Private Seven Churches of Revelation Biblical Tour: 7 Days, 6 Nights
Overview
Private Seven Churches of Revelation Biblical Tour: 7 Days, 6 Nights
This private seven-day journey follows the first Christian communities through Turkey. You visit all Seven Churches named in the Book of Revelation: Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamon, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia and Laodicea.
From Pamukkale to Constantinople
Along the way you also see the House of the Virgin Mary, the Basilica of St. John, the ancient city of Hierapolis and the travertines of Pamukkale, and you end with a guided day in Istanbul, once Constantinople, at Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome and the Grand Bazaar.
Private Biblical Guide and Package
A licensed biblical guide accompanies you, and the package covers domestic flights, hotel accommodation, private transportation, airport transfers, entrance tickets, daily breakfast and lunch on tour days. The program can be customised and suits church groups, families and private travellers.
Tour Info
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Istanbul
Our team welcomes you at Istanbul Airport (IST) and takes you by private transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to rest after your flight or to stroll through the historic streets around your hotel.
- Arrival at Istanbul Airport
- Meet and greet by our team
- Private airport transfer
- Hotel check-in
- Free time to explore Istanbul
- Tour briefing and welcome information
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 2 - Flight to Izmir, Smyrna and Pergamon
After breakfast and check-out you are transferred to Istanbul Airport for your domestic flight to Izmir. On arrival you meet your licensed biblical guide and begin with Smyrna, one of the Seven Churches of Revelation.
You continue to Pergamon, known for its Acropolis, its steep theatre and the Red Basilica, a site linked to early Christianity, before driving on to your hotel.
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Hotel check-out
- Private transfer to Istanbul Airport
- Domestic flight to Izmir
- Meeting with your licensed biblical guide
- Smyrna (Church of Revelation)
- Pergamon Acropolis
- Red Basilica
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Scenic drive to your hotel and check-in
Overnight in Kusadasi or Bergama.
Day 3 - Thyatira, Sardis and Philadelphia
After breakfast you visit three of the Seven Churches of Revelation: Thyatira, Sardis and Philadelphia. With your licensed biblical guide you see archaeological remains, ancient churches and learn the stories of the early Christian communities.
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Drive to Thyatira
- Church of Thyatira
- Sardis Ancient City
- Temple of Artemis and the ancient synagogue
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Philadelphia (Alasehir)
- Return to your hotel in Kusadasi
- Free time at the hotel
Overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 4 - Laodicea, Hierapolis and Pamukkale
After breakfast you travel to Laodicea, one of the most important churches in the Book of Revelation. You continue to Hierapolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its Roman ruins and early Christian history, and end the day on the white travertine terraces of Pamukkale before returning to Kusadasi.
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Drive to Laodicea
- Laodicea Ancient City
- Hierapolis Ancient City
- The ancient theatre
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Walk on the Pamukkale travertines
- Free time for photos
- Return to your hotel in Kusadasi
Overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 5 - Ephesus, House of the Virgin Mary and Flight to Istanbul
After breakfast and check-out you explore the Ancient City of Ephesus, home to one of the Seven Churches of Revelation and one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the world. You then visit the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be the last home of Mary, the mother of Jesus, and the Basilica of St. John, built over the traditional burial site of the Apostle John.
After the tour you are transferred to Izmir Airport for your evening flight to Istanbul, and then by private transfer to your hotel.
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Hotel check-out
- Ephesus Ancient City
- Library of Celsus
- Great Theatre
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- House of the Virgin Mary
- Basilica of St. John
- Transfer to Izmir Airport
- Domestic flight to Istanbul
- Private transfer to your hotel and check-in
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 6 - Christian Heritage of Istanbul
After breakfast you explore the Christian and Byzantine heritage of Istanbul, once known as Constantinople. You visit Hagia Sophia, the historic Hippodrome and the Grand Bazaar, and your guide explains the city's role in both the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. If you wish, you can also add an optional visit to the Basilica Cistern.
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Pick-up from your hotel
- Hagia Sophia
- Hippodrome
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Grand Bazaar
- Basilica Cistern (optional)
- Free time for shopping
- Return to your hotel
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 7 - Departure from Istanbul
After breakfast you have your last hours in Istanbul before check-out and your private transfer to Istanbul Airport. Thank you for travelling with us; we look forward to welcoming you again.
