Dinner: Will be taken at the hotel. Included in the tour price. Accommodation Hotel: Diyarbakır/ Anemon Hotel, Sv Business Hotel, Plaza Hotel, etc. 3rd Day Ulu Mosque - Hasan Paşa Inn - Cahit Sıtkı Tarancı House Museum - Four-Legged Minaret - Goat Tower - Mardin Gate - Batman – Hasankeyf – Midyat – Midyat Guesthouse – Telkari Workshop - Beyazsu - Dara Ancient City - Mardin On the 3rd day of the GAP Tour, after having breakfast at the hotel, we begin exploring Diyarbakır. Our first destination will be the Ulu Mosque, which is surrounded by a 5-kilometer-long wall and is the most significant point of the historic city. We will visit the Ulu Mosque, the first of its kind in Anatolia and the 5th Harem-i Şerif of the Islamic world. Next, we will visit Hasan Paşa Inn, the largest inn in the region. Afterward, we will visit the House Museum of Cahit Sıtkı Tarancı, a poet known for his famous poem "Yaş otuz beş, yolun yarısı eder." (If it is under renovation and not open, the visit will not take place.) In this beautiful house, you will see exquisite examples of the region's civil architecture created for use throughout the seasons. Then, we will see the Four-Legged Minaret (Sheikh Mutahhar Mosque), built in 1500 by Akkoyunlu Kasım Bey and the Goat Tower, known to be the oldest of the 9000-year-old Diyarbakır walls, before going to Mardin Gate. After a break at the walls, we will head towards Batman and Hasankeyf. We will pass by the oil pumps in Batman, known for its first oil wells, and reach Hasankeyf. With a history dating back 12 thousand years, new settlements have been established 3 km away after the construction of Ilısu Dam. Since February 2020, Hasankeyf has been submerged under water. During our visit, we will share the sorrow of Hasankeyf and see the Hasankeyf Castle, the minaret of El Rızık Mosque, and the caves, after taking some free time. During the free time, guests can choose to join a boat tour on the Ilısu Dam to see the old Hasankeyf closely. (Extra) After our free time, we continue to Midyat, where languages and religions meet. In Midyat, we will visit the Midyat Guesthouse, where series like “Sıla,” “Hercai” and “Ah Bir Bulut Olsam” were filmed. After taking wonderful photos at the Guesthouse, we will visit the Telkari workshop, where this art has developed for years through the expertise of Syriac masters. We will have the opportunity to buy pieces from here. After our shopping, we will have some free time to stroll among the Historic Midyat Houses. Following our free time, we will board the bus to shop for local coffee and dried nuts. After our shopping, we will conduct our tour of Dara Ancient City and Beyazsu. We will reach Beyazsu, which springs from the foot of the plateau and hills south of Midyat. In Mardin's arid and treeless geography, with its cool and clear water, trees, and greenery, we will have a short tea or coffee break at Beyazsu. Afterward, we will head to Dara Ancient City. Located 30 km southeast of Mardin, in the village of Oğuz, Dara Ancient City is one of the most important settlements in Upper Mesopotamia. We will explore Dara Ancient City, spread over a wide area and composed of rock-cut structures, with our guide. After our visit, we will head to our hotel. Dinner and overnight will be at our hotel. * Guests may join an extra night tour of Mardin, known for its night lights or participate in Mardin Reyhani Night. (Extra) Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel. Included in the tour price. Lunch: Will be taken in Midyat. (Extra) Dinner: Will be at the hotel. Included in the tour price. Accommodation Hotel: Mardin/ Anemon Hotel, Raymar Hotel, Yay Grand Hotel, Dedeman Hotel, etc. 4th Day Deyrulzafaran Monastery – Kasımiye Medrese – Old Mardin – Sheikh Çabuk Mosque – Cumhuriyet Square – Latifiye Mosque – Ulu Mosque – Arches – Historical PTT Building (Şahtana Mansion) – Şehidiye Mosque – Mesopotamian Plain – Şanlıurfa – Göbeklitepe On the 4th day of the GAP Tour, after having breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Deyrulzafaran Monastery, where the Syrian Orthodox Patriarchs live. The monastery has the tombs of 52 Syrian Patriarchs. Accompanied by our guide, we will visit Mor Hananyo Church, the House of Saints, the Church of the Virgin Mary, and the Temple of the Sun, after which we will have some free time. The Deyrulzafaran Monastery, which has a majestic view over the Mardin Plain and amazing architecture, will certainly enchant you. After our visit, we will continue to Kasımiye Medrese. The shrine, which started construction during the Artuqid period and was completed in the late 15th century during the rule of Akkoyunlu Sultan Kasım İbn Cihangir, will be visited with