Mersin Historical Tour Package – 4 Days
Highlights
- ✓Pickup & drop-off from Adana Airport with hotel accommodation in Mersin
- ✓Explore the ancient city of Tarsus – St. Paul Church, Ulu Mosque, Roman Road
- ✓Discover Kanlidivane, a Roman-era sinkhole city wrapped in legend
- ✓Visit the mystical Kizkalesi and admire its castle on the sea
- ✓Walk through the ruins of Pompeipolis, once a Roman stronghold
- ✓Ddescend into the dramatic Cennet & Cehennem Caves
- ✓Enjoy authentic Mersin cuisine including the famous Tantuni
- ✓Experience the warmth and hospitality of the local people
Overview
Explore the rich heritage and captivating landscapes of Mersin with this 4-day historical tour. Begin your journey from Adana Airport and dive into the ancient past of Tarsus, the birthplace of St. Paul. Visit iconic landmarks such as the Tarsus Roman Road, St. Paul Church, Ulu Mosque, and the mystical Kanlidivane ruins. Wander through Pompeipolis, once a thriving Roman city, and marvel at the legendary Cennet & Cehennem (Heaven & Hell) Caves. This tour blends culture, archaeology, and natural beauty for a truly unforgettable experience on the Mediterranean coast.
Route
Itinerary
Meet at the Adana Airport and transfer to your hotel. You will be given your room key and the rest of the day is yours to explore Mersin. Overnight in Mersin
(Breakfast and Lunch included)
Today, we will take a City Tour of Mersin, visiting several historical sites
such as the Gozlukule Mound, the first settlement of Tarsus, and various
lodging and dwelling points from the past. We'll also visit Tarsus Ulu Camii
(Tarsus Grand Mosque), the St. Paul Church Museum, and the Tarsus Roman Ancient
Road. Along the way, we'll stop for tea at the Tarsus Waterfall and get a
closer look at some of Tarsus's historic homes, including some that Paul Well
helped restore. As we tour the city, you will get a chance to experience the
friendliness and hospitality of the locals. Next, we will visit Kanlidivane
(Kantelis) Ancient City, known for its red soil and a legend of criminals being
thrown into a sinkhole during Roman times. We will have the opportunity to
sample some of Mersin's delectable food, including the regional speciality
Tantuni, at lunch. Overnight in Mersin.
(Breakfast included)
Pick up from your hotel. First depart to the ruins of the ancient Greek city of
Soli, which was renamed by Roman General Pompey as Pompeipolis is within
Mezitli. Soli was the dominion of Rhodes, Persian Empire (Achaemenids),
Macedonian Empire, Seleucid Empire, Roman Empire and its successor Byzantine
Empire. After visiting, Kizkalesi is an important settlement area under the
control of Selevkos, Romans, Byzantines, Seljuks, Armenians, French (Kingdom of
Cyprus), Karamanli and Ottomans in history. Then we will visit to Cennet –
Cehennem (Heaven – hell) Caves, They are natural caves, very deep caves that
attract historical and touristic interest. It is called Heaven Column and Hell
Pit. return to hotel. Overnight in Mersin.
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast check out from your hotel and transfer to Adana Airport for
your flight back home. We hope you have enjoyed our 4 Day Mersin Tour. We hope
this was a memorable tour for you and looking forward to see you again on
another tour of ours. Thank you for joining us.
What's included
- ✓Accommodation
- ✓Guide
- ✓Meals
- ✓Transport
- ✓Other included
- ✓Hygiene protocol
Not included
- ✕Flights
- ✕Insurance
- ✕Other not included
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