Trip Itinerary
Turkey and Greece | September 12 - 26, 2026
In the Footsteps of the Apostles
We will explore the missionary journeys of the Apostle Paul, the Apostle John, and some of the major cities of the New Testament. This 15-day/14-night pilgrimage will provide participants with the opportunity for spiritual enrichment through on-site biblical background teaching, devotional reflection, worship, and Christian fellowship.
Planned Itinerary :
Breakfast and Dinner provided at hotels, except for the last 2 dinners in Athens, so participants can enjoy The Plaka, the old historical neighborhood of Athens. Participants will be on their own for lunch, but given recommendations.
Sat. Sep 12 : Arrive Antalya - Dinner and overnight – Antalya, Ramada Plaza Hotel – Gençlik, Fevzi Çakmak Cd. No. 22, 07100 Muratpaşa/Antalya (+90) 242 249 1111
Sun. Sep 13: Morning flight to Antalya - Visits include ancient Attalia, Perge, and Aspendos. Dinner and overnight – Antalya, Ramada Plaza Hotel – Gençlik, Fevzi Çakmak Cd. No. 22, 07100 Muratpaşa/Antalya (+90) 242 249 1111
Mon. Sep 14: Drive from Antalya to the Lycus Valley, where we will visit the Biblical sites of Paul’s letter to the churches at Colossae, Hierapolis, and Laodicea. Dinner and overnight Pamukkale/Denizli, Hierapark Hotel – Karahayit Mahallesi 127 Kizilseki Sok No:15 (+90) 532 461 80 06
Tue. Sep 15: Continue our drive West to the ancient ruins of Miletus, where Paul gave his "farewell speech" to the elders of Ephesus. Transfer to Kushadasi - Dinner and overnight – Kushadasi, Korumar Deluxe Hotel – Türkmen, Gazi Beğendi Sk. No:21, 09400 Kuşadası/Aydın (+90) 256 618 1530
Wed. Sep 16: Full day exploration of ancient Ephesus, the burial place of the apostle John, and surrounding region. Dinner and overnight – Kushadasi, Korumar Deluxe Hotel (+90) 256 618 1530
Thu. Sep 17: From Ephesus, we will continue north to ancient Pergamum for a visit to this important 1st-century site. We continue our drive to visit the ancient ruins of Assos, from which Paul sailed on his 3rd journey on his way to Jerusalem. Dinner and overnight – Assos (Harbor), Kervansary Hotel – Behramkale(Assos) Köyü İskelesi Ayvacık, 17860 Çanakkale (+90) 286 721 7093
Fri. Sep 18: Paul traveled on his 2nd and 3rd Journey between Asia to Europe by way of Alexander Troas. Visits include the ancient Roman road Paul used to walk from Alexander Troas to Assos, and the site of Alexander Troas. Afternoon travels to Istanbul. (Dinner not included) Overnight - Istanbul Eresin Topkapi Hotel – Mevlanakapı, Turgut Özal Millet Cd No:186, 34104 Fatih/İstanbul (+90) 212 631 1212
Sat. Sep 19: Visit Ancient Istanbul, including St. Sophia, Istanbul Archaeological Museum, Topkapi Palace, Hypodrome, and Grand Bazaar. (Dinner not included) Overnight – Istanbul Eresin Topkapi Hotel (+90) 212 631 1212
Sun Sep 20: Chora Church, boat ride on the Bosporus, and Spice Bazaar. Late afternoon transfer to IST International airport for evening flight to Thessaloniki, Greece (SKG). Bus transfer to the hotel. Dinner and Overnight – Holiday Inn Hotel – #8 Monastiriou St, Thessaloniki – (+30) 231 056 3100
Mon Sep 21: Today's study will take us to the harbor of Neapolis (Kavala), then to ancient Philippi (Letter to the Philippians) and nearby stream where Paul met with Lydia. Return to Thessaloniki to visit the 1st century agora at Thessaloniki (Letter to the Thessalonians)- Dinner and overnight – Dinner and Overnight – Holiday Inn Hotel, Thessaloniki - (+30) 231 056 3100
Tue Sep 22: Full day drive from to Thessaloniki via Mt Olympus and the hanging monasteries of Kalambaka to the ancient city of Delphi. Dinner and overnight – Anemolia Mountain Resort, Arachova Delphi Road, Arachova 320 04
Wed. Sep 23: Drive to visit Delphi, considered by ancient Greeks to be the “navel” of the earth and home to the oracle of Delphi. After exploring the site we will continue to Athens. Dinner and Overnight – Herodion Hotel - #4 Rovertou Galli str, Acropolis, Athens (+30) 214 402 5700
Thu. Sep 24: Full day study of Paul’s stay in Athens (Acts 18), including the Parthenon, Mars Hill, Greek and Roman Forum, and Athens National Archaeological Museum. * Dinner not included - Overnight – Herodion Hotel – Athens (+30) 214 402 5700
Fri. Sep 25: Full day visit to Corinth, Cenchrea, and the surrounding region as we discuss Paul’s two letters to the Corinthian church. * Dinner not included - Overnight – Herodion Hotel - Athens (+30) 214 402 5700
Sat. Sep 26 – Return flight to the USA.
