Grandoria’s Mesopotamian Wonders Tour – 8 Days / 7 Nights
We are delighted to present our professional tour package for exploring the cultural, historical, and natural wonders of Turkey. Below, you will find the complete itinerary, key highlights, inclusions, exclusions, and essential notes to help you prepare for a seamless journey.
🗓 Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Cappadocia
Welcome to Turkey! Upon arrival at the airport, our representative will greet you and transfer you to your hotel. Enjoy a relaxing evening at your leisure or explore the area.
Optional Activities:
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Turkish Bath experience
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Traditional Selçuk Turkish Night Show featuring Anatolian dances
Overnight: Cappadocia
Day 2 – Cappadocia Tour: Underground City & Göreme Open Air Museum
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Explore the best of Cappadocia with visits to:
- Özkonak Underground City
- Uçhisar Castle (highest viewpoint in Cappadocia)
- Göreme Open Air Museum with 10th-century frescoes
- Çavuşin Village (abandoned Greek houses)
- Avanos (pottery demonstration & lunch)
- Love Valley (unique rock formations)
- Devrent Valley (Imagination Valley)
- Ürgüp (wine tasting & the iconic Three Beauties fairy chimneys) Overnight: Cappadocia
Day 3 – Cappadocia to Mount Nemrut
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Depart from Kayseri, driving along the ancient Silk Road.
- Visit 13th-century Karatay Han (caravanserai)
- Continue to Mount Nemrut to see the tomb-sanctuary of King Antiochus I, one of Turkey’s most iconic sites rediscovered in the 1890s.
- Overnight: Nemrut
Day 4 – Mount Nemrut to Gaziantep
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Head toward Gaziantep, passing through picturesque Anatolian towns.
- Visit the Zeugma Mosaic Museum
- Explore Gaziantep Castle
- Wander the traditional Coppersmiths Bazaar
- Enjoy an authentic local kebab dinner
Overnight: Gaziantep
Day 5 – Gaziantep to Şanlıurfa via Halfeti & Göbeklitepe
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Explore Halfeti, the sunken town now partially submerged under the Euphrates, via boat tour.
- Visit Göbeklitepe, the oldest known temple site in human history (dating back to 9600 BC).
- Arrive in Şanlıurfa and enjoy a walking tour of:
- Balıklıgöl (Fish Lake)
- Local spice markets and artisan shops
- Optional: Sıra Gecesi – a traditional Urfa music and dinner night experience (highly recommended)
Overnight: Şanlıurfa
Day 6 – Şanlıurfa to Mardin (via Harran)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Visit the Şanlıurfa Archeology Museum and Haleplibahçe Mosaic Complex
- Explore Harran: Famous for its beehive houses and ancient Islamic university
- Arrive in Mardin, check into a historic stone-walled hotel
- Visit:
- Ulu Cami (Grand Mosque)
- Church of the Virgin Mary
- Stroll through Mardin’s atmospheric stone streets
- Overnight: Mardin
Day 7 – Mardin Exploration
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Discover the historical richness of Mardin:
- Ancient City of Dara
- Madrasahs and Caravanserais
- Deyrulzafaran Monastery, former seat of the Patriarch of Antioch
- Dive into the city’s famous street culture and enjoy delicious local cuisine
Overnight: Mardin
Day 8 – Departure from Mardin
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to Mardin Airport for your domestic flight to Istanbul and onward international flight.
We hope you had a memorable journey through Turkey with Grandoria.
✅ Inclusions
- 2 Nights in Cappadocia
- 1 Night in Mount Nemrut
- 1 Night in Gaziantep
- 1 Night in Şanlıurfa
- 2 Nights in Mardin
- All airport-hotel-airport transfers
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to all listed museums/sites
- Daily Breakfasts, 6 Lunches & 6 Dinners
- Hotel taxes
❌ Exclusions
- Domestic & International flights
- Turkish visa fees
- Optional tours
- Travel & health insurance
Note: If any listed hotels are unavailable at the time of booking, similar-category alternatives will be arranged.
📅 Seasons of Turkey
- Winter (Dec – Feb): ~10°C — Pack warm clothing
- Spring (Mar – May): ~22°C — Light layers ideal
- Summer (Jun – Aug): ~30°C — Lightweight, breathable clothes
- Autumn (Sep – Nov): ~20°C — Light jackets recommended
📋 Pre-Departure Checklist
Ensure the following items are prepared before your journey:
- ✅ International & domestic flight tickets (check name spelling)
- ✅ Valid passport (6+ months validity)
- ✅ Tour itinerary & hotel confirmations
- ✅ Turkish visa (if applicable)
- Request an invitation letter from us for your application if needed
- ✅ Flight details for arranging airport transfers
