The Seven Churches of Asia Minor (4 Nights/5 Days)
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The Seven Churches of Asia Minor (4 Nights/5 Days)
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The Seven Churches of Revelations or the Churches of Apocalypse that are in the book of John refer to seven major cities through Western Turkey: Thyatira-Sardis-Laodicea-Philadelphia-Hierapolis-Ephesus. All these places provided a relatively safe haven for the Early Christians. For those looking to make a spiritual journey, Turkey cannot be overlooked.
Explore Pergamum, actually called Bergama and is one of the sites of the Seven Churches of Asia [Rev. 1:11; 2:12]. We explore the impressive Acropolis and is the steepest theatre in the world. Visit of the most picturesque areas of the Seven Churches of Asia [Rev. 1:11; 3:1-4], Sardis which was the capital of the ancient Lydian kingdom of the 6th century BC and portrayed as a dying church.
You will venture to the UNESCO-listed Ephesus where you will see one of the worlds best-preserved ancient site and see where Virgin Mary spent her final days at the House of the Virgin Mary.
Itinerary
Smyrna - Pergamum
Old Smyrna
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedArrival Izmir Airport meet and assist by English speaking guide and depart for the visit St.Polycarp Church in Izmir ancient Smyrna; (Rev,2:8-11)Pergamon Ancient City
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedContinue to Pergamum; a most memorable experience will be Pergamum, with its acropolis (high city) and Great Theatre, the steepest of the ancient world. Revelation 2:12-16 describes the city as "where Satan's seat is", a reference to the altar of Zeus, where we pause for reflection on the fulfillment of Scripture. Nearby, visit the Red Basilica; once a pagan temple, it later converted into a Christian church. Finally, walk through the Asclepion, the famous medical center of antiquity. Dinner and overnight at your hotel in Izmir.- AccommodationsHotel in IzmirFood And DrinksDinner
Thyatira – Sardis – Philadelphia
Thyateira Hill Tombs
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedVisit Thyatira, which is now called Akhisar and is another one of the Seven Churches of Asia [Rev. 1:11; 2:18-24; Acts 16:14] and was a city famous for purple dyes and Lydia, the trader of purple in Philippi, was from Thyatira. We then visit the remains of a basilica and architectural fragments from the Roman period.Sardis (Sardes)
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedVisit of the most picturesque areas of the Seven Churches of Asia [Rev. 1:11; 3:1-4], Sardis which was the capital of the ancient Lydian kingdom of the 6th century BC and portrayed as a dying church.Philadelphia Siesean Kilisesi
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedThen we continue our travels to Philadelphia, now called Alasehir, another of the Seven Churches of Asia [Rev. 1:11; 3:7], and is the only church that is not censured. Here we see the remains of a Byzantine basilica built of brick, with a high arch and some 11th-century frescoes. Dinner and overnight in Pamukkale.- AccommodationsHotel in PamukkaleFood And DrinksBreakfastDinner
Hierapolis – Laodicea
Hierapolis & Pamukkale
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedDrive to the healing city of Hierapolis and Pamukkale, which is a white cotton fortress where hot mineral water bursts from the ground and cascades over cliffs forming pools, channels and stalactites. The healing waters were known to the founders of Hierapolis and Laodicea in 190 BC. In Hierapolis, we visit the Martyrium of the Apostle Philip where he was martyred during the persecutions ordered by Domitian.Laodicea
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedProceed to Laodicea now known as Denizli, also a Church of the Asia Minor [Rev. 1:11; 3:14] where you will see the ancient theatre, the remains of a basilica and some ancient stone water pipes.- AccommodationsHotel in KusadasiFood And DrinksBreakfastDinner
Ephesus - Kusadasi
Ancient City of Ephesus
4 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedDrive to Ephesus where you will visit the ancient city of Ephesus, including the Basilica of St. John and the Ephesus archaeological museum. The Apostle Paul preached to the Ephesians here and lived there for three years, and the church also received an epistle from him. We tour the splendid ruins where excavations continue in this once great and important city, which was founded in the 10th century BC. Walk through the long history along the marble streets lined with magnificent public buildings, among them the Baths of Scholastica, the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian and the Theatre. The Temple of Diana of the Ephesians, another of the seven wonders of the ancient world, was built in this city.Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedVisit The House of Virgin Mary, which is claimed she spent her last days before a drive to Kusadasi for an overnight stay.- AccommodationsHotel in KusadasiFood And DrinksBreakfastDinner
Departure Day
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not IncludedPick up from your hotel and transfer to Izmir airport for flight back home- Food And DrinksBreakfast
What's included
INCLUDED
Entry fees to the sites and museums
Dinner (4)
Breakfast (4)
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
All accommodation
Transportation by a Luxurious car/Van with professional driver
Airport transfers where needed
Professional and experienced licensed guide during the tours
NOT INCLUDED
Other services not mentioned
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities (optional)
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Location
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Ord. Prof. Dr. Ekrem Akurgal Cad. No: 95, Izmir, Turkiye
Provider
Goodman Tours
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