St. Pauls Missionary Journey plus Istanbul and Cappadocia Tour
Key Information
Tour Duration: 14 nights / 15 days
Days of Operation: Private Tour - Regular Tour
Destination's: Turkey
Hotel's Class: 5, 4, 3 Stars Hotel or Tourist Class
Season: All Years 2026
Scheduled / Operates on: Jan 1st 2026 - Dec 31st 2026. All years Biblical Tours Turkey
Domestic Flight Included: Yes
Tour Customizable: Yes
*Overnight Place:
1 night Ankara, 2 nights Cappadocia, 2 nights Adana, 1 night Konya,
2 nights Antalya
1 night Pamukkale, 2 nights Izmir, 1 night Ayvalik, 2 nights
Istanbul
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Ankara.
Arrive in Ankara. Upon arrival in Ankara via Istanbul, you will be
greeted and taken to your hotel. Balance of the day is at leisure.
Day 2: Ankara - Cappadocia.
This morning, you begin with a visits to Anatolian Civilization
Museum and the Mausoleum of Kemal Ataturk, the founder of the
Turkish Republic. In the afternoon, proceed to Cappadocia, traveling
along the shores of the great Salt Lake. Arrive in Cappadocia late
this afternoon. Including: Breakfast.
Day 3: Cappadocia.
Today you have a full day excursion into the magical moonscape of
Cappadocias rocky hills and valleys. Dominated by Erciyes Dagi (Mt.
Argaeus), Cappadocia was fi rst settled by ancient people, and was
home to Romans and early Christians. You visit Goreme Church Valley,
Zelve, Avanos, Uchisar, and see best of the many churches caved into
the rocks throughout the region. Including: Breakfast.
Day 4: Cappadocia - dana.
Today begins at Kaymakli underground city, used by early Christians
to escape from persecutors. Driving south, you visit Caravanserais
before arriving in Adana. Including: Breakfast.
Day 5: Adana - Antioch - Adana.
This morning, you drive to Antioch, the center where Paul, Peter and
Barnabas established a very large church which became the center of
the missionary activities. Here the followers of Christ were called
Christians for the first time. Visit the port of Samandag, Seleucia,
from which Paul sailed to Cyprus. Later visit the Grotto of St.
Peter and the impressive Mosaic Museum. Return to Adana
and overnight. Including: Breakfast.
Day 6: Adana - Tarsus - Derbe - Iconium.
Today, you drive to Tarsus, birthplace of Apostle Paul, to see the
town, Cleopatra Gate and St. Pauls Well. Driving along the
Mediterranean coastline, you pass the towns of Pompeipolis, Corycos,
and Silifke. Stop at Derbe where Paul preached before arriving at
Iconium. Including: Breakfast.
Day 7: Iconium - Antalya.
Follow the steps of Apostle Paul in Lystra and Antioch-of-Pisidia,
the fi rst two cities where Paul preached. Arrive in Antalya. (B)
Day 8: Antalya - Perge - Aspendos - Side - Antalya.
Explore the ancient Pamphylian, Hellenistic and Roman cities of
Perge, Side and Aspendos. The ruins of Perges stadium and theater
prove the citys majesty. In Side, explore the seaside theatre,
Roman baths and ruins. Large enough for 15,000 spectators, the
theatre in Aspendos is the best preserved in the Mediterranean area.
Including: Breakfast.
Day 9: Antalya - Laodicea - Hierapolis.
We arrive in Laodicea today. The Church of Laodicea was warned for
its indifference. Enjoy the rest of the day in the cotton castles
of Pamukkale (Hierapolis), where cascading hot springs flow into
limestone basins. Including: Breakfast.
Day 10: Hierapolis - Philadelhia - Sardes - Izmir.
Our first visit today is Philadelphia, one of the Seven Churches of
Revelation. Drive on to Sardes, the prosperous ancient capital of
the Lydian Empire known for legendary King Midas and his Golden
Touch. Continue to Izmir (ancient Smyrna) and visit the Church of
St. Polycarp. Izmir is the birthplace of Homer. Including: Breakfast.
Day 11: Izmir - Ephesus - Izmir.
Drive to Ephesus, the greatest metropolis of Asia Minor during the
times of Apostle Paul. The extensive excavation includes 2,000 year
old marble streets, a magnifi cent theatre where St.Paul preached,
the Library of Celsius and the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven
Wonders of the World. Paul ministered in Ephesus for 3 years. We
will visit the stone cottage of St. Mary and the Basilica and tomb
of St. John. Return to Izmir. Including: Breakfast.
Day 12: Izmir - Pergamum - Thyatira - Ayvalik.
Drive to Pergamum where you visit the Asclepion, ancient healing
center. Stroll through the acropolis and visit the Archaeological
Museum. Then drive to Thyatira, smallest of the seven churches.
Lydia, the seller of purple cloth in Philippi was originally from
Thyatira. Finally, you drive to the coa
stal
city of Ayvalik and overnight. Including: Breakfast.
Day 13: Ayvalik - Alexandria Troas - Istanbul.
Drive along the coast to Alexandria Troas where Paul had a vision to
take the gospel to Europe. Next, visit Troy, city of the Trojan
horse legend, and observe nine layers of civilization. En route to
Istanbul, you stop at Bursa, city of many thermal hot springs and
site of the Ecumenical Councils during the Roman Empire. Arrive in
Istanbul. Including: Breakfast
Day 14: Istanbul.
A morning city tour features Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the
Roman Hippodrome and a brief visit to the Topkapi Palace. Afternoon
is free. You can visit the Grand Bazaar and Spice Market on your
own. Including: Breakfast
Day 15: Departure.
You will be transferred to airport for departure. (B)
INCLUDING
- 14
Nights, 4 Star or 5 Star Hotel Accommodation including breakfast.
- All sightseeing tours as described in the
itinerary.
- Travel Insurance.
- All Entrance Fees.
- All admission fees to the visited sites.
- Biblical expert English speaking professional tour guide.
- All meals as stated in the itinerary. Breakfast.
-
Transportation with New brand Mercedes Luxury Van.
- All Taxes
and service fees.
EXCLUDING
- 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.