information from our guide, followed by a visit to Old Mardin. We will get out of our vehicle at the Diyarbakır Gate and start a walk through the streets of Old Mardin. Our walk will begin at Cumhuriyet Square, where we will see Sheikh Çabuk Mosque, the Mardin Protestant Church, Latifiye Mosque, Sokulbar (Cow Market), and Bakırcılar Bazaar. Throughout our walking tour, we will visit the Mardin Ulu Mosque, which represents the architectural examples of the Artuqid period. The Mardin Ulu Mosque, with its segmented dome and minaret, has historically documented its existence as two-minaret. According to records, the existing only minaret was built in 1888/1889 in a new eclectic style, although some Syrian writers have suggested it was originally a church. Regardless of whether the structure was converted from a church, it is probable that an ancient church once stood at this location. After receiving information from our guide, we will proceed through the small tunnels connecting the streets, known as the Arches, and make our way to see Şahtana Mansion, which is an old mansion that once served as the PTT Building. Then, we will visit Şehidiye Mosque built in the early 13th century by Artuqid Sultan Melik Nasreddin Artuk Aslan and take a short break for some tea while enjoying the view of the Mesopotamian Plain. After our break, we will bid farewell to Mardin and head towards Şanlıurfa, the city of prophets where Hz. Ibrahim was born and thrown into fire, and where Hz. Eyüp went through his trials, and where Hz. Shuayb prayed. We will reach Göbeklitepe Höyüğü, which is located near the Örencik village of Şanlıurfa, known for hosting the first temples of both Anatolia and the world, and is listed as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Since its discovery, it has changed not only the history of the region but also human history, dating back to 12,000 years ago. Göbeklitepe has recently been covered by National Geographic magazine worldwide with the slogan "The Place Where Religion Was Born." After receiving information about Göbeklitepe, which has only been slightly uncovered, we will head toward our hotel where dinner will be free for those who wish to participate in an extra cultural night. Important: Our accommodation in Şanlıurfa includes breakfast. Guests can choose to join the dinner program which is an extra cultural night. Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel. Included in the tour price. Lunch: Will be taken in Mardin. (Extra) Dinner: Will be at the cultural night. (Extra) Accommodation Hotel: Şanlıurfa/ Alahan Hotel, Harran Hotel, VE Hotel, Dedeman Hotel, etc. 5th Day Balıklı Göl – Aynzeliha Lake - Harran – Harran University – Conical Domed Houses - Hz. Eyüb Prophet's Patience Place - Adana On the last day of the GAP Tour, after having breakfast at the hotel, we will depart for Balıklı Göl, one of the most recognized sites in Şanlıurfa. Balıklı Göl is located southwest of the Şanlıurfa city center and is known to be the spot where Prophet Ibrahim was thrown into the fire. It is among the most visited places in Şanlıurfa because of its sacred fish and historic sites surrounding it. We will see Balıklı Göl (Halil-Ür Rahman), formed at the spot where Hz. Ibrahim was thrown into fire, and Aynzeliha Lake, formed by the tears of Nemrut's daughter Zeliha, after obtaining information from our guide and taking a photo break. Then we will have some free time to shop for local products specific to Şanlıurfa. After our free time, we will depart for Harran, which means "the place where the roads intersect." Harran is protected for its conical domed houses found only in three regions around the world. This 5000-year-old site contains the first Islamic university and we will see Harran University (Ulu Mosque), Harran Hill, Castle, Caravanserai, and the traditional Conical Domed Houses, entering one for a visit. During the guesthouse visit, you will have a chance to take pictures while wearing local costumes. After our visit, we will visit Hz. Eyyüb’s shrine, known for his patience. Here, we will see the cave where Hz. Eyyüb was understood to endure illness, the water well believed to have healed him, and the stone he leaned against during his suffering. Afterward, we will head to Adana, where we will conclude our tour with dinner in Adana. After our dinner, we will move toward the airport for our flight. Once we arrive at the airport, we will part ways until we meet again for another tour organization. Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel. Included in the tour price. Lunch: Will be taken in Halfeti. (Extra) Dinner: Will be taken in Adana. (Extra) Accommodation Hotel: No hotel accommodation for this night.

