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Tour of Istanbul, the 7 Churches of Revelation and Cappadocia with Rev Chris and Maureen Graham 30 September – 9 October 2026

Tour Code: GC304 Country: Turkey Leader: Rev Chris and Maureen Graham Departure Date: 30th September 2026 Number of nights: 9

Rev Chris and Maureen Graham are excited to invite you to join them for a tour of Turkey in September 2026. Discover the rich spiritual heritage of Turkey by visiting the sites of the seven churches of Revelation—ancient cities mentioned in the book of Revelation that hold deep significance for Christians. Walk in the footsteps of the early believers in Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea, where faith was both tested and strengthened. We will be looking at relevant biblical passages during our Pilgrimage and sharing Holy Communion together. These sacred sites, nestled amid breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture, offer a profound journey through biblical history, early Christian architecture, and timeless messages of hope and perseverance. Also visit the amazing Cappadocia known for its fairy chimneys and used by the early Christians. Turkey invites us to connect with our faith in a land where scripture comes alive.

 

Wednesday 30th September 2026 - Welcome to TurkeyRead More

Welcome to Turkey. Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, meet with your local English-speaking tour guide and transfer to your hotel. After you check-in, if time permits enjoy a private cruise on the Bosphorus (cruise duration is approx. 1.5 hrs), the iconic waterway that separates Europe and Asia, offering stunning views of Istanbul’s skyline and it’s historic landmarks. Dinner at hotel.

 

Thursday 1st October 2026 - IstanbulRead More

Today, embark on a full-day tour of Istanbul’s most renowned landmarks. Our first visit is to Hagia Sophia; once a Byzantine cathedral, later an Ottoman Mosque, now a mosque again, this masterpiece has been a central place of worship for centuries, and then to the Hippodrome – the ancient sporting and social centre of Constantinople. Continue to the Blue Mosque – a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture known for its blue Iznik tiles. In the afternoon visit the Basilica Cistern – an underground water reservoir built during the reign of Emperor Justinian I. Onto the Spice Market and Grand Bazaar – vibrant centres of trade and culture. We return to our hotel for evening dinner.

 

Friday 2nd October 2026 - Istanbul/CanakkaleRead More

This morning we depart for Canakkale, crossing into the historical region of Asia Minor. En route, we visit ancient Troy – known from Homer’s Iliad, the legendary city of the Trojan War and the Alexandria Troas ruins – an important port city in the Roman era visited by the Apostle Paul during his missionary journeys (Acts 16:8–11). Dinner and overnight will be at our hotel in Canakkale.

 

Saturday 3rd October 2026 - Canakkale/KusadasiRead More

After breakfast we drive to visit ancient Smyrna and we view the Agora. Next, to another of the seven churches: Pergamum. We will visit the extensive Roman ruins: the massive acropolis. Then we drive to Thyatira, which is one of the Seven Churches mentioned in the Book of Revelation. View the ancient roadway and period columns. We return for evening dinner at our hotel arriving at around 7pm.

 

 

Sunday 4th October 2026 - KusadasiRead More

This morning, depart for Miletus. Miletus has one of the largest amphitheatres in Asia Minor. It was in Miletus that St. Paul stopped at the end of his third journey and predicted his imprisonment. We view the archaeological ruins including the Lion Harbour. Continue to Ephesus, drive through the meandering Valley to Ephesus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the First Church of Revelation. Ephesus was the capital of Roman Asia Minor and Paul preached and taught here for over two years. View the magnificent harbour and the great amphitheatre, which seated nearly 25,000 people. See the Marble Street, the Library of Celsius, a gymnasium and the Temple of Hadrian. You will also see the Temple of Diana, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the site of the scene of religious riots. St. Paul founded the Church here and was also imprisoned in Ephesus. We then visit the Basilica of St. John, whose later life and death are associated with Ephesus & the House of the Virgin Mary. Evening dinner will be at our hotel.

 

Monday 5th October 2026 - Kusadasi/PummukaleRead More

Our first visit of the day is to Sardis, the capital city of the Lydian Kingdom. Sardis was one of the very rich metropolises of Asia Minor with crowded populations of Jews which might have enabled the Good News to be heard at a faster rate. The city was where the richest man on earth, King Croesus enjoyed an incredible power and wealth. Lydians invented and minted the first coins in the world. Visit one of the oldest synagogues of the world, which was later converted into a church. Also visit the monumental Artemis Temple and the impressively restored Roman Imperial Hall. Continue to Philadelphia, which was referred to as the “New Jerusalem” (Rev. 3:7-13) in the Book of Revelation. Not much is left of the city except for the ancient wall and the remains of a Byzantine Basilica in the modern city of Alasehir. Upon arrival to Pamukkale visit to Laodicea which was one of the seven churches of Asia Minor (Rev 3:14-22) where John called the Christians “Lukewarm. The final visit of the day is to Hierapolis where Apostle Philip came to spread the Christianity and is believed to have lived and been martyred here. Hierapolis is mentioned in St. Paul’s epistle to the Colossians (Colossian 4:13). Explore one of the richest cemetery grounds of the ancient world, the main Domitian Gate, and the main avenue. Visit the white travertine cascades of Pamukkale. Pamukkale is a unique site in the world, declared as World Heritage Site by the UNESCO Cultural Department. Dinner and overnight will once again be at our hotel in Pamukkale.

