Seven Churches of Revelation-Five Days
From Izmir to Izmir
Tour Operator: Tour Altinkum Travel
Physical rating: Low, EASY
Special diets catered: Meat, Halal, Vegetarians
Group size: 2 - 12
Age range: 1-99
Tour operated in: English ,Spanish
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Tour Overview
Discover seven churches in revelation refer to seven literal churches described in Revelation chapters 2 and 3. These churches are all located on the Western part of modern Turkey; Ephesus, Smyrna (Izmir), Laodicea, Sardis, Pergamum, Philadelphia and Thyatira. At the time these were the seven cities with major Christian congregations in Anatolia. The archeological remains of all seven locations still exist today. Walk on the 1st century roman road where Paul actually walked on his missionary journey. Discover the meanings of the letters in revelation by observing the actual places. Find out Ancient Christian Traditions of early congregations from your Bible Oriented Guide, 4* hotel accommodation, Luxury transportation, Skip-The-Line tickets, lunch at tours provided.
Highlights
Ancient Ephesus, Mother Mary House, Basilica of St John- Pergamum - Thyatira - Smyrna (Izmir)
- Hierapolis, Sardis, Philadelphia and Laodicea
Places You'll See
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Cities & Attractions:
Pergamum
Ephesus
Virgin Mary House
Hierapolis
Itinerary
Day 1
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Arrival to Izmir
Location: İzmir
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Ontur Hotel
Upon arrival, Izmir Airport you wıll be greeted by your driver and driven to your hotel. Check-in. Overnight in Izmir
Day 2
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Pergamum - Thyatira - Smyrna (Izmir)
Location: Akropolis, Pergamon Ancient City, Alaşehir, İzmir
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Ontur Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Upon breakfast at the hotel meet your guide and drive to Pergamum. There you explore the impressive Acropolis, the actual ancient city and see the Altar of Zeus which is mentioned as the throne of Satan’, the Temple of Trajan and the third biggest Library of antiquity. Later visit the Red Basilica (St. John’s Church). Then we continue our drive visit to Thyatira, now called Akhisar. There we see the remains of a basilica and some architectural fragments from the Roman period. Upon driving to Izmir before we check in at the hotel in Izmir, we enjoy a panoramic ride of Smyrna, the third-largest city in Turkey and one of the sites of the Seven Churches of Asia. Overnight in Izmir.
Day 3
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Hierapolis, Sardis, Philadelphia and Laodicea
Location: Pamukkale, Sardis, Philadelphia Siesean Church, The ancient city of Laodicea, Hierapolis Theater, Pammukale Thermal Pools
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Colossae Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Today we depart early in the morning to Sardis, There you see the remains of Sardis such as the gorgeous restored gymnasium and the Synagogue Then we continue our journey to Philadelphia, today called Alasehir. There we see the remains of a Byzantine basilica built of bricks, with a bit of high arch and some 11th-century frescoes. Afterwards we drive to the healing city of Hierapolis, actually, Pamukkale, where hot mineral water bursts from the earth and cascades over steep cliffs forming pools, channels, and stalactites, There we visit the Martyrium of the Apostle Philip. Then we drive to Laodicea. There you walk among the ancient streets of the city and see the ancient structures. Overnight in a Thermal Hotel in Pamukkale.
Day 4
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Ancient Ephesus - Mary House - Basilica of St. John
Location: Ancient Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary, Basilica Of Saint John, Ancient Ephesus, The Temple of Artemis
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Efe Boutique Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Drive to Ephesus and visit the ancient city of Ephesus. There you walk through history along marble streets lined with wonderful public buildings such as the Baths of Scholastica, the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian and the Theatre. Later we drive to the House of Virgin Mary where she spent her last days and the ascention took place. After that, you visit the Basilica of St. John and Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. After the tour drives you to your hotel. Overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 5
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Departure Day
Location: İzmir
Meals: Breakfast
Upon breakfast at the hotel check out and according to your flight time drive to Airport. End of the service
What's Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Transfer services from-to Airport
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Fully Guided
Bible oriented tour guide throughout the tour
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Land transportation by air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
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Meals – Half Board
Meal plan as mentioned on the itinerary
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
Free Wifi at the hotels
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Entrance Fees
Entry Tickets to historical sites
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Accommodation
4* accommodation
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenses
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Drinks with Meals
Beverages with meals
Requirements
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