A Full Day Cultural and Historical Tour in Baghdad,

Language Arabic, English
Cost 150 USD for tour/excursion
Capacity Group of up to 4 people
Duration 10 hours

A Full Day Cultural and Historical Tour in Baghdad, exploring its heritage and cultural sites and experiencing the daily life in its old quarters

* Our tour commences at the Iraqi Museum, immersing ourselves in ancient Mesopotamian antiquities.

* The tour continues with a captivating walking tour through the old quarters of Baghdad, visiting al-Mutanabbi Book Market street—an intellectual haven.

* Mustansiriyah Madrasah, one of the earliest universities in the world.

* A stop at the century-old Shabandar Cafe for a glass of lime tea, a speciality in Baghdad.

* Our path leads to the Abbasid Palace on the Tigris river bank with its beautiful ornamental designs and carvings.

* Another century-old juice shop that serves refreshing raisin juice which was visited by Iraqi kings and presidents.

* A walk in Khan Al Mudallal Antique Market shops.

* A boat tour on the Tigris river follows.

* Lunch at an old Baghdadi restaurant offering Kubba, a dumpling-like Iraqi dish.

* Strolling through bustling bazaars of Copper Market, Stationery Market and Clothing Market.

* A walk through historical Rashid Street, the center of Baghdad in the past century, seeing several important old mosques and buildings.

* Visiting Firdos Square where Saddam bronze statue was pulled down.

* Marvel at the Martyr Monument, a blue split dome built as a memorial for the fallen Iraqi soldiers and officers.

* We end the tour at the iconic Freedom Monument.

The tour includes:

- Experienced tour guide with a deep interest in Iraq’s history.

- Modern car and a private driver for transportation.

- A pre-trip video call to explain the details of the trip and to learn basic Iraqi phrases and cultural practices.

It doesn’t include:

- Accommodation.

- Entry fees.

- Meals.

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