Kurdistan
Erbil Citadel
The world's oldest continuously inhabited settlement, crowning modern Erbil.
Iraq Tourism Renaissance · 2026
Where civilization began — and pilgrims never stopped walking.
From the golden shrines of Najaf and Karbala to the Ziggurat of Ur and the walls of Babylon, 2026 opens Iraq to travelers seeking depth, history, and devotion — the way few destinations still allow.
- Pilgrims / year
- 20M+
- UNESCO sites
- 6
- e-Visa countries
- 70+
Two journeys, one country
Choose your path through Iraq.
Whether you're following a spiritual calling or five thousand years of history, we've mapped both — with the practicalities to make each safe and simple.
Spiritual Journeys
Faith Tourism
Najaf, Karbala, Al-Qosh, Lalish and Ur — the shared holy land of Muslims, Christians, Jews, Mandaeans and Yazidis. Practical guides, etiquette and community introductions.
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Cradle of Civilization
Ancient Heritage
Walk the Ishtar Gate of Babylon, climb the Ziggurat of Ur, wander the Erbil Citadel, and photograph the spiral Minaret of Samarra.
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Signature destinations
All itineraries →
UNESCO
Minaret of Samarra
The 9th-century spiral Malwiya — Iraq's most photographed silhouette.
Eco · Chibayish
Mesopotamian Marshes
Reed-boat mornings among the Ma'dan — a 2026 UN Best Tourism Village candidate.
Certified local guides
Book a bilingual, ministry-certified guide.
Every guide is vetted, insured, and trained in both deep historical knowledge and hospitality — with routes along Iraq's Green Tourism Corridors.