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Hotel check-out
- Private airport transfer
- Arrival at Istanbul Airport
This is the end of our services.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- ✓6 Nights Hotel Accommodation with Breakfast – a Middle-Class Hotel from Our Selection, Confirmed by Availability and with Your Approval
- ✓Lunch on Guided Tour Days
- ✓Professional Licensed Biblical Guide
- ✓English-Speaking Tour Guide
- ✓Private Airport Transfers
- ✓Domestic Flights
- ✓Private Transportation Throughout the Tour
- ✓Seven Churches of Revelation Tour
- ✓Ephesus Ancient City Tour
- ✓House of the Virgin Mary
- ✓Basilica of St. John
- ✓Hierapolis Ancient City
- ✓Pamukkale Travertines
- ✓Christian Heritage Tour in Istanbul
- ✓All Museum and Attraction Entrance Tickets
- ✓Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
- ✓All Taxes and Service Charges
- ✕International Flights
- ✕Turkey Visa Fees (If Required)
- ✕Travel Insurance
- ✕Personal Expenses
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel free of charge up to 7 days before the tour for a full refund. Cancellations within 7 days of the tour are not refundable. All times are local time.
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Seven Churches of Revelation tour with Istanbul, 7 days: what you need to know
This private seven-day journey follows the first Christian communities through Turkey, from $2,050 per person. You visit all Seven Churches of Revelation, Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamon, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia and Laodicea, along with the House of the Virgin Mary, the Basilica of St. John, Hierapolis and Pamukkale, and end with a guided day in Istanbul, once Constantinople, at Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome and the Grand Bazaar. Six hotel nights with breakfast, domestic flights, private transfers and transport, a licensed biblical guide and lunch on tour days are included.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Duration | 7 days, 6 nights |
| Price | from $2,050 per person |
| Type | Private, with a licensed biblical guide |
| Route | Istanbul, Izmir and the Seven Churches, back to Istanbul |
| Included | Hotels with breakfast, domestic flights, private transport, guide, lunch on tour days, all Seven Churches, Ephesus, Hierapolis, Pamukkale, Istanbul Christian heritage day |
| Not included | International flights, Turkey visa fees if required, travel insurance, personal expenses |
What does the 7-day itinerary include?
| Day | Programme |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival in Istanbul, private transfer to your hotel |
| Day 2 | Flight to Izmir; Smyrna and Pergamon |
| Day 3 | Thyatira, Sardis and Philadelphia |
| Day 4 | Laodicea, Hierapolis and the Pamukkale travertines |
| Day 5 | Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary; flight to Istanbul |
| Day 6 | Christian and Byzantine heritage of Istanbul: Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome, the Grand Bazaar |
| Day 7 | Last hours in Istanbul and private transfer to the airport |
Why add Istanbul to a Seven Churches tour?
Because the story of early Christianity continues there. Constantinople became the capital of the Christian Roman Empire, and Hagia Sophia, built in the 6th century, was for centuries the greatest church in Christendom. Ending the journey in Istanbul connects the small communities addressed in Revelation with the empire that later made Christianity its faith. It also means you fly home from Istanbul with a night to rest before your international flight.
5 days or 7 days: which Seven Churches tour?
| Faith tour | Length | What is different | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Churches of Revelation | 5 days | The Seven Churches only | $1,800 per person |
| This tour | 7 days | Adds arrival and departure nights and a day in Istanbul | $2,050 per person |
| Istanbul, Cappadocia, Saint Paul and Seven Churches | 10 days | Adds Cappadocia and Saint Paul's route | $2,750 per person |
| Biblical Ephesus and Pamukkale | 2 days | A short version from Istanbul | $720 per person |
What can you add in Istanbul?
The Istanbul churches private tour from $180 visits the city's active Orthodox, Armenian and Catholic churches, including the Ecumenical Patriarchate in Fener. It makes an excellent extra day before or after the tour, except on Sundays, when it does not run.
Is the tour suitable for pilgrimage groups?
Yes. It is private, with your own licensed biblical guide and vehicle, so a church group can include readings and prayer at each site. Tell us your group size and any special requests when you book.
When is the best time to go?
March to June and September to November are the most comfortable months for travelling between the inland sites. Summer is hot; winter is mild and quiet.
What should you bring?
Comfortable shoes for ancient sites, modest clothing for churches, mosques and the House of the Virgin Mary, a hat and sunscreen, a Bible if you wish, and your passport for the domestic flights.
How do you book?
Choose your dates on this page and send the form, or message us on WhatsApp with your group size and flights. We confirm the plan in writing and you pay only after confirmation. For more ideas see our Ephesus tours, Istanbul tours and Turkey tour packages.
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