18/12/2024
Biblical Tour: TURKIYE, The Seven Churches of the Book of Revelation and Nicaea
Spiritual Director: Rev. Dr. Stefan Attard
10Days/9Nights
19 – 28 September 2025
Embark on a profound nine-day biblical tour through Turkiye, delving into the spiritual and historical significance of the Seven Churches of Revelation under the guidance of Rev. Dr. Stefan Attard, Dean of the Faculty of Theology at the University of Malta. This journey offers a unique opportunity to explore the foundations of early Christianity and deepen your faith while visiting key biblical sites.
Begin in Istanbul, where East meets West, and marvel at landmarks like the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace. Travel to Nicaea, the site of the First Ecumenical Council, and Pergamon, known for its Acropolis and the Altar of Zeus. Continue to Sardis, a wealthy city and one of the Seven Churches, and Philadelphia, commended in Revelation for its steadfast faith. In Laodicea, walk amidst the ruins of a city rebuked for spiritual luke warmness and home to the first basilica built after the Edict of Milan.
Explore the natural beauty of Pamukkale and Hierapolis, where the tomb of Apostle Philip stands. Journey through Miletus, Didyma, and Priene, significant for early Christian evangelism. In Ephesus, visit the House of Mary and the Basilica of St. John, marking the apostle’s final resting place, and explore the city praised for its endurance but admonished for losing its first love. Thyatira, renowned for its textile industry, completes the tour of the Seven Churches.
Return to Istanbul for moments of reflection at St. Anthony’s Basilica, the Chora Monastery, and the Patriarchate of Constantinople. Guided by Rev. Dr. Attard’s spirituality and theological expertise, this pilgrimage brings scripture to life, weaving Revelation’s messages into a tapestry of faith, history, and breath taking landscapes.
The above itinerary is subject to change to unforeseen circumstance and weather conditions.
Call us now on 79792040 or email us on [email protected]
€1695 per person in Double/Twin Room
€280 Single Room Supplement
PRICE INCLUDES
Return flights with Turkish Air to Turkiye
20KG check-in luggage
Return airport transfers
All excursion transportation as per itinerary
All excursions as per itinerary
Hotels 4* and 5* accommodation HB
Maltese/English speaking group leader
English speaking local tour guide
Service of a spiritual director, Rev Dr Stefan Attard
Entrance fees according to itinerary
Water in the Bus
Insolvency fund
PRICE EXCLUDES
Travel Insurance
Personal expenses
Lunches and Beverage
Entrances fees in Istanbul and Bosphorus cruise (€185)
Hot air balloon ride
Bosphorus cruise
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