Turkey & Greece (10 – 24 Apr 2020)

Join us for a journey to the lands of ancient treasures and Christian history. Enjoy breathtaking views at some of the most beautiful and unique biblical sites in both Turkey and Greece. Walk through the lands of the Churches of Revelation with visits to Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia and Laodicea. You will also walk in the footsteps of the Apostle Paul and experience Greek history, culture and learn more about early Christianity. From the iconic religious sites retracing the footsteps of the Apostle Paul to the UNESCO World Heritage Site like the Acropolis in Athens. A truly inspirational experience!

Tour Highlights:
Turkey - Hagia Sophia, Pamukkale, Hierapolis, Laodicea, Philadelphia, Sardis, Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamon
Greece - Philippi, Thessaloniki, Meteora, Delphi, Acropolis

Day 2 – Sat, 11 Apr
ISTANBUL
Arrive in Istanbul and proceed to Sultanahmet Square (Old City). Visit Hippodrome, center of sporty (chariot
races, athletics) events and political activities of the old city. Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpentine Column and
German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating Hippodrome. Then visit the Hagia Sophia, now
called the Ayasofya Museum. Built by Constantine the Great, it was reconstructed by Justinian in the 6th century
and is unquestionably one of the finest buildings of all time. Then we take the Bosphorus cruise to enjoy the unique experience of cruising between 2 continents, Asia and Europe. Lastly, we will visit the aromatic Spice Bazaar, where the smells of cinnamon, cloves and thyme, rise from hundreds of colourful muslin bags at every store-front. Dinner and overnight in Istanbul. (L/D)

Day 3 – Sun, 12 Apr
ISTANBUL / ANTIOCH
(Check-out in the morning)
After an early breakfast, transfer to the airport for domestic flight to Hatay, ancient Antioch.
Flight: TK2252 IST-HTY 1000-1155

Antioch is thought to have been founded in 300 BC. St Peter was the first to preach here, followed by St Paul and Barnabas whose extensive efforts proved to be very fruitful for Christianity. Highlights include the museum which houses a superb collection of mosaics from Antioch, Daphne and Seleucia Pieria. St Peter’s Grotto, the cave church, came to be known as the meeting place of the early Christians. The most interesting monument here is the Tunnel of Titus, which is a tremendous canal dug for the purpose of diverting waters from the Orontes River. Another highlight is the rock tombs with their impressive facades pertaining to the Hellenistic period. Overnight in Antioch. (B/L/D)

Day 4 - Mon, 13 Apr
ANTIOCH / TARSUS / CAPPADOCIA
(Check-out in the morning)
After an early breakfast, we drive north to Cappadocia. Our first stop is Tarsus, the birthplace of St Paul. Highlights include St Paul’s well and Cleopatra’s Gate. Than second stop is Derinkuyu, an underground city carved into soft rocks resembling a huge labyrinth of tunnels, rooms, kitchens, wine cellars and passageways. A huge chimney ventilates this 8-level dwelling, which was used by Christians hiding from their Roman and Byzantine persecutors. Their colourful frescoes remain as vibrant as when they were first made. Further on, we come to Cappadocia, which reminds the visitor of a village out of Grimm’s Fairy Tales. Overnight in Cappadocia. (B/L/D)

Day 5 - Tue, 14 Apr
CAPPADOCIA
OPTIONAL: HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE
(additional USD$250, early in the morning)
In the morning, we visit the Valley of Goreme to explore the unusual troglodyte dwellings, remains of the early churches comprising complicated rooms hollowed out of the cones of volcanic ash and decorated with scratched frescoes. We will visit the Apple Church, the Church of Sandals, and the Church with a Buckle in Goreme. Next stops are Ortahisar and proceed to the pottery town of Avanos where Kizilirmak (Hallys), the longest river of Turkey, meanders leaving the red clay on its banks that has been the raw material of pottery for centuries. Stop by the famous local pottery where you can buy some as souvenir. Dinner and overnight in Cappadocia. (B/L/D)

Day 7 - Thu, 16 Apr
PAMUKKALE / SARDIS / KUSADASI
(Check out in the morning)
In the morning, visit the Antique City of Hierapolis where Calcareous hot springs descending over cliff shave created fascinating travertines in the form of white terrace and basins. Then stop at Laodicea where we find here two Theaters, a large Stadium, a Water Tower and an Odeon. The city is named by Antiochus II in honor of his wife, Laodicea. St. Paul wrote a letter to the church here (Acts:4:16). Drive to Alasehir. Visit Philadelphia which was an important Christian centre during Byzantine times. Then proceed to Sardis whose history dates back to 12th century B.C. Sardis felt the influence of Christianity very early and was included in the Seven Churches of the Apocalypse. During the Byzantine times it was the seat of a bishopric. Highlights will be a Synagogue, Gymnasium, Byzantine Church and the Temple of Artemis. Drive to Kusadasi. Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi. (B/L/D)

