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Journey of St. Paul Tour 12 Nights 13 Days

İstanbul, Adana, Antakya, Tarsus, Cappadocia, Konya, Pamukkale, Izmir, Ephesus, Assos, İstanbul,
Duration

13 day(s)

Tour type

Private

Group size

1-40 people

Physical Level

easy

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 13-day adventure through Turkey, following the path of St. Paul across some of the most significant historical and spiritual sites. From the bustling heart of Istanbul to the ancient ruins of Ephesus and the breathtaking landscapes of Cappadocia, this tour blends sacred history, stunning architecture, and natural beauty. Explore where early Christianity took root, visit iconic landmarks, and walk in the footsteps of one of history's greatest missionaries. This journey promises an enriching experience for travelers seeking history, culture, and inspiration.

Activities
Explorer Discovery Family Historical In-depth Cultural Photography Solo Travel

Tour Features

Duration
13 day(s)

Max Group Size
1-40 people

Tour Code
JOSPT12N13D

Departure Type
scheduled

Tour Category
Culture & Historical

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
11 - 99

İstanbul

Pickup Time:

17:20

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İstanbul

Dropoff Time:

17:20

Highlights
Explore the Wonders of Istanbul: Visit iconic landmarks like the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace in Istanbul, Turkey’s largest city. Immerse yourself in the city’s rich history, where East meets West, with stunning architecture and vibrant culture.

Itinerary

Day 1

We are so glad to meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel and overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2

(Including Breakfast)
after breakfast , a full day city tour of Istanbul,the biggest and greatest city in Turkey. After visiting the Hippodrome, you will visit the Mosque of Sultan Ahmet. Beautifully decorated with 21, 000 blue Iznik tiles, it is commonly known today as the Blue Mosque. The next visit is to the world famous Hagia Sophia, the church of Divine Wisdom and once the biggest church of the Christian World. You will certainly be astonished by the unique mosaics and marble decorations. Right the magnificent Topkapi Palace, the official residence of the Ottoman Sultans, will be waiting for you. Do not ever miss the Spoon maker's Diamond in the treasury section. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 3

(Including Breakfast)
Following a relaxing breakfast, you must be ready for a flight to Adana. A ride to Antakya (Antioch) where the people of The Way were first named Christians, is bound to make you feel home, in the heart of holliness as Antakya served as the home base for St. Paul's missionary journeys. Peter was the first to establish a church in Antioch (Acts 9:32 and Galatians 2:1 1.) Visit the cave church where St. Peter first celebrated mass. Enjoy the Hatay Museum, which is the home for the richest, most varied collection of Greek and Roman mosaics. Then continue to Seleucia Peria mentioned in the New Testament as the port, from which Paul and Barnabas set sail for Asia Minor on their first Journey of St. Paul Tour - Cappadocia missionary journey. Overnight in Adana. 

Day 4

(Including Breakfast)
After breakfast and a short drive to Tarsus, where St. Paul was born, pay a meaningful visit to St. Paul's well, believed to have healing properties. After a short visit to the gate of Cleopatra, continue to Cappadocia and overnight.

Day 5

(Including Breakfast)
Full day sightseeing of the villages of, Uchisar with panoramic views of the Cappadocian valleys, Zelve-the valley of the fairy chimnies, and the Goreme Valley. There are several hundred churches in this area, some of which are decorated with inscribed frescoes depicting scenes from the Bible or the Apocrypha. Return to the hotel and overnight.

Day 6

(Including: Breakfast)
after breakfast , visit the underground city, created for defensive purposes by the early Christians. Drive to Konya. Paul preached here on his first missionary journey. Konya today is famous for its Mevlevi Dervishes (Whirling Dervishes). Visit the Mevlana Mausoleum and museum. Overnight in Konya.

Day 7

(Including: Breakfast)
After breakfast drive to Antioch of Pisidia. Paul and Barnabas visited Antioch on their first missionary journey, going to the synagogue on the Sabbath (the Jewish day of worship), and Paul was asked to speak to the congregation. In the Bible this is Paul's first recorded sermon. Visit the Church of St. Paul, the Roman Bath, Temple of Augustus, and museum. Continue to Pamukkale for overnight.

