Turkey Biblical Tour (Private), Istanbul

Despre activitate

Every year we get more and more inquiries for Biblical tours in Turkey as a lot of people have recently discovered the important role these lands played in the history of Christianity. Therefore, for Bible land tours we carefully choose guides who have good knowledge of Bible and Christian history.

During our Bible tours, our guests can visit many magnificent churches, some nearly as old as Christianity itself, and can retrace the footsteps of Apostle Jhon and Paul from the Biblical city of Ephesus to the underground churches of Cappadocia.

Our Biblical tour guides are locals who have very good knowledge not only about the sights in the area, but also about the history of Christianity. They are all fluent in English, and some of them guide also in other languages.

If you want to visit more biblical sites in Turkey; you can contact us and we can allways customize this itinerary.

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Pe scurt

Durată: 10 zile
Confirmare: Confirmare imediată
Bilet: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Grup: Doar grupul tău
Persoane pe rezervare: 1–10
Ghid: germană, engleză, spaniolă
Organizator: Turkey Private Tours

Vârste: Bebeluși (0–3 ani) · Copii (4–11 ani) · Adulți (12–85 ani)

Ce include

Inclus

Inclus: Different hotel options are available to choose.
Inclus: Lunch
Inclus: Private tour (transport, guiding, entrances, parking fees, lunch)
Inclus: Cappadocia - Istanbul flight tickets.

Nu este inclus

Nu este inclus: Hot Air Baloon in Cappadocia
Nu este inclus: Dinners
Nu este inclus: Gratitudes

Itinerar

Ziua 1 · Arrival to Istanbul

Istanbul

Trecere fără oprire

transfer from airport to your hotel, overnight stay

We will stay in Istanbul. Different hotel options are available to choose.

Ziua 2 · Istanbul Old City tour

Istanbul

45 min

You will start the tour from the Byzantine Hippodrome that was used for public entertainments organised by emperors.
Blue Mosque

40 min

Also known under its official name, the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, it is famous for its handmade, blue ceramic tiles that decorate its interior.
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

1 h 30 min

The Church of Holy Wisdom is one of the most important sites in the world when it comes to history of art and architecture. It used to be the biggest orthodox church in the world, and nowdays it is a musem/mosque, one of the most visited sites in Turkey.
TopkapI Palace

1 h 30 min Intrarea inclusă

This former imperial residence of Ottoman Sultans is one of the largest palaces in the world, and a very good example of Ottoman art and architecture.
Grand Bazaar

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At the end of the tour you will have chance to walk and shop in the oldest and the largest covered market place in the world with more than 4000 shops.

After the tour return to hotel and overnight stay

Overnight stay in Istanbul. Different hotel options are available to choose.

Ziua 3 · Istanbul tour

Bosphorus Strait

2 ore Intrarea inclusă

During a 2 hour Bosphorous boat trip you will see the bridges of Istanbul, Dolmabahce and Beylerbeyi Palaces, Anadolu and Rumeli fortresses and beautiful houses around the strait).
Misir Carsisi

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This covered market area is the 17 century structure that housed the majority of the city’s spice trade.

After the tour transfer to airport to fly to Izmir; arrival in Izmir, transfer from airport to a hotel in Kusadasi; overnight stay in Kusadası

After half day tour of Istanbul you will drive about 5 hrs to Canakkale and overnight stay in Canakkale.

Ziua 4 · Troy - Alexander Troas - Assos

Troy (Truva)

o oră Intrarea inclusă

After breakfast you will have short drive and you will visit Homer’s legendary Troy and see the replica of the wooden horse.
Alexandria Troas Antik Kenti

30 min Intrarea inclusă

After short drive you will reach Alexandria Troas; St. Paul sailed to Greece from here ( Acts 16:8.); this is also the place where he raised Eutychus from the dead ( Acts 20:5-12).
Assos

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Our final stop during this tour is Assos; on the last leg of his third missionary journey, Paul walked from Alexandria Troas to Assos ( Acts 20:5-6,13-14) where he met his companions, who had gone ahead of him by sea.

