ADANA-TARSUS-MERSİN CULTURE AND GOURMET TOUR
Marmaris - Fethiye
12-14.05.2025

Description

Get ready to discover the unique cultural and gastronomic riches of the Mediterranean and Southeastern Anatolia! In this tour, you will have an unforgettable experience from the legendary cuisine of Adana to the mystical history of Tarsus, from the magnificent mosaics of Gaziantep to the handcrafted bazaars. You will encounter flavor, history and culture at every step; you will walk on authentic streets and witness legends. A discovery that appeals to both your palate and your soul awaits you on this enjoyable journey. If you are ready, let's embark on this unique adventure together!

TOUR PROGRAM:

DAY 1: MARMARIS-BODRUM AIRPORT TRANSFER-BODRUM-ADANA FLIGHT- TASTE BREAKS-PANORAMIC CITY TOUR AND EXCURSIONS-ATATURK HOUSE MUSEUM-CINEMA MUSEUM--KAZANCILAR MARKET-HOTEL

We will meet our authorized person at our meeting place at Eşref Girginç Park (across from LC Waikiki) on Monday, May 12, 2025 at 06:30 and set off for Bodrum Airport to board the 11:25 Bodrum - Adana (Pegasus PC 3621) flight. After completing our ticket procedures, we take our seats on the plane and reach Adana after a flight of approximately one and a half hours. After meeting at our vehicle at the airport, we will start our tour program. First, we have a local lunch break at a restaurant to taste the famous flavors of Adana and start our gourmet explorations. After lunch, we take a panoramic Adana city tour. We see important symbols of the city such as the Seyhan River and the Stone Bridge. Then, we visit the Adana Atatürk House Museum. This historical mansion, built in the late 19th century, is known as the place where Mustafa Kemal Atatürk stayed during his visits to Adana, and inside, Atatürk's belongings and documents from the period are exhibited. After the museum visit, we visit the Adana Cinema Museum. In this museum, which was created in memory of important artists that Adana brought to the world of cinema, we examine the photographs, works of Yılmaz Güney, Şener Şen and other famous names and documents on the history of cinema. Then, we visit the Ulu Mosque, Ramazanoğlu Madrasah and Ramazanoğlu Mansion. Built in 1541 during the Ramazanoğulları Principality, the Ulu Mosque reflects an impressive synthesis of Ottoman and Mamluk architecture. The Ramazanoğlu Madrasah, located right next to it, draws attention as one of the pre-Ottoman educational centers. Ramazanoğlu Mansion, located in the same region, is visited as an important structure that bears the architectural features of the period. We continue our tour with the Grand Clock Tower and Kazancılar Bazaar. The Grand Clock Tower, built in 1882 and the highest clock tower in Turkey, is considered one of the most important symbols of Adana. We take our group photo here and then give free time in Kazancılar Bazaar. Guests who wish can shop in the bazaar where there are coppersmiths, handicrafts and local souvenirs or experience the atmosphere of the historical bazaar. At the last stop of our tour, we see the Sabancı Central Mosque from a panoramic view. This structure, one of the largest mosques in Turkey, attracts attention with its modern architecture and magnificent appearance. We also offer you our options for you to experience gourmet flavors in our dinner. After a first day full of both cultural and gastronomic aspects, we go to our Adana hotel. You can rest after your check-in procedures. (ADANA ACCOMMODATION) 4*Hotel Şenbayrak City

DAY 2: ADANA ARCHEOLOGY MUSEUM-TARSUS JOURNEY-HISTORICAL TARSUS HOUSES-ST. PAUL'S WELL-ST. PAUL'S CHURCH-TARSUS LOCAL LUNCH-KIRKKAŞIK BEDESTENI AND FREE TIME-GAZİANTEP JOURNEY-HOTEL

After having breakfast at our hotel, we meet our guide and captain in our vehicle. We start the day at the Adana Archeology Museum. In this museum, which is one of the oldest museums in Turkey, we examine archeological artifacts that shed light on the thousands of years of history of the region. After seeing the findings from the Hittite, Roman and Ottoman periods, we depart for Tarsus.

When we arrive in Tarsus, we first explore the Historical Tarsus Houses. We feel the historical texture of Tarsus closely with its traditional stone structures, bay windows and narrow streets. Then, we visit the St. We visit Paul's Well. Since the water in this area, which is thought to be the house where St. Paul was born, is considered sacred, many visitors come here to pray. After this, we go to St. Paul's Church. This church, built in the 1850s, draws attention with its historical frescoes and architecture. After visiting the church, we take a break for a Tarsus local lunch. Local delicacies include hummus, cezerye, turnip juice and Tarsus kebab. After lunch, we visit Kırkkaşık Bedesten and have the opportunity to discover Tarsus' handicrafts, spices and local products. We can shop here in the free time given or have a tea and coffee break. Then we head to Gaziantep. After a pleasant journey, we arrive in Gaziantep and settle in our hotel. We join the local Sıra Gecesi program in the evening with our guests who wish. We spend a pleasant evening experiencing the most special flavors of Antep cuisine accompanied by live music. (GAZİANTEP ACCOMMODATION) 4* SAFİR HOTEL

