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Iraq Treasures of the South Cultural DiscoveryJourney to the Cradle of Civilization from Ancient Babylon to Baghdad
Journey to the Cradle of Civilization from Ancient Babylon to Baghdad
Visiting Iraq is a journey into the cradle of human civilization. Roam Mesopotamia, the land between the rivers of Euphrates and Tigris, and thread in the footsteps of the world's earliest civilizations. Start in Baghdad, the present-day capital of Iraq, and explore ancient Babylon - home of Mesopotamian kings. Climb the Ziggurat of Ur, believed to be the birthplace of Abraham, and boat through the dreamy Tigris marshlands. Visit Uruk, the world's first city, and discover Najaf and Karbala, centers of the Shia faith. Powered by Arabic coffee or tea, travel back to the very beginnings of the world as we know it.
- Explore the ancient town of Samarra and marvel at the Arch of Ctesiphon
- Climb to the top of the 4,000-year-old Ziggurat of Ur at UNESCO-listed Ur
- Boat through the Mesopotamian Marshes, a dreamy landscape dotted with lakeside villages -- the Venice of Mesopotamia!
Arrive:
Baghdad, Iraq
Depart:
Basra, Iraq
Price: from $6,795
Duration:
10 Days
Departures:
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Group Size:
4-14 Guests
Min Age:
16 yrs
Activity:
This cultural discovery adventure includes 4 to 6 hours of sightseeing each day. You need to be in good physical condition and able to walk comfortably for this length of time.
Learn more here.