We will stay in Assos. Different hotel options are available.

Ziua 5 · Pergamon - Akhisar (Thyatira) - Izmir (Smyrna)

Pergamon Ancient City

1 h 30 min Intrarea inclusă

Departure from Assos and 3 hours driving to Pergamon; in Pergamon you will see the Acropolis, Temple of Athena, Serapis Temple, Heroon, Sanctuary of Athena, Library of Pergamon, Temple of Trajan, Theatre, Zeus Altar, Red Coart. Pergamon is the third of the ‘Seven Churches of Asia’ (Rev.1:11). This was the place of Satan’s throne ( Rev. 2:13).
Akhisar

45 min

Our second stop on this tour is Thyatira; it was one of the Seven Churches ( Revelation 1:11;2:18-28) Lydia, the seller of purple, who sold her dyes in Philippi was from this city, (Acts 16:14).
Izmir

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Then we will drive to Smyrna (Izmir) the third largest city of Turkey. It was the second city to receive a letter from the Apostle John in the book of Revelation (Acts 19:10). The letter in Revelation (2:8-11) is filled with the affection and joy that comes from triumph over hardship and persecution.

We will stay in Izmir. Different hotel options are available to choose.

Ziua 6 · Sardis - Philedelphia ( Alasehir) - Hierapolis ( Pamukkale)

Sardis (Sardes)

1 h 30 min Intrarea inclusă

After breakfast we will drive to Sardis. Here was one of the seven Asiatic Churches (Revelation 3:1-6). Sardis was the capital city of ancient Lydia. See the early church remaining in Sardis (Sardis Gymnasium, Jewish Synagogue, Diana Temple).
Alasehir

30 min

Then proceed to Philadelphia (Alasehir). Philadelphia (brotherly love) is not so ancient as many other cities of Asia Minor, it was founded after 189 BC. It was the seat of the ‘Seven Churches’ (Revelation 3:7-12).
Pamukkale

2 ore

Pamukkale is a town in western Turkey known for the mineral-rich thermal waters flowing down white travertine terraces on a nearby hillside. It neighbors Hierapolis, an ancient Roman spa city founded around 190 B.C. Ruins there include a well-preserved theater and a necropolis with sarcophagi that stretch for 2km. The Antique Pool is famous for its submerged Roman columns.

We will also visit the Gate of Domitian, the Arcadian Way, Necropolis and Apostle Philip’s tomb.

We will stay in Pamukkale. Different hotel options are available to choose.

Ziua 7 · Laodicea - Collosae

Laodicea

1 h 30 min Intrarea inclusă

After breakfast we will have a short drive to Laodicea ( Lukewarm Church) . The final letter of the churches of ancient Asia Minor is to the church in the city of Laodicea.

We visit the Christian Ruins as well as the Statue of Emperor Augustus, Aquaduct, Stadium, Ephesian Gate.
Oprirea 2

30 min

Then drive to the unexcavated city of Colossae (Honaz, Ancient metropolis of Phrygia, the recipient of Paul’s letter). The book of Colossians was addressed to the Church here (Col 1:2) and that Philemon lived in this city.

After the tour 3 hours driving to Kusadasi and overnight stay.

Overnight stay in Cappadocia. Different hotel options are available.

Ziua 8 · Ephesus Tour

Ephesus Museum

2 ore Intrarea inclusă

After breakfast we will drive to Ephesus; St. Paul visited Ephesus briefly during his second missionary journey and stayed there more than three years. Both Paul and Apostle John wrote letters to the Ephesians.

We also visit Baths of Scholastica, Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian, the Theater, Temple of Artemis which was one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
The House of the Virgin Mary

45 min Intrarea inclusă

We will visit the house, where it is believed Mary (mother of Jesus) lived her last years.
Basilica of St. John

45 min Intrarea inclusă

The Basilica of St. John was a basilica in Ephesus. It was constructed by Justinian I in the 6th century. It stands over the believed burial site of John the Apostle. It was modeled after the now lost Church of the Holy Apostles in Constantinople.

