Seven Apocalyptical Churches III

Overview

The Seven Apocalyptical Churches III Tour is an 8-day, 7-night exploration that brings the early Christian world to life through the sacred sites of the Seven Churches of Revelation. Starting in vibrant Istanbul, the tour ventures through key historical cities including Canakkale, Pergamon, Izmir, Pamukkale, Miletus, and Ephesus, retracing the journey of apostles and early Christians. You will discover ancient temples, Roman theaters, breathtaking landscapes such as Cotton Castle, and early Christian basilicas. This itinerary blends biblical history, Greco-Roman heritage, and natural wonders, creating a deeply immersive and educational experience. Designed for culturally curious and spiritually inclined travelers, this tour includes English-speaking guides, comfortable accommodations, and full-board options throughout.

Highlights

  • Visit all Seven Churches of the Apocalypse: Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamon, Thyatira, Sardes, Philadelphia, and Laodicea.
  • Explore key biblical and historical landmarks including the House of the Virgin Mary, Red Basilica, Hierapolis, Temple of Trajan, and Miletus.
  • Enjoy guided tours through Troy, the city of Homer’s Iliad, and see the legendary Trojan Horse site
  • Discover the unique geological formations of Pamukkale, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Delve into the origins of early Christian philosophy at Miletus, home to Thales and St. Paul’s farewell address.
  • Ferry across the Dardanelles Strait and walk in the footsteps of apostles, saints, and ancient kings.
  • All tours conducted in English with departures, hotel stays, meals, and internal flights included.

Itinerary

Day 01 :
Istanbul

Arrival in Istanbul and assistance at the airport. Transfer to the chosen hotel and accommodation.

Day 02 :
Istanbul

Breakfast. Full day tour of the city. In the morning we will visit the Saintta Sophia, Istanbul's most identifying monument, one of the most appreciated and beautiful architectural wonders; in addition to being one of the largest churches in the world. Then we will visit the Topkapi Palace, where the sultans lived between 1478 and 1856. Topkapi is not a unique structure, but an organic monumental complex made up of various kiosks, gardens and areas spread over the neighborhood of the historic center of the city of Istanbul to the tip of the Golden Horn. We continue towards the Blue Mosque; admired for its six tall minarets and terraced domes that rise in the center of the building; you will see that the architect achieved his objective; perfection with this impressive piece of architecture. Lunch. In the afternoon visit to the Roman Hippodrome (Seventh Severe period). It was the place where chariot races and circuses served as entertainment for the inhabitants of Constantinople for over a thousand years. We will end the day in the covered market Grand Bazaar where they will enjoy free time. Hotel moving and lodging.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 03 :
Istanbul - Canakkale

Breakfast and departure to the Basilica of Saint Salvador in Chora built in the 4th century. The Kariye or Saint Savior Museum in Chora is admired for having the most beautiful mosaics in the Byzantine world, in addition to granting frescoes inside. We will continue towards Çanakkale. Lunch. Ferry crossing the Dardanelles Strait; we will arrive in Çanakkale, transfer to the hotel, dinner and accommodation.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 04 :
Canakkale – Pergamon – Tiatira – Izmir

Breakfast at the hotel and we will visit Troya, the famous and ancient city of Homer’s Iliad and Trojan War, along with the history of the Trojan horse. We will continue towards Pergamon, one of the richest cities in the ancient Roman province of Asia and the place where the scroll was created, also home of the Seven Churches of the Apocalypse is located. The ruins of the Acropolis are located on top of a mountain that is in the center of the current city of Bergama. At the Acropolis, we will visit the steepest theater in the world, the Temple of Trajan, the Temple of Nea and the Altar of Zeus. We will continue with the Red Basilica, Temple of the Egyptian Gods, which was later transformed into a basilica by the Byzantines. End of the day; departure to Izmir, arrival, transfer to the hotel, dinner and accommodation.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 05 :
Izmir – Sardes – Philadelphia – Laodicea – Pamukkale

Breakfast. Depart for Thyatira Akhisar, a city known for purple dyes. We will visit the remains of a basilica from the Byzantine era. We will continue towards Sardis, the current Salihli, capital of Lydia; opulent city and the first place where gold coins were minted. We will visit the Temple of Artemis, the Gym and the Synagogue. Lunch on the way. We will continue with the city of Philadelphia, where we will visit the church of St. John. After visiting Philadelphia, we’ll head to Pamukkale. Arrival at the hotel, dinner and accommodation.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 06 :
Pamukkale – Ephesus – Kusadasi

Pamukkale – Laodicea – Mileto – Kusadasi:

Breakfast. Visit to the city of Pamukkale, which means "Cotton Castle" in Turkish, due to its white waterfalls. Natural travertine pools are formations caused by hot springs. We will visit the city of Hierapolis, the theater and the largest necropolis in Anatolia. We will also see the São Felipe Atrium. The apostle Philip was martyred during the persecutions ordered by Domitian. We will continue with the visit of Laodicea. This city had one of the seven churches of the Apocalypse. We will visit the Roman ruins. Lunch. Finally, we will visit the city of Miletus, which was recognized as a school of philosophy where the great philosopher Thales lived. It is also here that St. Paul delivers his farewell address to the Ephesians. Arrive in Kusadasi, dinner and accommodation.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 07 :
Kusadasi – Ephesus – Izmir – Istanbul

Breakfast. Depart for Ephesus, the best-preserved ancient city in Asia Minor, which during the first and second centuries had a population of 250,000. We will visit Hadrian's Temple, the Roman Baths, the Celsius Library and the Odeon, a theater with capacity for 24,500 spectators. In Ephesus, we will also visit the Church of the Virgin Mary, where the Third Ecumenical Council was held in 431. Lunch. We will start at the House of the Virgin Mary where she spent her final years. We will continue to visit the Basilica of Saint John to appreciate the tomb of the Apostle John. Transfer to Izmir airport for flight to Istanbul. Transfer to the hotel and accommodation.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 08 :
Istanbul

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport to take a flight to Istanbul.
Meals: Breakfast

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Seven Apocalyptical Churches III
  • Departures in English
  • Istanbul
  • Spring, Summer, Autumn
  • Istanbul > Canakkale > Bergama > Izmir > Pamukkale > Kusadasi > Izmir > Istanbul
  • 7 Nights / 8 Days

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