Turkey Religious Tours

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Biblical Jewels of Turkey / 13 Day Trip : Istanbul, Cappadocia, Konya, Antalya, Demre, Pamukkale, Laodicea, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Sardes, Bergama, Bursa, Iznik

Key Details

Tour Name : Biblical Jewels of Turkey / 13 Day Trip
Tour Code : CPP-17416
Travel Duration : 12 Night 13 Day
Service Level : Private Travel
Travel Destinations : Istanbul, Cappadocia, Konya, Antalya, Demre, Pamukkale, Laodicea, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Sardes, Bergama, Bursa, Iznik

Travel Details

DAY 1 : Istanbul

Overnight : Istanbul
Daily Meal Plan : ---
Description : You will arrive to Istanbul / Turkey and transfer to your hotel in Istanbul.

DAY 2 : Istanbul

Tour to Hagia Sophia, St. Irene Church, Topkapi Palace, Chora Museum
Overnight : Istanbul
Daily Meal Plan : Breakfast at hotel, Lunch at tour
Description : After breakfast, you will meet with your at the lobby of your hotel and your Biblical Turkey travel will start with a full day tour to St.Sophia Museum, Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace, St.Irene and St.Chora Museum.

DAY 3 : Istanbul - Cappadocia

Overnight : Cappadocia
Flight : Istanbul to Kayseri
Daily Meal Plan : Breakfast at hotel
Description : You will flight to Cappadocia-Kayseri and transfer to your hotelin Cappadocia. Leisure day.

DAY 4 : Cappadocia

Tour to Zelve Valley, Goreme Open Air Museum, Avanos, Uchisar
Overnight : Cappadocia
Daily Meal Plan : Breakfast at hotel, Lunch at tour
Description : Full day exploring Cappadocia. Visit Goreme Open Air Museum, Avanos, the pottery making town, the natural Citadel of Uchisar and the monastic Zelve Valley.

DAY 5 : Cappadocia

Tour to Kaymakli Underground City, Ihlara Valley
Overnight : Cappadocia
Daily Meal Plan : Breakfast at hotel, Lunch at tour
Description : After breakfast you will visit the Ihlara Valley including painted cave churches, Guzelyurt (Karballa), the birthplace of St. Gregory of Nazianzus and the underground city of Kaymakli. Afterwards you drive back to your hotel in Cappadocia.

DAY 6 : Cappadocia - Konya - Antalya

Tour to Mausoleum of Mevlana
Overnight : Antalya
Daily Meal Plan : Breakfast at hotel, Lunch at tour
Description : Early departure to Konya and visit the Mevlana Museum and the 13th century Whirling Dervish Monastery. After lunch, drive to Antalya.

DAY 7 : Demre - Pamukkale

Tour to Church of St. Nicholas
Overnight : Pamukkale
Daily Meal Plan : Breakfast at hotel, Lunch at tour
Description : After breakfast you will departure to Demre, one of the six great cities of the Lycian civilization which was first settled in the 5th century B.C. The rock tombs, theater and Church of St. Nicholas commemorate the life and work of this Fourth Century Bishop. Saint Nicholas provided the dowries for three poor girls who would not have been able to marry otherwise, the beginning of our tradition of Christmas giving. Continue to Pamukkale for Overnight.

DAY 8 : Pamukkale - Kusadasi

Tour to Hierapolis Ancient City, Pamukkale, Laodicea
Overnight : Kusadasi
Daily Meal Plan : Breakfast at hotel, Lunch at tour
Description : You will take a tour of Hierapolis, see the wonderful formation of stalactites in Pamukkale (Cotton Castle), the Roman Bath which later became a church, then visit Laodicea, one of the Seven Churches of the Revelation. Afterwards you drive back to your hotel in Kusadasi.

DAY 9 : Kusadasi - Ephesus

Tour to Ephesus Ancient City, House of Virgin Mary, Basilica of St.John, Ephesus Archaeology Museum
Overnight : Kusadasi
Daily Meal Plan : Breakfast at hotel, Lunch at tour
Description : Today you will have full day visit to the unforgettable remains of Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary, the Archaelogical Museum and the Basilica of Saint John.

DAY 10 : Kusadasi - Sirince Village - Sardes - Bergama

Tour to Sirince Village, Sardes
Overnight : Bergama
Daily Meal Plan : Breakfast at hotel, Lunch at tour
Description : After breakfast, You will drive to the Sirince VillageSirince Village where has a classical Turkish village life; famous with wine houses, olive oils, handcrafts, organic vegetables and fruits. The village has synthesis of Turk-Greek culture, where we visit mosque and Orthodox church. And then travel to Sardes, the capital city city of the ancient kingdom of Lydia, and the church which was built on the foundations of the Temple of Artemis. After visited Sardes, you will continue to the Bergama for overnight.

DAY 11 : Bergama - Bursa

Tour to Pergamon, Acropolis, Asclepion, Thyatria
Overnight : Bursa
Daily Meal Plan : Breakfast at hotel, Lunch at tour
Description : After breakfast you will dirve to the Akhisar twon for visit the Thyatria and the continue to the Pergamon and see the Asclepion, the ancient hospital whose approach to medicine was remarkably modern, the Acropolis, the church at the site of ancient Serapium, and the Red Court dedicated to St. John. Continue to Bursa for overnight.