After the tour you will be transfered to Izmir airport for your Cappadocia Flight.

Overnight stay in Cappadocia. Different hotel options are available.

Ziua 9 · North Cappadocia Tour

Goreme Panorama

20 min

Esentepe Panoramic viewpoint gives an amazing landscape view over the town of Goreme in Cappadocia.
Goreme Open Air Museum

1 h 30 min Intrarea inclusă

Goreme Open Air Museum is a rocky settlement area that has hosted an extreme monastery life between 4th to 13th centuries D.C.. Being UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985, the Goreme Open Air Museum is also one most popular places to see in Cappadocia.
Pasabag Vadisi

45 min Intrarea inclusă

Monks Valley (Paşabağ Vadisi) in Cappadocia is famous for its perfect fairy chimneys, sculpted from ancient lava, ash, and basalt. Often known as Pasabag, Monks Valley is famous for its opportunities to hike among the boulders and into the hills that ring the area.
Avanos

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The old city of Avanos, whose name in ancient times was Venessa overlooks the longest river of Turkey, the Kızılırmak which also separates Avanos from the rest of Cappadocia.

The most famous historical feature of Avanos, which is still relevant and very visible today, is its production of earthenware pottery, it is also the most economic activity in the town.

You can visit one of the pottery workshops in the area.
Cappadocia Cave Dwellings

30 min

Devrent Valley in Cappadocia (also known as Imaginary Valley) is a beautiful valley full of unique rock formations, many of which are said to resemble animal shapes.

Overnight stay in Cappadocia. Different hotel options are available.

Ziua 10 · South Cappadocia Tour.

Kaymakli Underground City

o oră Intrarea inclusă

Buried beneath the surface of Cappadocia are a number of stunning underground cities built in ancient times to protect the local population from marauding armies and roving bands of invaders, but the Kaymaklı Underground City dwarfs them all with its sprawling layout.

Kaymaklı Underground City contained eight floors of subterranean defense, but currently only four of the floors are open to the public.
Red Valley

30 min Intrarea inclusă

interesting for walking, as you can see many vineyards and gardens throughout the valley
Cavusin

45 min

Cavusin old Greek village in Cappadocia Turkey has a 5th century church of Saint John, and a marvelous view into the Rose and Red Valleys.
Pigeon Valley

30 min

Guvercinlik Vadisi (Pigeon Valley) earned its name from the countless man made dovecotes (Pigeon Houses) that have been carved into the soft volcanic tuff.
Love Valley

45 min

Out-of-the-way destination with scenic sunset views & unique tower-shaped rock formations.

After the tour you will be transferd to Kayseri airport for your Istanbul flight.

Accommodation is not included to day 10. Please contact us if you need any accommodation for this night.

Punct de întâlnire și preluare

Organizatorul preia toți participanții de la cazare sau din locurile de mai jos.

Locuri de preluare

Harbour Suites Old City
Atlantis Royal Hotel
Vardar Palace Hotel
Gulseda Otel Apart
Hotel Inter Istanbul
Union Hotel Port
AHC Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class
Meddusa Hotel
Gulhane Corner Hotel
Chambers of the Boheme
Skalion Hotel
Arts Hotel Taksim

și încă 1.633 de locuri de preluare

We will meet you in hotel lobby or at the airport

Cum folosești biletul

All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.

Anulare

Anulare gratuită

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Bine de știut

Specialized infant seats are available
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult

Variante

With 3 Star Hotels

3 Star Hotels: 3 Star hotels included. Contact us for details.

Pickup included
With 4 star Hotels

4 Star Hotels: 4 Star Hotel included. Contact us for hotel details.

Pickup included
Tour Without Accommodation

You can arrange your own Hotels.

Pickup included
With 5 star Hotels

5 Star Hotels: 5 star Hotels included. Contact us for hotel details.

Pickup included