'BUSY BIG GAP TOUR'
Day 1 Arrival in Gaziantep via Antalya - Serik - Manavgat - Alanya - Gazipaşa - Anamur - Mersin - Adana - Gaziantep
We will start our journey towards Gaziantep by picking up our esteemed guests at 20:00 from the previously specified pick-up points, placing them into our vehicle in order of reservation while taking necessary breaks. We will arrive in Gaziantep in the morning.
Note: Our guide will suggest suitable places for breakfast along the way.
Day 2 Gaziantep - Zeugma Mosaic Museum - City Tour of Gaziantep - Tahmis Coffee - Metanet Katmer - İmam Çağdaş - Historical Cultural Path Walk
Upon our arrival in Gaziantep, we will visit the Zeugma Mosaic Museum, one of the largest mosaic museums in the world, with our guide in the morning. (museum card) All the works in Zeugma Mosaic Museum are ancient relics excavated from the ancient cities submerged under the Euphrates River and the Ancient City of Zeugma. Its most important piece is the Çingene Kızı Mosaic, which is displayed in a special room. Our guide will provide you with necessary explanations within the museum, and afterwards we will head to the center of Gaziantep, known as Turkey's gastronomy city. Upon arrival in Gaziantep center, we will be greeted by the symbol of Gaziantep, the Gaziantep Castle. After receiving information about the castle, we will have a panoramic view of it and take photos. We will then proceed to the historical cultural path where we will see the Hanlar and then visit local delicacies in the flavor street, including İmam Çağdaş - Yesemek - Metanet Katmer. We will then explore the famous Copper Bazaar and Almacılar Market before stopping at the historic Tahmis Coffee to enjoy our menengiç coffees. Our guide will give you free time and we will gather at the meeting point at the specified time. After our free time, we will get back into our vehicle and head to our hotel in Gaziantep for dinner and accommodation.
Accommodation: Gaziantep
This night includes dinner.
The breakfast on the day of arrival is not included in the price.
Day 3 Departure from Gaziantep - Birecik - Endangered Kelaynak Birds - Old Halfeti - Halfeti Boat Tour (extra) - Şanlıurfa - Neolithic and Archaeological Museum - Harran Ruins ( Harran Guesthouses - Ancient Harran University) - Eyüp Prophet's Tomb - Balıklıgöl - Halil İbrahim Cave - Urfa Sıra Night and Dinner (extra)
After having breakfast at our hotel, our journey will take us to visit the endangered Kelaynak birds in Birecik. On our way to Birecik by bus, we will see the Euphrates River, one of the 3 sacred rivers, and enjoy the panoramic view while crossing the Birecik Bridge. Upon our arrival in Birecik, we will visit the natural habitat of Kelaynak birds, which are only found at this point in Turkey, learn about their living habits, migratory histories, and have the chance to see these endangered birds up close. Then, we will visit Halfeti, known as the "Silent City Under Water" and the "Rose Garden" of the region. For those interested, we can organize a boat tour on the Euphrates River to visit the Savaşan Village and Rumkale (extra). After our visit, we will head towards the center of Şanlıurfa, where we will have the chance to see the antiques from the ancient period and the pieces from the Neolithic period showcased in the Modern Şanlıurfa Archaeological Museum, as well as the famous Balıklıgöl Statue found in Göbeklitepe (museum card). Then, we will proceed to Harran, the unique architectural structure of the region reflecting its traditions and customs, to visit the Harran Guesthouse, where guests can wear local costumes and take beautiful photos. After that, we will have the chance to taste mırry, one of the region's special coffees. Close to the Guesthouse, we will be able to visit Harran University, known as the first university in the world. After receiving information about the university from our guide, we will depart from there and start our tour in the city of Şanlıurfa, the city of patience, wisdom, and prophets. Our first stop will be the Hz. Eyüp Prophet's Tomb, and our guide will provide you with information about our next location. Then we will visit Balıklıgöl, a sacred area where Hz. Ibrahim the Prophet was thrown into fire and, accordingly, the burned wood turned into fish and fire turned into water, the Ayn Zeliha Lake, and Hz. Ibrahim's birthplace cave. After our program, we will return to the hotel to rest, and those who wish can join the dinner entertainment at the Sıra Night (extra).
