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Visit the old Basra Shanasheel houses and the bustling fish market, followed by a boat ride on the Shatt al-Arab to see Saddam's sunken yacht. Continue to Qurnah — the Garden of Eden — where the Tigris and Euphrates meet, and visit the iconic Adam's Tree. Later, explore the marshes and enjoy a boat ride through the Euphrates.
Visit the Ziggurat of Ur and the ancient city of Uruk before continuing to Najaf. Explore the Imam Ali Shrine and the vast Wadi Al-Salam Cemetery — one of the largest burial grounds in the world.
Visit the ancient site of Borsippa before exploring Babylon — including Saddam's former palace overlooking the ruins. Travel to Karbala to visit the sacred Imam Hussain and Imam Abbas shrines, two of the most important pilgrimage sites in the region.
Depart for Baghdad and visit the National Museum, home to a remarkable collection of Mesopotamian artifacts. Walk Rasheed Street and the Copper Market, then visit Mutanabbi Street, the historic Shahbandar Teahouse, and Tahrir and Firdaws Squares.
Visit the Abu Dulaf Minaret in Samarra before continuing to Tikrit to see the Speicher Massacre site. The journey then takes you to the ancient city of Hatra — a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its impressive ruins.
Explore Mosul — the Old Market, Fish Market, Al-Nouri Mosque, Al-Tahira Church, Saddam Mosque, and the Assyrian Wall. Then visit the Erbil Bazaar and Erbil Citadel. Iraq-only travellers: transfer to Erbil International Airport for your departure flight. Combo & Kurdistan travellers: check into your hotel in Erbil — this is Kurdistan Day 1.
Visit the Mar Mattai Monastery — one of the oldest Christian monasteries in the region — before continuing to Lalish Temple, the holiest site in the Yazidi faith. The journey then takes you to the historic town of Alqosh.
Visit the historic town of Amadiyah — its mosque, ancient city gate, and the ruins of the Qobahan Madrasa. Continue to Shanidar Cave, an important archaeological site known for its prehistoric discoveries.
Walk the historic Hamilton Road and visit the Bekhal and Gali Ali Beg Waterfalls and the dramatic Rawanduz Gorge. Explore Suli Bazaar and the traditional Shaab Teahouse, followed by a scenic viewpoint from Goyzha Mountain.
Visit the Red Prison — a significant historical site — followed by the Halabja Monument commemorating the tragic chemical attack. Continue to the village of Biara and the beautiful Ahmed-Awa Waterfall.
Visit the scenic Dokan Lake and the historic Koya Caravanserai. In Erbil, explore the vibrant Bazaar, the Citadel area, and the iconic Choli Minaret.
Enjoy breakfast and some free time before transfer to Erbil International Airport for your flight home. We hope to welcome you again on another adventure with Crazy Puffin!
