Newroz Celebration Tour – March 21st
Duration
1 full day (morning to evening)
About the tour
Celebrate the Kurdish New Year (Newroz) with music, dance, cultural performances, and a traditional feast. Experience the vibrant spirit of Kurdistan in the heart of the cities and mountains.
Itinerary
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Morning arrival in Erbil or Sulaymaniyah
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Visit cultural sites decorated for Newroz
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Participate in traditional dances and performances
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Enjoy a festive Kurdish lunch with local specialties
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Evening bonfire and music celebration
Tour highlights
Newroz dances, bonfire tradition, cultural workshops, local music, festive food
Full description
Explore one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited settlements (Erbil Citadel), learn textile traditions at the Kurdish Textile Museum, then stroll the centuries-old Qaysari Bazaar with a guide who explains architecture, crafts, and bargaining customs. Finish with optional local tea and street food recommendations.
Important info
Wear comfortable clothes; respect festival customs; no fireworks allowed for tourists