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7 Churches in Asia Minor (06 Night – 07 Days Turkey)

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7 days (approx.)

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Overview

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-Aphrodisias. All these places provided a relatively safe haven for the Early Christians. For those looking to make a spiritual journey, Turkey cannot be overlooked. For a more in-depth discovery of Biblical Turkey, join our tours where you can choose to do a small group tour or a private tour.
Drive 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.
You will venture to the UNESCO-listed Ephesus where you will see one of the world's best-preserved ancient sites and see where the Virgin Mary spent her final days at the House of the Virgin Mary. Get to experience the Temple of Artemis one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.

What's Included

Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Private transportation
All accommodation
Pick up and drop off from Istanbul Airport
An experienced and professional guide

Other services not mentioned
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities (optional)
Flight Tickets

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Pickup details

Pickup from Istanbul Airport or a centrally located hotel in Istanbul.

What To Expect

Day 1

Arrival Day - Visit The Legendary Troy

2 Stops

Day 2

Canakkale - Kusadasi: Visit Pergamon, Acropolis, The St. John's Basilica

3 Stops

Day 3

Kusadasi - Pamukkale: Visit Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary and Hierapolis

4 Stops

Ancient City of Ephesus

Ephesus (Rev,2:1-7) was an important coastal city for Pagans and Christians, for religious and secular reasons, including being the place Romans landed when about to take over the province of Asia. Its ancient population was about a quarter of a million. The temple of Artemis at Ephesus was sponsored by the Lydian king Croesus, designed by the Greek architect Chersiphron, and decorated with bronze statues sculpted by the renowned Pheidias, Polycleitus, Kresilas, and Phradmon.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

Entrusted one to the other by Jesus himself, John and Mary would certainly respect the last wishes of their beloved Jesus Christ. Therefore, it is entirely plausible to believe that since Mary’s safety would be of paramount importance to John, he took Mary with him to the safety of Ephesus. The people of “Kirkince” (now Sirince), a village about 17 km from Meryem Ana Evi, traditionally believed that there had been a house on Bulbul Dagi (Nightingale Hill) where Mary had lived. Every year on August 15, the Feast of the Assumption, they made a pilgrimage to Meryem Ana Evi. They believed that Mary was Assumed into heaven from this place.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Hierapolis & Pamukkale

Hierapolis is listed in the New Testament along with Laodicea as the center of Epaphras’s work (Colossians 4:13). This was at the time Paul was writing to strengthen the message Epaphras was preaching and to condemn the “people who go in for self-mortification and angel-worship” (Colossians 2:18). Another less well-known resident of Hierapolis was Papias, a disciple of St. John and the author of the lost book called the Sayings of Jesus.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Pamukkale Thermal Pools

Pamukkale, located in the province of Denizli this natural wonder is comprised of terraces and travertine formed by hot springs and streams depositing carbonate minerals. Pamukkale has gained eminence for its waters believed to have curative powers and been used as a thermal bath for centuries.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Day 4

Pamukkale - Izmir: Visit Leodicea, Philadelphia, Sardes and Smyrna

4 Stops

Laodikeia Antik Kenti

The ancient city of Laodicea (Rev,3:14-22), also known as Laodicea on the Lycus, is the first institutional and the largest archaeological site in Denizli. Laodicea had one of the seven churches of Asia mentioned in the Book of Revelation. The seventh one is the Laodicea Church.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Philadelphia Siesean Kilisesi

Philadelphia (modern Alashehir) (Rev, 3:7-13) was founded in the 3rd century BC by one of the Pergamenian kings and named after Attalus II (159–138 B.C.) who, in spite of Roman pressure, maintained loyalty and love for his brother, Eumenes II (197–159 B.C.)— thus the name “Philadelphia” (brotherly love).

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Sardis (Sardes)

One of the most picturesque areas of any of the Seven Churches is the site of Sardis (Rev,3:1-6). Sardis is an ancient city that was located near the village of Sart, in the Salihli district of Manisa, and was the capital of Lydia state. It was founded in 1300 BC and was destroyed in 1200 AD. Sardes is the place where the money was first printed according to known history. It is also the beginning of the famous King's Road in history. The spur of Mt. Tmolus (Boz Dağ) protrudes from the base of the mountain like the prow of a ship and constitutes the nigh impregnable citadel of the once famous city. Down through the ages wind and water have carved the sandstone and conglomerate of that spur and the surrounding country into distinctive sharp hills.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Old Smyrna

The area of Old Smyrna (Rev,2:8-11) near Bayraklı across the bay from the present Izmir was inhabited during the first half of the third millennium B.C. Smyrna was the second city to receive a letter from the apostle John in the book of Revelation. Acts 19:10 suggests that the church there was founded during Paul’s third missionary journey. Due to the fact that the port city of Izmir houses the second largest population in Turkey today, the site of ancient Smyrna has been little excavated. Excepting the agora, theater, and sections of the Roman aqueduct, little remains of the ancient city.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Day 5

Izmir - Bursa: Visit Church of St. Polycarp, Thyatira

3 Stops

Day 6

Bursa - Istanbul: Visit Hagia Sophia and the Hippodrome

2 Stops

Day 7

Istanbul/Home: Visit Topkapi Palace

2 Stops

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 7 Churches in Asia Minor (06 Night – 07 Days Turkey)?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 7 Churches in Asia Minor (06 Night – 07 Days Turkey)?

A:

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Apr 2025

Q: What's included in the price?

A:

The following is included:

Breakfast.
Dinner.
Lunch.
Private transportation.
All accommodation.
Pick up and drop off from Istanbul Airport.
An experienced and professional guide.

The following is NOT included:

Other services not mentioned.
Personal expenses.
Tips and gratuities (optional).
Flight Tickets.

Apr 2025

Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?

A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025

Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?

A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025

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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025

Q: Is this an accessible tour?

A:

Accessibility information for the 7 Churches in Asia Minor (06 Night – 07 Days Turkey) is as follows:

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Apr 2025

Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?

A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 7 Churches in Asia Minor (06 Night – 07 Days Turkey) will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

Mar 2024