Day 1

• Night Journey
• 19:00 Yenibosna Airport Avm Parking Lot
• 19:45 Mecidiyeköy Torun Center Front
• 20:15 Kadıköy Marriage Office Front
• 20:20 Bostancı Bridge Under
• 20:30 Kartal Bridge Under
• 20:40 Pendik Bridge Under
• 20:50 Çayırova McDonald's Front
• 21:00 Gebze Center Front
• 21:20 İzmit Halkevi Stop (Opposite Asya Hotel)
• 21:40 Sakarya Alpet Front (Next to the Bus Station)
• 23:45 Bolu Bus Station Side
• 02:00 Ankara Söğütözü Ulusoy Facilities (Opposite Armada Avm)
• 07:30 Adana Airport

• After picking up our valued guests from the specified points, we start our night journey with Dgn Travel for the Gap Munzur Ovacık Kemaliye Arapgir Sivas Tour.

Day 2

• Adana - Stone Bridge - Sabancı Central Mosque - Gaziantep - Antep Castle - Hz. Yuşa Tomb - Coppersmiths Bazaar - Tahmis Coffee - Halfeti - Boat Tour - Rum Castle - Sunken Minaret - Şanlıurfa - Pool of Abraham - Aynzeliha Lake - Historic Bazaars
• After our night journey, we start the day with a breakfast break for the Gap Munzur Ovacık Kemaliye Arapgir Sivas Tour with Dgn Travel. After seeing the Historic Stone Bridge over the Seyhan River in Adana from a panoramic view, we head to one of the region’s most significant mosques, Adana Sabancı Central Mosque. The main dome with a diameter of 32 meters corresponds to the 32 obligatory prayers, the 28 domes in the courtyard correspond to the 28 prophets mentioned in the Quran, and the 40 windows of the main dome correspond to the age at which Hz. Muhammad (pbuh) became a prophet and 40 rakats of prayer. The 6 minarets with a height of 99 meters correspond to the 99 beautiful names of Allah. After visiting this architectural wonder, we say goodbye to Adana and head towards Gaziantep.

• We start our Gaziantep tour at Gaziantep Castle, built on a hill in the city center. Although it is unknown when the castle was built, it is known to have been used for observation during the Roman period. The castle has been restored many times throughout history and received its last form during a renovation at the beginning of the 2000s. It suffered significant damage in the 2023 earthquake. After viewing the castle, we walk through its streets to visit the tombs of Pir Sefa and Hz. Yuşa. Next, we see the Coppersmiths Bazaar, Spices Bazaar, Vegetable Hall, Historical Paşa Han, Tahtani Mosque, Uzun Bazaar, Historical Customs Inn, Zincirli Bedesten, and Kunduracılar Bazaar, reaching the Coppersmith Bazaar. Here, we explore the 250-year-old Almacı Bazaar, known as the oldest bazaar in Gaziantep. After that, we arrive at Tahmis Coffee. Established between 1635-1638 by Türkmen Ağa and Sancak Bey Mustafa Ağa Bin Yusuf, to generate income for the Mevlevihane Tekkesi, we take time to enjoy Menengiç Coffee and do some shopping in the bazaars. After our free time, we will move on to the Zeugma Museum, located in the ancient city of Zeugma, named for its meaning of bringing two banks together during the Roman period. After the construction of the Birecik Dam, Zeugma was submerged. The beautiful mosaics of the villas owned by Roman generals were removed and exhibited in the Zeugma Mosaic Museum. Opened in Gaziantep on September 9, 2011, it is the second-largest mosaic museum in the world, featuring the world-renowned “Gypsy Girl” mosaic and many mosaics based on Greek mythology, which we will explore with our guide’s explanations. After visiting the Zeugma Mosaic Museum, we bid farewell to Gaziantep and head to Halfeti, one of our country’s “Cittaslow” cities.

• After the construction of Birecik Dam, part of Halfeti has been submerged in the dam lake. With our guests, we will start the Halfeti Boat Tour on our waiting boat (extra). During our cruise on the dam lake, we will see the Kral Kızı Cave, Rumkale, and the old mosque and minaret of Savaşan Village, which have been submerged under the Euphrates River. After the boat tour, we’ll take a short break in Halfeti. We will complete our excursion and head towards our hotel in Şanlıurfa. Guests can also participate in an optionally arranged folk night to experience regional culture.

• Note: Our accommodation in Şanlıurfa is bed & breakfast. Guests can join the meal included folk night program if they wish. (Extra)

• Breakfast: Will be taken in Adana. (Extra)
• Lunch: Will be taken in Gaziantep. (Extra)
• Dinner: Will be taken at the Folk Night. (Extra)
• Accommodation Hotel: Şanlıurfa/ Dedeman Hotel, Harran Hotel, Newton Hotel, etc.

