Seven Churches Tour Religious Tour

Upon arrival at Istanbul’s Ataturk International Airport, Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Istanbul, who will assist you during your transfer to the hotel. 4 nights Istanbul, 1 nights Ayvacik, 1 night Izmir, 1 night Pamukkale, 1 night Kusadasi, 1 nights Ayvalik.

VISITING:

4 nights Istanbul, 1 nights Ayvacik, 1 night Izmir, 1 night Pamukkale, 1 night Kusadasi, 1 nights Ayvalik.

Seven Churches Tour Religious Tour:

Day 1: Istanbul: Assistance upon arrival and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Istanbul. Includes: (D).

Day 2: Istanbul: Full day excursion of Istanbul. Morning visit to Topkapi Palace, St. Sophia Museum, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome area with the Obelisk of Theodosius. The Columness of Serpantine and Porphyro genetius. Lunch at a site restaurant. After lunch visit Yerebatan cistern. Dinner at the hotel and overnight. Overnight in Istanbul. Includes: (B), (L), (D).

Day 3: Istanbul-Izmir: After breakfast transfer to Istanbul Ataturk Airport to catch your flight to Izmir. Your motor coach will be waiting for you at Izmir Airport. Visit of the town, visit to Kadifekale and Agora. Afternoon is left at your leisure. Overnight in Izmir. Includes: (B), (L), (D).

Day 4: Izmir-Bergama-Izmir: Drive to Bergama. (Pergamon) Visit of Asclepion one of the foremost medical centers of the ancient world. After having lunch on the way, visit of Thyatira (Akhisar) where the old Hellenistic plays and forums were staged. Back to hotel in time for dinner. Overnight in Izmir. Includes: (B), (L), (D).

Day 5: Izmir-Pamukkale: Early in the morning you will drive to Sardes one of the most picturesque areas of any of the churches. After lunch you will drive on to Hierapolis via Philadelphia (Alasehir) another of the churches mentioned in the Revelation of John, now a living city like Izmir and Akhisar (Thyatira). You will visit the ruins of Hierapolis founded by Eumentes II in 190 B.C. and overnight at a pleasant hotel where you relax and take a swim in the naturally warm pools. Overnight in Pamukkale. Includes: (B), (L), (D).

Day 6: Pamukkale-Kusadasi: Drive to Kusadasi. On the way visit of Aphrodisias and Laodicea. The present day visitor to Laodicea finds a large area littered with broken marble tops of the stone masonry walls. Aphrodisias is one of ancient towns which archeology today has brought to attention. Overnight at a comfortable hotel in Kusadasi. Includes: (B), (L), (D).

Day 7: Kusadasi: Full day excursion to Selcuk and Ephesus. Our tour begins with a visit to the little town of Selcuk, just outside of which lies the remains of one of the seven wonders of the world, the Temple of Artemis, St. Jean’s Basilica Isa Bey Mosque. At the top of the hill on which the mosque lies is the citadel. Three kilometers from Selcuk the road branches off to Ephesus, set at the foot of mount Pion, visit of Double Church of Virgin and House of Virgin Mary. After your stroll through Biblical site of Ephesus your coach will take you back to your hotel in Kusadasi. Includes: (B), (L), (D).

Day 8: Miletus-Didyma-Priene-Kusadasi: Visit the Greco-Roman city of Priene. Then visit Miletus theater where Paul spoke to the locals. Last visit to the Apollo Temple in Didyma, the famous oracle center of Asia Minor. Return to Kusadasi. (B, D).

Day 9: Kusadasi-Izmir: Today we will visit Saint John Basilica, Virgin Mary House and Temple of Artemis. Return to Kusadasi for overnight.

Day 10: Departure: Transfer to the airport for your flight back home.

Notes: Airfare is not included in the tour price. (B), (L), (D); B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner

Tour package includes: 
– 9 nights at good 4 star hotels in Turkey.
– Sightseeing as per the itinerary.
– All escorted transfers.
– Daily breakfast and 9 dinners (B: breakfast, D: dinner).
– Transportation by private A/C bus with driver throughout the tour.
– Car ferry cost, tolls, parking fees, gasoline.
– Bible Oriented English speaking professional tour guide throughout the tour.
– Entry fees to the sites and museums.
– Service charges and local taxes.

Excludes:
– Lunches and all drinks.
– Turkish Visa fee.
– Personal expenses.
– Any other service which is not mentioned above.

Ephesus Meeting Tour are on V.I.P standards and more reasonable than cruise company excursions rate, which are designed for the larger groups. Our driver and guide are never the same person; We are giving you a professional tour guide and a professional driver. 100% Satisfaction Guarantee, No extra hidden charges.

THE PRICE INCLUDES:

-Transportation in a late model air-conditioned Mercedes Vito Minivan
-Professional licensed in your language speaking tour guide throughout the tour
-All entrance fees
-Private air – conditioned non-smoking vehicle with the driver
-Transportation from Istanbul, Istanbul Airport, Istanbul hotels.
-Half Board, Breakfast and Dinner.
-On the Minivan Water Services.

NOT INCLUDED:

-Personal Expenses
-Beverages served at lunch
-Drinks
-Tips for guide and driver.