DAY 1 ISTANBUL – CANAKKALE
After arriving at the Istanbul Airport, you will get to enjoy breakfast at an amazing local restaurant. We will visit Emirgan Park, which is a historical urban park covering over 325,000 square meters. You will get to explore the park and take amazing photos there before we head for Canakkale, a seaport in Turkey, by taking the Ferry and traveling through Dardanelles, a narrow and natural strait. We will check in at a good hotel in Canakkale, have dinner and stay overnight there.
Meals: Breakfast (local) – Lunch (local) – Dinner (hotel)
Overnight: Canakkale
Overnight: Canakkale
DAY 2 BURSA - PERGAMON - THYATIRA – IZMIR
After having breakfast at the hotel, we will have a photo stop at the popular Trojan Horse located in the ancient city of Troy. We will drive to Bergama and visit the Pergamon Ancient City, which was a major center of learning in the world. You will also get to see the Acropolis. The altar of Zeus overlooks the entire Pergamon Ancient City. Explore the Red Church (also known as Red Basilica), which is one of the earliest surviving Christian structures in the Roman Empire. We will drive to Akhisar and visit the Thyatira Church, which is also mentioned in the Book of Revelation 2:18 – 29. The day will end with a 1-hour, 40-minute drive to Izmir and staying overnight at a hotel in Izmir.
Meals: Breakfast (hotel) – Lunch (local) – Dinner (hotel)
Overnight: Izmir
Overnight: Izmir
DAY 3 IZMIR – KUSADASI
After having breakfast at the hotel in Izmir, we will explore the Church Smyrrna (Rev 2:8-11) and visit the Saint John Church after driving to Selcuk. You will get to explore and take great pictures at the Ephesus Ancient City (Revelation 2:1-7), which was considered to be the most important Greek city and trading center of the Mediterranean region. After visiting the House of Virgin Mary, we will head to the hotel and stay overnight at Kusadasi.
Meals : Breakfast (hotel) – Lunch (local) – Dinner (hotel)
Overnight : Kusadasi
Overnight : Kusadasi
DAY 4 KUSADASI - SARDIS - PHILADELPHIA - LAODICEA – PAMUKKALE
Have breakfast at the hotel and visit the leather factory outlet to learn the reasons why Turkey is known for producing high-quality leather. We will drive to Sardis to visit the Sardis Church (Revelation 3:1-6) and travel to Philadelphia to have lunch at a local restaurant. Explore the historical Philadephia Church (Revelation 3:7-13), where Jesus delivered the message of his second coming. We will drive to Laodicea and visit Laodicea Church (Revelation 3:14-22), one of the earliest churches. After a short drive of about 14 minutes, we will check-in and stay the night at Pamukkale.
Meals: Breakfast (hotel) – Lunch (local) – Dinner (hotel)
Overnight: Pamukkale
Overnight: Pamukkale
DAY 5 PAMUKKALE – ISTANBUL
In Pamukkale, you have the option of enjoying an early morning hot air balloon tour to see the entire city from above. We will have breakfast at the hotel and visit the Hierapolis Ancient City, known for its vastness, and Cotton Castle. It will take around 6 hours and 40 minutes to reach Istanbul from Pamukkale, and we will stay overnight in Istanbul.
Meals: Breakfast (hotel) – Lunch (local) – Dinner (local)
Overnight: Istanbul
Overnight: Istanbul
DAY 6 PAMUKKALE – ISTANBUL
Have a great breakfast at the hotel and enjoy the beautiful view of Sultan Ahmet Square, which was a sports center in the old times. We will also have photo stops at various popular spots like the Blue Mosque and the historical Hagia Sophia Mosque and free time for shopping in Grand Bazaar. The overnight stay will be in Istanbul.
Meals: Breakfast (hotel) – Lunch (local) – Dinner (local)
Overnight: Istanbul
Overnight: Istanbul
DAY 7 ISTANBUL – RETURN
After having breakfast at the hotel, we will visit Pierre Loti Hill, which is known for having amazing viewing platforms in Istanbul, by cable car. You will also get to explore Camlica Hill, which provides a fantastic view of the Bosphorus. We will take the Bosphorus Cruise to take great pictures and explore the beauty of Istanbul. You will have free time for shopping and leisure in Taksim Square and Istiklal Street.
Meals: Breakfast (hotel) – Lunch (local) – Dinner (local)
Scenic Highlights
- Emirgan Park
- Trojan Horse
- Pergamon Ancient City (Rev 2:12-17)
- Acropolis, Altar of Zeus
- Ephesus Ancient City (Rev 2:1-7)
- House of Virgin Mary
- Hierapolis Ancient City and Cotton Castle
- Sultan Ahmet Square
- Hippodrome
- Blue Mosque
- Hagia Sophia Mosque
- Grand Bazaar
- Pierre Loti Hill
- Camlica Hill
- Bosphorus Cruise
- Taksim Square and Istiklal Street
Guidance
- English-speaking licensed local guides will be assisting you.
- Indonesia-speaking licensed local guides for Indonesian travelers.
Package Includes
- Hotel Accommodation
- All airport transfers
- Transportation by AC Coach, Wi-Fi & Parking Fees
- Professional Tour Guide Service
- Full Board Meals (Local & Asian)
- Entrance fee per itinerary
- Water Service during Meals and on the Bus
- Private boat for Bosphorus Cruise Trip for ten pax and above
- Regular boat for Bosphorus Cruise Trip for nine pax and below
Personal Expenses, Drinks, Domestic & International Flight Tickets, Portage Service, PCR Test, Optional Tour, and Gratuities for your guide and driver are not included in the price.
Remarks
- Timing on itinerary may change due to traffic, weather, or unexpected situations. There will be no refund for unused service.
- Prices are not applicable on fair dates, on religious holidays, and during the Christmas – New Year period.
