Biblical Highlights of Turkey Tour

After breakfast, you will meet your guide and start your Istanbul Old City Tour discovering the rich heritage of the historical peninsula. This Istanbul tour begins with visits to the iconic Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, followed by the stunning Topkapi Palace, the former residence of Ottoman sultans. You will then explore the ancient Hippodrome area and see the Obelisk of Theodosius, a remarkable monument from Roman times. The tour concludes with free time at the lively Grand Bazaar, where you can experience one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Izmir. Upon arrival, your guide will meet you and begin your full day biblical journey. You will visit Smyrna (Izmir), one of the Seven Churches of Revelation, and continue to the ancient Agora, once the commercial center of the city. The journey continues as part of your biblical highlights of Turkey tour, leading you to Pergamon, where you will explore the Acropolis and Asclepion, followed by Thyatira, an important early Christian city. Overnight in Izmir.

After breakfast, depart for a full day biblical journey as part of your Pamukkale Tour experience. You will visit Sardes, ancient capital of Lydia, followed by Philadelphia, one of the Seven Churches, and Laodicea, an important early Christian center. The day continues in Pamukkale, famous for its white thermal terraces, and Hierapolis Ancient City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Overnight in Kusadasi.

Today you will explore Ephesus Ancient City, one of the most important classical cities where St. Paul once preached, a highlight of your Ephesus tour. You will also visit the House of the Virgin Mary and the Basilica of St. John. After the tour, fly to Cappadocia. Overnight in Cappadocia.

For a truly memorable experience, you may take part in the optional hot air balloon flight, one of the most iconic highlights of any Cappadocia tour. Observing the sunrise as it lights up the valleys creates spectacular views and a magical beginning to the morning. 
After breakfast, you will visit Goreme Open Air Museum, Fairy Chimneys, Avanos, and Uchisar Castle, discovering the unique volcanic landscape and historical rock-cut churches. Overnight in Cappadocia.
 

After breakfast, visit one of the largest Cappadocia Underground Cities, where early Christians once lived and hid during persecution. This is an important part of your Cappadocia trip. After the tour, continue to Adana and check in to your hotel. Overnight in Adana.

After breakfast, depart for Antakya, an important destination in any Turkey tour focused on early Christianity. You will visit St. Pierre Church, one of the earliest cave churches, and the Antakya Mosaic Museum, known for its rich Roman mosaic collection. Overnight in Adana.

After breakfast, transfer to Adana Airport for your flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day is free. This is part of your Istanbul tour experience. Overnight in Istanbul.

Based on your flight schedule, your transfer to the airport will be arranged approximately 4 hours prior to departure. This marks the conclusion of your Turkey trip, and we sincerely hope to welcome you again for another memorable journey in the future.