The Art and Architectural Splendors of Early Christianity, Turkey
14 Days
Early Christian Art Turkey Tour has the most important sites that will be associated with the rise of early Christianity, counting those related to the missionary outreach of the Apostle Paul and the cities mentioned by the Revelation of John in biblical Asia Minor (modern Turkey). Our tour also has virtual crosscut of Western history as it has been played out in the critical region of Turkey. Significant eras of this history has the Hellenization of the ancient world by the campaigns of Alexander the Great, the rise of Christianity, the church fathers and monastic movement in Cappadocia, Byzantine Empire and Eastern Orthodoxy.
Istanbul: Basilica Cistern, Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome, Archaeology Museum, Hagia Irene, Little Hagia Sophia, Patriarchal Church of St George, Dolmabahce and Beylerbeyi Palaces, Chora Church
Cappadocia: Ihlara Valley, Göreme, Belisirma Village, Cavusin, Zelve, St. John the Baptist, Avanos, Eskigumusler Monastery, Kaymakli
Manisa: Sardis, Philadelphia, Laodicia
Pamukkale: Hierapolis
Aydin: Aphrodisias
Dalyan: Harbour City of Caunos
Izmir: Ephesus, St Paul’s Grotto, Monastery of St. John, Pergamum, Asclepion
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- All transfers
- 13 Nights FC Hotels Accommodation
- Welcome cocktail
- Transportation by modern A/C Vehicle
- All Domestics Flights
- Baggage Handling
- 13x breakfast and 13x dinner
- English speaking Prof. Tour Guide
- Cruise on Bosphorus by Private Boat
- All entrance Fees
- All applicable Taxes
- Tips at the hotels
- Beverages
- Customary tips for guide and driver
Average weather for Istanbul
| J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D | |
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| Ave High Temp °c | 8 | 8 | 11 | 16 | 20 | 26 | 28 | 25 | 25 | 19 | 14 | 10 |
| Ave Low Temp °c | 4 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 12 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 16 | 12 | 9 | 6 |
| Ave Rainfall (mm) | 100 | 70 | 50 | 60 | 40 | 30 | 30 | 20 | 50 | 60 | 100 | 100 |
Average weather for Ankara
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| Ave High Temp °c | 3 | 5 | 11 | 16 | 20 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 18 | 11 | 5 |
| Ave Low Temp °c | -5 | -4 | -2 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 12 | 8 | 3 | -1 | -3 |
| Ave Rainfall (mm) | 60 | 40 | 30 | 60 | 50 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 20 | 30 | 40 | 50 |
Average weather for Antalya
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| Ave High Temp °c | 15 | 15 | 18 | 21 | 26 | 31 | 34 | 33 | 31 | 26 | 20 | 16 |
| Ave Low Temp °c | 5 | 6 | 7 | 10 | 14 | 18 | 21 | 21 | 18 | 14 | 9 | 7 |
| Ave Rainfall (mm) | 180 | 130 | 80 | 80 | 20 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 90 | 180 | 210 |
Average weather for Izmir
| J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D | |
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| Ave High Temp °c | 11 | 13 | 16 | 20 | 25 | 30 | 32 | 32 | 29 | 23 | 18 | 13 |
| Ave Low Temp °c | 4 | 5 | 6 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 20 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 9 | 6 |
| Ave Rainfall (mm) | 126 | 95 | 77 | 47 | 29 | 11 | 6 | 5 | 15 | 41 | 84 | 144 |
What Our Guests Say About Turkey
Can not say enough say about our guide brillant is every way. He did so much for us with the best attitude and it is most knowledgeable and passionate about his country comparison to other guides we have had. Turkey and the Turks ara beautiful. Must come back.
Kay Logan
Talisman has provided an excellent both the guide and the driver were very friendly, efficent and cooperative. Everyone enjoyed the fact it was a small group.
Pamela Flanagan
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