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2-Day Journey Through Baghdad, Babylon, And Karbala

  • Tour Category

    Private Tour

  • Tour Types

    Religious, History, Museum

  • Duration

    2 Days

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    Arabic, English

Description

Embark on a captivating 2-day tour, beginning in Baghdad! Visit the Iraqi Museum, followed by a walking tour through the historic quarters and a stop at al-Mutanabbi Book Market Street. Then, explore Mustansiriyah Madrasah, Shabandar Cafe, Abbasid Palace. After that, enjoy a boat tour on the Tigris River. Next, venture to Babylon to explore the Ishtar Gate and Nebuchadnezzar II's palace. Wrap up the adventure with Saddam's abandoned palace, then head to Karbala for a walking night tour.

Highlights

  • Explore the Iraqi Museum and immerse yourself in ancient Mesopotamian antiquities

  • Visit al-Mutanabbi Book Market Street, an intellectual haven for book enthusiasts

  • Venture to Babylon and explore the original lower part of the Ishtar Gate

  • Marvel at the magnificent shrines of Imam Hussein and Abbas in Karbala

  • Day 1: Baghdad expand_more
    • Our exploration commences at the Iraqi Museum, immersing ourselves in ancient Mesopotamian antiquities.
    • Continue with a captivating walking tour through the old quarters of Baghdad.
    • Visit al-Mutanabbi Book Market Street—an intellectual haven.
    • Explore Mustansiriyah Madrasah, one of the earliest universities in the world.
    • Visit the century-old Shabandar Cafe for a glass of lime tea.
    • Proceed to the Abbasid Palace on the Tigris river bank.
    • Experience a century-old juice shop with refreshing raisin juice.
    • Explore the Antique Market.
    • Embark on a boat tour on the Tigris River.
    • Indulge in lunch at an old Baghdadi restaurant offering Kuba.
    • The day unfolds with walks through bustling bazaars like Copper Market, Stationery Market, and Clothing Market.
    • Culminate at the iconic Freedom Monument.
  • Day 2: Babylon - Karbala expand_more
    • The following day, we set out for Babylon.
    • Explore the original lower part of the Ishtar Gate and the Lion of Babylon.
    • Stroll through the reconstructed palace of Babylonian king Nebuchadnezzar II.
    • Venture to Saddam's abandoned palace, exploring its grandeur.
    • Encounter the last standing portrait statue of Saddam.
    • Head to Karbala, where we embark on a walking night tour.
    • Marvel at the magnificent shrines of Imam Hussein and Abbas.
    • Immerse ourselves in the vibrant nearby bazaar.
    • The choice to stay overnight in Karbala or head back to Baghdad at night is available.
What's Included
  • Guiding services 
What's Excluded
  • Accommodation
  • Transportation 
  • Meals
  • Entry fees
What to bring
  • Basic luggage
Know before you go
  • Karbala is a holy city, so it is required for women to wear a headscarf and to wear modest clothes 
Meeting Point

Baghdad, Iraq

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
The group size and price
1 To 3USD 220 Per Group

This is a private tour
Starting From

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USD 220 / group