Itinerary

1. Day 1 – Explore Baghdad

   • Arrive at Baghdad International Airport.

   • Meet with the reception team and transfer to a 4-star hotel.

   Overnight in Baghdad.

   • Visit Al-Ukhaidir Castle.

   • Explore Al-Aqyasar Church, the oldest church in the Middle East.

   • Discover Taq Kisra (Ctesiphon), the world’s largest brick arch.

   • Enjoy sunset views at the Panorama Building.

   • Visit the Liberation Monument.

   • Join an evening walking tour in Baghdad.

   Overnight in Baghdad.

2. Day 2 – Discover Baghdad’s History and Culture

   • Start with a traditional Iraqi breakfast of Gaimar and Kahi.

   • Visit the Grand Museum of Iraq.

   • Tour Old Baghdad including Rashid Street, Saray Market, and Al-Mutanabbi Street.

   • Explore the Abbasid Palace and Mustansiriya School.

   • Visit the Martyr’s Monument and Kadhimiya Shrines.

   • Stroll along Abu Nawas Street, relax at Al-Shabandar Café, and explore the 1001 Nights Garden.

   Overnight in Baghdad.

3. Day 3 – Visit Najaf

   • Travel to Najaf.

   • Visit the Shrine of Imam Ali.

   • Explore the old city and the local bazaars.

   Overnight in Najaf.

4. Day 4 – Explore Samarra

   • Drive to Samarra.

   • Visit the Great Mosque of Samarra and its iconic Malwiya Minaret.

   • Explore other religious landmarks within the city.

   • Return to Baghdad.

   Overnight in Baghdad.

5. Day 5 – Discover Babylon and Karbala

   • Visit Al-Kifl and the Tomb of Prophet Ezekiel.

   • Explore the ancient ruins of Babylon including the Ishtar Gate, Procession Street, and Lion of Babylon.

   • Continue to Karbala for a night visit to the Shrines of Imam Hussein and Abbas.

   Overnight in Karbala.

6. Day 6 – Explore Nasiriyah and the Marshes

   • Visit Al-Qurna where the Tigris and Euphrates rivers meet.

   • Take a boat tour in the Chibayish Marshes, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

   • Discover floating villages in the Gardens of Eden.

   • Visit the Ziggurat of Ur, House of Abraham, and Palace of Shulgi.

   • Continue to the Uruk ruins in Samawah.

   Overnight in Nasiriyah or nearby.

7. Day 7 – Visit Basra

   • Tour Old Basra including Shanasheel houses, Ashar Canal, and local markets.

   • Visit Saddam Hussein’s Ship, the Arabian Gulf Corniche, and the Italian Bridge.

   • Explore historical churches and mosques within the city.

   Overnight in Basra.

8. Day 8 – Return to Baghdad

   • Drive or take an internal flight back to Baghdad.

   • Spend free time at leisure for rest, shopping, or optional tours.

   • Choose to overnight in Baghdad or proceed with a direct transfer to the airport for departure.