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The Seven Churches & Cappadocia

Experience the profound history and biblical heritage of Turkey on this unforgettable journey. Explore the ancient sites of the Seven Churches of Revelation, where faith took root and communities flourished, and stand among ruins that echo the words of Scripture. Continue to the breathtaking landscapes of Cappadocia, with its unique rock formations and cave churches that testify to centuries of devotion. Each day offers spiritual insights, meaningful encounters, and awe-inspiring beauty in the land where East meets West.

  • Istanbul – Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cisterns, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar, Spice Market, Bosphorus views

  • Cappadocia – Göreme Open-Air Museum, Derinkuyu Underground City, Üçhisar Fortress, Çavuşin, Paşabağı fairy chimneys, Ortahisar

  • Konya (Iconium) – Mevlana Museum, Psidian Antioch (visited by Paul & Barnabas)

  • Pamukkale & Hierapolis – Travertine terraces, Roman amphitheater, Apostle Philip’s martyrium

  • Laodicea & Philadelphia – Early Christian remains and Byzantine ruins

  • Sardis – Temple of Artemis, synagogue, gymnasium

  • Thyatira – New Testament trading city, home of Lydia

  • Pergamum Acropolis – Temple of Trajan, Library, amphitheater, Altar of Zeus

  • Smyrna (Izmir) – Velvet Fortress, Kemeralti Market

  • Ephesus – Library of Celsus, amphitheater, Agora, Terrace Villas, St. John’s Basilica, Ephesus Museum

  • Miletus – Ancient theater, marketplaces, linked with Paul’s farewell (Acts 20)

  • Didyma – Temple of Apollo, Medusa carvings

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  • Day 1: Arrival at Istanbul Airport

    • Arrival and transfer to hotel

    • Overnight in Istanbul

    Day 2: Istanbul

    • Visit the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Mosque) with its famous Iznik tiles

    • Explore the Byzantine Hippodrome

    • Tour St. Sophia (Hagia Sophia), once the world’s largest church

    • Discover the Basilica Cisterns, an underground water reservoir with 336 marble columns

    Day 3: Istanbul & Flight to Kayseri

    • Guided visit of Topkapi Palace, former home of the Ottoman sultans

    • Explore the Grand Bazaar or Spice Market

    • Evening flight to Kayseri (Cappadocia) and transfer to hotel

    Day 4: Göreme, Derinkuyu Underground City & Üçhisar

    • Visit Göreme Open-Air Museum (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

    • Explore Derinkuyu Underground City, used as a refuge since ancient times

    • Visit Üçhisar Rock Fortress in a picturesque town

    Day 5: Çavuşin, Paşabağı & Ortahisar → Konya

    • See Çavuşin Old Town and the Church of John the Baptist

    • Visit the fairy chimneys of Paşabağı

    • Explore Ortahisar

    • Drive across the Anatolian plains to Konya (Iconium) for overnight

    Day 6: Iconium, Mevlana & Psidian Antioch → Pamukkale

    • Visit Iconium (Konya), important in Acts 14, and the Mevlana Museum

    • Explore Psidian Antioch, visited by Paul & Barnabas (Acts 13)

    • Drive to Pamukkale, stay in a thermal hotel near the white terraces of Hierapolis

    Day 7: Hierapolis, Travertines, Laodicea & Philadelphia

    • Tour Hierapolis, with its amphitheater, baths, temples, and basilica

    • See the famous travertine terraces of Pamukkale

    • Explore Laodicea, one of the 7 Churches of Revelation

    • Visit Philadelphia (Alaşehir), with Byzantine ruins and early church remains

    Day 8: Sardis, Thyatira & Pergamum (Acropolis)

    • Visit Sardis, capital of ancient Lydia, with a Temple of Artemis and synagogue

    • Explore Thyatira (Akhisar), home of Lydia from Acts 16

    • Tour Pergamum Acropolis (Temple of Trajan, Library, amphitheater, and site of the Altar of Zeus)

    Day 9: Smyrna Fortress & Izmir Market

    • Visit Smyrna (Izmir), another of the 7 Churches of Revelation

    • Explore the Velvet Fortress (Kadifekale) with panoramic views

    • Free time at Kemeralti Market, Izmir’s historic bazaar

    Day 10: Ephesus, St. John’s Basilica & Ephesus Museum

    • Tour Ephesus, one of the most extensive archaeological sites in Turkey (Library of Celsus, amphitheater, Odeon, Agora, optional Terrace Villas)

    • Visit St. John’s Basilica in Selçuk, built over the apostle’s believed tomb

    • Explore the Ephesus Archaeological Museum

    Day 11: Miletus & Didyma

    • Visit Miletus, important in Acts 20 and home of the Greek alphabet

    • Explore Didyma’s Temple of Apollo, with its famous Medusa carvings

    Day 12: Departure Day

    • Transfer to Izmir Airport for departure flights

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Our hotels are chosen for their qualityamenities and proximity to areas of interest. Whenever possible, we choose hotels in town centres so you can go off and explore in your free time. It may be necessary for us to substitute hotels for others of equal quality. You will be fully informed of any changes that affect you.

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Air overview

Timing Matters: Air options depend on airline release timing. Airlines typically publish fares 10 months before departure—that’s why you’ll see one of two setups below: if flights aren’t live yet, book the land package now and add our coordinated flights when they go live; if flights are live, choose the air-inclusive package with our designated group flights and included transfers. Either way, our team coordinates flights to align with your tour. Where possible and permitted by the airline, our air team can also add your TSA Known Traveller Number and frequent flyer numbers to your booking for your convenience.

