(Sacred Echoes: Turkey’s Biblical Legacy)

Descripton

Kick off an extraordinary spiritual journey with our captivating 7 Churches of Revelation Tour, meticulously designed to immerse you in the rich tapestry of ancient biblical history. Unveil the secrets of Smyrna, exploring the remnants of St. Polykarp Church and the ancient Agora. Traverse the timeless ruins of Pergamon, once a Roman administrative hub, and experience the breathtaking theater of Bergama. Witness the legacy of Thyatira, Sardis, and Philadelphia, each echoing with biblical significance, before marveling at the natural wonders of Pamukkale and the biblical landscapes of Laodicea.

Your pilgrimage crescendos with explorations of Ephesus, the revered House of Virgin Mary, and the Basilica of St. John. Join us on this sacred odyssey, where every step is a revelation, and history comes alive, beckoning you to connect with the profound spiritual heritage of Turkey. Embrace the call of ancient echoes and embark on a transformative journey that transcends time.

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION Istanbul Airport
DEPARTURE TIME Will be announced
INCLUDED All accommodation mentioned in the itinerary

All meals mentioned in the itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch & D = Dinner)

Mentioned Tours & Transfers with A/C, non-smoking coach

Museum Entrance Fees

Professional licensed English-speaking guide during sightseeing
NOT INCLUDED Personal expenses All flight and bus tickets mentioned in the itinerary ( we will suggest flights if your itinerary contains)

Tips to your guides, drivers or hotel staff

Optional tours mentioned in the itinerary

Any other meals not specified in the itinerary

Drinks

VAT

P.S: The mentioned hotels and services will be changed due to availability. The final itinerary will be shared before your confirmation.

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Day 1: Smyrna & Pergamon (L, D)

Early in the morning arrive at Izmir airport to begin your 7 Churches of Revelations Tour. The tour starts with a visit to Izmir. In ancient times known as Smyrna, visiting the outside of St Polykarp Church & the ruins of the Agora. Then depart to Bergama and the ruins of Pergamum, previously a renowned cultural and political center used by the Romans as an administrative center for the province of Asia. Here visit the ruins of the Acropolis and the Asclepion with its theatre. Overnight in Bergama
  • Smyrna Biblical Reference – Revelation: 2:8-11
  • Pergamon Biblical Reference – Revelation: 2:12-17
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Day 2: Thyatira & Sardis & Philadelphia (B, L, D)

After breakfast and check out, time to depart on to visit the ruins of Thyatira, which was founded by the Lydian’s. Then to magnificent Sardis, which was the wealthy capital of the Lydian Empire. En route to Pamukkale also stop to visit the church in Philadelphia, which was important for the spreading of, thought patterns and activities of the Hellenistic civilization and Christian faith. Overnight in Pamukkale
  • Thyatira Biblical Reference – Revelation: 2:18-29
  • Philadelphi Biblical Reference – Revelation: 3:7-13
  • Sardes Biblical Reference – Revelation: 3:1-6
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Day 3: Pamukkale & Hierapolis & Laodicea (B, L)

Today visit the natural formation of the travertine (Cotton Cliffs) and ruins of Hierapolis in Pamukkale. Then depart to visit the ruins of Laodicea which is mentioned in Revelations as the “City of Compromise” as well as the barely excavate site of Colossae. End of day with arrival to hotel in Kusadasi, overnight in Kusadasi.
  • Laodicea Biblical Reference – Revelation: 3:14-22
  • Hierapolis & Colossae – Colossians 1:7-8; Colossians 2:1; Colossians 4.12-13
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Day 4 Ephesus & Virgin Mary & St. Jonh (B, L)

After breakfast begin the day with a visit of the Ancient City of Ephesus which represents many different facets of Ancient Greek and Roman culture. The day will also include visit to the Basilica of St John where he is believed to be buried, House of Virgin Mary where she is said to have spent the last of her days as well as the remains of Artemis Temple. End of tour day with drop off to Izmir Airport (flight should not depart earlier than 18:00-19:00).
  • Ephesus Biblical Reference – Revelation: 1:11:2:1-7 and Acts 18:19-28:19
1.670,00€
One tour per person