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Biblical Ephesus Group Tour to Cappadocia

Embark this Christian History Tour. You’ll journey from Genesis to Revelation during your trip. Turkey is the jewel of Biblical history!

The tour price is based on 15+ people. Kindly give us a call for more inquiries.

Highlights:

  • 9 Days / 8 Nights’ Accommodation
  • Level of Activity: Moderate
  • Support Level: Guide as needed
  • Airport/Return Transfers Day 1 and 9
  • Visit Turkey
  • Cities: Istanbul, Ephesus Ancient City, Laodicea, Philadelphia, Sardis, Thyatira, Pergamum, Smyrna, Cappadocia
  • Breakfasts daily at the hotel

  • Famous Hagia  Sophia
  • Obelisk of Theodosius
  • Solemn Churches
  • Hierapolis

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A travel experience like no other

This sample itinerary was created by experts and is meant to inspire your next trip. It is ready to be customized to suit your interests, tastes and budget so you can connect with local cultures and experience authentic travel on your own terms and departing whenever you choose.

Biblical Ephesus Group Tour to Cappadocia

Biblical Ephesus Group Tour to Cappadocia

Embark on this amazing Christian history tour. You’ll journey from Genesis to Revelation during your trip. Turkey is the undiscovered jewel of Biblical history.

**Please note the structure of the itinerary may change based on site availability and available appointments. Mission Travel Tours has the right to modify the days of tours based on these availability, this may also include switching meal days. Should a substitution have to be made client will be informed.

Quick Summary

Day Description Accommodation
Day 1 Istanbul Deluxe Golden Horn Istanbul Hotel - Standard
Day 2 Istanbul Deluxe Golden Horn Istanbul Hotel - Standard
Day 3 Ephesus and Leaodicea – Seven Churches Tour Richmond Thermal Hotel - Standard Room
Day 4 Pamukkale, Sardis, Philadelphia and Thyatira Galenos Hotel - Standard Double Room
Day 5 Pergamon Tour Biblical Tour Nostalji Cave Suite Hotel - Room 101
Day 6 Cappadocia Full day North Tour Nostalji Cave Suite Hotel - Room 101
Day 7 Cappadocia Full day South Tour Nostalji Cave Suite Hotel - Room 101
Day 8 Cappadocia Istanbul SURA HAGIA SOPHIA HOTEL & SPA -
Day 9 Istanbul

Itinerary Detail

Day 1: Istanbul

Istanbul
Daily Summary
  • Transportation: Arrival transfer
  • Accommodation: Deluxe Golden Horn Istanbul Hotel - Standard

Today's Focus

Upon arrival at the airport in Istanbul, known as the city that bridges two continents, “Europe” and “Asia” together, you will be met at the airport by one of our representatives who will assist you and get you transferred to your hotel in Istanbul.

Arrival transfer

On arrival at the airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel by private car.

Day 2: Istanbul

Istanbul
Daily Summary
  • Accommodation: Deluxe Golden Horn Istanbul Hotel - Standard
  • Meals: B, L

Today's Focus

Today get yourself ready to explore Istanbul and all it has to offer. Your morning will start with breakfast at your hotel. Our representative will meet you at your hotel to start your adventure to Tour the “Sultan Ahmet Center”, the heart of the “Old City” from where the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires ruled.

View Hagia Sophia, which is one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian I. The Blue Mosque, facing Hagia Sophia, famous for its blue Iznik tiles and unique with 6 minarets, was built in the name of Sultan Ahmet.

You’ll then venture to the Hippodrome, the center of sportive events such as chariot races and athletics; it also holds political activities of the old city.

Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpentine Column, and German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating the Hippodrome Grand Covered Bazaar. This is the most attractive shopping center and the biggest “souk” in the world.

Topkapi Palace, the Imperial residence of Ottoman Sultans exhibiting Chinese porcelain, weapons, calligraphy, section. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

Day 3: Ephesus and Leaodicea – Seven Churches Tour

Ephesus and Leaodicea – Seven Churches Tour
Daily Summary
  • Accommodation: Richmond Thermal Hotel - Standard Room
  • Meals: B, L

Today's Focus

Be ready for a quick flight in the morning to Izmir. From there our representative will drive you to Ephesus, which is one of the “Seven Churches of Revelation”.

