7 Day Seven Churches Tour Package
Private Seven Churches of Revelation itinerary — Ephesus to Laodicea with Virgin Mary House, Pergamon, Sardis synagogue and Pamukkale in one licensed faith route.
Key facts
- Package type
- Private multi-city itinerary
- Duration
- 7 days
- From
- From $2,280 per person
- Cities
- ephesus, izmir, pamukkale
- Guides
- Licensed private guide per region
- License
- TURSAB #14817
Operator: Turkey Travel Agency · TURSAB #14817 · +90 544 673 22 02
From $2,280 per person
7 days
From $2,280 per person based on 2 travelers sharing; church groups of 10+ receive coach pricing on quote.
Package Highlights
- • All 7 Revelation churches in driving order
- • House of Virgin Mary & Ephesus UNESCO site
- • Pergamon acropolis & Sardis synagogue
- • Laodicea excavations & Pamukkale travertines
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive Izmir (Smyrna)
Airport meet-and-greet, Smyrna agora and Kordon orientation — Revelation 2:8–11. Private airport transfer to your hotel in ephesus. Our team briefs you on the next day's schedule and confirms guide pickup times.
Day 2
Ephesus
Virgin Mary House, Ephesus ruins and St. John Basilica — Revelation 2:1–7. Private guide and vehicle in ephesus — pace the day to your interests with photo stops and a recommended local lunch break.
Day 3
Pergamum
Acropolis theatre, Asclepion and Red Basilica — Revelation 2:12–17. Private guide and vehicle in pamukkale — pace the day to your interests with photo stops and a recommended local lunch break.
Day 4
Thyatira & Sardis
Akhisar and Sart synagogue complex — Revelation 2:18–29 and 3:1–6. Private guide and vehicle in pamukkale — pace the day to your interests with photo stops and a recommended local lunch break.
Day 5
Philadelphia
Alaşehir walls and acropolis — Revelation 3:7–13; transfer toward Pamukkale. Private guide and vehicle in pamukkale — pace the day to your interests with photo stops and a recommended local lunch break.
Day 6
Laodicea & Pamukkale
Laodicea excavations and Hierapolis travertines — Revelation 3:14–22. Private guide and vehicle in pamukkale — pace the day to your interests with photo stops and a recommended local lunch break.
Day 7
Departure
Transfer to Izmir airport or extend to Istanbul. Private transfer from your hotel to the airport in pamukkale with buffer time for check-in. Extend your trip or add coast nights on request.
What's Included & Not Included
Included
- Private licensed biblical-history guide throughout
- 4-star hotels in Izmir region and Pamukkale
- Private Mercedes Vito or similar — your group only
- All airport transfers and intercity driving
- Entrance fees to listed archaeological sites
- Breakfast daily
- House of Virgin Mary and Ephesus entries
Not included
- International flights to/from Turkey
- Travel insurance
- Most lunches and dinners unless stated
- Personal expenses and optional tips
- Visa fees where applicable
Booking from abroad
We tailor this package for travelers worldwide — see dedicated planning pages:
Package overview
Private Seven Churches of Revelation itinerary — Ephesus to Laodicea with Virgin Mary House, Pergamon, Sardis synagogue and Pamukkale in one licensed faith route. This private itinerary covers ephesus, izmir, pamukkale with licensed guides in each city, boutique or mid-range hotels (upgrades available), and domestic flights where the route requires them. Turkey Travel Agency coordinates every transfer so you do not lose days to logistics — unlike DIY booking across Turkish carriers and regional drivers.
Why travelers book this route
The 7 days format balances All 7 Revelation churches in driving order, House of Virgin Mary & Ephesus UNESCO site, Pergamon acropolis & Sardis synagogue without rushing. First-time visitors to Turkey often choose this template because it hits UNESCO sites, iconic landscapes and at least one coast or bazaar experience. Every departure is customized — add nights in Bodrum, swap Pamukkale for Antalya, or extend balloon flights in Cappadocia on request.
Day-by-day flow
Your confirmed itinerary follows this structure: Day 1: Arrive Izmir (Smyrna); Day 2: Ephesus; Day 3: Pergamum; Day 4: Thyatira & Sardis; Day 5: Philadelphia; Day 6: Laodicea & Pamukkale; Day 7: Departure. Each day includes private guiding and vehicle; domestic flights are arranged when cities are far apart. We send hotel names, flight times and guide contacts before you leave home. WhatsApp support answers last-minute questions in your timezone when possible.
Inclusions and how to customize
Typical inclusions: private licensed guides, AC vehicle, hotels as quoted, domestic flights on multi-city routes, and entrance fees where listed. Exclusions usually cover international flights, insurance, most lunches and personal expenses. Request changes when you quote — honeymoon upgrades, halal dining, accessible pacing and family rooms are standard requests we handle weekly.
Faith pacing and optional worship
Daily schedules allow 20–30 minute reflection stops on request. Your pastor or group leader leads worship; we secure quiet locations and manage timing. Sunday arrivals can include local church visit when schedule allows.
Hotels on the Revelation loop
Izmir or Selçuk base for days 1–5; Pamukkale thermal hotel night before departure. Upgrades to boutique Selçuk or cave-style Pamukkale properties on quote.
Honest archaeology briefings
Thyatira has limited standing ruins — we do not oversell. Sardis, Ephesus, Pergamon and Laodicea deliver strong site time. Guides explain what is known vs reconstructed at each stop.