Discover Iraq: Journey Through the Cradle of Civilization

13 Days / 12 Nights , Discover Iraq: Journey Through the Cradle of Civilization

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

  • Accommodation: 12 nights in 5-star hotels, double room occupancy, with half-board meals.
  • Transportation: Air-conditioned bus for all transfers and excursions as per the program.
  • Guided Tours: Professional English/German-speaking guide for the entire tour.
  • Entrance Fees: Admission tickets to all listed sites and attractions in the itinerary.
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Day 1

  • Arrival in Basra, check-in at the hotel, short rest.
  • Visit the old markets on Al-Kuwait Street and Al-Shanasheel Street.
  • Lunch, followed by a boat trip on Shatt Al-Arab to view Saddam Hussein’s palaces and yacht.
  • Evening at AL-Nakheel Resort and free tour on Al-Jazaer Street.
  • Return to the hotel and overnight.

Day 2

  • Breakfast, then depart for Al-Qurna to see where the Tigris and Euphrates meet.
  • Visit Adam’s Tree, then proceed to Al-Chibayish for a marshes boat ride, Martyr Monument, and Mudhif Houses.
  • Lunch at a Mudhif house (Masgouf meal), then drive to Al-Nasiriyah.
  • Free time on Al-Habbobi Street and old markets. Overnight stay.

Day 3

  • Early departure to visit Ur (Ziggurat of Ur and Royal Cemetery).
  • Continue to Samawah to explore Uruk and the Temple of Gareus.
  • Transfer to Al-Najaf, hotel check-in, and overnight stay.

Day 4

  • Full-day tour of Najaf and Kufa, starting at 9:00 AM.
  • Visit Wadi AL-Salam Cemetery, Kufa Mosque, and the House of Imam Ali.
  • Explore Imam Ali Shrine and the Bazaar of Imam Ali.
  • Return to the hotel in Najaf for overnight stay.

Day 5

  • Early departure for Karbala to see Al-Tar Caves, Ukhaidir Fortress, and remains of Al-Aqaiser Church.
  • Hotel check-in, followed by visits to Imam Hussein and Al-Abbas shrines.
  • Free tour of old markets and the historic city. Overnight stay in Karbala.

Day 6

  • Depart for Babil, visiting the Ziggurat of Borsippa and Kish ruins.
  • Continue to Babylon ruins to see the Ishtar Gate, Lion of Babylon, Babylonian Theater, and Saddam’s palace.
  • Transfer to Baghdad and overnight stay.

Day 7

  • Begin at 8:30 AM with visits to the Baghdadi Museum, National Museum, Al-Mustansiriyah School, Qishlah, Al-Mutanabbi Street, and Safareen Market.
  • Enjoy a Tigris River cruise. Overnight in Baghdad.

Day 8

  • Visit Imam Al-Khadim, Abo Hanifa, Saving Iraqi Culture monument, Khahramana Square, Aladdin’s Lamp, Sharazad and Sharyar statues, Abo Nuwas Street, Al-Mansoor Mall, and Ctesiphon.
  • Overnight stay in Baghdad.

Day 9

  • Depart for Samarra to see the Spiral Minaret, then continue to Hatra.
  • Travel to Mosul for dinner and free evening tour if time permits.
  • Overnight stay in Mosul.

Day 10

  • Visit Nouri Mosque and destroyed parts of Mosul, Nineveh wall, Nirkal Gate, and Bashtabi Castle.
  • Continue to Der Mar Mattai and Duhok.
  • Explore Duhok markets, have dinner, and overnight stay.

Day 11

  • Depart at 9:00 AM to visit Eneshki Cave Resort, Amadi, and Korek Mountain.
  • Overnight stay near Korek Mountain.

Day 12

  • After breakfast, visit Death Valley and Hamilton Road.
  • Continue to Shaqlawa for free time in the market, then transfer to Erbil for an overnight stay.

Day 13

  • Free time in Erbil with an optional visit to Erbil Castle and surrounding markets.
  • Departure from Erbil Airport according to flight schedule.

DATES AND PRICE

  • Tour Price : $3,900 USD per person
  • Departure Dates:
    • February 5, 2025
    • April 8, 2025
    • May 6, 2025
    • September 26, 2025
    • October 21, 2025
    • November 18, 2025
    • December 4, 2025