Day 3

• Şanlıurfa - Pool of Abraham - Aynzeliha Lake - Historic Bazaars - Harran - Harran University - Grand Mosque - Conical Roofed Houses - Göbeklitepe - Mardin - Kasımiye Medrese - Old Mardin - Sheikh Çabuk Mosque - Cumhuriyet Square - Latifiye Mosque - Grand Mosque - A
• On the third day of the Tour with Dgn Travel for Gap Munzur Ovacık Kemaliye Arapgir Sivas, we depart for the Pool of Abraham, a prominent tourist spot associated with Şanlıurfa. The Pool, located southwest of Şanlıurfa city center, is the site where Prophet Abraham is believed to have fallen when he was thrown into the fire. Known for its sacred fish and surrounding historic sites, it is one of the most visited locations in Şanlıurfa. After visiting the Pool of Abraham (Halil-Ür Rahman) and Aynzeliha Lake, which is said to have been formed from the tears of Zeliha, the daughter of Nimrod, we will have a photo break. Afterward, we will have free time in the authentic bazaars of Şanlıurfa to purchase unique local products. After our free time, we will board our bus and proceed to Harran, which means "the intersection of roads."

• Harran is notable for its conical-roofed houses, which exist only in three regions worldwide and has a history spanning 5000 years, home to the first Islamic university. We will see Harran University (Grand Mosque), Harran Mound, the Castle, Caravanserai, and visit one of the traditional Conical Roofed Houses. During our visit, guests have the opportunity to wear traditional clothes and take photos. After the Harran tour, we will move on to Göbeklitepe.

• Located near the village of Örencik in Şanlıurfa, Göbeklitepe Mound, which hosts the world’s oldest temples and is on the UNESCO World Heritage List, has altered not only the history of this region but also the history of humanity since its discovery. Dating back 12,000 years, Göbeklitepe was featured on the cover of National Geographic magazine worldwide under the slogan "The Place Where Religion Was Born." After receiving historical information about Göbeklitepe from our guide, we will have lunch and complete our Şanlıurfa tour before heading to Mardin.

• We begin our tour of Mardin at Kasımiye Medrese, which was started during the Artuqid period and completed in the late 15th century during the reign of Akkoyunlu Sultan Kasım İbn Cihangir. After receiving information from our guide, we will take photos, then we disembark our bus at Diyarbakır Gate to walk through the streets of Old Mardin. Starting from Cumhuriyet Square, we will see Sheikh Çabuk Mosque, Zinciriye Medrese, Mardin Protestant Church, Latifiye Mosque, and the Ince Market (Cattle Bazaar), along with the Coppersmith Bazaar. We will visit Mardin Grand Mosque, recognized as the symbol of Mardin due to its layered dome and minaret. According to records, it was originally built as a two-minaret structure in 1176, but the current minaret was rebuilt in 1888/1889 in a new eclectic style. Some Syriac authors claim it to have been converted from a church. Although it may not have been converted from a church, it is likely that an old church exists in its location. After this, we will continue our walk through the small tunnels connecting the streets, known as Abbaras. We will see Şahtana Mansion, an old Armenian mansion which was once used as a PTT building. Then, we will visit Şehidiye Mosque, built by Artuqid Sultan Nasreddin Artuk Arslan in the early 13th century, followed by a short break to have tea overlooking the Mesopotamian Plain, where we can take stunning photographs. Afterward, we will shop for famous Mardin coffee and nuts before heading to our hotel.

• Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel. Included in the tour’s cost.
• Lunch: Will be taken in Şanlıurfa. (Extra)
• Dinner: Will be taken at the hotel. Included in the tour’s cost.
• Accommodation Hotel: Mardin/ Anemon Hotel, Raymar Hotel, Yay Grand Hotel, Dedeman Hotel, etc.

Day 4

• Deyrulzafaran Monastery - Dara Ancient City - Midyat - Midyat Guesthouse - Silversmiths Bazaar - Batman - Hasankeyf - Boat Tour - Diyarbakır - Malabadi Bridge
• On the fourth day of the Tour with Dgn Travel for Gap Munzur Ovacık Kemaliye Arapgir Sivas, after having breakfast at the hotel, we will head to Deyrulzafaran Monastery, where the Syriac Orthodox Patriarchs reside. (In case of high demand, the trip to Mor Gabriel Monastery will be organized instead.) The monastery, which presents a live historical view, contains the graves of 52 Syriac Patriarchs. We will visit the Mor Hananyo Church, the House of Saints, Mary Mother Church, and the Sun Temple along with our guide and afterwards take some free time. With a magnificent architecture and dominating the Mardin Plain, Deyrulzafaran Monastery is sure to impress you. After our free time, for those interested, we will continue with a visit to the Dara Ancient City and Beyazsu (extra). Located 30 km southeast of Mardin in the village of Oğuz, Dara Ancient City is one of the most important settlements in Upper Mesopotamia. We will explore the ancient city, consisting of structures carved into the rock and spread over a wide area, guided by our tour leader. After visiting the Dara Ancient City, we will head towards Beyazsu, which springs from the plateau and hills south of Midyat. Located in Mardin's dry and treeless geography, Beyazsu offers a cool and clear water along with trees and greenery where we will take a tea or coffee break.

