➤ Day 1: Izmir - Pergamum - Thyatira - Izmir
Meeting at Izmir Airport or Hotel (Smyrna, REv. 2:8-11). Drive to Pergamum (Rev. 2:12-17), and Asclepion; then continue to Thyatira (Rev. 2:18-29; Acts 16:14), a city of artisans’ guilds during St. Paul's time. Return to Izmir for overnight
➤Day 2: Ephesus - St. Mary’s House - Pamukkale
This morning we explore Ephesus with its expansive synthesis of Greco-Roman and Christian remains (Ephesians; Rev 1:11: 2:1-7: Acts 18:19-28: 19:1-4). It was the home of St. Paul between 54 and 57 AD. We visit nearby Virgin Mary’s House on a wooded hilltop where it was miraculously discovered. After a short visit to St. John's Basilica continue to Pamukkale for overnight and dinner (Breakfast).
➤ Day 3: Hierapolis - Laodicea - Philadelphia - Sardis - Izmir
Morning visit Hierapolis. This was Philip the Evangelist’s home. We will tour the extensive necropolis, churches and baths. Then stop at nearby Laodicea (Rev. 3:14-22: Col 2:1: 4:13-16). In the afternoon continue to Philadelphia (Rev 3:7-13), a favorite city of Paul and John. Thereafter visit Sardis with its beautiful gymnasium and marble paved synagogue. Transfer to the airport or hotel and end of the services (Breakfast).
Tour Price:
520€ pp twin shared room
➤ Inclusions:
- 1 night 4* hotel accommodations in Izmir on BB basis (Breakfasts at the hotel)
- 1 night 4* hotel accommodation in Pamukkale on HB basis (Breakfast and Dinner at the hotel)
- Transportation by A/C vehicle,
- Airport / hotel pick up and drop off services,
- English speaking Professional guiding services,
- 2 small bottled water per person per day
- Parking fees for the vehicle.
➤ Exclusions:
- Entrance fees to sites and museums,
- 3 Lunches
- Other alcoholic and non alcaholic beverages
- Personel expenses,
- Gratiuties to tour guides and drivers
