GAP Tour from Istanbul — 4 Nights 5 Days with Turkish Airlines · Şanlıurfa, Mardin

About GAP Tour from Istanbul — 4 Nights 5 Days with Turkish Airlines · Şanlıurfa, Mardin

This package tour starts with Turkish Airlines flights from Istanbul and lasts 4 nights 5 days. Accommodation is in Şanlıurfa, Mardin, Diyarbakır and Gaziantep. Departure dates and availability are provided via WhatsApp. The per-person price starts at ₺26.599; the exact amount is sent via WhatsApp according to the selected date and hotel. The price for children aged 2–11 starts at ₺21.199. A ₺5.900 supplement applies to guests wishing to stay in a single room. The tour is listed under the Accommodation with Flights Gap Tour Accommodation Option (Bed & Breakfast) category. The price includes round-trip airfare, 3 nights of Half Board accommodation at hotels, 1 night of Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Şanlıurfa, 4 open-buffet or set-menu breakfasts at hotels, 3 open-buffet or set-menu dinners, and sightseeing excursions. Entrance fees to museums, archaeological sites, national parks and private museums specified in the itinerary, breakfast on the first day, dinner on the last day, drinks with meals, and lunches are not included in the package.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Gaziantep – Şanlıurfa

The meeting point is the international departures terminal at Istanbul Airport. You are advised to arrive at least three hours before departure. Depart for Şanlıurfa on Turkish Airlines flight TK2242 (departure 06:25, arrival 08:25). After leaving the airport, enjoy a panoramic city tour. Later in the day, visit Ayn Zeliha Lake. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are at your own expense. Overnight at a hotel in Şanlıurfa. During your free time, you can explore the area around Balıklıgöl independently.

Day 2 — Şanlıurfa – Mardin

After breakfast, the day unfolds along the route from Şanlıurfa to Mardin. The itinerary includes visits to Deyrulzafaran Monastery, Mor Gabriel Monastery, the ancient city of Dara, the Temple of the Sun and the Church of the Virgin Mary. Breakfast and dinner are included in the package; lunch is at your own expense. Overnight stay at a hotel in Mardin.

Day 3 — Mardin – Diyarbakır

After breakfast, the day is spent traveling from Mardin to Diyarbakır. A stop is made at Malabadi Bridge along the way. Breakfast and dinner are included in the package; lunch is at guests' own expense. Overnight stay at a hotel in Diyarbakır.

Day 4 — Diyarbakır – Gaziantep

After breakfast, continue the day with a journey from Diyarbakır to Gaziantep. Along the way, you will see Cendere Bridge, Nissibi Bridge and the Dam Lake. Breakfast and dinner are included in the program; lunch is at your own expense. Overnight stay at a hotel in Gaziantep.

Day 5 — Gaziantep – Istanbul

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and transfer to the airport. Return to Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK2235 (departure 20:45, arrival 22:45). The day’s visits include the Zeugma Mosaic Museum, Yemeniciler Bazaar, Bakırcılar Bazaar, Sedefçiler Bazaar, the ancient city of Zeugma, and Gaziantep Castle. During your free time, you can visit one of Gaziantep’s famous baklava shops at your own expense.

Transport Information

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Southeastern Anatolia (GAP) tour take?

The tour is 4 nights 5 days. Accommodation in Şanlıurfa, Mardin, Diyarbakır, Gaziantep on a bed & breakfast basis.

Which cities does the tour cover?

The itinerary consists of Şanlıurfa, Gaziantep, Mardin, and Diyarbakır stops. The day-by-day program is detailed in the "Program" section of the tour page.

What is included in the tour price?

Round-trip flight ticket; 3 Nights Half Board accommodation at hotels; 1 Night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Şanlıurfa; 4 open-buffet or set-menu breakfasts at hotels; 3 open-buffet or set-menu dinners at hotels; sightseeing tours; guide services.

What is not included in the tour price?

All museum, archaeological site, national park, private museum, and similar entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary; breakfast on the first day as specified in the itinerary; dinner on the last day as specified in the itinerary; drinks served with all meals; lunches; dinner on the overnight stay in Şanlıurfa; all personal expenses; all activities listed as optional excursions; Museum Pass (required for entry to museums affiliated with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism).

Which airline are the flights with, and what are the flight times?

Flights are operated by Turkish Airlines. Outbound: TK2242 06:25 Istanbul Airport – 08:25 Şanlıurfa; Return: TK2235 20:45 Gaziantep – 22:45 Istanbul Airport. Flight times may be changed by the airline; the confirmed times will be shared in the pre-tour information.

Which hotels are used for accommodation, can I choose the hotel?

Accommodation is in the Flight-Included GAP Tour Accommodation Option category. A ₺5,900 supplement applies for those wishing to stay in a single room.

Are meals included in the price?

Accommodation is based on a Bed & Breakfast concept. Lunches and dinners are at guests' own expense.

Are there child and infant rates?

Prices for children aged 2–11 start at ₺21.199, and prices for infants aged 0–1 are ₺999. Guests aged 12 and over pay the adult price. The exact amount will be shown during the booking process based on your selected date.

On which dates are departures available?

Departure dates, prices for each date, and availability are provided via WhatsApp; you can inquire using the WhatsApp button on the page.

Is the price per person, is there a single room supplement?

The advertised price is per person in a double room and varies depending on the selected date, starting from ₺26,599. A single supplement of ₺5,900 applies for solo travelers.