Noon
Departure from Ankara train station
Evening
Exclusive dinner & performances on the train
Night
Non-stop music on the main stage & overnight stay on the train (in two-person sleeper compartments)
Route: Mesopotamia
This region is not only a historical landmark, they are home to ancient wisdom, mystical teachings, and artistic heritage.
For millennia, Mesopotamian civilizations cultivated a profound connection with the sun. More than just a source of light, the sun was seen as the cosmic regulator, the embodiment of wisdom, and the symbol of justice. Many cultures revered the sun as a divine force. Shamash, Utu, and Mithra were worshiped as deities representing sun therefore; justice, truth, and the eternal cycle of life.
In ancient Mesopotamia, temples, palaces, and cities were constructed in alignment with the sun’s movement. Ziggurats were positioned to capture the sunrise and sunset, ensuring that divine shadows fell in perfect harmony at sacred moments of the day. The solstices were considered pivotal. For the Sumerians, the daily rising of the sun symbolized the endless renewal of life and knowledge.
As the final ritual at Zerzevan Castle unfolds at sunset, it will serve as a reminder of this ancient cosmic link.
Mesopotamia is the cradle of civilization. From the Sumerians to the Babylonians, the Assyrians to the Ottomans, many civilizations were born and flourished here.
Morning
Breakfast on the train
Noon
Sound journey & improvisational movement workshops on the train
Evening
Dinner in Diyarbakır featuring local flavors & live traditional music
Night
Overnight stay in Diyarbakır
Morning
Yoga & breakfast at the hotel
Noon
Diyarbakır exploration (free city tour with special maps)
Evening
Sunset at Zerzevan Castle with tasting experience, live music & exhibition
Night
Return journey by plane