Footsteps of St Paul Tour 17 Nights 18 Days
Highlights
- ✓Explore Istanbul’s Rich History and Culture - Visit iconic landmarks like Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and the Grand Bazaar. Experience the architectural wonders of the Hippodrome and Basilica Cistern. Enjoy a scenic Bosphorus ferry cruise and a visit to the Spice Market.
- ✓Land of Saints and Early Christians - Discover the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia, including the Goreme Open Air Museum and Zelve Open Air Museum. Explore underground cities and ancient Christian villages nestled within Cappadocia’s valleys.
- ✓Birthplace of St. Paul - Visit St. Paul’s Arch and Cleopatra’s Gate in Tarsus, the birthplace of the Apostle. Discover the Well of Blessed Water, a sacred site linked to St. Paul’s early life.
- ✓Biblical Sites and Christian Heritage - Explore the ancient city of Antakya (Biblical Antioch), home to one of the earliest Christian communities. Visit the Grotto of St. Peter, Seleucia Pieria, and Titus Water Tunnel. Learn about the region’s Christian history at the Mosaic Museum.
- ✓Mevlana’s Shrine and Whirling Dervishes - Visit the Mevlana Shrine in Konya, dedicated to the famous mystic philosopher. Experience the spiritual Whirling Dervishes ceremony, a symbol of mystical Sufism.
- ✓St. Paul’s Preaching Grounds - Discover Antioch in Pisidia, where St. Paul gave his first recorded sermon. Explore the ancient city of Perge, a key site of St. Paul’s missionary journeys, and the stunning Aspendos Theater.
- ✓St. Philip’s Martyrdom and Natural Springs - Visit the ancient city of Hierapolis in Pamukkale, where St. Philip the Apostle was martyred. Relax in the famous thermal hot springs of Pamukkale, known for their stunning white terraces.
- ✓The Heart of Early Christianity - Explore the remarkable ruins of Ephesus, where St. Paul preached. Visit the House of Virgin Mary, Basilica of St. John, and Archaeological Museum. Take a stroll through the picturesque village of Sirince.
- ✓Laodicea, Aphrodisias, and the Seven Churches of Asia - Visit the ancient site of Laodicea, including its church and ruins. Explore Aphrodisias, famous for the Temple of Aphrodite and its well-preserved theater and Hadrian Baths.
- ✓Biblical and Ancient Sites Across Turkey - Follow in the footsteps of St. Paul through ancient cities such as Pergamon, Thyatira, Philadelphia, and Sardis. Visit significant biblical churches and ancient ruins as you retrace the apostle’s journey across Turkey.
Overview
The Footsteps of St. Paul Tour takes you on a remarkable journey through the lands that shaped the early days of Christianity. Over 18 days, you'll trace the steps of St. Paul, from the heart of Istanbul to the ancient city of Tarsus and on to Ephesus, discovering biblical sites along the way. Explore the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia, the ancient ruins of Antakya and Perge, and delve into the rich history that transformed this region. This unique tour offers a deep dive into both Christian history and the cultural essence of Anatolia.
Route
Itinerary
Transfer to the hotel. Brief city orientation given. Free
day at your own leisure. Overnight in Istanbul.
(Including Breakfast)
After
breakfast, visit Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia. Following a lunch break,
visit the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Basilica Cistern and Grand Bazaar. Overnight
in Istanbul.
(Including: Breakfast)
After breakfast, there is a half-day tour visiting the
Spice Market, followed by a ferry cruise through the Bosphorus. A coffee break
is given at Ortakoy village. Free afternoon at your own leisure. Overnight in
Istanbul.
(Including: Breakfast)
Morning departure for Ankara, where you will visit the
Mausoleum of Atatrk, the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations; and Angora Castle.
Overnight in Ankara.
(Including: Breakfast)
Set off for Cappadocia, a landscape of extraordinary rock
formations. Visit Goreme Open Air Museum,
Zelve Open Air Museum, Avanos and Uchisar Castle. Overnight in Urgup.
(Including: Breakfast)
Explore Cappadocia further; the land of Saints and early
Christians. Ramble in beautiful valleys, discover underground cities and visit
old Christian villages. Overnight in Urgup.
(Including: Breakfast)
Depart for Tarsus, the birthplace of St. Paul. Drive
through the Taurus Mountains and visit St. Footsteps of St Paul Tour -
AdanaPaul's Arch, Cleopatra's Gate and the Well of the Blessed Water. Overnight
in Adana.
(Including: Breakfast)
Excursion to Antakya, the Biblical Antioch-on-Orantes.
Visit Samandag, the biblical Seleucia Pieria, the Grotto of St. Peter, Titus
Water Tunnel and Mosaic Museum. Overnight in Adana.
(Including Breakfast)
Set
off for Konya to visit the Shrine of Mevlana (the mystic philosopher who
inspired the 'Footsteps of St Paul Tour - Konya Whirling Dervishes'), and the
Selcuk mosques. Overnight in Konya.
(Including: Breakfast)
Depart for Yalvac the ancient Antioch-in-Pisidia, where
St.Paul's first recorded sermon was given. In the afternoon, drive to Antalya.
Overnight in Antalya.
(Including: Breakfast)
Excursion to the ancient city of Perge, where St. Paul
preached, followed by a visit to the Aspendos Theater. Continue on to side to
visit the Temple of Apollon. Overnight in Antalya.
(Including Breakfast)
Depart for Pamukkale to visit the ancient city of
Hierapolis, where St. Philip the Apostle was martyred. Enjoy a leisurely bath
in a hot spring pool. Overnight in Pamukkale.
(Including Breakfast)
Set off for Eskihisar - ancient Laodicea; and visit the
its church and ruins, followed by Aphrodisias ancient city featuring the Temple
of Aphrodite, Theater, and Hadrian Baths. Overnight in Kusadasi.
(Including Breakfast)
Drive to Ephesus to visit the spectacular ruins, the
House of Virgin Mary, Archaeological Museum and Basilica of St. John. Stop-off
at the picturesque Sirince village. Overnight in Izmir.
(Including Breakfast)
Excursion
to the Church of St. Policarp, symbolizing the community of the Seven
Churches Footsteps of St Paul Tour - Troy of the Apocalypse, followed by
Alexander the Great's "Velvet Castle", Sardis ancient Lydian city and
the ancient Philadelphia Church in Alasehir. Overnight in Izmir.
(Including Breakfast)
Morning
departure for Akhisar to visit the Church of ancient Thyatira, followed by a
visit to the Acropolis and Asclepion in ancient Pergamon. Drive to Canakkale.
Overnight in Canakkale.
(Including Breakfast)
Visit
the ancient city of Troy. Drive to Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.
Departure from Istanbul, or, extra nights in Istanbul.
What's included
- ✓Accommodation
- ✓Flights
- ✓Guide
- ✓Meals
- ✓Insurance
- ✓Transport
- ✓Other included
- ✓Hygiene protocol
Not included
- ✕Other not included
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