Turkey · Archaeology

2-Day Mardin and Şanlıurfa Tour with Göbekli Tepe and Harran

2 Days Round trip from Mardin Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the Kirklar and Mar Hirmiz churches
02 Stroll through the ancient Mesopotamian city of Dara
03 Explore the Kasimiye and Zinciriye Madrasahs
04 Feed fish at the Biblical Balıklıgöl pool
05 Marvel at the Urfa Castle open-air museum
06 Shop at the iconic Mardin Grand Bazaar

Ramble through southeastern Turkey and explore Mardin and Şanlıurfa on this memorable two-day experience. Tour the open courtyards of the Kasimiye Madrasah, experience the majesty of the Deyrulzfaran Monastery, and explore the Mesopotamian ruins of Dara. Marvel at the ancient Neolithic remains of Göbekli Tepe and the ancient city of Harran, and feed fish at the Biblical Balıklıgöl. Savour an authentic Turkish experience as you talk to the townfolk, sip aromatic coffee, and feast on local cuisine in this City of Prophets.

Explore the Neolithic site of Göbekli Tepe, home to the first temple in the world.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Mardin, Şanlıurfa, Harran

Languages English, Turkish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Mardin Churches, Madrasahs and Dara Ruins

Meet your tour guide at the airport and proceed for your city tour.
Spend some time in the silent serenity of the iconic Kirklar Church and Mar Hirmiz Churches.
Visit the Kasimiye and Zinciriye Madrasahs and admire their majestic architecture and high arches.
Enjoy the view at the beautiful Deyrulzfaran Monastery.
Stroll, shop, and take photos in the Mardin Grand Bazaar.
Make your way to the ruins of the Mesopotamian city of Dara.
Transfer to your hotel and rest for the night.

Day 02

Şanlıurfa, Göbekli Tepe and Harran

Make your way to Şanlıurfa for the next leg of your trip.
Explore the Neolithic site of Göbekli Tepe, home to the first temple in the world.
Visit the ancient city of Harran.
Frolic around and feed fish at Balıklıgöl, where Prophet Abraham was born and thrown into the fire by Nimrod. Sip mellow coffee and capture plenty of pictures as you walk around the fish lake.
Marvel at the open-air museum at Urfa Castle.
After a memorable journey through Şanlıurfa, transfer back to your hotel or the airport.