Bus Tour to Northern Mesopotamia GAP (5 Nights 6 Days Hotel Accommodation)

• 16:00 Fahrettin Altay (In front of Ziraat Bank)
• 16:10 Üçyol (In front of Pamukkale Office)
• 16:20 Şirinyer (Opposite Velioğlu Bakery)
• 16:30 Konak (YKM Front Bus Stop)
• 16:40 Alsancak (Train Station)
• 16:50 Bostanlı Pier
• 17:00 Karşıyaka Monument
• 17:20 Bayraklı Overpass
• 17:30 Bornova (In front of Ege University Emergency)
• 18:00 Manisa (Old Garage)

Following the route of UŞAK, AFYON, KONYA, EREĞLİ and necessary breaks, we arrive in GAZİANTEP in the morning.

Here, we first have our breakfast (extra). After breakfast, our first stop is the GAZİANTEP MUSEUM where Roman period mosaics excavated from the ancient city of ZEUGMA, most notably the Gypsy Girl mosaic, are exhibited. The mosaic works we will see, accompanied by mythological stories, will deeply impress us. Afterwards, we arrive at the historical bazaar. During the free time we will give here, we can visit Elmacılar Bazaar, Coppersmiths' Bazaar, Mother-of-Pearl Workers' Bazaar, Zincirli Bedesten, and shop for local products. During a short break at the Historical Tahmis Coffee House, we will have the opportunity to taste the famous Menengiç coffee. At the designated time, we gather in our vehicle and head to HALFETİ, which has a captivating atmosphere with its history and nature, and where the TV series Karagül and the movie Eşkiya starring Şener Şen were filmed. We embark on a magnificent 1-hour Boat Tour on the Birecik Dam Lake. Halfeti is a geography where time is a mosaic of civilizations. While exploring the submerged old Halfeti by boat tour amidst the blend of the past; after seeing Rum Kale, Historical Cave Houses, and Savaşan Village, a large part of which is submerged and where you can see the submerged structures, we continue our journey to ŞANLIURFA. After seeing the cave where PROPHET ABRAHAM was born, the place where he was thrown into the fire, BALIKLIGÖL, AYN-IZELİHA LAKE, RIZVANİYE and HALİL-ÜRRAHMAN MOSQUES, free time will be given in the historical bazaar for shopping for local products. Afterwards, we go to our hotel and settle into our rooms. At the designated time, we go to a SIRA GECESİ, a unique regional entertainment, for dinner. Accommodation at ŞANLIURFA VERA VİP , URHAY , GÜVEN etc. Hotel.

After breakfast, we leave our hotel and head towards GÖBEKLİTEPE. We visit Göbeklitepe, the world's first temple-cult site, built 11,500 years ago and mysteriously covered by the people who built it 1000 years later, which caused the rewriting of world history. Get ready for a journey through time with our guide's narration and the artifacts you will see. Your mind will take you on a beautiful journey. Göbeklitepe, where the first sculpture workshop was located, is also known as the land where chickpeas, lentils, and wheat were first cultivated in the world and where the history of agriculture began. At the designated time, we leave here and head towards MARDİN. Here, we first visit one of Mardin's most beautiful structures, the KASIMİYE MADRASAH . Its construction began during the Artukid Period and was completed in the late 15th century during the reign of Akkoyunlu Sultan Kasım Ibn Cihangir. After our madrasah tour with our guide's explanations, we start our Mardin tour. In Mardin, a dream city that is a harmony of Mesopotamian cultures and civilizations, we will see ULU MOSQUE, historical structures integrated with Mardin culture and architecture, Mardin's narrow streets and Abbaras. We give free time for shopping in Mardin bazaar. In the bazaar, you can shop for souvenirs such as traditional printed scarves, copper nut bowls and candlesticks, carpets and handmade felt, prayer beads, pashminas, wine, wooden craft products, almond candy, roasted chickpeas, mırra coffee pots and special handleless cups (Gümgüm). At the designated time, we gather in our vehicle and go to our hotel to settle into our rooms. Dinner and accommodation at MARDİN YAYGRAND Hotel.

