Visit > Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Pergamum, Askelpion, Thyatira, Smyrna (Izmir), Sardes, Philadelphia, Laodicea, Hierapolis (Pamukkale), Ancient Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary, St. John Basilica
Internal flight tickets, Bible Oriented Guide, 4* accommodation, Lunch at tours provided.
Discover seven churches in revelation refer to seven literal churches described in Revelation chapters 2 and 3. At the time these were the seven cities with major Christian congregations in Anatolia. The archeological remains of all seven locations still exist today. This is a 6 Days Package combined with Istanbul
Duration
The tour starts at
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Day 1
Arrival Istanbul
Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, you will be greeted and drive to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, you will be greeted and drive to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
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Day 2
Blue Mosque
the blue mosque is also known as the Mosque of Sultan Ahmet which boasts a unique feature of 6 minarets.
the blue mosque is also known as the Mosque of Sultan Ahmet which boasts a unique feature of 6 minarets.
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Day 2
Hippodrome of Constantinople
Hippodrome of Constantinople, which consist of 3 monumental columns and fountains. This is where chariot races took place in the past.
Hippodrome of Constantinople, which consist of 3 monumental columns and fountains. This is where chariot races took place in the past.
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Day 2
Topkapi Palace
Topkapi Palace, once the seat of the Ottoman Empire. Presently, it's a museum palace with a wide collection of porcelain, antiques, holy relics and other treasures.
Topkapi Palace, once the seat of the Ottoman Empire. Presently, it's a museum palace with a wide collection of porcelain, antiques, holy relics and other treasures.
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Day 2
Hagia Sophia
Hagia Sophia, the church of Divine Wisdom, one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 2nd century by Emperor Justinian.
Hagia Sophia, the church of Divine Wisdom, one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 2nd century by Emperor Justinian.
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Day 3
Acropolis,
There you explore the impressive Acropolis, the actual ancient city, and see the Altar of Zeus which is mentioned as the throne of Satan’, Temple of Trajan, and the third biggest library of antiq...
There you explore the impressive Acropolis, the actual ancient city, and see the Altar of Zeus which is mentioned as the throne of Satan’, Temple of Trajan, and the third biggest library of antiquity. Later continue to Asklepion, famous medical center of classical times, we also visit the Red Basilica (St. John’s Church). Then we continue our drive visit to Thyatira, now called Akhisar. There we see the remains of a basilica and some architectural fragments from the Roman period. Upon driving back to Izmir before we check-in at the hotel in Izmir, we enjoy a panoramic ride of Smyrna, the third-largest city in Turkey, and one of the sites of the Seven Churches of Asia.
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Day 4
Sardis,
Today we depart early in the morning to Sardis, There you see, the great Temple of which became a Byzantine Church later. We will also visit the restored gymnasium and the Synagogue.
Today we depart early in the morning to Sardis, There you see, the great Temple of which became a Byzantine Church later. We will also visit the restored gymnasium and the Synagogue.
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Day 4
Philadelphia
Then we continue our journey to Philadelphia, called Alasehir and the only church not censured. There we see the remains of a Byzantine basilica built of bricks, with a bit of high arch and some 11...
Then we continue our journey to Philadelphia, called Alasehir and the only church not censured. There we see the remains of a Byzantine basilica built of bricks, with a bit of high arch and some 11th-century frescoes.
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Day 4
Hierapolis
Afterward, we drive to the healing city of Hierapolis, actually, Pamukkale, where hot mineral water bursts from the earth and cascades over steep cliffs forming pools, channels, and stalactites, Th...
Afterward, we drive to the healing city of Hierapolis, actually, Pamukkale, where hot mineral water bursts from the earth and cascades over steep cliffs forming pools, channels, and stalactites, There we visit the Martyrium of the Apostle Philip.
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Day 4
Laodicea
Then we drive to Laodicea. There you walk among the ancient streets of the city and see the ancient structures. Overnight in a Thermal Hotel in Pamukkale.
Then we drive to Laodicea. There you walk among the ancient streets of the city and see the ancient structures. Overnight in a Thermal Hotel in Pamukkale.
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Day 5
Ancient Ephesus
Drive to Ephesus and visit the ancient city of Ephesus. There you walk through history along marble streets lined with wonderful public buildings such as the Baths of Scholastica, the Library of Ce...
Drive to Ephesus and visit the ancient city of Ephesus. There you walk through history along marble streets lined with wonderful public buildings such as the Baths of Scholastica, the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian, and the Theatre.
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Day 5
House of Virgin Mary
Later we drive to the House of Virgin Mary where she spent her last days and the assumption took place.
Later we drive to the House of Virgin Mary where she spent her last days and the assumption took place.
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Day 5
Basilica of St. John
After that, you visit the Basilica of St. John and Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. After the tour drives you to your hotel. Overnight in Kusadasi.
After that, you visit the Basilica of St. John and Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. After the tour drives you to your hotel. Overnight in Kusadasi.
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Day 6
Departure Day
Upon breakfast at the hotel check out and according to your flight time, transfer to Airport. End of the service.
Upon breakfast at the hotel check out and according to your flight time, transfer to Airport. End of the service.
Lunch
Breakfast
2 night accommodation in Istanbul
1 night accommodation in Izmir
1 night accommodation in Pamukkale
2 night accommodation in Kusadasi
Economic class domestic flight ticket from Ist/ızmir
Meal plan as mentioned in the itinerary
Transfer services from/to Airports
Land transportation by air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
Beverage with meals
Tips for the guides & drivers (0ptional)
Entry tickets to historical sites