Türkiye “The Seven Churches of Revelation” 11-Day Tour (İstanbul-Pergamon-Izmir- Kusadasi- Pamukkale- Cappadocia)

Meet at Hong Kong International Airport for your direct flight to Istanbul via Turkish Airlines (or designated carrier). Overnight stay on board.

Journey Through History (Istanbul – Pergamon – Izmir) Arrival & Departure: Arrive at Istanbul Airport in the morning and depart via private luxury coach for Pergamon (approx. 5-hour drive). Pergamon Highlights: * Explore the majestic Pergamon Acropolis, a center of ancient culture. Visit the historic Red Basilica, famous for its massive brick architecture. Izmir Arrival: Continue to Izmir (Smyrna) for a photo stop at St. Polycarp Church, one of the city's oldest and most significant landmarks. Accommodation: Check-in at a city-center hotel in Izmir for a 2-night stay.

Program: Breakfast at the hotel. Morning Sightseeing: Visit the ancient Agora Open Air Museum in the heart of Izmir. Excursions: Thyatira (Akhisar): Visit the remains of Thyatira, one of the Seven Churches (1-hour drive). Sardis (Salihli): Explore the Roman Bath-Gymnasium complex and the impressive ancient Synagogue (1-hour drive). Philadelphia (Alaşehir): A photo stop at the remains of St. John’s Church. Return: Drive back to Izmir in the evening (2-hour drive). Leisure Time: Enjoy an optional visit to the historic Kemeraltı Bazaar for local shopping. Accommodations: Overnight stay in Izmir.

Morning: Breakfast and check-out. Drive to Ephesus (1 hour). Exploration: Guided tour of Ephesus, including the Library of Celsus, Great Theater, and St. Paul's preaching sites. Sacred Sites: Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, Temple of Artemis, and St. John’s Basilica. Evening: Transfer to Kuşadası (30 mins). Hotel check-in and dinner.

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel, followed by a 2-hour drive to the ancient city of Laodicea. Sightseeing: Explore the Laodicea Ancient City and its historical Jewish community. Afternoon: Short drive to Pamukkale (30 mins). Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hierapolis (entrance included) and the famous Thermal Pools. Evening: Check-in at your hotel in Pamukkale (1-night stay) followed by a conference session.

Travel: Breakfast and checkout. Begin the long-haul drive to Cappadocia via Konya (approx. 8 hours). En Route: Lunch stop and visits to Lake Tuz (Turkey’s second-largest salt lake) and the Sultanhani Caravanserai. Exploration: Discover the historic cave churches and monasteries of Ihlara Valley. Accommodation: Arrive in Cappadocia and check-in at Fossil Cave Hotel or similar (2-night stay).

Early Morning: Optional Hot air balloon ride or watching the balloons via vintage car. Sightseeing: Kaymakli Underground City and Göreme Open Air Museum (UNESCO). Uchisar Castle, Pigeon Valley, and Selime Monastery. Dark Church and Al Nazar Church. Evening: Evening conference session at the hotel

Morning: Breakfast and checkout. Attend the Sunday service at the Cappadocia Church (Kapadokya Kilisesi). Transfer: Domestic flight from Nevsehir Airport to Istanbul Airport. Accommodation: Check-in at your hotel in Istanbul for a 2-night stay.

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel, followed by a visit to the Basilica Cistern, the city's ancient subterranean reservoir. Sightseeing: * Explore the vast corridors of the Grand Bazaar. Visit Topkapi Palace, the majestic residence of Ottoman Sultans. Stop at local Carpet & Jewelry Shops to see traditional Turkish crafts. Afternoon: * Visit the iconic Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque) and the architectural marvel of Hagia Sophia. Eperience a traditional Whirling Dervishes live performance. Accommodation: Return to your hotel in Istanbul.

Morning: Private Bosphorus Cruise to see the city's skyline, Rumeli Fortress, and waterfront mansions. Afternoon: Visit the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople (St. George’s Cathedral) and the Bulgarian St. Stephen "Iron" Church in the historic Balat district. Evening: Farewell Dinner at a traditional Turkish restaurant.

Departure: Breakfast and checkout. Transfer to Istanbul Airport (IST) for your direct flight back to Hong Kong.