DAY 12 : Bursa - Iznik - Istanbul

Tour to Iznik (Ancient Nicaea)
Overnight : Istanbul
Daily Meal Plan : Breakfast at hotel, Lunch at tour
Description : After breakfast you will drive to Iznik (ancient Nicaea) via the beautiful Iznik Lake road. Two ecumenical councils were held here: the First Ecumenical Council of 325 and the Seventh Ecumenical Council of 787. Visit the ruins of the St. Sophia Church where the Seventh Ecumenical Council was held. In the afternoon, drive to Istanbul, the only city in the world spanning two continents, transfer to hotel.

DAY 13 : Istanbul

Overnight : ---
Daily Meal Plan : Breakfast at hotel
Description : Airport transfer for your flight home or another destination. End of Services.

Includes

12 night accommodation at the 4* Hotels or Special Category Hotels
--- Istanbul (3 night) : Pera Tulip Hotel Taksim or equivalent hotel
--- Cappadocia (3 night) : Selcuklu Evi Cave Hotel Urgup or equivalent hotel
--- Antalya (1 night) : Alp Pasa Boutique Hotel Antalya or equivalent hotel
--- Pamukkale (1 night) : Tripolis Hotel Pamukkale or equivalent hotel
--- Kusadasi (2 night) : Efe Boutique Hotel Kusadasi or equivalent hotel
--- Bergama (1 night) : Attalos Suites Bergama or equivalent hotel
--- Bursa (1 night) : Golden Pearl Boutique Hotel Bursa or equivalent hotel
12 breakfast at the hotel, 10 lunch at the day tours
Inbound Airport Transfer - Istanbul Atatürk Airport or S.Gokcen Airport
Outbound Airport Transfer - Istanbul Atatürk Airport or S.Gokcen Airport
Professional English-speaking tour guide for the duration of the day tours
Domestic Flights
Transfers at the mentioned airports for domestic flights in the itinerary
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
Car park fees at the tours and airport transfers
Baby car seat for ages between 00 and 04
Entrance fees of the mentioned tours in the itinerary

Excludes

International Flight Tickets
Tips for guide, driver, hotel and restaurants
Travel Insurance
Dinner
Drinks
Personal Expenses
Package Price (Per Person)
Avalibale for dates between 31.10.2016 and 31.10.2017
Your Party Adult (13 +) Child (7-12) Child (3-6)
2-3 People 2,655 US$ 1,327 US$ 100 US$
4-5 People 1,799 US$ 899 US$ 100 US$
6-7 People 1,512 US$ 756 US$ 100 US$
8-9 People 1,369 US$ 684 US$ 100 US$
10-11 People 1,284 US$ 642 US$ 100 US$
12-13 People 1,229 US$ 614 US$ 100 US$
14-15 People 1,185 US$ 592 US$ 100 US$
Single Suppl. 390 US$
For your groups over 15 people, contact us for special rates.

Accommodation Details of Travel Plan
Istanbul : Pera Tulip Hotel (Special Category)
Cappadocia : Selcuklu Evi Cave Hotel (Special Category)
Antalya : Alp Pasa Boutique Hotel (Special Category)
Pamukkale : Tripolis Hotel (4 Stars)
Kusadasi : Efe Boutique Hotel (Special Category)
Bergama : Attalos Suites (Special Category)
Bursa : Golden Pearl Boutique Hotel (Special Category)

Remarks

Prices are per person and available for accommodation in double or twin share rooms.
This travel package organise in private tour basis. That's mean, There will not be another passenger / tourist with you. All the travel services will provide for you.
If you would like stay at 5 stars hotel or boutique hotels, please inform us about that. The upgrade of hotel category is available for this travel package.
Due to the nature of this tour, this tour is not recommended for guests using a walker or wheelchair, or who have difficulties in walking, climbing, or managing steps.

Discounts & Supplements

A minimum of 2 pax per booking is required. If you are solo traveller, We could charge 2 people price.
There is 50% children discount for ages between 07-12. We charge 100 US$ for ages between 03-06. We do not charge for ages between 00-02.
The guiding language of the tours are English. You may ask to have another languages speaking guides which will depend on availibility.

How Can I Book This Tour ?

Please fill the booking request form at the right of that page and post us online.
We will response your request within 12 hours and send you an official booking & credit card authorization form for your deposit (25%) payment.
Your tour will be confirmed by Celsus Travel after you paid deposit of your tour amount and we will send your confirmation document / vouchers.

Payment Policy

We request min 25% deposit for certain reservation and this payment should be while booking of tour plan.
The balance should be paid by clients before 24 days of departure date. If your booking is made within 24 days of the departure date then the full amount is payable at the time of booking.
We accept MasterCard, Visa for your payments by credit card.

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 24 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is full refund of your payment.
If you cancel between 11 and 23 days prior to departure, we will retain the deposit.
If you cancel within 10 day(s) prior to departure, there will not be any refund.

Booking Request Form

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