Biblical Türkiye
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- No booking fees
- duration 7 days
- tour type Small group Request as private
- age requirement 8-95 yrs
- max group size 2
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-41230
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- Operated in English
- Explore the Magnificent Topkapi Palace Museum of the Ottoman Sultans in Istanbul
- Walk through the ruins of ancient cities and relive the ancient past in Izmir
- See remains from the Temple of Artemis at the Archaeological Museum of Ephesus
- Marvel at Pamukkale’s mineral-rich thermal waters and see the nearby ancient city of Hierapolis
This Biblical tour reveals the footsteps of St. Paul’s journeys in Türkiye and the Seven Churches of Asia Minor. There are many religious sites and places to explore such as Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Sardis, Philadelphia, Laodicea, and Thyatira. The pilgrimage is must for the true believers of Christianity. The tour begins in the city of Istanbul with two most famous attractions in Türkiye. Discover the magnificent Topkapi Palace which was the residence of the Ottoman sultans then, walk across Byzantine Hippodrome that was the scene of chariot races. Walk through the gardens that takes you to the Blue Mosque of Sultan Ahmed. Next day, early morning flight to Izmir will make you visit Pergamum then continue to Thyatira a city of artisans’ guilds in St. Paul time. Later, explore Ephesus with its expansive synthesis of Greco-Roman and Christian ruins. Begin your day by exploring Sardis with its beautiful gymnasium and marble paved synagogue. Then continue to Philadelphia a favourite city of St. Paul and John. Next, morning visit Hierapolis. This was Philip the Evangelist’s home. Afterwards, stop by Laodicea which will take you back to the first century, which was the important trade route towards south. With endless memories your journey ends here with a transfer back to Izmir.
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Day 1: Istanbul Arrival
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Day 2: Istanbul
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Day 3: Istanbul - Pergamum – Thyatira – Smyrna (izmir)
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Day 4: Ephesus – St. Mary’s House – Izmir
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Day 5: Sardis – Philadelphia – Pamukkale
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Day 6: Hierapolis – Laodicea – Izmir
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Day 7: Izmir –
- 06 Nights’ accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar
- Luggage assistance at all hotels
- Daily breakfast at the hotel
- 04 Dinners at the hotel
- Arrival and departure airport transfers
- All Transportation in AC deluxe vehicle
- Domestic flight from Istanbul to Izmir
- Service of English-speaking expert tour guides
- All Sightseeing as per the itinerary
- All local applicable taxes
- All Entrance fees as per the itinerary
- Items of a personal nature, tips, and gratuities
- Travel Insurance
- Items not mentioned as included
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Biblical Türkiye tour. You can cancel the tour up to 78 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 77 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 16 September 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 16 September 2024, a deposit of 30% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 77 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceBiblical Türkiye tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Biblical Türkiye tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
IS THIS A CHILD FRIENDLY TOUR? ARE THERE ANY RESTRICTIONS?- All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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