DAY 3: ZEUGMA MOSAIC MUSEUM-14 MARTYRS MONUMENT-ANTEP CASTLE-HAMA AND KITCHEN MUSEUMS-MONEY MUSEUM-TASTE BREAK-COPPERS MARKET-ALMAZI MARKET-TAHMIS COFFEE-AIRPORT TRANSFER-ANTEP-İZMİR FLIGHT-İZMİR-MARMARIS TRANSFER

After having breakfast at our hotel in the morning, we complete our check-out procedures and meet our guide in our vehicle. We start the day with the Zeugma Mosaic Museum. In this place, which is one of the largest mosaic museums in the world, we examine the unique mosaics from the Roman period and see the impressive details of the Gypsy Girl mosaic up close. Then we go to the 14 Martyrs Monument. We receive a brief information at this monument built in memory of the people of Antep who fought heroically against the French occupation. Then we see the panoramic Antep Castle. This historical structure, which has stood for centuries, sheds light on Gaziantep's defensive past.
Our tour continues with the Hamam Museum. In this museum, which reflects the Ottoman hamam culture, we have the opportunity to examine traditional hamam rituals and the items used. Then we visit the Emine Göğüş Kitchen Museum. In this museum, which introduces the rich heritage of Gaziantep cuisine, we learn about the most important dishes and kitchen utensils of the region. Afterwards, we visit the Money Museum and discover the money collection from the Ottoman period to the present day and details about the history of trade.
We experience the local Antep cuisine at lunch. We taste famous Antep flavors such as Küşleme, Ali Nazik kebab, and pistachio katmer. After dinner, we go to the Coppersmiths' Bazaar. We feel the authentic atmosphere of the city by wandering among handcrafted copper products and souvenirs. Then we visit the Almacı Market and discover Antep's spices, nuts and local products. From here, we go to the Historical Tahmis Coffee House and take a short break with Pistachio coffee. After a pleasant rest with tea, coffee or dessert, guests who wish can shop or explore the city individually in the free time given.

After the free time, we meet at the time and point announced by our guide and depart for Gaziantep Airport to catch our May 14 Antep-İzmir (Sun Express XQ9229) flight. After our flight, we set off for Marmaris with our transfer vehicle waiting for us in İzmir. We complete our enjoyable tour upon our arrival in Marmaris and say goodbye with the hope of seeing you on other trips at the points we met.
NOTE: Our company cannot be held responsible for flight time changes that may occur due to airline companies. In such cases, our company reserves the right to make changes to the tour program.

GENERAL CONDITIONS
**Child discounts are valid when staying with two adults.
**The seating arrangement in our vehicle is determined by seat numbers, and the seat number is automatically assigned after the first payment. If you have any concerns about seat numbers, please contact us.
**The type of vehicle that will go on the tour (minibus, midibus or bus) is determined according to the final number of participants. Our company assigns the most suitable vehicle to carry out the tour depending on the demand.

**The seating arrangement in our vehicle is determined by seat numbers, the seat number is automatically assigned after the first payment. If you have a sensitivity about the seat number, please contact us.

**The type of vehicle (minibus, midibus or bus) is determined according to the final number of participants. Depending on the demand, our company assigns the most suitable vehicle to realize the tour.

**Our guide has the right to make changes to the program and routes, provided that all visits are carried out, taking into account conditions that may affect the course of the trip, such as weather and road conditions.
**In case of physical conditions that make a visit impossible (road, weather, natural disaster etc.), our agency cannot be held responsible for the failure to take place.

** Our company cannot be held responsible for flight time changes that may occur due to airline companies. In such cases, our company reserves the right to make changes to the tour program.

** Our company cannot be held responsible for extra costs that may occur in case of flight time changes.

**Child discounts are valid for accommodation with two adults.

**The prices given are early booking period prices and will be valid for reservations to be made until April 10, 2025. After April 10, 2025, the fee will change to 15990.00 TL (per person in a double room).

**You can benefit from these prices by pre-registering with a deposit payment of 4990.00 TL per person during the first reservation.

Policy & Terms

**Çocuk indirimleri, iki yetişkin ile birlikte konaklama durumunda geçerli olmaktadır. **Verilen fiyatlar erken rezervasyon dönemi fiyatları olup, 10 Nisan 2025 tarihine kadar yapılacak olan rezervasyonlar için geçerli olacaktır. 10 Nisan 2025 sonrası ücret 15990,00 TL (iki kişilik odada kişi başı) olarak değişecektir. **İlk rezervasyon esnasında kişi başı 4990,00 TL kaparo ödemesi ile ön kayıt yaptırıp bu fiyatlardan yararlanabilirsiniz.


Payment Options

Credit Card -

Days : 3 | Nights : 2


Includes


  • Travel Insurance
  • Transportation with comfortable vehicle
  • Koral Tourism guidance service
  • Transportation service with experienced drivers
  • In-car refreshments
  • 2 nights bed and breakfast accommodation in 4 star hotels (open buffet breakfast)
  • Airport transfers (Marmaris-Bodrum, Izmir-Marmaris)
  • Flight tickets: Bodrum-Adana, Gaziantep-Izmir

Exclusions


  •     Drinks taken at all meals    
  •     Entrance fees to museums and ruins (Guests with a museum card are recommended to bring it with them, guests over the age of 65 can enter museums and ruins under the Ministry of Culture free of charge)    
  •     Personal expenses (phone, minibar, etc.)    
  •     Meals and drinks excluding hotel accommodation concept    
  •     Opsiyonel turlar (Gaziantep Sıra Gecesi)    
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