Here you will visit John’s Basilica and visit the last home of Mary at Mount Solmissos. After lunch in a local restaurant, we will continue our journey to Laodicea a crossroads of the ancient world.

You’ll then be driven to your hotel, and have the rest of the day at leisure for an overnight stay in Pamukkale.

Afternoon at leisure to explore on your own.

Day 4: Pamukkale, Sardis, Philadelphia and Thyatira

Pamukkale, Sardis, Philadelphia and Thyatira
Daily Summary
  • Accommodation: Galenos Hotel - Standard Double Room
  • Meals: B, L

Today's Focus

In the morning, you will visit the home of Philip the Evangelist in the ancient city of Hierapolis. You will have a break at the calcium terraces of Pamukkale then, later on, proceed to Philadelphia.

Philadelphia (Alasehir), was the youngest of the “Seven Churches of Revelation”, here you will be visiting the still-standing remains of the early church and the city walls. You will be stopping for lunch on the way.

In the afternoon you will be visiting the ancient city and ruins of the famous church of Sardis in the ancient Lydian capital.

You will be finishing up by visiting the remains of the church of Thyatira and driving to Pergamon where you will stay overnight.

Day 5: Pergamon Tour Biblical Tour

Pergamon Tour Biblical Tour
Daily Summary
  • Domestic Flights: In Country - Domestic Flight
  • Transportation: Arrival transfer
  • Accommodation: Nostalji Cave Suite Hotel - Room 101
  • Meals: B, L
In Country - Domestic Flight
Domestic flight to Cappadocia.

Today's Focus

Get ready for another adventure today! After you have your breakfast at your hotel you will depart for Pergamon (Bergama).

You will be visiting the beautiful sites of the Church of Pergamon, the red-court, and the Acropolis.

After lunch at a local restaurant, you will then take a beautiful drive to Smyrna (Izmir). The church of Smyrna was the recipient of a letter from Paul praising the early believers for their faithfulness.

It will be a short tour of the city and at the end of the tour, you will transport to Izmir Airport for your flight to Cappadocia.

Upon arrival to Cappadocia, our representative will transfer you to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Arrival transfer

On arrival at the airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel by private car.

Day 6: Cappadocia Full day North Tour

Cappadocia Full day North Tour
Daily Summary
  • Accommodation: Nostalji Cave Suite Hotel - Room 101
  • Meals: B, L

Today's Focus

After breakfast, you will enjoy a magical journey to Cappadocia. Your first encounter with Cappadocia is the almost Martian-like landscape in the Dervent valley.

You will be visiting Pasabag known as “fairy chimneys”, where the voice of the wind harmonizes with songs of the fairies. From here we will pause at the Avanos center of terracotta art.

After lunch, you will continue your journey to visit the famous Goreme Open Air Museum to see the best examples of Byzantine art in Cappadocia.

You will complete the tour with a visit to the Uchisar Rock-Castle, giving you a panoramic view of the valleys of Cappadocia.

Your guide will return you to your hotel for another stay in Cappadocia.

Day 7: Cappadocia Full day South Tour

Cappadocia Full day South Tour
Daily Summary
  • Accommodation: Nostalji Cave Suite Hotel - Room 101
  • Meals: B, L, D

Today's Focus

After a hearty breakfast, dress comfortably for some exploring, You will depart from your hotel to visit Red Valley and explore the famous rock-cut churches and hike 5 km through the Gulludere Valley.

Then visit Cavusin village and explore the Old Cavusin which was abandoned several decades ago due to avalanches. The current village of Cavusin is located on the main road. Old Cavusin, with its rock-cut dwellings and stone houses, had several hermitages.

Lunch will be a selection of Turkish Cuisine, then after your delicious lunch, you will drive to the Pigeon Valley for a panoramic view of the Underground City, where early Christians lived in fear and faith.

The houses in the village are constructed around the nearly one hundred tunnels of the underground city, which is one of the most interesting underground settlements in Cappadocia.

The underground city was originally carved out as eight floors; however, four floors are available to visit. In wartime, about 5000 people used them for refuge. The tunnels are still used today as storage areas, stables, and cellars.