After breakfast, we leave our hotel and go to DAYRÜL ZAFARAN MONASTERY . While visiting this unique structure built on an ancient Sun temple dating back to 2000 BC, we will have the chance to get to know the ancient Syriac people of the region closely. After our visit to Deyrulzafaran Monastery, we head towards DARA ANCIENT CITY, which is considered the Ephesus of the East. Dara, one of the most important settlements of Upper Mesopotamia in history, was established in 505 by the initiatives of Emperor Anastasius (491-518) as a military garrison city to protect the eastern border of the Eastern Roman Empire against the Sasanids. This historical area, which also hosted the world's first biological war, also contains Anatolia's largest historical mass grave and one of the largest water systems. One of the places we will see during our trip will be the Dara Cistern. After descending the stairs and taking a photo break in this area that will amaze you with its unique acoustics and depth, we take our places in our vehicle to go to MAĞARA VILLAGE. In this settlement known as an Ezidi Village, we will learn about Ezidi culture and witness the harmonious coexistence of different cultures settled in Mardin and its vicinity. Afterwards, we arrive at MOR GABRIEL MONASTERY. In the monastery, which was the Metropolitan Center in 615 and 1049, shelters and prayer places were built by Mor Şemun during the time of King Arcadius (395-408). During the era of King Theodosius (408-450), the monument house for sarcophagi, the Church of the Virgin Mary, the Church of the Apostles, the Church of the Forty Martyrs, the Mor Şmuel Sanctuary, the Theodora Dome due to the healing of Princess Theodora by Mor Şmuel, and the Mor Şlemun Sanctuary were built. After our monastery tour with our guide, we arrive in MİDYAT. The delicate skills of the region's stone masters, found within a rich architectural texture, give Midyat the appearance of an open-air museum. You can also find the best examples of Telkari art, meticulously crafted by Syriac masters with centuries of experience. While walking the streets of Midyat, you can shop for telkari, wine, cosmetics, coffee, almond candy. Afterwards, we visit the MİDYAT GUEST HOUSE, where the TV series ''Sıla'', ''Adını Kalbime Yazdım'' and ''Hercai'' were filmed and which hosted many other TV series. At the end of the day, we go to our hotel and settle into our rooms. Dinner and accommodation at MİDYAT ASUR İMPERİAL , BAY GRAND , RAMADA etc. Hotel.

After breakfast, we leave our hotel and arrive at HASANKEYF. Hasankeyf, an important heritage of Mesopotamia, whose history dates back to ancient times and has been a crossroads of civilizations throughout history, was recently submerged due to the filling of the Ilısu Dam, and historical artifacts were moved to Yeni Hasankeyf during this process. Here, we see the historical city from a wide angle, as well as thousands of natural beauties such as caves. Afterwards, we arrive in DİYARBAKIR. The DİYARBAKIR CITY WALLS, the largest man-made structure seen from space after the Great Wall of China, greet us. We get information about the walls from our guide. We have our lunch with a menu consisting of regional delicacies. After lunch, we visit the house of Diyarbakır-born poet and writer CAHİT SITKI TARANCI, who has an important place in Turkish literature and is now used as a museum. Then we visit the ULU MOSQUE, one of the most important structures of Anatolia and the city, as it is the fifth Harem-i Şerif of Islam. After our guide's narration in the mosque courtyard, we take our photos and go to HASANPAŞA HANI, one of Diyarbakır's most frequented places. After having our tea and coffee here, we continue our exploration of Diyarbakır. During our walk in the historical streets and avenues, we first see the unique FOUR-LEGGED MINARET and then visit the DENGBEJLER HOUSE, where the Dengbejlik culture, the most beautiful example of Kurdish oral literature tradition, is kept alive, and SÜLÜKLÜ HAN. Afterwards, we visit the TEN-ARCHED BRIDGE, take our photos, and then set off for ADIYAMAN and settle into our hotel. Dinner and accommodation at ADIYAMAN WHİTE STAR , RABAT RESORT , PARK etc. Hotel.

Early in the morning, we leave our hotel and arrive at KAHTA. Here, we start our climb to MOUNT NEMRUT with minibuses waiting for us. We reach Mount Nemrut, at an altitude of 2150 m., to the monumental tomb built by the crazy and idealistic king Antiochus 2000 years ago on the summit of the Taurus Mountains. Here, we see the East and West Terraces, the statues of Zeus-Oramastes, Apollon-Mithras, Herakles-Artaganes, the goddess Commagene, King Antiochus, and the guardian Lion-Eagle, while also enjoying the magnificent view. Afterwards, we return to our bus with minibuses and go to our hotel. After breakfast, we depart for ADANA. Here, we panoramically see the HISTORICAL STONE BRIDGE, located on the SEYHAN RIVER and one of Adana's symbols. Afterwards, we visit the SABANCI CENTRAL MOSQUE, one of Turkey's most magnificent places of worship. After our mosque tour, which draws attention with its magnificent architecture and symbolic details, we give free time. At the designated time, we gather in our vehicle and begin our return journey. After appropriate breaks on the road, we will be in İZMİR late at night. We bid farewell to our esteemed guests, hoping to meet again in another GEZİ TUTKUNLARI organization.