Day 8

(Including: Breakfast)
Wake up to the sounds of birds and don't miss a morning swim in the hotel's thermal pool before visiting the ancient city of Hierapolis, an ancient Roman city, where St. Philip was martyred during the persecutions ordered by Domitian. Hierapolis is located on the top of a hill where you can see the famous natural wonder white cotton fortress. Your next stop is Laodicea, one of the Seven Churches of Asia Minor [Rev. 1:11; 3:14; Col. 2:1; 4:13-16]. When you see the city of Hierapolis from a distance, you may have an idea why the Laodicians were "neither hot nor cold but lukewarm" as it reads in the Bible. Following this nice little isolated old town, visit Philadelphia and Sardis. Philadelphia "the Journey of St. Paul Tour - Sardisperfect church," was the only church which John had no real criticism (Rev. 3: 7-13). After a short drive we reach Sardis-the dead church. Remember 'you seem alive but you are actually dead'.

Day 9

(Including Breakfast)
St Polycarp Church will be the first to host you this morning. In an hour's time you will be ready,after a short visit to traditional house of the Virgin Mary, to visit the ancient city of Ephesus where St. Paul lived and preached for more than two and a half years and to where he subsequently sent his letter to the Ephesians. We see the Baths of Scholastica, the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian, the theater, the Double Church (The Church of Mary) where theJourney of St. Paul Tour - Izmir Ephesus third ecumenical council was convened in A. D. 431. Then we visit the basilica of St. John where St. John was buried, the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, which was once one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Overnight in Izmir. 

Day 10

(Including: Breakfast)
In the morning after the breakfast , we drive to Thyatira, which is known as the tolerant church. Then, we proceed to Pergamum (Rev. 2: 12-17) to visit the Acropolis. With its several temples this is the place referred in the Bible as the place where 'Satan dwells'. Pergamum was a great centerJourney of St. Paul Tour - Pergamum of scholarship and learning. Anthony took the library from here with its 200,000 rolls and transferred it to Alexandria as a present for Cleopatra. After the Acropolis visit the Asclepion, the ancient hospital. and overnight in Assos.

Day 11

(Including: Breakfast)
We drive to Alexandria Troas founded by a commander of Alexander the Great; Paul visited Journey of St. Paul Tour - Assoshere at least twice in his second and third journeys (16: 7-12; 16:8-10). We proceed to Troy- home of the legendary Helen of Troy and the Trojan Horse. Then we drive to Istanbul for overnight.

Day 12

( Including Breakfast)
Enjoy the bussy streets of Istanbul at your leisure.

Day 13

(Including Breakfast)
Fly home or continue to explore another destination.

Included

4 nights hotel in Istanbul - Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Istanbul Merter
1 night hotel in Adana - Adana Sirin Park Hotel
2 nights hotel in Cappadocia - Special Class El Puente Cave Hotel
1 night hotel in Konya - Selcuk Mevlana Hotel
1 night hotel in Pamukkale - 
5 Star Pam Thermal Hotel
2 nights hotel in Izmir - Hilton Garden Inn Izmir Bayrampasa
1 night hotel in Asos Troia Tusan Hotel

PS: If This hotel list not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange smilar other hotel for your group. If you prefer a Different category hotel, there might be an additional cost

1 Domestic Flight from Istanbul to Adana.

Professional English - speaking tour guides.

All meals as stated in the itinerary. Breakfast.

Travel Insurance

Arrival airport transfer from Istanbul airport
Transportation in a fully air - conditioned, non - smoking coach
Return airport transfer

12 Nights, 4 Star or 5 Star Hotel Accommodation including breakfast.
All sightseeing tours as described in the itinerary.
All Entrance Fees.
All admission fees to the visited sites.
All Taxes and service fees.

Excluded

Any tips to guide.
Driver or staff at hotels.
Items of a personal nature.
Drinks with meals (except the drinks served with breakfast) and medical services.

Tour Booking

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