Mesapotamia
Mesapotamia tour
Tour Highlights
• Ride through ancient Mesopotamian cities like Harran, Midyat, and Dara • Visit Göbekli Tepe – the world’s oldest known temple • Explore Mardin’s cliffside architecture and stone alleyways • Ride scenic routes along the Tigris River • Experience Kurdish and Assyrian hospitality, music, and cuisine
Rider Experience Levels Accepted
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Full Itinerary
📅 Full Itinerary: Day 1: Sanliurfa & Göbekli Tepe (~60km) • Arrival in Sanliurfa, bike orientation & safety briefing • Visit Göbekli Tepe & Sanliurfa Museum • Stroll Balıklıgöl (Pool of Abraham) by night • Overnight in Sanliurfa old city boutique hotel Day 2: Sanliurfa → Harran → Siverek (~180km) • Morning ride to the beehive houses of Harran • Visit ruins of ancient university and citadel • Cross the Euphrates by ferry near Birecik • Ride twisty roads to Siverek highlands • Overnight in Siverek guesthouse with local dinner Day 3: Siverek → Hasankeyf → Midyat (~220km) • Ride through canyons towards Hasankeyf (partially submerged historic town) • Explore ancient caves, citadel, and Tigris river views • Continue to Midyat via rugged terrain and small villages • Overnight in a stone house hotel, with Assyrian wine tasting Day 4: Midyat → Dara → Mardin (~130km) • Visit ancient Dara city ruins (underground cisterns, necropolis) • Scenic ride to Mardin, hugging the Syrian border • Evening exploring Mardin’s bazaar and terrace cafes overlooking the Mesopotamian plain • Overnight in historic Mardin mansion Day 5: Mardin Culture Day & Departure • Optional sunrise ride to Deyrulzafaran Monastery • Free time for souvenirs, coffee & city walk • Farewell lunch, tour debrief, and airport transfers
Included
Bike rental, 4-star boutique stays, breakfasts & dinners, support vehicle, tour guide, entry fees
Not Included
Flights, lunch/snacks, fuel (~€50), travel insurance
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Mesapotamia
Mesapotamia
£1,650.00