Tour Overview
Discover the allure of Mersin Province in southern Turkey, located on the Mediterranean coast, through a comprehensive tour that delves into its rich culture, delicious cuisine, and fascinating history. Join us for an exciting City Tour & Cooking Class and be captivated by all that Mersin has to offer.
Highlights
- Tarsus Grand Mosque, Church of St.Paul, St.Paul's Well, Cooking Class, Shopping.
Itinerary
Upon your arrival at Adana Airport in Turkey, you will be greeted by a TSG team who will assist you with your transfer to your hotel for check-in. You will receive your room key and be given the remainder of the day to explore the city of Adana at your leisure. Enjoy an overnight stay in Adana.
Please remember that you can spend the night with one of TSG's optional tours: the Turkish Bath Tour or Historical City Tour.
(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 will also see the St. Paul Church Museum, the Tarsus Ulu Camii (Tarsus Grand Mosque), and the Tarsus Roman Ancient Road. Along the way, we will take a tea break at the Tarsus Waterfall and take a closer look at the historic houses of Tarsus, including those that have been restored with the help of Paul Well. 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. At lunch, we will have the chance to sample some of Mersin's delicious cuisine, including Tantuni, the local specialty. Overnight in Mersin.
(Breakfast and Lunch included)
We will begin our day by picking you up from your hotel and taking you to a local restaurant for a cooking class led by the restaurant's chef. You can get all the details you need about the dishes and ingredients from our guide. Together with the chef, you will prepare lunch using traditional Mersin Cuisine dishes such as tantuni, desserts, and salads. After lunch, you will have free time in the city center for shopping before returning to your hotel. Overnight in Mersin.
Please remember that you can spend the rest of the day with one of TSG's optional tours: the Turkish Bath Tour or Mamure Fortress Tour.
(Breakfast included)
One of TSG's adventures comes to an end after breakfast. However, you can sign up to take advantage of TSG credits, and this is the best way to snag credits and use them for your next trips as a discount, as well as to hear about the hot deals according to your interests.
Trip includes
Included
3 nights hotel in Mersin Ramada Hotel
Please Note: If the above hotels are not available we will provide the similar category hotels.
Professional English - speaking tour guides
Guiding Method
Fully guided
3 breakfasts
2 lunches
Transportation in a fully air - conditioned, non - smoking coach
Arrival transfer from Adana Airport
Return transfer to Adana airport
Guided Mersin City Tour
Guided Cooking Lesson & Shopping Tour
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
Excluded
International Flights
Domestic Flights
• Insurance
City tax
Turkey entry visa
Personal expenses: Extras at hotel or additional meals
Tipping: Tips for guides and drivers
Insurance: All types
Any others expenses which are not mentioned in the "included" section
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