3-Day Private Mesopotamia Tour – Mardin, Midyat & Şanlıurfa (Göbeklitepe Included)

Overview

Unlock the secrets of ancient Mesopotamia with this 3-Day Private Mardin, Midyat & Şanlıurfa Tour—a journey through history, religion, culture, and timeless landscapes.

From the legendary ruins of Dara Ancient City to the sacred temples of Göbeklitepe, and the spiritual heart of Şanlıurfa, this immersive experience connects you with civilizations dating back over 12,000 years.

Designed as a private, flexible, and fully guided experience, this tour is ideal for travelers seeking authenticity, comfort, and deep cultural insight.

Tour Highlights

• ✔ 3-day private guided Mesopotamia experience
• ✔ Visit Göbeklitepe – world’s oldest known temple
• ✔ Explore Dara Ancient City & Roman ruins
• ✔ Discover Midyat’s Syriac heritage & stone houses
• ✔ Walk through Mardin’s historic old town
• ✔ Experience Şanlıurfa’s spiritual landmarks
• ✔ Optional Hasankeyf & Halfeti extensions

Day 1: Dara – Midyat – White Water

09:00 – Pickup & Departure from Mardin

Meet your guide and begin your journey into Mesopotamia.

10:00 – Dara Ancient City

Explore one of the most important ancient settlements in Upper Mesopotamia:

• Rock-cut necropolis
• Giant cisterns & water systems
• Ancient agora & bridges
• City walls & underground structures

11:30 – Beyazsu (White Water)

Relax in a scenic natural oasis with flowing streams and lush surroundings.

12:30 – Lunch in Midyat

14:00 – Mor Gabriel Monastery

Visit one of the oldest Christian monasteries in the world (1,600+ years old), still active today.

15:15 – Midyat Old Town Experience

• Midyat Guest House (TV series filming location)
• Traditional stone houses walk
• Gelüşke Han tea break
• Explore Midyat Caves

16:40 – Free Time in Midyat Bazaar

Shop for:

• Filigree silver jewelry
• Almond candy & local sweets
• Spices & handmade crafts

18:00 – Return to Mardin

19:30 – Hotel Drop-off

Day 2: Mardin City Tour – Culture & Heritage

09:00 – Start of the Day

09:30 – Deyrulzafaran Monastery

A spiritual center where prayers in Aramaic have echoed for centuries.

10:30 – Kasimiye Madrasa

Discover Mesopotamia’s intellectual heritage and stunning architecture.

12:00 – Lunch Break

13:00 – Mardin Old City Exploration

Explore iconic landmarks:

• Kırklar Church
• Latifiye Mosque
• Mardin Museum
• Ulu Mosque Mardin
• Zinciriye Madrasa
• Old Bazaar, Spice Market & Copper Bazaar

Walk through historic abbara passages, connecting centuries of stories.

18:00 – Return to Hotel / Optional Dinner

19:30 – End of Day

Day 3: Şanlıurfa & Göbeklitepe – The Birthplace of Civilization

09:00 – Departure to Şanlıurfa

11:00 – Göbeklitepe

Visit the world’s oldest known temple (12,000 years old), rewriting human history.

13:30 – Lunch Break

15:00 – Şanlıurfa Museums

• Şanlıurfa Museum
• Şanlıurfa Mosaic Museum

16:00 – Eyyüp Peygamber Sabır Cave

Visit the sacred cave associated with Prophet Job.

16:30 – Balıklıgöl

Enjoy free time at this spiritual and iconic landmark.

17:30 – Urfa Old City Tour

• Urfa Castle
• Bedesten Bazaar & Copper Bazaar
• Gümrük Han
• Haşimiye Square

20:00 – End of Tour in Şanlıurfa

Option to end in Şanlıurfa or return to Mardin.

Included in the Tour Fee: All intermediate transport in the region, airport transfers, Guidance, Friendship and Smiling face.

Excluding Tour Fees: Museum and archaeological site entrance fees. Istanbul Mardin Diyarbakır Istanbul Main Transportation, Local Mardin Night, Tips and other extras, meals are not included in the price.