In the Footsteps of Saint Basil & Saint Nicholas Tour from Istanbul by Flight | Biblical Cappadocia & Demre

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In the Footsteps of Saint Basil & Saint Nicholas

Day 1

Early morning, pick up from your hotel in Istanbul and transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Kayseri, the birthplace of Saint Basil.

Highlights of the day:

  • Ancient Caesare
  • Archaeological Museum
  • Historical city center
  • Remains connected with early Christianity

Upon the end of the tour, return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 2

Early morning pick up from your hotel and drive to Cappadocia.

Highlights of the day:

  • Open Air Museum
  • Underground city
  • Rock churches
  • Monastic settlements inspired by Basil traditions

Upon the end of the tour, return to a cave hotel for overnight stay in Cappadocia.

Optionals:

Cappadocia Balloon adventure

Vintage Car Sunrise ride with Cappadocia Balloon views

Cappadocia Horseback Riding

Cappadocia Turkish Night Celebration

Cappadocia Whirling Dervishes Ceremony

Day 3

After breakfast pick up from your cave hotel and join the tour which includes a monastery that reflect the spiritual movement established by Saint Basil.

Highlights of the day:

  • Ihlara Valley
  • Selime Monastery
  • Soganli Valley
  • Mustafapasa (Sinassos)

At the end of the tour, return to the cave hotel for overnight stay.

Day 4

After breakfast, pick up from the cave hotel and transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Antalya. Upon arrival, we will drive to Ancient Patara.

Highlights of the day:

  • Ancient Patara
  • Birthplace of Saint Nicholas
  • Roman Parliament
  • Ancient harbor
  • Early Christian remains

At the end of the tour, return to Patara region for overnight stay.

Day 5

After breakfast, pick up from the hotel and drive to Demre (Myra)the place where Saint Nicholas served as a bishop and where he was originally buried.

Highlights of the day:

  • Saint Nicholas Church
  • Ancient Myra
  • Roman Theater
  • Lycian Rock Tombs

After the tour, return to Antalya for overnight stay.,

Day 6

After breakfast, pick up from your hotel to visit Kaleici village.

Highlights of the day:

  • Kaleici
  • Hadrian's Gate
  • Early Christian history
  • Mediterranean churches

After the tour, return to the hotel for overnight stay in Antalya.

Optionals:

Konyaalti Beach: Ideal for relaxing, swimming in the Mediterranean sea, enjoy a drink or ice cream at one of the best front cafeterias, walk along the palm lined promenade and watch the sunset over the Beydaglari mountains.

Lara Beach: Long sandy shoreline, calm water in summer, water sports, numerous beach clubs & restaurants.

Mermerli Beach (closed to old town): Ideal for visitors exploring Kaleici and looking a crystal waters for swimming, relas on sunbeds, enjoy lunch or drinks overlooking the harbor.

Day 7

After breakfast, pick up from the hotel and transfer to the airport for your return flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel.

What's included
  • Round-trip domestic flights from Istanbul
  • Airport transfers
  • Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour
  • Professional licensed English-speaking guide
  • Hotel accommodation (according to the selected package)
  • Daily breakfast
  • Entrance fees (if specified in the selected package)
  • All scheduled sightseeing and visits
  • Local taxes and service charges
Not included
  • Lunches and dinners (unless otherwise stated)
  • Personal expenses
  • Drinks during meals
  • Optional activities
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities for guides and drivers


Need to Know

This is a private or small-group cultural and pilgrimage tour starting from Istanbul with domestic flights included.

The tour operates in all seasons. Please dress according to the weather conditions.

Domestic flight schedules may require an early morning departure or a late evening return.

Entrance fees are included only if specifically mentioned in the tour inclusions.

The itinerary may be adjusted due to weather conditions, local events, or flight schedules while ensuring all major highlights are visited.

This tour is suitable for history enthusiasts, pilgrims, cultural travelers, students, and anyone interested in the early history of Christianity in Anatolia.

Saint Basil served as Bishop of Caesarea (modern Kayseri), while Saint Nicholas served as Bishop of Myra (modern Demre, Antalya). Both are among the most influential saints of the early Christian Church.

What to Bring?
  • Valid passport or government-issued ID
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Light jacket (especially during spring, autumn, or evenings)
  • Sun hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Camera or smartphone
  • Personal medications
  • Small backpack for daily essentials
  • Scarf or shawl for visiting religious places