5 Day Private Izmir Seven Churches Tour with English Guide

Izmir, Turkey
Duration5 days
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

While St. John the Apostle was on exile on Patmos Island, he received instructions from Jesus Christ, according to the Revelation 1:11; in which Jesus said "Write on a scroll what you see and send it to the seven churches: to Ephesus, and to Smyrna, and to Pergamum, and to Thyatira, and to Sardis, and to Philadelphia, and to Laodicea" .

What's included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Guidance Service
  • Lunch and Drinks
  • Gratitues

What to expect

Day 1: Izmir Airport
  1. Izmir
    2h
    After arriving at the airport, starting road to Kusadasi
Day 2: Ephesus
  1. Ephesus Museum
    8h · Admission ticket included
    we'll visit Ephesus, known as the "loveless church." It's the most important of the seven churches. We'll also explore the House of Virgin Mary, where she spent her final years. It's a special place for many people.
    Finally, our pilgrimage concludes at the Basilica of St. John, also called the Church of St. John the Theologian.
    Accomodation at a Kusadasi.
Day 3: Pamukkale&Laodicia
  1. Laodikeia Antik Kenti
    8h · Admission ticket included
    Get ready for a day of natural wonders! First, we'll see the amazing white terraces of Pamukkale, which is like stepping into a dream. Then, we'll explore Laodicea, the church criticized for having a lukewarm faith. It's a place where Christianity mixed with other beliefs.
    Accomodation at a Pamukkale.
Day 4: Sardis&Thyatira&Philadelpia
  1. Sardis (Sardes)
    8h · Admission ticket included
    Today, we'll dive into even more stories. First, we'll explore Thyatira, known as the "adulterous church." It's mentioned in the Book of Revelation and has some interesting tales about false prophets and a person named Jezebel.

    Next up is Sardis, the "dead church." Jesus had some important things to say to Sardis, like how they had a name for being alive but were actually not. After Sardis, we'll visit the "faithful church" of Philadelphia.
    Accomodation at a hotel.
Day 5: Bergama
  1. Bergama
    8h
    We'll head to Pergamon, known as the "compromising church." This city has a connection to the altar of Zeus, which is pretty interesting. After exploring Pergamon, we'll return to Izmir Airport.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

You must have landed at the airport 1 hour before the start of the tour program, and at
the end of the tour program, we will drop you back at the airport 2 hours before.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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