Day 8 - Fri, 17 Apr
KUSADASI / EPHESUS / KUSADASI
(Check out in the morning)
Drive to Selcuk Town and stop at a Leather Outlet on the way. Visit the famous ancient city of Ephesus, one of the world’s finest archaeological sites. Highlights include the Library of Celcius, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan and the Theatre. After lunch, visit the Basilica of St John “the Evangelist” who came here with the Virgin Mary and wrote his Gospel in Ephesus. Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi. (B/L/D)

Day 9 - Sat, 18 Apr
KUSADASI / PERGAMON / CANAKKALE
(Check out in the morning)
In the morning, drive to Izmir and visit one of the Churches of Revelation in Izmir (Symra). Then drive to Thyteria to see the remains of the church. This was one of the principle towns where Christianity spread quickly. Proceed to Pergamon. Among the impressive structures of this city, dating from 399 B.C., we will see the Altar of Zeus, Temple of Dionysus and the 200,000 volume library which was surpassed only by that found in Alexandria at the time. Proceed to Canakkale. Dinner and overnight in Canakkale. (B/L/D)

Day 10 - Sun, 19 Apr
CANAKKALE / GREECE BORDER / KAVALA
(Check out in the morning)
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive to Greece Border. Cross to Greece side at around 11:30am. Depart and drive via the first Greek town, Alexandroupolis. Continue along the coast to Kavala, Biblical Neapolis. Drive to and visit UNESCO World Heritage Site Philippi to explore the archaeological site and its incredible ruins. Here you can see the remains of the Agora, the Octagon, the remains of the 2 Basilicas and St, Paul’s prison. Completing the tour, drive to Kavala. (B/L/D)

Day 13 - Wed, 22 Apr
DELPHI / ATHENS
(Check out in the morning)
After breakfast, we visit the archaeological site of Delphi. On the slopes of Mt. Parnassus, lie the ruins of the Sanctuary of the Apollo Pythios. See and visit the Doric Temple, the Treasury of the Athenians and see Castalia Spring. Visit also the museum holding masterpieces of ancient Greek sculpture such as the bronze charioteer. On the way back to Athens, passing the mountain village of Arachova, Levadia and the town of Thebes.

Arrive in the early afternoon in Athens and proceed with your Half Day City Tour. See Syntagma Square, the House of Parliament and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, guarded by the Evzones in their traditional costume. See the Athens Academy and the University. Stop at the Pan Athenaic Olympic Stadium (where the first Olympic Games of the modern era were held in 1896). See the archaeological site of the Temple of the Olympian Zeus and Hadrian’s Arch. After dinner, transfer to the hotel and check in. Overnight in Athens. (B/L/D)

Day 14 - Thu, 23 Apr
ATHENS / DEPARTURE
(Check out in the morning)
After breakfast, we drive west along the coastal highway, the Apollo coast where we will stop to see the Corinth Canal, which connects the Aegean and the Ionian Seas. Continue to and visit Ancient Corinth. See the Bema, the Temple of Apollo, the remains of the Agora, and Pyrene Fountain. Visit Cenchreaes, from where the Apostle Paul departed on his journey. Lunch at a local restaurant. On the Acropolis, visit the architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and the Parthenon. Free time for shopping in Plaka area and Syntagma Square until dinner at a local restaurant. Evening transfer to Athens airport for flight to Istanbul (transit) for connection flight to Singapore. (B/L/D)
Departure Flight: TK1844 ATH-IST 2225-2355

Tour Information:

Date: 10 - 24 Apr 2020
Price: ≥20 pax: SGD$5,450* ≥30pax: SGD$4,850*

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Turkey & Greece (10 – 24 Apr 2020)

TURKEY & GREECE
10 - 24 Apr 2020
- Biblical Journey to Turkey & Greece -

Changi Airport

Hagia Sophia

St Peter's Cave Church

St Paul's Well

Valley of Goreme

Antioch Pisidian

Laodicea

Ephesus

Pergamon

Philippi

White Tower

Meteora