11 Day Biblical Anatolia Family & Private Tour in Turkey
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Duration
11 days
Max Group Size
40
Departure Type
Scheduled
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
English
Age Requirement
11 - 99 Ages
Tour Overview
Explore the spiritual heart of Anatolia on this 11-day private biblical tour of Turkey,
specially designed for families and small groups. This enriching journey takes
you through sacred Christian sites, ancient cities, and breathtaking
landscapes, following the footsteps of early Christianity. From Istanbul to
Hatay, Tarsus, Cappadocia, Ephesus, and Pamukkale, enjoy a relaxed pace,
child-friendly sightseeing, and personalized guiding throughout the tour. With
comfortable accommodations, daily breakfast, and private transportation, this
tour offers the perfect balance of history, faith, and family travel.
Highlights
Itinerary
Upon
arrival in Istanbul, you will be welcomed and enjoy a brief orientation of the
city. In the evening, take a domestic flight to Hatay. Upon arrival, meet your
transfer service and check in to your hotel.
Overnight in Hatay
(Breakfast Included )
After breakfast, your private guide will pick
you up from your hotel and begin a relaxed sightseeing day. Visit Seleucia
Pieria (Çevlik) and the St. Pierre (St. Peter) Cave Church. The tour is paced
comfortably for families, with time for children to explore and rest. Continue
to Tarsus. At the end of the tour, drive back to your hotel for overnight stay. Overnight in Tarsus
(Breakfast Included )
Your guide will meet you at your hotel and start the day with visits to Ancient
Tarsus, St. Paul’s Well, and the Roman Road. Explanations are presented in a
simple and engaging way for children. After the visits, depart for Cappadocia
with comfort stops along the way. Overnight in Cappadocia
(Breakfast Included )
Optional early morning hot air balloon flight for
parents. Alternative relaxed morning options are available for families with
children. After breakfast, your guide will pick you up for visits to Göreme
Open Air Museum, Paşabağ (Fairy Chimneys), and Pigeon Valley. Open spaces and
short walks make this an enjoyable day for children. Return to your hotel for
overnight. Overnight in Cappadocia
(Breakfast Included )
After hotel pick-up, visit one of Cappadocia’s
Underground Cities. The tour is adapted for families, focusing on safe areas
and short exploration routes. Continue to Konya and visit Aya Eleni (St. Helen)
Church. Drive back to your hotel for overnight. Overnight in Konya
(Breakfast Included )
Your private guide will pick you up and depart for
Pisidian Antioch. The visit is arranged at a gentle pace with regular breaks.
After sightseeing, continue to Antalya. Transfer to your hotel for overnight accommodation. Overnight in Antalya
(Breakfast Included )
After breakfast, hotel pick-up for a
family-friendly exploration of Perge Ancient City and the impressive Aspendos
Theater. Children will enjoy open areas and storytelling about ancient life. Return to your hotel for overnight. Overnight in Antalya
(Breakfast Included )
Your guide will meet you at your hotel and drive to
Pamukkale. Visit the white travertines, Hierapolis, and Laodikea. Time is
allowed for photos, short walks, and rest breaks suitable for families. Drive back to your hotel for overnight stay. Overnight in Pamukkale
(Breakfast Included )
After hotel pick-up, visit the Ancient City of
Ephesus with engaging explanations tailored for children. Continue to the House
of the Virgin Mary and St. John’s Basilica. Transfer to your hotel in Kuşadası or Selçuk for overnight. Overnight in Kuşadası
(Breakfast Included )
After breakfast, transfer to Kusadasi or Izmir
Airport for your domestic flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, transfer to your
hotel. Overnight in Istanbul
(Breakfast Included )
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your
return flight home. End of services.
Trip includes
Included
Hatay – 1 Night - The
Museum Hotel Antakya
Tarsus – 1 Night - Tarsus
Zorbaz Hotel
Cappadocia – 2 Nights - Antic Cave Hotel
Konya – 1 Night – Novotel Konya
Antalya – 2 Nights – Best Western Khan
Pamukkale – 1 Night – Palm Thermal Hotel
Kuşadası / Selçuk – 1 Night – Odelia Resort Hotel
Istanbul – 1 Night – Ramada By Wyndham Istanbul Pera
Professional licensed English-speaking tour guide
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Daily breakfast at hotels
All
airport transfers
Transportation by private, air-conditioned vehicle
Guided Seleucia Pieria
& St. Pierre Church – Tarsus
Guided Ancient Tarsus & St. Paul’s Well – Cappadocia
Guided Cappadocia Highlights & Fairy Chimneys
Guided Underground City & Aya Eleni Church – Konya
Guided Pisidian Antioch – Antalya
Guided Perge & Aspendos Ancient Cities
Guided Pamukkale, Hierapolis & Laodikea
Guided Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary & St. John Basilica
Entrance fees to all listed museums and sites
Local taxes and service charges
This tour is a private,
guided itinerary, ideal for families and small groups, offering
personalized service, flexible pacing, and individual attention throughout the
journey.
Daily sightseeing begins with hotel pick-up by
your professional guide and concludes with a
comfortable return transfer to your hotel for overnight accommodation.
The itinerary includes moderate walking, particularly at ancient
cities such as Ephesus, Perge, and Hierapolis; comfortable walking shoes are highly
recommended.
The program is designed with a family-friendly pace,
including regular breaks, rest stops, and simplified explanations suitable for
children.
Domestic flights are
subject to availability and airline schedule changes; equivalent alternatives
will be arranged if necessary. (Exculuded)
Hot air balloon flights in Cappadocia are optional and strictly
dependent on weather conditions and official aviation permissions.
When visiting churches and religious sites, modest dress (covered
shoulders and knees) is recommended.
Hotels listed in the itinerary are planned accommodations;
in case of availability issues, similar-category
hotels of equal standard may be used.
Travel times between destinations may vary depending on
traffic and weather conditions; sightseeing order may be adjusted while all listed visits are guaranteed.
Travel insurance is strongly
recommended for all travelers.
This tour is best suited for travelers seeking a meaningful
combination of biblical
heritage, cultural discovery, and family-oriented comfort.
Excluded
Domestic flight tickets Istanbul to Hatay / Izmir to Istanbul
International flight tickets
Travel insurance
Lunches and dinners
Optional activities (such as hot air balloon flight in Cappadocia)
Personal expenses
Tips for guide and driver
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