Timeless Turkey: An Epic Tour of Historical and Natural Wonders - 7 Churches

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Duration

8 Days

Location

Turkey

Day 1: Arrival in Izmir - Pergamon and Thyatira

Morning: Arrival at Izmir Airport. Transfer to Pergamon.

Pergamon Exploration: Visit the Altar of Zeus, Temple of Dionysus, and the ancient library. Explore the Asclepieum, a famed ancient health center.

Afternoon: Journey to Thyatira to see the remains of the early Christian church.

Evening: Return to Izmir for an overnight stay.

Day 2: Sardis and Philadelphia

Morning: Depart for Sardis. Explore the ancient Synagogue, Gymnasium, House of Bronzes, Temple of Artemis, and the Church.

Afternoon: Visit Philadelphia to see the Basilica and several mosques.

Evening: Overnight in Izmir.

Day 3: Laodicea, Aphrodisias, and Pamukkale

Morning: Travel to Laodicea Ad Lyceum. Visit the Water Tower, Stadium, and Council Chamber.

Afternoon: Visit Aphrodisias. Explore the Stadium, Baths of Hadrian, Theater, and “Bishops Palace.”

Evening: Proceed to Kusadasi for an overnight stay.

Day 4: Ephesus

Morning: Travel to Seljuk for a visit to the Basilica of St. John and the House of the Virgin Mary.

Afternoon: Explore the ancient city of Ephesus.

Evening: Overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 5: Kusadasi to Cappadocia

Morning: Transfer to Izmir Airport and flight to Cappadocia.

Afternoon: Full day North Cappadocia tour, including Dervent Valley, Pasabag, Avanos, Goreme Open Air Museum, and Uchisar Rock-Castle.

Evening: Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 6: Cappadocia Exploration

Early Morning: Hot air balloon tour at sunrise.

Morning: Visit Red Valley, Cavusin village, and Pigeon Valley.

Afternoon: Explore an Underground City and return to the hotel.

Evening: Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 7: Cappadocia's Hidden Gems

Morning: View of Goreme from Esentepe. Visit Derinkuyu Underground City.

Afternoon: Hike in Ihlara Valley and lunch at Belisirma Village. Visit Selime Monastery and Yaprakhisar.

Evening: Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 8: Departure from Cappadocia to Istanbul

Morning: Breakfast and transfer to the airport for a flight to Istanbul.

 

Includings
  • All Domestic Flight Tickets
  • Airport Transportations
  • Accommodation
  • Professional Licensed Tour Guide
  • Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off
  • All Local Taxes
  • Parking Fees
Excludings
  • Drinks
  • Personal Expenses
  • Driver & Guide Tips – Gratitude
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