Turkey · Archaeology

8-Hour Mardin Sightseeing Tour with Dara Mesopotamian Ruins

8 Hours Round trip from Mardin Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the Monastery of Deyrulzafaran
02 Discover the ancient city of Dara
03 Explore the Grand Mosque and Zinciriye Madrasah
04 Browse the historic bazaar of Mardin
05 Taste local spices and coffee

Visit the historic city of Mardin, known for the Artuqid architecture of its old city, on this 8-hour trip. Explore key attractions such as Kasım Paşa Madrasah and the Monastery of Deyrulzafaran, then discover the ancient city of Dara and learn more about its Mesopotamian ruins. Continue with visits to the Archeology Museum, the Grand Mosque, and Zinciriye Madrasah, with time to shop in the historic bazaar and taste local spices and coffee.

Continue to the Archeology Museum, the narrow streets, the Grand Mosque, Zinciriye Madrasah, and the historic bazaar.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Mardin

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Mardin Old City and Dara Exploration

Meet your tour guide at Mardin Airport or your hotel.
Visit Kasım Paşa Madrasah and the Monastery of Deyrulzafaran.
Head to the ancient city of Dara and learn about the Mesopotamian ruins there.
Take a lunch break.
Continue to the Archeology Museum, the narrow streets, the Grand Mosque, Zinciriye Madrasah, and the historic bazaar.
Taste local spices and coffee.
Make your way back to your hotel or Mardin Airport.