Private Seven Churches of Revelation Tour: Biblical Turkey

Start Point: Your Hotel in Istanbul

Overview

The Seven Churches, as detailed in the Holy Revelations, took the seat at the very center of Christianity during its early proliferation and still are a crucial part of the faith. Biblical Seven Churches Tour encompasses all the highlights around the Seven Churches of Asia during the brilliant era. Travelers will visit once flourishing centers of civilization whilst gaining knowledge on how Christianity emerged in that specific part of the world.

Following the pilgrimage route of St. Paul, who spread Christianity in Anatolia despite the strong restrictions of the Roman Empire, the Biblical Turkey Tour will provide one of your best experiences in Turkey. Your guide will be one of the best in this region as knowledge and experience are key elements of this journey.
 

Tour Info
Sight To See
  • Pergamon Ancient City
  • Hierapolis Ancient City
  • Ephesus Ancient City
  • Laodicea Ancient City
  • Smyrna Ancient City
  • Sardis Ancient City
  • Thyatira Ancient City
  • Philadelphia Church

Itinerary

You will be picked up from your Istanbul hotel at the scheduled time and taken to the airport for your flight to Izmir, where you will meet your guide to begin your trip.

Referred to as Smyrna in ancient times, Izmir offers the opportunity to explore the exterior of St. Polykarp Church and the ancient ruins of the Agora. After that, your journey will lead to today’s Bergama, renowned for the ruins of Pergamon. This place was once a significant cultural and political center utilized by Romans as an administrative centre for the province of Asia. The visit will cover the exploration of the Acropolis and the Asclepion, featuring a well-preserved theater. 

At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel in Pergamon (Bergama).

Overnight stay in Bergama

After breakfast, your driver and tour guide will meet you at the hotel and depart for a tour to visit the ruins of Thyatira, which was founded by the Lydians. Then you'll head to magnificent Sardis, which was the wealthy capital of the Lydian Empire. On the way to Pamukkale, you will also stop to visit the church of Philadelphia, which was important for the spreading of thought patterns and activities of the Hellenistic civilization and Christian faith. 

At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel in Pamukkale.

Overnight stay in Pamukkale
 

Following breakfast, your private driver and tour guide will pick you up from the hotel to start your tour featuring the natural wonder of the Calcium Travertines (Cotton Cliffs) and the historic ruins of Hierapolis in Pamukkale. Later, the tour will proceed to visit the ruins of Laodicea, referenced in Revelations as the “City of Compromise,” and the incompletely excavated site of Colossae.

At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel in Kusadasi.

Overnight stay in Kusadasi

Your driver and tour guide will promptly meet you at the hotel after breakfast and depart for a comprehensive tour of the Ancient City of Ephesus, a remarkable testament to Ancient Greek and Roman culture. The tour of this day includes visits to the Basilica of St John, the House of Virgin Mary, and the remains of Artemis Temple.

Following the captivating Biblical Turkey tour, you will be transferred to Izmir Airport for your flight back to Istanbul. Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be met by our representative at the airport holding a sign with your name on it and transferred to your hotel in Istanbul.

Overnight stay in Istanbul
 

Considering your international flight schedule, you will be picked up from the hotel at the scheduled time transferred to the airport for your international departure.

This is the end of our service. We sincerely hope to welcome you as our guest again!
 

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusion
  • Private Tours
  • Museum Tickets & Attraction Fees
  • Local Tour Guides
  • Round-trip Airport Transfer
  • Transportation by Private Van
  • Domestic Flights
Exclusion
  • Hotel Bookings
  • Meals & Drinks
  • Personal Expenses
  • Gratitudes (suggested)

Cancellation Policy

7 Days Before Tour - Free Cancellation

You are eligible for a full refund if you cancel your booking at least 7 days before the scheduled start time of the experience.

However, if you cancel within 7 days of the tour day, no refund will be issued, and any modification requests made during this period will not be accepted.

Please note that all cancellation deadlines are based on local time.