IN FOOTSTEPS OF PAUL IN TURKEY
APRIL 26 – MAY 12, 2025
Embarking on the this tour is a captivating journey through the landscapes and cities that shaped the early Christian faith. This immersive experience traces the missionary journeys of the Apostle Paul, whose teachings and writings profoundly influenced the spread of Christianity. From the ancient city of Ephesus, where Paul spent considerable time and wrote to the Ephesians, to the bustling port city of Antalya, believed to be where Paul and Barnabas set sail on their first missionary journey, each destination on this itinerary offers a profound connection to biblical history. As you walk in the footsteps of Paul, you'll not only uncover archaeological treasures and ancient ruins but also gain a deeper appreciation for the cultural and spiritual significance of these sites in the early Christian world.
Apr 26 Sat Depart Portland – Fly Istanbul via Seattle
Apr 27 Sun Arrive Istanbul – Take the connection flight to Adana Airport – Overnight Antioch Museum Hotel (D)
Apr 28 Mon Seleucia Pereia, Peter Church, Museum under the hotel – Overnight Antioch Museum Hotel (B,L,D)
Apr 29 Tue Drive Tarsus and visit Cleoptra Gate, Paul’s Well & Church – Overnight Cappadocia (B,L,D)
Apr 30 Wed Cappadocia: visit the rock churches in Goreme – Overnight Cappadocia (B,L,D)
May 1 Thu Lystra – Iconium (Possible Museum and city center) – Overnight Konya (B,L,D)
May 2 Fri Konya - Antioch Pisidian – Overnight Antalya (B,L,D)
May 3 Sat Perga, Antalya (Harbor Cruise and visit with Mark Wilson if available) – Overnight Antalya (B,L,D)
May 4 Sun Antalya – Colossae - Hierapolis (Philips Tomb and Pluto Sanctuary)-Overnight Pamukkale (B,L,D)
May 5 Mon Pamukkale - Laodicea – Overnight Kusadasi (B,L,D)
May 6 Tue Ephesus site and Terrace Houses – Overnight Izmir (B,L,D)
May 7 Wed Smyrna – Sardis – Philadelphia – Overnight Izmir (B,L,D)
May 8 Thu Pergamon, Thyatira – Overnight Assos (B,L,D)
May 9 Fri Assos (Walk on Roman road) – Troas – Troy – Overnight Canakkale (B,L,D)
May 10 Sat Drive Istanbul: Hippodrome, Hagia Sophia – Overnight Istanbul (B,L,D)
May 11 Sun Istanbul : St Irene Church, Grand Bazaar, Water cisterns – Overnight Istanbul (B,L,D)
May 12 Mon Transfer to Istanbul Airport for flight back home. (B)
Including
- Roundtrip international flights between Portland – Istanbul (via Seattle)
- Istanbul-Adana domestic flight
- 2 Nights at The Museum Hotel in Antakya
- 2 Nights at Barcelo Hotel in Cappadocia or similar
- 1 Night at Dedeman Hotel in Konya
- 2 Nights at Best Western Khan Hotel in Antalya or similar
- 1 Night at Doga Thermal Hotel in Pamukkale or similar
- 1 Night at Korumar Hotel in Kusadasi or similar
- 2 Nights at Moevenpick Hotel in Izmir or similar
- 1 Night at Kervansaray Hotel in Assos or similar
- 1 Night at Kolin Hotel in Canakkale or similar
- 2 Night at Moevenpick Golden Horn Hotel in Istanbul or similar
- Daily breakfasts (B:Breakfast)
- 13 Lunches (L:Lunch)
- 14 dinners (D:Dinner)
- All transfers and transportation by private bus
- All Entry fees to the sites and museums
- English Speaking licensed tour guide throughout the tour
- Service charges and local taxes
Excluding
- Drinks
- Tips to tour guide ($70) and drivers ($30)
- Travel and Health insurance, all kind of insurances
- Porterage & excess baggage
- Visa Fees (if any), US and Canadian Citizens do not need a visa to enter Turkey
Flight Details
Flight Schedule: SEATTLE – ISTANBUL Turkish Airlines
TK 204 26APR SEAIST 1840 1640 TK2468
27APR ISTADA 1815 1950 Surface
TK 203 12MAY ISTSEA 1420 1645
Flight Schedule: PORTLAND – SEATTLE *will be announced later
Hotels
May 01, 2025 - May 02, 2025Dedeman Hotel & Convention Center, Konya
