Join this private daily excursion from Diyarbakir and discover Mardin, one of the most atmospheric cities in southeastern Turkey. Perched on a hillside overlooking the Mesopotamian plains, Mardin is famous for its honey-coloured stone houses, centuries-old religious monuments and labyrinthine lanes that have earned it a place on the UNESCO World Heritage List. This full-day Mardin day trip combines the city's greatest landmarks with a visit to the historic town of Midyat, all in the company of a professional English-speaking guide.
Your day tour begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel in Diyarbakir, followed by a comfortable drive to Mardin in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle. The first visit is Kasimiye Madrasa, a 15th-century complex whose serene courtyard and domed halls once served as a centre of learning. From there, the guided walk continues through the heart of the old city: the Ulu Mosque with its distinctive minaret, the elegant Hatuniye and Zinciriye madrasas, and the bustling Grand Bazaar where coppersmiths still practise their traditional craft.
One of the highlights of this daily tour is Deyrulzafaran Monastery, located just outside the city. For centuries it served as the seat of the Syriac Orthodox Patriarchate, and its ancient chapels and underground chambers offer a fascinating glimpse into the region's deep Christian heritage. Throughout the day your guide brings Mardin's layered history to life, from its Artuqid rulers to its multicultural present.
In the afternoon, the Mardin day trip continues with a roughly 40-minute drive to Midyat, another gem of the Tur Abdin region. Here you will see the celebrated Midyat guest house, a beautiful stone mansion often used as a filming location, before enjoying free time among the town's famous silversmiths – an ideal opportunity to shop for handcrafted souvenirs such as filigree jewellery. At the end of the day you are transferred back to your hotel in Diyarbakir.
Practical notes: This is a relaxed, fully guided private tour suitable for travellers aged 12 and above. All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary are included. Lunches and personal expenses are not included, so you may wish to bring some extra money for meals and shopping. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for exploring Mardin's sloping stone streets.
| Tour type | Private · day tour |
|---|---|
| Duration | Full Day |
| Price | From €285 per person |
| Departures | Every day |
| Guide | Licensed guide in your language |
| Stops | 3 |
| Entrance fees | Included |
| Booking | Instant request online, confirmation within 24 hours · TÜRSAB-licensed operator (A-5751) |
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Diyarbakir – Mardin City Tour – Midyat – Diyarbakir Your day begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel in Diyarbakir, after which you set off by comfortable, fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle towards Mardin. On arrival, the guided city tour starts at Kasimiye Madrasa, the first stop of the day, a beautiful medieval theological school overlooking the Mesopotamian plains. The programme continues with visits to the Mardin Ulu Mosque, the historic Hatuniye Madrasa and the Zinciriye Madrasa, before you explore the Mardin Grand Bazaar and the famous Bakırcılar (coppersmiths') Bazaar. Accompanied by your professional English-speaking guide, you then stroll through the unique stone streets of old Mardin, which are inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, and visit the Mardin city museum area before heading to Deyrulzafaran Monastery, the ancient Syriac Orthodox monastery just outside the city. Once the Mardin sightseeing is complete, you travel onwards to Midyat, a journey of approximately 40 minutes. The first stop here is the well-known Midyat guest house, followed by free time at the Midyat silversmiths, where you can browse traditional filigree work and shop for souvenirs. Afterwards you return towards Mardin and, at the end of the tour, you are transferred back to your hotel in Diyarbakir, bringing this memorable full-day excursion to a close.
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