Seven Churches - Turkey Highlights Tour 13 Nights 14 Days
|14 Days, 8 Destinations |Starts from İstanbul
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Duration
14 days

Max Group Size
40

Departure Type
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Age Requirement
11 - 99 Ages

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In
English

Physical level
easy

Tour route map

İstanbul

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İstanbul

Tour Overview

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Embark on a captivating 14-day journey through Turkey’s rich biblical history with the Seven Churches – Turkey Highlights Tour. From the vibrant streets of Istanbul to the ancient ruins of Ephesus, Pamukkale, and Cappadocia, this tour takes you to the sacred sites of early Christianity. Explore the cities of the Seven Churches of Revelation, immerse yourself in the wonders of Turkey’s landscapes, and uncover the stories that shaped the Christian faith. A perfect blend of history, spirituality, and natural beauty awaits!

Highlights

Explore the Seven Churches of Revelation – Visit the ancient cities of Ephesus, Pergamum, Sardis, Philadelphia, Laodicea, and more, walking in the footsteps of early Christians. Discover the Sacred Sites of St. Paul – Visit Tarsus, the birthplace of St. Paul, and Antioch, where he founded one of the earliest Christian communities. Breathtaking Pamukkale & Hierapolis – Marvel at the stunning white terraces of Pamukkale and the ancient ruins of Hierapolis, including the Martyrium of St. Philip. Cappadocia’s Unique Landscapes – Explore the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia, from fairy chimneys to cave churches and the underground cities of early Christians. Biblical Wonders in Ephesus – Visit the well-preserved ruins of Ephesus, including the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Artemis, and the Church of St. John. The Last Home of the Virgin Mary – Experience the spiritual significance of the Virgin Mary's house in Ephesus, a revered pilgrimage site. Historical Sites of Early Christianity – Delve into the rich Christian heritage with visits to St. Peter's Grotto in Antioch and ancient Christian mosaics in Hatay. Guided Bosphorus Cruise & Istanbul’s Iconic Landmarks – Cruise the Bosphorus, see Dolmabahce Palace, and explore Istanbul’s historic sites like the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace.

Itinerary

Arrival in Istanbul and meeting at the airport, transfer to the hotel, check- in. Leisure afternoon. Overnight Istanbul

(Including: Breakfast)
Full day guided sightseeing in Old Istanbul. Discovery of Sultanahmet, Blue Mosque, St. Sophia, Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace and Grand Bazaar. Overnight Istanbul. 

(Including Breakfast)
Guided Bosphorus Cruise with Dolmabahe Palace. Visit to the exotic and aromatic Egyptian Spice Market, cross over to Asia to Camlica Hill for a view of Istanbul. During the cruise, view of Ottoman seaside mansions, marble palaces and small fishing villages. Overnight Istanbul. 

(Including Breakfast)
Take the early morning flight from Istanbul to Izmir. Arrival and meet with your guide and drive to Pergamum (Revelation 2:12-17), and visit to Acropolis and Asklepion. its majestic acropolis was built on a commanding hill above the modern city of Bergama. After lunch visit the grand theater, which has almost perfect acoustics, the Red basilica and the ancient medical center, the Asclepion. This was the home town of Galen, the second century renowned doctor and surgeon and his temple, the asclepium was devoted to healing. Then visit the majestic acropolis in Pergamum . Visit Acropolis and Asclepion. After visits, drive and check-in to your hotel in Kusadasi. Overnight- Kusadasi.

(Including Breakfast)
Ephesus (Revelation 1:11, 2:1-7, Acts 18:19-28, 19:1-41, Ephesians) the city dedicated to Artemis, the best preserved ancient city of Asia Minor with its majestic theater, marble road, Temple of Artemis, the Church of the Virgin Mary or the Double Church, the library of Celsus, the stadium, the lecture hall Tyrannus where St. Paul held daily discussions (Acts 19.9). For two years St. Paul taught here from eleven to four during the hottest hours of the day when the hall was empty. Then visit the Church of St. John and his Tomb in Selcuk before driving to the Last Home of the Virgin Mary, who was brought to Ephesus by John, the beloved disciple of Jesus. The home of Virgin Mary on a hill top, where she lived out her days is now visited by over a hundred thousand pilgrims each year. The pilgrims drink the water of the sacred spring, meditate and pray for health at this ancient spot of worship. Both Pope Paul VI in 1967 and Pope John Paul II in 1979 haveSeven Churches - Turkey Highlights Tour - Pamukkale celebrated mass here. Overnight Kusadasi. 