Scenario A — Flights not released yet

Make it easy later—secure your place now with a land-only booking. Our flight package will open once airline schedules are released. When flights become available, we will contact you so you can add our coordinated flights package.

Why add our flight package? It aligns with the tour timings and includes group arrival and departure transfers when you travel on our designated group flights. Our air team supports you with schedule changes, and—where possible and permitted—can add your TSA Known Traveler Number and frequent flyer numbers to your reservation.

If you prefer to arrange your own flights, please do not book until we confirm your place on the tour and provide our official flight window. For this tour, you must arrive in [City] by [Time] on [Arrival Date], and you may depart any time on [Departure Date]. Transfers are included only when travelling on our designated group flights; for land-only travellers, transfers are not included but can be arranged at additional cost, subject to availability.

Pre- and post-tour nights can be booked through us.

Important: If you choose independent flights, it is your responsibility to reach the tour start point/hotel on time and at your own expense. Additional costs arising from missed services are not covered.

  • Summary:

    • Flights package: will be offered once airline schedules open; we’ll invite you to add it.

    • Arrival/departure: arrive [City] by [Time] on [Arrival Date]; depart any time on [Departure Date].

    • Transfers: included only on our designated group flights; otherwise, a paid add-on.

    • Independent air: wait for tour confirmation and our flight window before booking.

    • Responsibility: independent travellers must get to/from the tour on time at their own expense.

 

We are excited to arrange your flights for you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

Scenario B — Flights available now (use when selling the full package)

Choose the simple option: our air-inclusive package. It pairs flights that align with the tour and includes group arrival and departure transfers when you travel on our designated group flights. Our air team supports you with schedule changes and seating requests where possible, and—where permitted—can add your TSA Known Traveller Number and frequent flyer numbers to your reservation.

Prefer to arrange your own flights? Land-only is available on request. Please wait to book flights until we confirm your place on the tour and provide our official flight window. You must arrive in [City] by [Time] on [Arrival Date]; you may depart any time on [Departure Date]. Transfers are not included for land-only travellers; private/shared transfers can be arranged at additional cost, subject to availability.

 

Pre- and post-tour nights can be booked through us.

 

Important: If you choose independent flights, it is your responsibility to reach the tour start point/hotel on time and at your own expense. Additional costs arising from missed services are not covered.

  • Summary:

    • Best value: air-inclusive package with coordinated flights + group transfers on designated flights.

    • Land-only: available on request; strict flight window applies.

    • Arrival/departure: arrive [City] by [Time] on [Arrival Date]; depart any time on [Departure Date].

    • Transfers: not included for land-only; paid transfers available.

    • Responsibility: independent travellers must reach the tour on time at their own expense.

 

We are excited to arrange your flights for you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

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What’s included in the land price of *£/€/$XXXX?

*Price based on a minimum of XX participants. (For this tour)

Your Tour Includes

  • Transportation: via deluxe air-conditioned coach

  • Accommodations (double-occupancy) in superior 3-star and moderate 4-star hotels

  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary (water is included with dinners)

  • Professional tour guide throughout the tour

  • Local step-on guides for city tours and major attractions

  • Admission to all activities indicated in the itinerary not referred to as optional

  • Arrival and departure transfers for group flights

  • Guides will use Whisper Headsets throughout the tour

  • All other taxes and tips for provided services including tour director and driver

  • Full colour personalised tour diary

  • Travel app

Your Tour Does Not Include

  • Air transportation and related taxes and fees (Round-trip group air £/€/$XXXX)

  • Single supplement (£/€/$XXX)

  • Airport transfers separate from the group

  • Meals, other than as indicated above

  • Items of a personal nature, such as passport fees

  • Passenger trip cancellation insurance

Payment Schedule

  • Initial deposit of £/€/$XXX will secure your place on the tour. Click here to pay. Click here to pay Online payments incur a % credit card fee. Cheques can be mailed to “EdenGate Travel”, 12316 244th St, Chisago City, MN 55013-9688.

  • Final payment will be due 120 days before departure.

Travel Insurance

IMG is an excellent company that responds to claims quickly and efficiently. There are three possible policies depending on the amount of coverage you’d like. The brochure links are below.

iTravelInsured Travel SE is the most popular option.
iTravelInsured Travel Lite is the most economical option.
iTravelInsured Travel LX is the most expensive option.

Click here for a no-obligation quote. The contact details for Cave Insurance are listed on the website and brochures if you have any questions.

Cancellations

Regardless of reason, cancellations are costly, so we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance:

INDIVIDUAL CANCELLATIONS: All cancellations must be in writing.

• From the time of deposit until 100 days before departure, a $150 per person penalty.

From 99-30 days before departure $350 per person penalty plus any non-refundable deposits to airlines or ground suppliers.

• An individual cancelling less than 30 days before departure will receive NO REFUND.

  • Cancellations must be received in writing by 5:00 p.m. central time on the last business day of the applicable time period.

  • For flight changes or cancellations, revision fees and/or airline cancellation charges will apply.

  • Roommates cancelling can result in a single supplement charge for the roommate. The Participant who cancels will be responsible for that charge if a substitute roommate cannot be found.

  • Trip Cancellation and Interruption Insurance is strongly recommended.

  • EdenGate Travel cannot assume responsibility for any additional costs or fees relating to the issuance and/or cancellation of air tickets or other arrangements not made through EdenGate.

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