 

Tuesday 6th October 2026 - Pamukkale/Cappadocia (long day with early departure and late arrival)Read More

Today we drive to Cappadocia, an extensive region of odd, conic forms of gray, yellow rock, some topped with off-angle hats, and many more than 15m high. In Turkish these cones have been poetically called peri bacalari- fairy chimneys. Over 3500 rock churches have been identified in the area. Several symbols appear throughout, pomegranates, birds, lions, snakes, vines, and obvious crosses. There are many underground cities which were places of refuge where people have hidden themselves from invaders. En-route visit Pisidian Antiochia, a very rich Roman metropolis, by the foot of the impressive Taurus Mountain range. It was here, in Pisidian Antioch where the Apostle Paul delivered his first recorded sermon in Asia Minor. (Acts 13:16) (Acts 13:44). Visit the synagogue and the churches of the city together with the temple and the theatre. Check in to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

 

Wednesday 7th October 2026 - CappadociaRead More

We will spend all day exploring the history and scenery of Cappadocia. Firstly, we’ll visit the gently folding volcanic rock formations and the “fairy chimneys” of Goreme Open Air Museum. These rock formations are not only beautiful, but functional as well. Many early Christian communities lived and worshipped deep in the rocks and crags, leaving their frescoes and paintings to be marvelled at centuries later. Other communities lived underground, and we’ll visit the underground city of Kaymaklı. To protect themselves from Roman persecution and marauding bandits, local people began to live in underground caves forming “cities” that reach a depth of up to 7 stories below the surface. The next stop is the Zelve -Pasabag valley where the iconic Fairy Chimneys dot the landscape. This is the perfect location for your guide to explain how the unique landscapes were formed as you can still see the newly forming fairy chimneys in various stages of erosion – many have caves and chapels or churches located inside. The Pasabag (or Monk’s) Valley has a rich & fascinating history and offers plenty of opportunities for photos and fresh air while walking among the different rock formations. Other sites include the Natural Citadel of Uchisar and the small, picturesque village of Avanos – famous for their red clay pottery. In Avanos we’ll visit “The Potter’s Place: Gift Shop and Cultural Centre” and have time for visiting a local potter for a demonstration and maybe you can try your own hand at the potter’s wheel. In the evening we witness and enjoy a Whirling Dervish performance show before evening dinner at our hotel.

 

 

Thursday 8th October 2026 - CappadociaRead More

After enjoying a leisurely breakfast at your area hotel, your guide & driver will meet you at your hotel to begin the second day of your private tour of Cappadocia. Our first stop is a morning walk in the serene Soganli Valley. Nestled into the rolling hills in the southern part of Cappadocia, the quiet valley of Soganli offers beautiful walking paths, original dove cotes built by monks and uniquely painted churches dotting the landscape. We continue over the Gomeda Valley to the old Greek village of Sinasos – now called Mustafapasa. Prior to the founding of the current Republic of Turkey, this area was home to many ethnic Greeks. Nearly 90 years ago, the largest population exchange in recorded history took place between Greece and Turkey. The village retains the ancient Greek architecture as well as Greek Orthodox churches. With ornately carved and painted wooden doors, quaint two- storey houses with balconies and a lively village square – Sinasos is nestled into the picturesque Gomeda Valley. We enjoy our farewell dinner at a local restaurant.

 

Friday 9th October 2026 - Cappadocia/KayseriRead More

 

After breakfast, we transfer to Kayseri airport for our domestic flight to Istanbul in order to connect with our international flight back to the UK.

 

Tour Information and PricesRead More

Price

£2233.00 per person.

(The above price is based on two people sharing a twin/double room based on minimum 15 group members)

Price in a single room: £2657.00

Non-refundable deposit £350.00 per person.

Price includes:

  • Superior 4* hotel accommodation on half board basis in Turkey. (Hotels as below)
  • Istanbul Ramada plaza by Wyndham Sultanahmet hotel, in September 30th, out October 2nd, 2026
  • All entrance fees and tours as per itinerary above.
  • All transfers, meeting and assistance on arrival at Istanbul.
  •  Porterage at all hotels (1 piece of luggage, 23kg).
  • Fully licensed English speaking tour Guide throughout.
  • Flights included from UK to Istanbul
  • All Gratuities/Tipping included.

Price excludes:

  • Travel insurance – We recommend Campbell Irvine (Click this link) 
  • Lunches – Payable locally.

 

 

 

 

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