Accommodation: Şanlıurfa
The hotel includes breakfast.
This night there is no dinner at the hotel.
The dinner with the Sıra Night is not included in the price.
Day 4 Göbeklitepe Archaeological Site – Dara Ancient City - Cisterns - Bridge and City Walls - Necropolis – Nusaybin – Mor Yakup Church - White Water lunch – Midyat - Silver artisans Bazaar - Old Midyat houses and free time city tour – Mardin - Old Mardin city tour - Mardin Museum - Zinciriye Madrasa - Ulu Mosque and Old Mardin
After having breakfast at our hotel, we will start our journey towards Göbeklitepe, known as the oldest temple in the world and humanity. Upon arrival at Göbeklitepe, minibuses will welcome us. We will visit Göbeklitepe, known as the starting point of humanity, with the guidance of our guide and have the chance to take photos (museum card). Following our program, we will visit the jewel of the ancient period, the Dara Ancient City, its cisterns, and necropolis, receiving necessary information from our guide. We will depart with great nostalgia to visit Nusaybin and Mor Yakup Church. After our visit, we will have a lunch break at the White Water location. After lunch, we will turn towards Midyat, known as the Capital of the Telkari Art. When we arrive in Midyat, we will receive necessary information from our guide and have free time to shop for perfumes, watches, glasses, blue almond candies derived from the root of the Lahor tree, famous Artuklu cologne, and Syrian wines at Midyat's famous shopping spots. Afterward, we will visit the Midyat Guest House, known as the emblem of Midyat mansions and constructed using natural stones, which has hosted many films (museum card is invalid), capturing beautiful photos. After our Midyat tour, we will head towards the pearl of Southeastern Turkey, Mardin. Upon our arrival in Mardin, we will lose ourselves in the narrow streets of Old Mardin, known as the necklace of the daytime and the gerdanlık of the night, visiting Zinciriye Madrasa and Mardin Museum. In Old Mardin, we will learn its traditions and customs, pass through its narrow streets for shopping, and breathe in that atmosphere. Visiting Mardin Ulu Mosque, one of the significant symbols of Mardin, our guide will provide you with information about its minaret and architecture, followed by free time. After our free time, we will head to our hotel to rest and have dinner.
Accommodation: Mardin
The hotel includes breakfast and dinner.
Day 5 Kasımiye Madrasa - Deyrulzafaran Monastery – Diyarbakır - On Gözlü Bridge and photo break at the Tigris River - Suriçi - Ulu Mosque - Cahit Sıtkı Tarancı Museum - Ahmet Arif Museum - Hasan Paşa
After having breakfast at our hotel, we will visit Kasımiye Madrasa, built during the Artuqid period, famous for its architecture and Abu Hayat Fountain (museum card is invalid). After receiving information from our guide about this structure, we will visit Deyr'ul Zaferan Monastery, known as the largest monastery of the Syriacs, and learn about their way of life, religion, and the history and architecture of the monastery from the special Syriac guides (museum card is invalid). You will have the chance to take amazing photos from this architectural site built against Mesopotamia. After our visit, we will continue our journey to Diyarbakır. During our journey, our guide will provide you with information about the region's historical, cultural, and natural beauties. We will visit the On Gözlü Bridge, located on the Tigris River, and take photos and enjoy a nice coffee break. Afterward, we will return to our bus and have a panoramic view of the Hevsel Gardens, which are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, and once we arrive in Diyarbakır, we will organize a city tour in Suriçi, visiting Diyarbakır Ulu Mosque, built in 1090 during the Great Seljuk Sultan Melikshah period, known for its architectural uniqueness and referred to as the 5th harem-i şerif. After our visit to the mosque, our program will continue with the visit to the house of one of our country's significant poets, Cahit Sıtkı Tarancı (museum card). In the garden of the house, those who wish can enjoy the cold meyan syrup, which is consumed by the people of Diyarbakır to cool off during the scorching weather. Afterward, we will visit the house of Ahmet Arif, a significant figure in Turkish literature, and proceed to Hasan Paşa Han for free time. After our free time, we will head to the hotel for accommodation and dinner.
