Seven Churches of Revelation Tour

A 4-night / 5-day cultural and faith itinerary by private touring coach, beginning in Istanbul and ending in Kuşadası. Via Nicaea and Bursa, the route links Pergamum, Smyrna, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, Laodicea and Ephesus with Pamukkale and the House of the Virgin Mary.

Accommodation plan

Night 1: Istanbul, Berr Hotel 4★.
Night 2: Bergama, La Bella Hotel 4★.
Night 3: Pamukkale, Adempira Termal & Spa Hotel 5★.
Night 4: Kuşadası, Suhan Seaport Hotel 4★.

Day 1 – Istanbul & Bosphorus Dinner Cruise

Morning arrival in Istanbul, airport meet and greet and private coach transfer to Berr Hotel. After a short rest, explore Hagia Sophia, Sultanahmet Square, the Hippodrome and the Historical Peninsula. Lunch at a local restaurant; in the evening, a Bosphorus dinner cruise followed by a hotel transfer. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2 – Nicaea, Bursa & Pergamum

After an early breakfast, travel by private coach to Nicaea (İznik), visiting historical and religious sites associated with the Councils of Nicaea. Continue to Bursa for historical and religious sightseeing and lunch at a local restaurant. Evening arrival in Bergama, hotel check-in and dinner. Overnight in Bergama.

Day 3 – Pergamum, Smyrna, Thyatira, Sardis & Philadelphia

After an early breakfast, visit the Acropolis of Pergamum and the Red Basilica. Continue to Smyrna and the Church of St. Polycarp in İzmir, then Thyatira in Akhisar, with lunch. Visit Sardis in Salihli and Philadelphia’s ancient church remains in Alaşehir before continuing to Pamukkale. Dinner and overnight at the thermal hotel.

Day 4 – Laodicea, Colossae, Pamukkale & Ephesus

After an early breakfast, visit Laodicea, Colossae near Honaz and the Pamukkale travertines. Continue towards Selçuk with a comfort stop and lunch. Explore Ephesus, including the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre and key ancient remains, then visit the House of the Virgin Mary. Transfer to Kuşadası for dinner and overnight.

Day 5 – Kuşadası Ferry Port Transfer

After breakfast, private coach transfer to Kuşadası Ferry Port. Assistance with departure formalities for the ferry to Samos. End of programme.

Included services

4 hotel nights according to the accommodation plan.
4 lunches at local restaurants; hotel dinners as specified and a Bosphorus dinner cruise.
Entrance fees to museums, ancient cities, archaeological sites and attractions included in the itinerary.
One-way Kuşadası–Samos ferry ticket.
Professional guide service throughout the tour.
Airport meet and greet in Istanbul, plus all programme transport and transfers by private touring coach.

Trade and operational notes

Accommodation is provided free of charge for 1 tour leader per group; application details are reconfirmed with the quotation. Day 1 is planned around a morning arrival. Hotels, visit scope, opening hours and the ferry sailing are subject to final reconfirmation. Please specify your required guiding language when requesting a tour quotation.