Kadifekale Tours
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Kadifekale, also known as the Velvet Castle, presides over the town from its vantage point on top of a hill of the same name. Built by General Lysimachos, a successor of Alexander the Great, Kadifekale appears to have acted as both a castle and a fort, giving clear views over much of the city and across to the Gulf of Izmir.
Restoration work is underway, but travelers can see the castle gate, Roman cisterns, watch tower and some castle walls upon visiting. The views from the castle ramparts are not to be missed.
Restoration work is underway, but travelers can see the castle gate, Roman cisterns, watch tower and some castle walls upon visiting. The views from the castle ramparts are not to be missed.
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Beware of the hawkers that frequent the castle.
Address: Kadifekale, Izmir, Turkish Aegean Coast, Turkey
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The Seven Churches of Revelation Tour
“I was in the Spirit on the Lord’s day, and I heard behind me a great voice, as of a trumpet saying, ‘What thou seest, write in a book and send it to the seven churches: unto Ephesus, and unto Smyrna, and unto Pergamum, and unto Thyatira, and unto Sardis, and unto Philadelphia, and unto Laodicea.’” —Rev. 1:10-11 (ASV). Well, Turkey is the home to all seven of the churches mentioned in the Book of Revelation, also known as the apocalypse, which was written by St. John the Apostle (also the author of the Gospel of John), who was exiled to the island of Patmos for his Christian faith. The Seven Churches are located in the geographic region of the Roman Empire known as the State of Asia. An optional overnight visit to the Island of Patmos, Greece, may be added to your tour if desired. Please contact us for pricing and details. We are here to offer you an immaculate spiritual experience in our holy region.
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$3,103.54
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$3,103.54
Price varies by group size
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İzmir Tour by Khalid
This half-day guided tour to Izmir begins
with the 4th century Castle of Alexander the Great built on Pagos
Hill overlooking the city. Nearby, is the well preserved Roman market place,
the Agora. This has become the Agora Open-Air Museum of Izmir holding many
historical artifacts. The symbol of Izmir is a beautifully carved marble Clock
Tower which stands in the centre of Konak Square. It has four fountains round
it and is about 113 years old. You will then be taken round the bay to
Karsiyaka, a residential area before crossing the bay by ferry boat to see
Kemeralti, the old Bazaar built by the Ottomans.
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$251.69
Price varies by group size
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$251.69
Price varies by group size
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers

Discover the Magic ancient city Izmir on a private tour
Izmir is located on the shores of the Aegean Sea and it is the third-largest city in Turkey. It was called Smyrna in ancient times. Now it is a big city with a population of over 4 million with a lot of things to do, to explore, and to find out. On this tour, our guide will show all the gems of the city and you will find out why this place is also known as the “pearl of Asia Minor” since ancient periods.
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$320.00
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$320.00
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers

Small-Group Half Day Sightseeing Tour from Izmir
Uncover the mysteries of ancient cities and castles during a half-day guided sightseeing tour in Izmir. With your local guide explore the remnants of Alexander the Great’s castle, admire ancient Agora, and spend time at the Ethnographic and Archaeological museums.
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$50.00
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$50.00
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