(Including Breakfast)
After having breakfast drive to Sardis where visit to ancient synagogue, one of the most picturesque area of any of the churches. Visit the Temple of Artemis, a small Byzantine church, a recently restored gymnasium and the great synagogue Lunch and we continue, proceed to Philadelphia (Revelation 3:7-13 ). Continue to Alasehir ancient (Philadelphia) the city of brotherly love, another of the cities of Seven Churches. Afternoon drive to Hierapolis. Have a tour of the spectacular natural site of Pamukkale. Its hot thermal springs of calcium spill over the plateau's edge creating dazzling white formations called Cotton Castles. Visit the ruins of Hierapolis which also was the home of Papias and Epicitus, early Christian writers and Philip the Evangelist. The Martyrium of St.Philip, an octagonal chamber has recently been discovered. Overnight Pamukkale.

(Including Breakfast.)
Morning visit to Eskihisar, the ancient Laodicea (Revelation 3:14-22, Colossians 2:1, 4:13-16), then drive to Aphrodisias, the city of the Goddess of Love, see the well preserved Stadium, The Temple of Aphrodite, the Odeon, the theater, Agora and Hadrian Bath.Overnight Pamukkale. 

(Including Breakfast)
Drive to Cappadocia On the way, visit to Konya (Iconium) and have stop by Mevlana temple and Sultanhani Caravanserai on the way to Cappadocia. Overnight Cappadocia. 

(Including breakfast)
after breakfast you can discovery of Cappadocia with tour guides. Visit to Goreme Open Air Museum with cave churches, devrent , imagination valley, Uchisar Rock Castle, Fairy Chimneys in Pasabag , Avanos. Overnight in Cappadocia.

(Including Breakfast)
after breakfast tour to Underground city, Soganli valley, Sobessos mosaics, Keshlik monastery and Mustafapasa old Greek town. Overnight in Cappadocia. 

(Including Breakfast)
Walking in Ihlara Canyon, a "mirage" in the Steps of Anatolia up to Belisirma village, the ancient Peristrema: "Valley of the Sky" along the Melendiz River. Rock-cut churches, spread across a wild plantation, surprise you with their successfully painted representations from the Bible. Lunch in Belisirma a local restaurant by the river. Stop by Selime, a village with cave houses at the end of the canyon and a "star wars" like landscape. Overnight in Cappadocia. 

(Including Breakfast)
Drive to Tarsus where St. Paul was born, after visits, drive to Hatay (biblical Antioch) and Overnight in Hatay (Antakya) .

( Including Breakfast)
Visit to mosaic museum that houses one of the richest collections of Roman mosaics in the world. A little outside the city is the holy site where St.Peter's Grotto is situated. The cave church is the place where St.Peter preached and founded the Christian community. It was declared as a holy place by Vatican in 1983. Overnight in Hatay.

After breakfast drive to Adana and take a flight to Istanbul.

Trip includes

Included

3 nights hotel in Istanbul - The Central Palace Hotel Taksim
2 nights hotel in Pamukkale - 5 Star Pam Thermal Hotel
2 nights hotel in Kusadasi 
4 Star Odelia Resort Hotel
4 nights hotel in Cappadocia - Special Class El Puente Cave Hotel
2 nights hotel in Hatay - Liwan 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

Hotel

1 Domestic Flight from Istanbul to Izmir.
1 Domestic Flight from Adana to Istanbul.

Professional English - speaking tour guides

Guiding Method
Fully guided

English

All meals as stated in the itinerary. Breakfast

Vegetarian Halal Meat

Travel Insurance

Arrival airport transfer from Istanbul airport
Transportation in a fully air - conditioned, non - smoking coach
Return airport transfer

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13 Nights, 4 Star or 5 Star Hotel Accommodation including breakfast.
All sightseeing tours as described in the itinerary.
All Entrance Fees.
All admission fees to the visited sites.
All Taxes and service fees.

Excluded

Any tips to guide.
Driver or staff at hotels.
Items of a personal nature.
Drinks with meals (except the drinks served with breakfast) and medical services.

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