Accommodation: Diyarbakır
The hotel includes breakfast and dinner.
Day 6 Nissibi Bridge - Kahta - NEMRUT MOUNTAIN PROGRAM (by minibuses extra) Karakuş Tumulus - Cendere Bridge - Ascend to Nemrut Mountain - Antikost Sacred Area and Historical Statues - Unique Sunset at Nemrut Mountain
After having breakfast at our hotel, we will start our day by crossing the Nissibi Bridge, the most modern bridge that connects Adıyaman and Diyarbakır. Our destination is Nemrut Mountain, a sacred point of the Commagene Kingdom, where thousands of visitors come from all over the world to witness its unmatched sunset. Once we arrive in the Kahta district of Adıyaman, minibuses will take us towards the 2200-meter-high Nemrut Mountain, where we will visit Cendere Bridge, Karakuş Tumulus, and the Antikost Sacred Area, receiving necessary information from our guide. Upon reaching Nemrut Mountain, we will watch and immortalize the unmatched sunset with our photos. (the ascent by minibuses is extra; entry is provided with the museum card.)
Note: Please bring walking shoes and a seasonal raincoat when ascending Nemrut Mountain.
After the program, we will board our minibuses for the return journey to Kahta and then return to our bus. Afterwards, we will head to our hotel for rest and dinner.
Accommodation: Adıyaman / Kahta
The hotel includes breakfast and dinner.
Day 7 Departure from Adıyaman - Adana - Sabancı Mosque - Taşköprü - Kızkalesi panoramic photo break - Anamur - Alanya - Manavgat - Serik - Antalya
After having breakfast at our hotel, we will visit Taşköprü, one of the historical symbols of Adana, and after our guide's explanations, we will take individual and group photos with the beautiful view. Then, we will visit the Sabancı Mosque, the largest mosque in Adana, and a replica of Selimiye Mosque designed by Mimar Sinan. Our guide will provide us with informative details about the mosque and will give you free time for photography. After our free time, we will commence our return journey, enjoying a panoramic view of the famous Kız Kalesi in Mersin and then proceed through Gazipaşa - Alanya - Manavgat - Serik to arrive in Antalya, where we will drop you off at the locations we picked you up from, and we hope to see you again on our next trip.
The hotel includes breakfast.
There is no accommodation and dinner since it's return day.
The first 44 people who make their payment with the reservation will have the right to participate in our tour.
Our seating system is provided to guests who make their payment along with their reservation based on the order of registration.
We kindly request our participants to bring plastic bathroom slippers, seasonally appropriate sports-oriented clothing, sports and hiking shoes, a small umbrella and raincoat, a light thick long-sleeved jacket, etc., as well as a camera - power bank, spare phone battery/memory card.
The tour guide and agency reserve the right to make changes in the order of the tour program and the program itself due to WEATHER CONDITIONS - CLIMATE - ROAD STATUS and UNFORSEEN CIRCUMSTANCES while implementing the above-mentioned tour program.
GAZIANTEP -ADIYAMAN - NEMRUT - DIYARBAKIR - HASANKEYF - MIDYAT - MARDIN - DARA ANCIENT CITY - DEYRULZAFARAN MONASTERY - GOBEKLITEPE - HARRAN - BALIKLIGOL - SANLIURFA
- LUXURY VEHICLE TRANSPORTATION
- 5 NIGHTS AT 3* & 4* HOTELS
- 5 BREAKFASTS & 4 DINNERS AT THE HOTEL
- PROFESSIONAL GUIDING SERVICES
- TRAVEL AND ROAD INSURANCE
- FIRST DAY BREAKFAST
- ALL LUNCHES
- MUSEUM and SITE ENTRY FEES
- EXTRA PERSONAL EXPENSES
- HALFETI BOAT TOUR
- URFA DINNER and FOLK NIGHT
- NEMRUT MOUNTAIN MINIBUS FEE