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8-Day Iraq Tour: Cultural and Historical Sites

8 Days / 7 Nights

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Overview

This immersive 8-day tour of Iraq explores the country’s cultural and historical heritage. You’ll visit major landmarks, including ancient ruins, historical markets, holy sites, and experience traditional Iraqi hospitality. Highlights include the Liberation Square, Al-Mutanabbi Street, Ziggurat of Ur, and the breathtaking Marshes of Iraq.

Day 1 | Baghdad

  • Activities: Arrival at Baghdad Airport, pickup and transfer to hotel.
  • Notes: No tours scheduled for this day.
  • Overnight: Baghdad

    • Day 2 | Baghdad

  • Activities:
    • Depart from hotel for a full-day city tour.
    • Liberation Square - Historic site of marches and uprisings.
    • Tigris River Boat Trip - Scenic short boat ride.
    • Al-Mutanabbi Street - Cultural market for books and literature.
    • Abbasid Palace - Historic architectural site.
    • Old Bazaar & Copper Market - Traditional shopping experience.
    • Al-Shabander Cafe - Enjoy traditional Iraqi tea and Dried lime tea.
    • Ctesiphon - Ancient ruin visit.
  • Evening Activity: Visit Karada Market for nightlife, cafes, and street food.
  • Overnight: Baghdad

    • Day 3 | Karbala and Babylon

  • Activities:
    • Depart Baghdad for Karbala, visiting Martyr Monument (if open).
    • Tour Babylon - Visit ancient ruins, Hanging Gardens, Saddam Palace.
    • Imam Abbas Shrine - Tomb of Al-Abbas B. Imam Ali.
    • Imam Hussein Shrine - Tomb of Imam Hussein.
  • Meals: Stop for lunch and dinner in local restaurants.
  • Overnight: Karbala

    • Day 4 | Najaf and Ur

  • Activities:
    • Visit Wadi-us-Salaam Cemetery - World’s largest cemetery.
    • Drive to Nasiriyah.
    • Visit Ziggurat of Ur - An ancient Mesopotamian structure.
  • Overnight: Nasiriyah

    • Day 5 | Marshes of Iraq - Baghdad

  • Activities:
    • Explore the Marshes of Iraq with a boat ride through the wetlands.
    • Meet local Marsh Arabs and enjoy Masgouf (grilled fish) for lunch.
    • Return to Baghdad.
  • Overnight: Baghdad

    • Day 6 | Samarra - Mosul

  • Activities:
    • Visit Samarra Spiral Minaret (alternative site: Abu Dalaf mosque).
    • Hatra - Ancient fortified city and caravan capital.
    • Continue to Mosul for an overnight stay.
  • Overnight: Mosul

    • Day 7 | Mosul - Baghdad

  • Activities:
    • Tour Bash Tapia Castle and Old City of Mosul.
    • See the Assyrian Wall in Nineveh.
    • Drive back to Baghdad.
  • Overnight: Baghdad

    • Day 8 | Baghdad

    Activities: Airport transfer for departure.

    Highlights

  • Key historic and cultural locations across Iraq.
  • Scenic boat trips on the Tigris River and in the Marshes.
  • Authentic experiences in markets and traditional Iraqi cafes.
  • Visits to religious sites and famous ancient ruins.

    • Inclusion

  • Accommodation: 7 nights at designated hotels, breakfast included.
    • Baghdad: Shanashel Hotel or similar
    • Karbala: AwladAl Hasan Hotel
    • Nasiriyah: Somerion Hotel
    • Mosul: Modern Plaza
  • Transportation:
    • Airport transfers and all intra-tour transport by car.
  • Guide: Full-time English-speaking guide.
  • Team Fees: Accommodations and fees for team members outside Baghdad.
  • Amenities:
    • Drinking water supply during the trip.
    • Abaya provided for female visitors at holy sites.

    • Exclusion
  • Visa Requirements: Visa fees (around $80 per person).
  • Entry Fees: Monument entry fees ($20 per site).
  • Dining: Meals (except for designated included meals), including dining in Marshes ($20 per person).
  • Flights: International and domestic flights.
  • Insurance: Personal insurance coverage not included.
  • Personal Expenses: Spiritual drinks, shisha, extra meals, etc.
    • Information

  • Visa on Arrival is available for specific countries (USA, Canada, UK, EU, China, Russia, Australia) with an $80 fee.
  • Non-Visa on Arrival Countries require:
    • Invitation letter from the Ministry of Interior (takes 15 business days).
    • Document submission (passport copy and personal photo with white background).

    • Policy

  • Additional locations requested by guests may incur extra charges.
  • Guests are required to adhere to scheduled times for all activities.
  • The tour company is not liable for:
    • Temporary closure of sites due to government or security issues.
    • Delays caused by checkpoints, road closures, or protests.
  • The tour schedule may be modified due to traffic, security, or other circumstances.

    • Notes

  • Additional fees apply for boat trips in the Marshes.
  • Spiritual beverages and smoking are not provided or permitted on the tour.

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