8 Days Biblical Tour Turkey
Price:
$2,030.00
Duration
8 Days
People:
16
Language
English, Spanish
Tour Overview
8 Days Biblical Tour Turkey
8 Days Biblical Tour Turkey is a complete journey through the most important early Christian sites including Istanbul, Pergamon, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Sardis, and the Seven Churches of Revelation.
Tour Overview
This 8-day biblical tour offers a comprehensive journey across Turkey’s most significant Christian heritage sites. Starting in Istanbul and continuing through Western Anatolia, the program includes the Seven Churches of Revelation along with major historical landmarks.
The tour combines biblical history, ancient cities, and cultural highlights with a well-organized route including domestic flights, hotel accommodation, professional guiding, and all transfers.
Program Highlights
- Visit all Seven Churches of Revelation
- Explore Istanbul Old City landmarks
- Discover Pergamon, Smyrna, and Thyatira
- Walk through Ephesus Ancient City
- Visit House of Virgin Mary and Basilica of St. John
- Explore Pamukkale and Hierapolis
- See Laodicea, Philadelphia, and Sardis
- Flights, hotels, guide, and transfers included
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul
Arrival and transfer to hotel. Overnight stay.
Day 2 – Istanbul Old City Tour
Visit major landmarks. Overnight stay.
Day 3 – Flight to Izmir / Pergamon / Thyatira / Kuşadası
Flight and regional visits. Overnight stay.
Day 4 – Smyrna / Ephesus / Kuşadası
Ephesus region visits. Overnight stay.
Day 5 – Sardis / Philadelphia / Pamukkale
Drive and visits. Overnight stay.
Day 6 – Laodicea / Hierapolis / Pamukkale
Pamukkale region visits. Overnight stay.
Day 7 – Return to Istanbul
Flight back. Overnight stay.
Day 8 – Departure
Airport transfer.
Sites Visited
Istanbul, Pergamon, Smyrna, Thyatira, Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary, Basilica of St. John, Sardis, Philadelphia, Laodicea, Hierapolis
Transport & Guide
Domestic flights, all transfers, transportation during the tour, and professional licensed guiding service are included.
Lunch
Meals are included as per program.
Duration
8 Days / 7 Nights
Why Choose This Tour
This tour is ideal for travelers who want to explore the Seven Churches of Revelation along with Istanbul in a well-balanced and comfortable program.
What Included
Not included
Tour Amenities
Tour Plan
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Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul
Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be greeted at the airport by our team and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, you can relax after your journey or take a short walk around your hotel area. Depending on your arrival time, you may explore nearby streets, cafes, or enjoy your first impressions of Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul. -
Day 2 – Full Day Istanbul Old City Tour
After breakfast, meet your professional guide at the hotel lobby and begin a full-day guided tour of Istanbul’s Old City. Visit Hagia Sophia, one of the most iconic landmarks in the world, followed by the Blue Mosque, famous for its impressive architecture and interior design. Continue to the Hippodrome, the center of social life during the Byzantine period, where you will see historical monuments. After lunch, explore the Grand Bazaar, one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world, with time for shopping and local interaction. At the end of the tour, return to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul. -
Day 3 – Flight to Izmir / Pergamon / Thyatira
Early morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Izmir. Upon arrival, meet your guide and start your journey toward Pergamon, one of the most important cities of the ancient world. Visit the Acropolis, dramatically located on a hilltop, and explore its historical structures including the ancient theater. Continue to the Asclepion, known as one of the earliest medical centers in history. After lunch, visit the Red Basilica, an important structure associated with early Christianity. Then continue to Thyatira, one of the Seven Churches of Revelation, where you will see the remains of this ancient settlement. Drive to Kuşadası for overnight stay. -
Day 4 – Smyrna / Ephesus / House of Virgin Mary
After breakfast, depart for Smyrna (Izmir) and visit the remains of this important biblical city. Continue to Ephesus Ancient City, one of the best-preserved classical cities in the Mediterranean. Walk along marble streets, visit key ruins, and learn about its role in early Christianity. After Ephesus, visit the House of Virgin Mary, believed to be her final residence. Then continue to the Basilica of St. John, built over the believed burial site of the Apostle John. Return to Kuşadası and overnight. -
Day 5 – Sardis / Philadelphia / Pamukkale
After breakfast, depart for Sardis, once the capital of the Lydian Kingdom and one of the Seven Churches of Revelation. Visit its historical remains and learn about its importance in ancient trade routes. Continue to Philadelphia, another of the Seven Churches, known for its strong Christian community in early history. After the visits, drive to Pamukkale. Check-in at the hotel and overnight stay. -
Day 6 – Laodicea / Hierapolis / Pamukkale Travertines
After breakfast, visit Laodicea, one of the most important Seven Churches sites, known for its wealth and historical significance. Continue to Hierapolis, an ancient spa city built above the famous travertines. Explore its ruins including the theater, ancient streets, and necropolis. You will also have time to walk along the white travertine terraces of Pamukkale, one of Turkey’s most unique natural landscapes. Return to your hotel and overnight stay. -
Day 7 – Flight to Istanbul / Free Time
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free. You may explore the city, enjoy shopping, visit cafes, or relax at your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul. -
Day 8 – Departure
After breakfast, transfer to the airport according to your flight time. End of our services.