Seven Churches of the Revelation and Istanbul • 10 Days
Tour informations
DAY 1 ARRIVAL IN ISTANBUL
Meet and greet upon arrival at Istanbul airport . Transfer assisted by our staff , to give briefing about details of the program. Overnight at Hotel Centrum.
DAY 2 ISTANBUL
The sightseeing tour of Istanbul will feature Hippodrome where public gatherings, chariot races were held in Byzantium, Blue Mosque of Ottoman era ,famous for its blue Iznik tiles covering the interior , St. Sophia of Byzance and Topkapi Palace, the residence of Ottoman Sultans -the imperial treasury, silverware and Chinese porcelains are stunning-. After a light lunch, proceed to the city walls of Constantinople along the GoldenHorn the natural harbour of Byzantium, to St. Savior in Chora with the best preserved mosaics and frescoes. Spice Bazaar with the oriental colours and aroma are in agenda today befor returning to hotel Centrum
DAY 3 ISTANBUL
Proceed to the Grand Bazaar for a leisurely morning visit, then continue to the water front for boat ride on Bosphorus. Between the the contienents of Asia and Europe. Following light lunch of Turkish culinary, stop at Pera where the non-muslems lived through the Ottoman era with numerous churches of Christian beliefs. The Italian church highly favoured by all believers will welcome you for a candle. Return to hotel ( Feel free to stay longer in the area and return on own to hotel )
DAY 4 ISTANBUL
Free day in Istanbul.
DAY 5 ISTANBUL / IZMIR-KUSADASI
06:30 Transfer to the airport for 8am flight to Izmir. Upon arrival, transfer to Pergamum ( Revelation 2:12-17) to visit Acropolis, Temple of Athena, library, Royal Palace, Temple of Trajan, the steepest theater of the ancient world, Altar of Zeus. Then visit the Red Basilica, the Archeological Museum and Asclepion (medical center of the ancient world).Continue to Thyatira (Revelation 2:18-29) which was a commercial center on the highway between Troy and Sardes. Visit remains of a church, transfer to Hotel KayaPrestige/Izmir or Hotel Grand Onder / Kusadasi.
DAY 6 IZMIR / PAMUKKALE
Early morning visit of unweiling ancient Smyrna (Revelation 2:8-11), the Agora and Alexander the Grate's Castle on Mount Pagus overlooking Izmir. Leave Izmir for Ephesus, early Christianity (Revelation 1:1 ; 2:1-7), Odeon, Fountains, Temples, Library, Great theater, Double Church and stadium are stil in great shape. St. John's Basilica and his tomb by Temple of Artemis of pagan era are neighbours, then climb to the shrine of Virgin Mary beieved to have spent her last days. Continue to Pamukkale (3 hours) for dinner and overnight at Hotel LycusRiver
DAY 7 PAMUKKALE
Free day in Pamukkale.
DAY 8 PAMUKKALE / IZMIR
Start the day with inspiring stalactites of Pamukkale -the ancient city of Hierapolis with the spectecular Plutonium Theater and the best preserved Necropolis. Spare time to swim in the natural hot springs. The ancient city of Laodicea, home of Zenon and city of rich people is also nearby, one of the seven churches of the Apocalypse (Revelation 3:14-22 )and the remains of the Cathedral are in agenda today. Continue to Philadelphia (Revelation 3:7-13) for the acropolis and the remains of the Cathedral. Next is Sardes (Revelation 3:1-6 ), capital of the ancient Lydia. The Temple of Cybele and Diana, later became a church, the Golden River, Pactalos and the royal road are still there. Last call is at the reerected synagogue before moving to Hotel KayaPrestige/Izmir or Hotel Grand Onder / Kusadasi.
DAY 9 IZMIR
EXTRA VIRGIN MARY TOUR
DAY 10 IZMIR > Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Izmir airport for next destination if not have extended stay.
Tour Price
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Person in Double / Twin Sharing
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1.879.- €
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Single Room Supplement
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289.- €
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Important Information:
The above given rates are in EURO, per person sharing twin, 18% VAT included. Any increase in taxes will be reflected to the prices.
Travel Insurance:
We highly recommend that you purchase comprehensive travel insurance before departure.
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Seven Churches Tour • 7 Days
Tour informations
DAY 1 ARRIVAL IN IZMIR (D)
Transfer to hotel. Enjoy the outdoor life of Izmir at leisure until dinner at hotel KayaPrestige, in heart of the city.
DAY 2 Izmir > PERGAMON-THYATIRA- > Izmir (BLD)
After breakfast, departure for Pergamon-was one of the most beautiful cities of the ancient world where most prominent architects and sculptors concentrated in Hellenistic era. The majestic acropolis is our first stop to visit the Temple of Trajan, Hellenistic barracks and tower, palaces, library, temple of Athena, theatre, temple of Dionysus, remains of altar of Zeus-. Asklepion-a popular shrine and therapeutic center in the ancient world- and the Red Court dedicated to St. John. Proceed to Thyatira, today Akhisar. Return to Izmir to dine and overnight at KayaPrestige or similar.
DAY 3 Izmir
Free day in Izmir.
DAY 4 Izmir > SARDIS-PHILADELPHIA-HIERAPOLIS-LAODICEA > Pamukkale (BLD)
After breakfast depart for Sardis, the capital city of the ancient Kingdom of Lydia, visit the church built on the grounds of Temple of Artemis. Continue to Alasehir, ancient Philadelphia. Drive to discover the ancient tourist resort of Asia Minor, Ancient city of Hierapolis with the Temple of Apollo, the breathtaking theater, the fascinating Necropolis and the great baths of Hierapolis antique city, where St. Philip was martyred. We will also visit the calcium pools of Pamukkale, then visit Laodicea, one of the Seven Churches of the Revelation. Dine and overnight at Pamukkale LycusRiver.
DAY 5 Pamukkale
Free day in Pamukkale.
DAY 6 Pamukkale > APHRODISIAS-EPHESUS-MILETOS > Izmir (BLD)
After breakfast we will depart hotel for our visits to Ephesus. On the way, stop at Aphrodisias -the ancient city of architectural masters and their monumental Works- the ancient world’s largest theater, the Odeon, Bishop’s Palace,best preserved Stadium, Temple of Aphrodite and the Museum of reliefs and statues by the sculpture masters of Aphrodisias. Continue to Ephesus where St. Paul stayed a while, visit the house of Virgin Mary, declared as pilgrimage site by Pope, next is the site of Ephesus, with the Library of Celsius, Temple of Hadrian, agora and fantastic Greco-Roman theater. Basilica of St.John and remains of the Temple of Artemis, once considered as one of Seven Wonders in ancient times. Route to South will lead us to to Miletos where St. Paul paid a missionary visit and speech. Return to Izmir, for dinner and overnight.
DAY 7 IZMIR > Departure (B)
After breakfast, transfer to Izmir airport for next destination if not have extended stay.
(option to stay overnight in Izmir and fly out next day or fly out same day)
Tour Price
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Person in Double / Twin Sharing
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1299.- €
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Single Room Supplement
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249.- €
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Important Information:
The above given rates are in EURO, per person sharing twin, 18% VAT included. Any increase in taxes will be reflected to the prices.
Travel Insurance:
We highly recommend that you purchase comprehensive travel insurance before departure.
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