Turkey

May 28–June 8, 2025

Explore Turkey's rich history and culture with visits to key archaeological sites and ancient cities, including a mix of study sessions and exploration. From significant ruins and scenic landscapes to the unique charm of Cappadocia and the vibrant life of Istanbul, this journey offers a deep dive into Turkey's past and present.

Dr. Jeffrey A D WeimaProfessor of New TestamentCalvin Theological Seminary

Itinerary Details Hosts & Guide Policies Contact Useful Information

WEDNESDAY, MAY 28: Arrive in Izmir, Smyrna (overnight in Izmir) If possible, we also drive up to Mt. Pagus [Note: No study session for first night; no meeting room needed]

THURSDAY, MAY 29: Pergamum – Red Basilica – Asclepion (overnight in Soma) *study session

FRIDAY, MAY 30: Sardis, Miletus, Didyma (overnight in Kusadasi) [Note: No study session; no need for meeting room]

SATURDAY, MAY 31: Ephesus (overnight in Kusadasi) Ephesus, Museum, Basilica of St. John - *study/worship session

SUNDAY, JUNE 1: Aphrodisias, Laodicea (overnight in Pamukkale) [Note: No study session; no need for meeting room]

MONDAY, JUNE 2: Hierapolis, Martyrium of St. Philip Colossae (overnight in Antalya) *study session

TUESDAY, JUNE 3: Perge, Aspendos, Attalia (overnight in Antalya) *study session

WEDNESDAY,JUNE 4: Pisidian Antioch, Iconium (overnight in Konya) [Note: No study session; no need for meeting room]

THURSDAY, JUNE 5: Cappadocia (overnight Cappadocia) Göreme Valley, Dark Church, Pasabag Valley Zelve Open Air Museum

FRIDAY, JUNE 6: Fly Istanbul (overnight in Istanbul) Hippodrome, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, [Note: No study session; no meeting room needed]

SATURDAY, JUNE 7: Istanbul (overnight in Istanbul) Archeological Museum, Hagia Eirene, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, Bosphorus Boat Tour. *study session

SUNDAY, JUNE 8: Fly back to USA

Including

1 Night at 4 star Kordon Cankaya Hotel in Izmir or similar
1 Night at 4 star Ramada Hotel in Soma or similar
2 Nights at 4 star Korumar Hotel in Kusadasi or similar
1 Night at 4 star Doga Thermal Hotel in Pamukkale or similar
2 Nights at 4 star Best Western Khan Hotel in Antalya or similar
1 Night at 4 star Anemon Hotel in Konya or similar
1 Night at 4 star Dilek Kaya Hotel in Cappadocia or similar
2 Nights at Kent Hotel in Istanbul or similar
Daily open buffet breakfasts at the hotels
11 dinners at hotels
Hotel-Airport-hotel transfers
All transportation by private A/C Bus
Tolls, parking fees, fuel, driver’s & guide’s expenses
Professional licensed English speaking tour guide for the program
All entrance fees to the mentioned sites & museums
Service charges & local taxes
Headsets and tips to hotels

Excluding

All flights
Lunches and drinks
Travel and Health insurance, any kind of insurance
Tips to tour guide and to the driver
Meeting Rooms at the hotels for Study Sessions

Hotels

May 28, 2025 - May 29, 2025 Kordon Otel Çankaya, İzmir, Turkey
May 29, 2025 - May 30, 2025 Ramada by Wyndham Soma, Manisa, Turkey
May 30, 2025 - June 01, 2025 Korumar Hotel de Luxe, Aydın, Turkey
June 01, 2025 - June 02, 2025 Doga Thermal Otel, Denizli, Turkey
June 02, 2025 - June 04, 2025 Best Western Khan Hotel, Antalya, Turkey
June 04, 2025 - June 05, 2025 Anemon Hotel, Konya, Turkey
June 05, 2025 - June 06, 2025 Dilek Kaya Otel, Nevşehir, Turkey
June 06, 2025 - June 08, 2025 Kent Hotel, Istanbul, Turkey

Locations on the map may include pre program or extension locations with main program.

Including

1 Night at 4 star Kordon Cankaya Hotel in Izmir or similar
1 Night at 4 star Ramada Hotel in Soma or similar
2 Nights at 4 star Korumar Hotel in Kusadasi or similar
1 Night at 4 star Doga Thermal Hotel in Pamukkale or similar
2 Nights at 4 star Best Western Khan Hotel in Antalya or similar
1 Night at 4 star Anemon Hotel in Konya or similar
1 Night at 4 star Dilek Kaya Hotel in Cappadocia or similar
2 Nights at Kent Hotel in Istanbul or similar
Daily open buffet breakfasts at the hotels
11 dinners at hotels
Hotel-Airport-hotel transfers
All transportation by private A/C Bus
Tolls, parking fees, fuel, driver’s & guide’s expenses
Professional licensed English speaking tour guide for the program
All entrance fees to the mentioned sites & museums
Service charges & local taxes
Headsets and tips to hotels

Excluding

All flights
Lunches and drinks
Travel and Health insurance, any kind of insurance
Tips to tour guide and to the driver
Meeting Rooms at the hotels for Study Sessions

Hotels

May 28, 2025 - May 29, 2025 Kordon Otel Çankaya, İzmir, Turkey
May 29, 2025 - May 30, 2025 Ramada by Wyndham Soma, Manisa, Turkey
May 30, 2025 - June 01, 2025 Korumar Hotel de Luxe, Aydın, Turkey
June 01, 2025 - June 02, 2025 Doga Thermal Otel, Denizli, Turkey
June 02, 2025 - June 04, 2025 Best Western Khan Hotel, Antalya, Turkey
June 04, 2025 - June 05, 2025 Anemon Hotel, Konya, Turkey
June 05, 2025 - June 06, 2025 Dilek Kaya Otel, Nevşehir, Turkey
June 06, 2025 - June 08, 2025 Kent Hotel, Istanbul, Turkey

Hosts

Dr. Jeffrey A D Weima
Professor of New Testament
Calvin Theological Seminary

Dr. Jeffrey Weima is Professor of New Testament at Calvin Theological Seminary, where he has taught for 31 years. He is a sought-after speaker who is able to communicate well the truths of the Bible in an interesting, contemporary and practical manner. Jeff has published six books thus far: Neglected Endings: The Significance of the Pauline Letter Closings (Sheffield 1994); An Annotated Bibliography of 1 and 2 Thessalonians (Brill 1998); two commentaries on 1 & 2 Thessalonians--one brief (Zondervan 2002) and the other extensive (710 pages; Baker 2014); and Paul the Ancient Letter Writer: An Introduction to Epistolary Analysis (Baker 2016). His sixth book, The Sermons to the Seven Churches of Revelation: A Commentary & Guide (Baker 2021) won the "NT Commentary of the Year" award. Jeff is also the author of numerous scholarly articles, academic essays and book reviews. He is an active member of several academic societies, lectures in countries all over the world, leads biblical study tours to Greece, Turkey, Israel/Jordan, and Italy, conducts intensive preaching seminars for pastors, and preaches/speaks widely in churches in both the USA and Canada. Jeff and his wife, Bernice, have been married for 39 years. They have four children and nine very cute grandkids.

Guide

Fercan Rubin Oniz
Professional Tour Guide

DEPOSIT PAYMENT: No need to a deposit.
FULL PAYMENT: APRIL 7, 2025 (as bank wire)

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