Istanbul(3), Adana(1), Alanya(1), Antalya(1), Pamukkale(1), Izmir(2), Bergama(1), Canakkale(1)

Explore Turkey's Seven Churches of Asia Minor, as mentioned in the New Testament Book of Revelation - Journey theroute around the West Aegean and learn of the religious and social context of ancient biblical times. According to the Acts of the Apostles, Paul made three separate missionary journeys and a journey to Rome. Paul traveled in some of the most beautiful places around the Mediterranean. This tour package will give you opportunity of explore the footsteps of St Paul in Turkey. As well as visiting all major religious sites, the tour also includes those of cultural and tourist significance.

DAY 01 : Arrival to Istanbul

Arrival to Istanbul Airport and meet for transfer to hotel, Rest of the day free at leisure (as per your flight arrival time)
Rest of the day free at leisure for relaxing, shopping etc.

Overnight at Istanbul

- We meet in the hotel lobby for departure on the full day regular group tour to visit The Blue Mosque, Haghia Sophia*, Topkapi Palace* Hippodrome & Obelisk and the Grand Bazaar*. At the end of the tour, return transfer to hotel with the evening at leisure * Haghia Sophia Museum is closed on Mondays and will be replaced by St.Sauveur Chora Church. *Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays *Grand Bazaar is close on Sundays. Overnight in Cappadocia Overnight in Istanbul

- Departure on the domestic flight from Istanbul to Adana, On arrival meet with your private tour minibus with driver and guide to begin the next few days touring

Overnight in Adana

DAY 04 : Drive from Adana to Tarsus, Tarsus tour, Drive to Alanya (B,L,D)

In the morning we depart for Tarsus (Biblical References for Tarsus: Acts: 9:11, 30, 11:25, 21:39, 22:3, 25-29) situated East of Mersin, and known as the birthplace of St. Paul.

- Of ancient origin, the city was invaded and destroyed on several occasions and only a few monuments of particular interest remain: The Cleopatra Gate through which Mark Anthony and Cleopatra passed when they came to Tarsus to meet, St Paul’s Church and the Ottoman Ulucami. You’ll get the feel of bygone days by walking through narrow streets past old houses to find St. Paul’s Well.

- En route to Tarsus we can also make a stop at the Eski Gumus Monastery. After visting in Tarsus proceed to Alanya. Along the way you'll see Korykos Island & The Kizkulesi, the symbol of the Eastern Mediterranean. Arrival to Alanya, check-in to hotel and evening at leisure (LONG DAY)

Overnight in Alanya

DAY 05 : Drive from Alanya to Antalya, Antalya Tour (B,L,D)

After Breakfast, - We drive from Alanya towards Antalya. Enroute we will visit the famous Aspendos Theatre, the ruins of ancient Perge, the ancient city of Side. - Check-in, evening at leisure Overnight in Antalya

DAY 06 : Drive to Pamukkale, Pamukkale Tour (B,L,D)

Today we depart for Pamukkale, declared a world heritage site by UNESCO and where you will find the natural formation of the travertens.

- Here you will also find The Ruins of Hierapolis (Biblical Ref: Colossians 2:18, 4:13) and visit Laodicea (Revelations 3:14-22), one of the Seven Churches mentioned in the Book of Revelations.

- Evening at leisure.

DAY 07 : Drive to Selçuk, Tour of Ephesus, Drive to Izmir (B,L,D)    -After breakfast,   - We drive from Pamukkale to Selcuk where we will start with a We drive from Pamukkale to Selcuk where we will start with a visit to the Ancient City of Ephesus (Revelations 1:11, 2:1-7, Acts 18:19-28, 19:1-41, Ephesians). This city was once the

DAY 8 : Izmir Tour (B,L,D)

- Today visit Izmir City with the St Polycarp Church, Bayrakli which was originally established in the 3rd Millenium BC, Alexander the Great’s Velvet Castle & Agora from where you can have spectacular views of Izmir Bay, the Ethnography Museum where you can find simply everything related to the Turkish Culture as well as the culture of the Aegean people.

-- Time also for strolling through Kemeralti area and its bazaar with many historical buildings such as churches, mosques, ancient shops, fountains, etc.

Overnight in Izmir

DAY 09 : Bergama Tour (B,L,D)

After breakfast and check out,

- Depart to visit the ruins of Thyatira (founded by the Lydians), Sardes (wealthy capital of the Lydian Empire) and Philadelphia (important for the spreading of thought patterns and activities of the Hellenistic civilisation and christian faith). Our day will end on arrival to Bergama (Biblical References: Thyatira Revelation: 2:18-29 Acts 16:14, Sardes Revelation: 3:1-6, Philadelphia Revelation: 3:7-13)

Overnight in Bergama

Today, after breakfast,   - We'll depart for Canakkale after having visited the ruins of Pergamum which include the Acropol, Asclepion and Theatre.   -We’ll go via the coastal route and a stop at the “Seytan Sofrasi” near Ayvalik can be included for some panoramic views over the land and sea. Just before reaching Canakkale we will make a visit to legendary Troy.