5-Day Sanliurfa and Mardin Tour with Gf6bekli Tepe and Monasteries

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Admire the Pool of Abraham in Sanliurfa
• 02 Explore the rich collections at the Archaeology and Mosaic Museums, featuring Gf6bekli Tepe and Harran artefacts
• 03 Roam the vibrant Old Bazaar in Mardin
• 04 Visit the ancient Deyrulzafaran Monastery
• 05 Experience the historical grandeur of Dara Ancient City and the Monastery of St. Gabriel

Enjoy a 5-day tour to discover the amazing history of Sanliurfa and Mardin and take a closer look at the cradle of religions. Visit the Pool of Abraham, the Old Bazaar, the Sanliurfa Archaeology Museum, the Sanliurfa Mosaic Museum, Gf6bekli Tepe, Mardin Old City, Kas
31miye Medrese, Deyrulzafaran Monastery, Dara Ancient City, and the Monastery of St. Gabriel.

Start the tour with a visit to the Pool of Abraham, where Nimrod threw the Prophet Abraham into the fire.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Mardin, Şanlıurfa, Midyat, Harran

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrival in Sanliurfa and Hotel Transfer

• Meet the guide at Sanliurfa Airport and transfer to your hotel in Sanliurfa.

2

Day 02

Sanliurfa City Tour

• Start the tour with a visit to the Pool of Abraham, where Nimrod threw the Prophet Abraham into the fire.
• Visit the Old Bazaar and shop for local products.
• Head to the Archaeology Museum and Mosaic Museum to see findings from the surrounding area, including artefacts from Gf6bekli Tepe and Harran.

3

Day 03

Gf6bekli Tepe and Mardin Old City Tour

• Visit the Archaeology Museum and see findings from the surrounding area, including artefacts from Gf6bekli Tepe and Harran.
• Stroll through the Old Bazaar, shop, and taste local delicacies.
• Stop by Kas
  31miye Medrese, a former madrasa situated in Mardin.

4

Day 04

Deyrulzafaran Monastery and Ancient Sites

• Visit Deyrulzafaran Monastery, which was originally built as a temple of the Sems for sun-worshipping people.
• Head to Dara Ancient City, an ancient Roman fortress city.
• Stop by the Monastery of St. Gabriel, the oldest surviving Syriac Orthodox monastery in the world.

5

Day 05

Departure Transfer to Mardin Airport

• Transfer from your hotel in Mardin to Mardin Airport.

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• 2 airport transfers
• Professional tourist guide during tours
• Transportation

What's Not Included

• Accommodation
• Flight tickets
• Food and beverages
• Tips for restaurants

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes for walking

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

5eanl
31urfa, Tfcrkiye

Tour start

Şanlıurfa, Türkiye

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.