Seven Churches Tour 9 Nights 10 Days
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Duration
10 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
Embark on a captivating 10-day journey that combines the rich history of ancient Christianity with the cultural wonders of Turkey. This tour will guide you through Istanbul's majestic landmarks, such as the Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace, before venturing to the legendary sites of Troy, Pergamum, and Ephesus, among others. Follow in the footsteps of early Christians by visiting the Seven Churches of Revelation, each one telling a unique story of faith and history. From the thermal springs of Pamukkale to the vibrant streets of Istanbul, this tour offers an unforgettable blend of spiritual heritage, ancient ruins, and modern-day beauty.
Route
Starts from
İstanbul
Ends in
İstanbul
Pickup Location
Istanbul Airport
Dropoff Location
Istanbul Airport
Highlights
Itinerary
Arrival in Istanbul. Airport pickup and transfer to the hotel. Check into the hotel and have some time to relax. An orientation of the city will be given shortly afterwards, with the remainder of the day free to spend at your own leisure about the city. Overnight in Istanbul.
(Including breakfast)
After breakfast, visit Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia.
Lunch break at an authentic TurkishSeven Churches Tour - Troy restaurant before
visiting the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Basilica Cistern and Grand Bazaar.
Overnight in Istanbul.
(Including breakfast)
After breakfast, there is a half-day tour of the
Bosphorus. Visit the Spice Market followed by a cruise by ferry through the
Bosphorus. Stop at Ortakoy for a coffee break. Spend a free afternoon at your
own leisure. Overnight in Istanbul.
(Including breakfast)
Morning departure to Canakkale. Cross the Dardanelles and
visit Troy and Assos. Overnight en route in Ayvalik.
(Including breakfast)
Departure
in the morning to Pergamon. Visit the Acropolis and Asclepion. Then drive to
Akhisar and visit the Church of ancient Thyatira. Drive to Izmir. Overnight in
Izmir.
(Including breakfast)
Visit the Church of St. Policarp, the oldest church of
ancient Smyrna, symbolizing the community of the seven churches of the
Apocalypse. Then depart for Sardis, ancient capital of the Lydians and visit
the Church of Sardis. Continue on to Alasehir, to see the ancient Philadelphia
Church before driving to Pamukkale for a leisurely bath in the hot spring pool
of your hotel. Overnight in Pamukkale.
(Including breakfast)
Visit the ancient city of Hierapolis where St. Philip the
Apostle became a martyr. Drive from Pamukkale to Eskihisar - ancient Laodicea.
Visit the Church of Laodicea and the ruins. Drive
to Aphrodisias, the city of the Goddess of Love, en route to Kusadasi.
Overnight in Kusadasi.
(Including breakfast)
Set off for Ephesus to visit the spectacular remains, the
House of Virgin Mary and the Basilica of St.John, followed by a stop-off in the
formerly Greek picturesque village of Sirince. Continue on to Ayvalik, where
you may relax on the hotel-side beach. Overnight in Ayvalik.
(Including breakfast)
Departure for Istanbul. Arrival and overnight in
Istanbul.
(Including breakfast)
Transfer
from the hotel to the airport.
Trip includes
Included
4 nights hotel in Istanbul - 5 Star Ramada By Wyndham Istanbul Pera Hotel Istanbul
2 nights hotel in Ayvalık - Buyuk Berk Hotel
1 night hotel in Izmir - Hilton Garden Inn Izmir Bayrampasa
1 night hotel in Pamukkale - 5 Star Pam Thermal Hotel
1 night hotel in Kusadasi - Odelia Resort Hotel
PS: If This hotel list not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange smilar 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
EnglishAll meals as stated in the itinerary. Breakfast
Vegetarian
Halal
MeatTravel Insurance
Excluded
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
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