Ottoman & Mesopotamia Experience
Premium Cultural Journey by Mimosa Travel
Prepare to discover some of Türkiye’s most remarkable cultural destinations in a single, carefully designed journey.
From the imperial grandeur of Istanbul to the peaceful nature of Sapanca and Bursa, and finally to the ancient lands of Mesopotamia including Mardin, Midyat and Diyarbakir, this itinerary offers an extraordinary cultural route through centuries of civilization.
This is not a typical sightseeing tour.
It is a journey created for travelers who wish to experience the authentic soul of Türkiye — its history, architecture, traditions and living cultures.
With Mimosa Travel, you don’t just visit destinations…
you truly experience them.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Duration: 7 Nights / 8 Days
Tour Type: Cultural & Heritage Journey
Destinations: Istanbul – Sapanca – Bursa – Mardin – Midyat – Diyarbakir
DAY BY DAY PROGRAM
Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul
Arrival at Istanbul Airport.
Meet & greet and private transfer to the hotel.
Check-in and overnight in Istanbul.
Day 2 – Old City Tour
Full day guided visit including:
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Hagia Sophia
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Blue Mosque
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Hippodrome
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Grand Bazaar
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 3 – Sapanca & Maşukiye Nature Tour
A relaxing day in nature including:
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 4 – Bursa Full Day Tour
Explore the first capital of the Ottoman Empire:
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Green Mosque
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Silk Market (Koza Han)
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Historic city center
Return and overnight in Istanbul.
Day 5 – Flight to Mardin
Domestic flight Istanbul → Mardin
Exploration of Old Mardin city, traditional bazaars and historic streets.
Transfer to Midyat for overnight stay.
Day 6 – Midyat & Mesopotamia Region
Discover the cultural heritage of the region:
Overnight in Midyat.
Day 7 – Diyarbakir Tour
Visit one of the oldest cities of Mesopotamia:
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Diyarbakir city walls
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historic old town
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cultural highlights
Return flight Diyarbakir → Istanbul
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 8 – Departure
Breakfast at the hotel and airport transfer according to flight schedule.
INCLUDED SERVICES
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5 nights accommodation in 4★ hotels in Istanbul
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2 nights boutique hotel accommodation in Mardin / Midyat
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Airport transfers
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Old City tour
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Sapanca & Maşukiye tour
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Bursa full day tour
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Mardin – Midyat – Diyarbakir cultural program
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Domestic flights Istanbul → Mardin / Diyarbakir → Istanbul
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Professional guiding services
Services to be confirmed in your quotation
Services explicitly listed above as included or excluded remain as stated. Where the scope is not specified, your quotation will clarify whether flights, admission tickets, optional activities and other additional services are included or excluded. An activity appearing in the itinerary does not by itself mean that its cost is included. Please review the scope of services in your quotation before booking.
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