Bring your church or school to stand where Christ addressed the seven churches of Asia, from Ephesus to Laodicea, and watch the book of Revelation come to life in the ruins where its words were first sent. We build it privately, around your group.
Two millennia ago, Jesus revealed himself to the Apostle John. The Word given to the Seven Churches of Asia is the same inspired Scripture that teaches Christ's churches today.
Walking through the sites of the Seven Churches brings the book of Revelation to life in a powerful way. You'll stand where early Christians gathered, consider the messages Jesus gave to each church, and see how those words still speak today, all alongside an expert guide who opens the history, geography, and context of each place.
We run the Seven Churches Tour as a private, customizable tour for your group: a church, a school, a class, or a circle of friends. We shape the dates, the pace, and the teaching around you.
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Prices are land only. Flights from the US often run $900–$1,400 per person, so a typical trip starts around $2,700 per person all in.
Prices are land only.Flights from the US often run $900–$1,400 per person, so a typical trip starts around $2,700 per person all in.
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Per-person pricing scales with group size & season.
The church that left its first love, and the city where Paul's School of Tyrannus sent the gospel throughout Asia. Home to St. John's Basilica and one of the world's oldest baptismals.
The suffering church, called faithful unto death. A leading city that vied to be "First City of Asia," and home of the martyr Polycarp.
The church that held fast "where Satan's throne is," beneath the great acropolis and altar of Zeus.
The church that tolerated false teaching • Lydia's hometown (Acts 16:14).
The church with a name for being alive, yet warned it was dead • A melting pot of empires where the Temple of Artemis meets a Byzantine church.
The faithful church given an open door • Later known as the city of martyrs.
The lukewarm church • Wealthy and self-sufficient, beside the hot springs of Hierapolis.
The land of hot springs and white travertine terraces adjacent to Colossae, above Laodicea.
A representative route. Exact sites and pace flex with your group and your leader.
Fly to Izmir (ADB), where your guide will greet you. Overnight in Izmir.
Begin in ancient Ephesus (Revelation 2:1–7), where Paul's School of Tyrannus unleashed the gospel throughout Asia. See how Turkey's famous carpets are made, then visit St. John's Basilica and one of the world's oldest baptismals. Overnight in Izmir.
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Ancient Smyrna (Revelation 2:8–11), a leading city of the empire and home of the martyr Polycarp; the acropolis of Pergamum (Revelation 2:12–17) with its panoramic views; and after lunch, Thyatira (Revelation 2:18–29), Lydia's hometown (Acts 16:14), where Paul's ministry planted a strong church. Overnight in Izmir.
Sardis (Revelation 3:1–6), a melting pot of faiths and empires where the Temple of Artemis meets a Byzantine church. Then through the Hermus Valley to Philadelphia (Revelation 3:7–13), the city of martyrs, before driving on to Pamukkale. Overnight in Pamukkale.
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A morning in Laodicea (Revelation 3:14–22), the very picture of the "lukewarm" church, then Hierapolis (Colossians 4:13), the land of hot springs beside Colossae. Return to Izmir in the afternoon. Overnight in Izmir.
Transfer to Izmir Airport (ADB) for your departure flight.
A licensed local guide with you the whole trip
Want a teacher with your group? A pastor or scholar can join your group on site by arrangement, subject to availability. Let us know on the Plan your tour page.
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