Day 1 – Arrival in Sanliurfa
Arrival & Transfer: Welcome to Mesopotamia! Upon arrival at Sanliurfa Airport, meet your representative and transfer to your hotel for check-in.
Leisure Time: Known as the "City of Prophets," Sanliurfa is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and a gateway to some of humanity's earliest civilizations. Overnight in Sanliurfa.
Day 2 – Gobeklitepe & Sanliurfa Heritage Tour Breakfast & Lunch Included
Göbeklitepe Exploration: After breakfast, depart for the world-famous Göbeklitepe, recognized as the world's oldest known temple complex and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dating back more than 11,000 years, Göbeklitepe has revolutionized our understanding of early civilization and human history.
Sanliurfa Heritage & Bazaars: After lunch, return to Sanliurfa and visit the sacred Balıklıgöl (Pool of Abraham), one of the region's most important religious sites. Continue to the historic Urfa Bazaar and traditional covered markets, where centuries-old trading traditions continue to thrive. Overnight in Sanliurfa.
Day 3 – Harran & Mesopotamian Plains Tour Breakfast & Lunch Included
Ancient City of Harran: After breakfast, depart for the ancient city of Harran, one of the oldest settlements in the world and an important center of learning in antiquity. Explore the famous Beehive Houses, the remains of the historic Harran University and the ancient city walls.
Mesopotamian Plains: After lunch, continue through the vast Mesopotamian Plains, enjoying panoramic views across one of the most historically significant regions on earth. Return to Sanliurfa. Overnight in Sanliurfa.
Day 4 – Mardin Old City & Deyrulzafaran Monastery Tour Breakfast & Lunch Included
Mardin Old City Exploration: After breakfast, depart for the fascinating city of Mardin, renowned for its honey-colored stone architecture and multicultural heritage. Explore the historic Mardin Old City, famous for its narrow streets, stone mansions and breathtaking views over Mesopotamia.
Deyrulzafaran Monastery: After lunch, visit the magnificent Deyrulzafaran Monastery, one of the most important centers of Syriac Christianity in the world. Return to Sanliurfa in the evening. Overnight in Sanliurfa.
Day 5 – Departure Breakfast Included
Checkout & Transfer: After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and transfer to Sanliurfa Airport according to your departure flight schedule. Optional activities may be arranged depending on departure flight timing and availability.
Conclusion: End of Grandoria Services.