• 4 nights accommodation in hotels • 4 buffet breakfasts at the hotel • 3 dinners at the hotel (buffet or set menu) • Economy class round-trip flight tickets • Transportation with luxury vehicles (vehicles provided according to the number of people) • Sightseeing tours as specified in the program • Professional guiding service • Bottled water in the vehicle • Assurance from tour to tour • Mandatory Travel Insurance according to Tourism Law No. 1618

• Breakfast on the first day as specified in the program

• Dinner on the last day as specified in the program

• Beverages included in all meals

• Lunches

• All additional organizations specified

• All personal expenses

• Entrance fees for museums and historical sites (applicable for municipal and private businesses).

• Museum Card (valid for museums under the Ministry of Culture and Tourism).

Extra Tours and Activities

• Şanlıurfa Sıra Night Including Dinner 1400₺

• Mount Nemrut Tour 700₺

• Halfeti Boat Tour 350₺

• Hasankeyf Boat Tour 300₺

• Mardin Night Tour 350₺

• Mardin Reyhani Night (Fixed Menu Without Dinner) 1800₺

• Mardin Reyhani Night (Fixed Menu With Dinner) 2500₺

 

**Extra tour prices may vary by periods. The prices listed are the current rates at the time of reservation. The tour is not responsible for any price changes that may occur before or during the tour date.

• The tour duration, including the departure and return day, is 4 Nights 5 Days, with 4 nights of hotel accommodation. • In our tour, guidance, transportation, accommodation, and excursions are packaged together and cannot be considered separately. Unused transportation, accommodation, guiding, excursions, etc. cannot be refunded. • Child discounts applied in tour packages are used for one child accompanying two adults. Children aged 0-6 may not receive a separate bed during hotel accommodation. • In hotel accommodations, the 3rd guest in triple rooms generally stays in an extra bed. • The hotels mentioned in the program are the primary accommodation facilities for each tour. Depending on the area's density and hotel availability, changes can be made as long as the hotel standards remain the same. Hotel names will be communicated 48 hours before the tour's departure upon request and subject to availability. • The rooms in the hotels are determined by the hotel, and no choice can be made between rooms. • Our rest stops may change in terms of location and service standards due to compelling reasons such as density and renovations, but the quality will remain the same. • In the program schedule, if the weather, road conditions, density at the visited sites, etc., require it, the guide may make changes at their discretion. • Our tours are not responsible for places that could not be visited as stated in the tour program due to compelling reasons (weather, road, density at visited sites, etc.) or if guests do not adhere to the timings given by the guide during the tour. In such cases, the guest has no claim rights. • In our flights with tours, regional airports may change in a way that does not affect the sightseeing points in the tour program. 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In cancellations and changes made between 29 to 15 days before the tour date, 30% of the reservation fee will be deducted; for cancellations and changes made 15-7 days before the tour date, 50% of the reservation fee will be deducted; for cancellations and changes made 7 days or less before the tour date, 100% of the reservation fee will be deducted. • Guests who purchase the Cancellation, Refund, and Guarantee Package can cancel the package tour at any time without stating a reason, up to 72 hours before the tour's start date. After cancellation, the entire amount paid for the package tour will be refunded without any deductions, according to the payment method. The Cancellation, Refund, and Guarantee Package does not cover flight tickets. Guests wishing to purchase this package can add it to their reservation during the booking process. • Museum cards and entrance fees to museums are not included in the tour price. 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