• After our Dara Ancient City and Beyazsu program, we will embark on our journey to Midyat, a crossroads of religions and languages. In Midyat, we will visit the Midyat Guesthouse, where series like "Sıla," "Hercai," and "Ah, If I Were a Cloud" were filmed. Following this, we will tour the Telkari workshop where you can see the examples of Telkari art developed by Syriac masters throughout the years, and shop for some pieces. After our shopping in the Telkari, we will have free time to stroll among the Historical Midyat Houses. After our free time, we will depart for Hasankeyf.

• Hasankeyf, which has a history dating back 12,000 years, has had a new settlement area built 3 km away due to the completion of the Ilısu Dam. During our visit, we will share in the sadness of Hasankeyf, which has been submerged under water since February 2020. We will see the still magnificent Hasankeyf Castle, the secret water tunnel, the minaret of El Rızık Mosque, and visit caves, followed by free time. After our free time, we will see panoramic views of Batman, where the first oil wells in Turkey are located, as we travel towards Diyarbakır.

• Our first stop in Diyarbakır will be Malabadi Bridge, located within the Silvan borders. Built during the Artuqid period, it is the stone arch bridge with the largest arch opening that has survived to this day. We will take a photo break at Malabadi Bridge. Afterwards, we will proceed to our hotel. Dinner and overnight accommodation will be at the hotel.

• Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel. Included in the tour’s cost.
• Lunch: Will be taken in Midyat. (Extra)
• Dinner: Will be taken at the hotel. Included in the tour’s cost.
• Accommodation Hotel: Diyarbakır/ Anemon Hotel, Sv Business Hotel, Novotel, etc.

Day 5

• Diyarbakır - Cahit Sıtkı Tarancı Museum - Diyarbakır Grand Mosque - Four-Legged Minaret - Mardin Gate - Goat Bastion - Hevsel Gardens - On Gözlü Bridge - The Prophets’ Land Eğil - Ergani - Hazar Lake - Elazığ - Harput Castle - Harput Mansions - Arap Baba Tomb
• On the fifth day of the Tour with Dgn Travel for Gap Munzur Ovacık Kemaliye Arapgir Sivas, after having breakfast at the hotel, we will begin our journey inside the walls made from stone. We will first visit the Cahit Sıtkı Tarancı Museum House, known for the poem “Yaş otuz beş, yolun yarısı eder” (“Age thirty-five, half the road”). If the renovation and maintenance hasn't been completed, the visit may not take place. This beautiful house, designed with seasonal usage areas, will showcase remarkable examples of regional civil architecture. After a short break here, we will tour the Grand Mosque, the first in Anatolia and fifth in the Islamic world, followed by seeing the Four-Legged Minaret, built in 1500 by Akkoyunlu Kasım Bey. Than, we will see the oldest parts of the Diyarbakır walls, the Keçi Bastion, Urfa Gate, and Mardin Gate, known for their 9000-year-old history, as we view them panoramically. Located by the Dicle River, the Hevsel Gardens, which were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2015, will be next up, showcasing its cultural and agricultural significance. We will take some pictures here before heading to On Gözlü Bridge. According to regional custom, during Hıdırellez, locals would write their wishes on a cloth and throw it into the Dicle River from this bridge. We'll have a photo break before heading to Eğil, which is known as the city of prophets.

• Eğil is notable for its connection to nine prophets, including Zülkifl and Elyesa, whose graves are found in the region. It has maintained continuous habitation since the Assyrian period and possesses distinctive historical sites, such as the Kralkızı dam lake, water cisterns, Assyrian castle, and Eğil castle. After some free time to explore the colorful streets and houses, we will set out for Hazar Lake. This tectonic lake, fed by surrounding freshwater sources, offers a refreshing atmosphere in the region. After enjoying free time at Hazar Lake, we will transfer to the city center of Elazığ.

• Elazığ will be our first stop in Harput, where we’ll take a brief tour before discovering the historic Harput Castle, known for being called the Milk Castle. Next, we will visit Harput Grand Mosque, widely recognized as the Leaning Minaret of the East, and the historic Harput houses from the outside. We'll head to Arap Baba Tomb, where we'll listen to the story of Arap Baba. Following this, we’ll visit the Meryem Ana Church, one of the oldest worship sites in Anatolia. After the Harput tour, we will have free time in Elazığ's bazaars. We will meet at the gathering time to return to the hotel for dinner and overnight accommodation.

• Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel. Included in the tour’s cost.
• Lunch: Will be taken in Diyarbakır. (Extra)
• Dinner: Will be taken at the hotel. Included in the tour’s cost.
• Accommodation Hotel: Elazığ/ Park Dedeman Hotel, Double Tree by Hilton Hotel, İlbey Hotel, etc.

Day 6

• Pertek – Keban Dam - Pertek Castle - Hozat – Munzur Springs – Ovacık – Munzur Valley – Tunceli
• On the sixth day of the Tour with Dgn Travel for Gap Munzur Ovacık Kemaliye Arapgir Sivas, after having breakfast at the hotel, we will take a ferry from Elazığ Meşeli to cross Keban Dam to reach Tunceli Pertek. We will catch a panoramic view of Pertek Castle, which has acquired an island appearance due to the dam. We will view the Sungurbey and Çelebi Ağa Mosques, which were saved from the dam waters, in Pertek for information. Afterward, we will continue our journey through Hozat to Ovacık. Ovacık, which can be considered as the flattest area in Tunceli, is surrounded by mountains. Munzur stream flows near the village, and Ovacık welcomes thousands of tourists with its natural beauty along with its agricultural use and the Munzur Springs, where we will visit Munzur Springs and Munzur Baba and provide free time to enjoy. Continuing with the unmatched beauty of Munzur Valley, we will see the Halvori Springs at the origins of the Halvori River. The rich flora, fauna, and biodiversity, blended with a visual feast, promise an unforgettable experience as we conclude our visit to Munzur Valley with the Fatma Ana Shrine.

• After lunching in Tunceli, we will head back to our hotel in Elazığ. Dinner and overnight stay will be provided at our hotel.

• Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel. Included in the tour’s cost.
• Lunch: Will be taken in Tunceli. (Extra)
• Dinner: Will be taken at the hotel. Included in the tour’s cost.
• Accommodation Hotel: Elazığ/ Park Dedeman Hotel, İlbey Hotel, etc.

Day 7

• Keban - Arapgir - Kemaliye – Mani Road - Stone Road – Lökhane – Euphrates River – Dark Canyon – Sivas - Divriği Grand Mosque – Congress Hall – Castle Mosque – Buruciye Medrese – Double Minaret Medrese – Şifahiye Medrese
• On the seventh day of the Tour with Dgn Travel for Gap Munzur Ovacık Kemaliye Arapgir Sivas, after having breakfast at the hotel, we will board our bus to move from Keban to Arapgir. This district will charm you with its adobe and stone houses, elegant streets, and historical texture. After bidding farewell from Arapgir, we will move towards Kemaliye, where Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk once said, "Eğinliler, you are mature people, and therefore I give my name to you." We will see the planned Stone Road that people have created by hand. We will read the sayings displayed on the Mani Road, where women wrote poetry during the Ottoman era expressing their longing for their spouses. We will have some free time in Kemaliye bazaars for shopping local Lök dessert. Then we’ll head towards Divriği via the Stone Road.

• Along the way, we’ll experience the breathtaking sights of the Dark Canyon, formed by the Euphrates River with a depth of 100 meters. Based on the program availability and water levels, guests will have the option to join a Dark Canyon boat tour (extra). After the canyon tour, we will cross the Muhsin Yazıcıoğlu Bridge and arrive in Divriği.

• We will explore Divriği Grand Mosque and Its Hospital, which is a 13th-century Seljuk masterpiece, showcasing how marble has turned into art. It is now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site (subject to the completion of restoration work). Following our tour of Divriği, we will proceed through Kangal on our journey to the Republic City of Sivas. Arriving in Sivas, we will visit the Gök Medrese, built in 1271, and hear the fascinating stories behind the Leaning Minaret of Sivas Grand Mosque. After seeing the Buruciye Medrese, Double Minaret Medrese, and Şifahiye Medrese, our exploration in Sivas continues at the Sivas Square, where we will learn about the Sivas Congress Hall, which was used for many years as a school and then as a congress hall. Bellies full, we will wrap up our visit at Sivas Congress Square with some free time for coffee at our favorite spot. After dinner, our tour comes to an end, and we will begin our journey home.

• Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel. Included in the tour’s cost.
• Lunch: Will be taken in Kemaliye. (Extra)
• Dinner: Will be taken in Sivas. (Extra)
• Accommodation: No overnight stay this evening.

Day 8

• Ankara - Istanbul
• Dear guests, we will arrive in Ankara during the later hours of the night, saying farewell to guests traveling from Ankara and then continuing our journey towards Istanbul. Upon reaching Istanbul, we will drop you off at the points we picked you up from in the morning, parting ways until we meet again at another Dgn Travel organization.