Nearly two-thirds of the new Testament - including all the letters of Paul, most of the books of Acts, and the book of Revelation - is set outside of Israel, in either Turkey or Greece. This tour will help you understand the Bible as you explore these important biblical sites. You will experience a fascinating historical and archaeological world as you follow in the footsteps of Paul, Silas, Barnabas and many more.
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
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 quality, amenities and proximity to areas of interest. Whenever possible, we choose hotels in town centers, so that you are able to 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.
Hotel on the Aegean coast, ~15 minutes from Ephesus Ephesus Hera Hotel Atatürk Mahallesi 1071 Sokak, Selçuk, Aydın, Turkey Ephesus Hera Hotellastminute.com
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Arrival and Departure Transfers
We will arrange arrival and departure transfers for group flights. If you will be arriving or departing at a different time, we can assist you with transfers, but those are not included in the tour price.
Flight Information
Group air is now available for this tour for £/€/$XXXX per person round-trip from location A, with a minimum of XX travellers. Please opt in before designated date.
If you would like alternative flights, please wait until the tour is a guaranteed departure before booking. Our air team can assist you with booking flights. We can assist you with transfers, but those are not included in the tour price.
Arrival: Please arrange to arrive in sample location no later than 10:00 AM on XX/XX/XXXX. Pre-tour accommodation is available.
Departure: You are welcome to depart from sample location at any time on XX/XX/XXXX
Pre- and post-tour nights can be booked through us.
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What’s included in the land price of *£/€/$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.
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.
