Join YPT, as we travel on one of our signature trips, to Iraqi Kurdistan — a prospective new nation protected by the Peshmerga which was at the forefront of the fight with ISIS until the end of the recent war. Despite its significance and proximity to probably the most important war currently raging, Kurdistan offers not only safety, but beautiful scenery, famed in Middle Eastern literature as a paradise on earth, with more than 3500 archaeological sites, and some of the most friendly and welcoming people on earth.
Our trip begins with either flying in from our Southern Iraq tour or joining us on the Monday by your own means before we head straight off to explore this unique region. The trip takes us to the world’s only Yazidi shrine at Lalish , before heading north to Duhok, the Saddam palace, Amadiya, and then looping around and heading south to Sulamaniyah, and back to UNESCO World Heritage Site, Erbil, checking out lots of cool sights in between.
Whether you are a former Pioneer, or new to us, you can join this trip in a region that is living history.
Thursday 21st October – Erbil
Friday 22nd October – Duhok
Saturday 23rd October – Rawandas
Sunday 24th October – Sulaymaniyah
Monday 25th October – Halabja/Sulaymaniyah
Tuesday 26th October – Sulaymaniyah/Erbil
Wednesday 27th October – Erbil
Want to extend your YPT adventure? Join one of our great tour extensions
– Visa support (if needed)
– Accommodation on twin sharing basis with breakfast
– A/C transport and driver
– English speaking local guide and YPT guide
– Entrance Fees unless otherwise specified
– Visa application fees
– Single Supplement (€280)
– International air tickets to start and from end of tour
– Tips for the local guides and drivers
– Meals
– Any other expenses specified on itinerary
We have expert guides ready to help answer any questions you may have.
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