Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul & Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Dinner Included
Arrival & Transfer: Welcome to Turkey! Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, meet your representative and transfer to your hotel for check-in. Free time to relax before the evening program.
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise: In the evening, transfer to the Bosphorus for an unforgettable dinner cruise. Sail between Europe and Asia while enjoying spectacular views of Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Maiden's Tower, Rumeli Fortress, Bosphorus Bridge and Beylerbeyi Palace. Traditional Turkish entertainment and folklore performances accompany your dinner. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 2 – Istanbul Old City Tour Breakfast & Lunch Included
Historic Peninsula: After breakfast, depart for a full-day guided city tour of Istanbul's historic peninsula. Visit the magnificent Topkapı Palace, the residence of Ottoman Sultans for nearly four centuries and one of Turkey's most important cultural landmarks. Continue to the iconic Blue Mosque, famous for its elegant architecture and beautiful Íznik tiles. Walk through the historic Hippodrome Square, once the social and sporting center of Constantinople.
Hagia Sophia & Grand Bazaar: Optional Entrance to Hagia Sophia: €30 per person. Hagia Sophia, one of the most important monuments in world history. Your guide will provide detailed information about its fascinating Byzantine and Ottoman heritage from the exterior. After lunch, visit the famous Grand Bazaar, one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world, featuring more than 4,000 shops selling carpets, jewelry, ceramics, spices and souvenirs. Return to the hotel.
Day 3 – Flight to Mardin & Old City Tour Breakfast & Lunch Included
Flight to Mardin & Old City: After breakfast, transfer to Istanbul Airport for your flight to Mardin. Upon arrival, discover the enchanting Mardin Old City, famous for its honey-colored stone architecture, narrow alleyways and breathtaking views over the Mesopotamian Plains.
Deyrulzafaran Monastery: Continue to the historic Deyrulzafaran Monastery, one of the most important centers of Syriac Christianity. Overnight in Mardin.
Day 4 – Midyat & Dara Ancient City Tour Breakfast & Lunch Included
Midyat Exploration: After breakfast, visit the charming town of Midyat, renowned for its magnificent stone mansions and centuries-old silver craftsmanship.
Dara Ancient City: Continue to the fascinating archaeological site of Dara Ancient City, once an important Roman military settlement near the Mesopotamian frontier. Explore ancient cisterns, tombs and city ruins before returning to Mardin. Overnight in Mardin.
Day 5 – Transfer to Diyarbakir & City Tour Breakfast & Lunch Included
Diyarbakir Heritage: After breakfast, depart for Diyarbakir, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Visit the impressive Diyarbakir City Walls, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore the historic Hevsel Gardens overlooking the Tigris River.
Grand Mosque: Continue to the magnificent Grand Mosque of Diyarbakir, one of the oldest mosques in Anatolia. Overnight in Diyarbakir.
Day 6 – Transfer to Sanliurfa & Gobeklitepe Tour Breakfast & Lunch Included
Transfer to Sanliurfa: After breakfast, depart for Sanliurfa.
Göbeklitepe Exploration: Upon arrival, visit the world-famous Göbeklitepe, recognized as the oldest known temple complex on Earth and one of the most significant archaeological discoveries in human history. Explore this extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage Site before transferring to your hotel. Overnight in Sanliurfa.
Day 7 – Sanliurfa & Harran Tour Breakfast & Lunch Included
Sanliurfa Pilgrimage Sites: After breakfast, visit the sacred Balıklıgöl (Pool of Abraham), one of Turkey's most important pilgrimage sites. Continue to Urfa Castle and the traditional bazaars before departing for the ancient settlement of Harran, famous for its beehive-shaped houses and ancient university.
Harran Ancient Settlement: Discover one of Mesopotamia's most remarkable historical destinations before returning to Sanliurfa. Overnight in Sanliurfa.
Day 8 – Departure Breakfast Included
Checkout & Transfer: After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and transfer to Sanliurfa GAP Airport according to your departure flight schedule. Optional activities may be arranged depending on departure flight timing and availability.
Conclusion: End of Grandoria Services.