Day 1 – Arrival in Diyarbakir
Arrival & Transfer: Welcome to Eastern Turkey! Upon arrival at Diyarbakir Airport, meet your representative and transfer to your hotel for check-in.
Leisure Time: The remainder of the day is free at leisure. Explore the historic atmosphere of one of the oldest cities in Mesopotamia and enjoy your first introduction to the cultural richness of Eastern Anatolia and overnight in Diyarbakir.
Day 2 – Diyarbakir Heritage Tour & Transfer to Mardin Breakfast & Lunch Included
City Walls & Sur District: After breakfast, begin your exploration of Eastern Turkey. Visit the UNESCO-listed Diyarbakir City Walls, among the longest and best-preserved defensive walls in the world. Continue to the historic Great Mosque of Diyarbakir (Ulu Camii), one of the oldest mosques in Anatolia. Explore the fascinating streets of the historic Sur District and visit the famous Hasan Paşa Hanı.
Ten-Eyed Bridge & Transfer to Mardin: After lunch, visit the iconic Ten-Eyed Bridge (On Gözlü Köprü) before departing for Mardin. Upon arrival, admire the spectacular views over the Mesopotamian Plains and check into your hotel. Dinner and overnight in Mardin.
Day 3 – Mardin, Midyat & Deyrulzafaran Monastery Tour Breakfast & Lunch Included
Mardin Old City & Monastery: After breakfast, discover the cultural treasures of Mardin. Visit the historic Mardin Old City, famous for its honey-colored stone architecture and narrow winding streets. Continue to the magnificent Deyrulzafaran Monastery, one of the most important Syriac Christian centers in the world.
Midyat & Silver Craftsmanship: After lunch, travel to Midyat, renowned for its impressive stone mansions and traditional Telkari silver craftsmanship. Visit local workshops and experience the unique multicultural heritage of the region. Enjoy breathtaking views over Mesopotamia before returning to Mardin. Dinner and overnight in Mardin.
Day 4 – Departure from Mardin Breakfast Included
Checkout & Transfer: After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and transfer to Mardin Airport according to your departure flight schedule.
Conclusion: End of Grandoria Services.