On the way back visit the natural castles at Ortahisar. For Dinner at about 8 pm, you’ll enjoy a 3-hour dinner with a traditional Turkish performance - Turkish Night. You’ll be picked up from your hotel and transported to a local restaurant for dinner and the show.

Day 8: Cappadocia Istanbul

Cappadocia Istanbul
Daily Summary
  • Domestic Flights: In Country - Domestic Flight
  • Accommodation: SURA HAGIA SOPHIA HOTEL & SPA -
In Country - Domestic Flight
Domestic flight to Istanbul.

Today's Focus

Today you will have your flight back to Istanbul and continue with some relaxing time at your leisure or enjoy the pleasures at your hotel.

Enjoy a day at leisure to explore on your own.

Day 9: Istanbul

Istanbul
Daily Summary
  • International Flights: Generic: International Flight (Departure)
Generic: International Flight (Departure)
International flight back to the USA

Today's Focus

You’ll have more free time until your transfer to the airport for your flight back home.

Accommodation

Deluxe Golden Horn Istanbul Hotel

Deluxe Golden Horn Istanbul Hotel

The Deluxe Golden Horn Hotel started serving for Turkey tourism in 2006 in Sultanahmet in Istanbul renewed each of its sections in the year 2010, considering qualified service understanding and customer satisfaction. Our Hotel Sultanahmet area is the place where holiday starts to enjoy and stops, what is as you dreamed.TimeDeluxe Golden Horn Hotel offers your dreams to reality, you will feel yourself in a time tunnel as went to Byzantine and Ottoman time. The magic touch of this ambiance will cast a spell on your pleasure and peace with magnificent views of Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Topkapı Palace. Istanbul is Istanbul with Golden Horn, Bosphorus, and Marmara Sea. And you can see this Mother Earth’s painting with a cup of coffee or a glass of wine on our unique terrace. We invite you for an unforgettable experience and a romantic holiday in our hotel. with luxury services, magnificent terrace, unique views, and the hotel personals who work only your comfort and satisfaction 7/24. The Sultan Terrace of Deluxe Golden Horn Hotel is the best location where you feel the history of Istanbul. You can see the two faces of Istanbul ( modern town and old town) at the same time.

Website: Deluxe Golden Horn Istanbul Hotel

Room Type: Standard
Richmond Thermal Hotel

Richmond Thermal Hotel

Richmond Hotels operates as part of the Aksoy Group. It is a new generation hotel management company established to provide management, consultancy, and training services in international tourism. In addition to the management of Richmond Hotels, which is the group’s own investment, it conducts management and consultancy operations under the Richmond brand for hotels established or being established both in Turkey and abroad. With its 360° hotel management vision, Richmond Hotels brings the group’s superior approach to hospitality, its 25 years of experience in tourism, and its service culture to investor projects both in Turkey and in different corners of the world.

Website: Richmond Thermal Hotel

Room Type: Standard Room
Galenos Hotel

Galenos Hotel

See why so many travelers make Galenos Hotel their small hotel of choice when visiting Bergama. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort, and convenience, it offers an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Galenos Hotel is a small hotel offering air conditioning, a refrigerator, and a desk in the rooms, and it is easy to stay connected during your stay as free wifi is offered to guests.

Website: Galenos Hotel

Room Type: Standard Double Room
Nostalji Cave Suite Hotel

Nostalji Cave Suite Hotel

It is a rock carving hotel of the Cappadocia Urgup region with 8 special rooms prepared with care. Nostalji Cave Suite Hotel is close to all Cappadocia activities. Cappadocia Balloon Tours, Cappadocia ATV Rides, Horse Rides, Safari Tours, Turkish Bath, Turkish Nights, Dervish Shows are among the most preferred activities in the region.

Website: Nostalji Cave Suite Hotel

Room Type: Room 101
SURA HAGIA SOPHIA HOTEL & SPA

SURA HAGIA SOPHIA HOTEL & SPA

Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel Istanbul at the best location in Istanbul, walking distance to all the important places in Sultanahmet. Start your travel on our hotel to explore the Historical Peninsula.

Website: SURA HAGIA SOPHIA HOTEL & SPA

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