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Duration
8 days
Max Group Size
30
Departure Type
Scheduled
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
English
Age Requirement
11 - 99 Ages
Tour Overview
Embark on a spiritual journey through the ancient lands of the Seven Churches of Revelation, where early Christianity flourished. This 8-day tour takes you through historic biblical sites mentioned in the Book of Revelation, offering deep insights into the early Christian world. From the ruins of Ephesus and Pergamon to the stunning landscapes of Pamukkale, this tour combines faith, history, and breathtaking scenery.
Attractions
Highlights
Itinerary
(Dinner included)
We transfer to our hotel in Izmir, Turkey for the next two evenings. The
remainder of your day is free to walk along the scenic waterfront, sightsee on
your own and enjoy your hotel facilities. Overnight in Izmir
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
After breakfast at the hotel departure to visit Izmir
city (Smyrna), the third biggest city in Turkey and one of the seven churches mentioned in the bible. Smyrna was
the second city to receive a letter from the apostle John in the book of Revelation. Acts 19:10 suggests
that the church there was founded during Paul’s third missionary journey. Due to the fact that the port city
of Izmir houses the second largest population in Turkey today, the site of ancient Smyrna has been
little excavated. Excepting the Agora, theater, and sections of the Roman aqueduct, little remains of the
ancient city. And a visit to St. Polycarp Church in the center of the city. Overnight in Izmir
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
After lunch arriving to Pergamon, towering 1000 feet
above the city, the ruins at Pergamon command an extraordinary view in nearly all directions. One can
understand how Pergamon dominated the entire region and cast its shadow over the realm. This great Hellenistic
City was a great center of culture. Pergamon was the rival of Ephesus in the field of commerce and of
Alexandria and Antioch in that of letters and the arts. Visit the Asclepion, the sanctuary that was dedicated
to the God of Medicine and which was the first complete health spa in history. Visit Acropolis where
the ruins of a library and sanctuary Athena are located, as well as an impressive theatre of 80 rows,
allowing seating of nearly 10,000. Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
A scenic drive of 30 minutes arrive to Selcuk with
largest archaeological site in the world; Ephesus. Unmatched by any archaeological site anywhere in terms
of sheer magnitude, Ephesus appeals to every visitor, whether serious or casual. The roots of this
impressive site goes back to the 13th century B.C. The surviving ruins of Ephesus belong to the Roman
Imperial Period. There is an impressive amphitheater big enough to hold 24,000 people and a well preserved and
restored bibliotheque called the Library of Celsius.
Ephesus is known with one of the seven churches
mentioned in the Bible. See the ruins of the which is one of the seven wonders of the world and find the
possibility to take a photograph of it with on the back Artemis Temple side a wonderful view of the Isabey
mosque, the Basilica of St.John, a ruin of an Ottoman bath and the Citadel of the city. Lunch will
be served at a local restaurant. İn Selcuk. Visit the Basilica of St.John near Selcuk. It is believed that
St.John lived in that area during the last years of his life and is buried under the Basilica.. Visit the House of
Virgin Mary, the small house where Mary lived from AD 37 to 48, which has been visited by two popes and
millions of pilgrims. Transfer to the hotel in Kusadasi. Overnight in Kusadasi.
(Breakfast and Dinner
included)
The day is yours. You don't have to wake up
early, enjoy the sunshine and take in the views and natural magnificent beach
and crystal clear sea and explore the city, shop in the local markets, relax on
the beach or enjoy one of the many day trips you have to choose from. These
include Scuba diving, fishing tour, quad safari, horse safari, Turkish night,
daily trip to Samos, Turkish bath, tandem sky diving, microlight flights, kite
surfing, Pamukkale tour, Pergamon tour, Bafa lake tour, Bodrum tour, Didyma, Miletos,
Priene, or book a daily plane to Istanbul City Tour, and many more.Kusadasi.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
Early in the morning after breakfast, visit Leodikia,
which houses one of the seven churches according to the bible. After lunch, visit Pamukkale (Cotton Castle
in Turkish) which is a shimmering white cascade formed by limestone-laden hotsprings, which have
formed stalactites, potholes and magical fairy-tables. Bathing in this warm water that has bubbles is an
exhilarating experience. Incidentally, the water is reputed to be beneficial to eyes, skin, rheumatism, etc. Visit
the Hierapolis. In this ancient city, the ruins spread over a mile from the city founded by Eumenes II of
Pergamon. It was leveled by an earthquake in AD 17 but was rapidly rebuilt and enjoyed prosperity between
the second and third centuries. Dinner and overnight will be at the hotel in Pamukkale
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
Drive to Philadelphia, which is one of the seven
churches, also mentioned in the Bible. An than to Sardes, that was the capital of the Lydian empire . One of the
cultural achievements of the Lydians was the invention of coins. The coins were first made of
electrum, an alloy of silver and gold, during the reign of Croesus, and after this there were gold and silver
coins .The city offers good preserved ruins and a wonderful smell of history. Lunch will be served at a
local restaurant. After lunch visit Thyatira, which is one of the seven churches, mentioned in the bible.
Overnight in Izmir
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast, we depart for Izmir Airport for
our return flight back to home. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we
would like to see you in the future in one of our tours again. Have a nice trip
back home and thanks for choosing Travel Shop Booking.
Trip includes
Included
3
Nights’ hotel in Izmir - Ramada Encore by Wyndham Izmir
1
Night hotel in Pamukkale - Pam Thermal Hotel
3
Night hotel in Kusadasi - Odelia Resort Hotel
PS: If This hotel
list not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange similar
other hotel for your group. If you prefer a Different category hotel, there might
be an additional cost.
Professional
English - speaking tour guides
Guiding Method
Fully guided
7
open buffet breakfasts
5
Local Lunch
7
dinners at hotels



Arrival
airport transfer from Izmir airport or Kusadası or Cesme cruise ports
Transportation
in a fully air - conditioned, non - smoking coach
Return
airport transfer to Izmir Airport
Guided Smyrna Tour
Guided Pergamon Tour
Guided Ephesus Tour
Guided Pamukkale Tour
Guided Alasehir (Philadelphia) – Salihli (Sardis) – Akhisar (Thyateira) Tour
All
entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
Hotel room taxes
City Tax
This tour is ideal for history enthusiasts, biblical scholars, and those seeking a faith-based journey.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as some sites involve uneven terrain.
Most sites have shaded areas, but bringing sunscreen and a hat is advisable.
Local guides provide historical and biblical context at each site.
Turkish cuisine is included in the itinerary, with options for vegetarian meals upon request.
This tour offers an unforgettable opportunity to walk in the footsteps of early Christians, explore ancient biblical sites, and immerse yourself in Turkey’s rich cultural heritage.
Excluded
International Or Domestic flights
Insurance:
All types
Turkey
entry visa
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of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry
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others expenses which are not mentioned at the included section
Tipping
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