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Turkey & The Book of Revelation 2010
| | Globus Tours - Land Discount with Air: 10% |
| Land only discount: 10% |
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Tour Operator |
Globus |
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Tour Code |
TT0 |
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Vacation Quality |
First Class |
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Vacation Type |
Escorted Tour |
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Number of Days |
11 |
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Starting Price |
$1449 (Select Dates) * |
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Countries Visited |
Greece
Turkey
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City Highlights |
Kusadasi, Izmir, Istanbul, Bursa, Troy, Patmos, Pamukkale |
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Istanbul: Welcome and farewell dinners; guided sightseeing; visit the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Seraglio, Hagia Sophia, and the Grand Covered BazaarIznik (Nicea): OrientationBursa: Guided sightseeing, visit the Green Ottoman Complex, the Great Mosque, and the Silk BazaarAkhisar (Thyatira): OrientationSardes (Sart): Visit the synagogue and the GymnasiumAlasehir (Philadelphia): OrientationPamukkale: Guided visit of the ruins of Hierapolis and the Martyrium of Apostle Philip; orientation of Laodicea and AphrodisiasHierapolis: Visit the MartyriumPatmos: Boat cruise; visit the Cave of the ApocalypseEphesus: Guided walking tour of the archaeological site, including the House of Mary and Basilica of John the EvangelistIzmir (Smyrna): Orientation including Mount PagosBergama (Pergamum): Visit the Acropolis and AsclepeionTroy: OrientationDardanelles: Ferry crossing over the StraitsNote:A multiple-entry visa for Turkey is required, as you will visit Greece on day 6.
MEALS
Full buffet breakfast (B); 1 lunch (L); 9 three-course dinners (D), including welcome and farewell dinners in Istanbul.
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Day 1: (Tue.) Board your overnight transatlantic flight.
Day 2: Arrive in Istanbul, Turkey.
(Wed.) After arrival at Atatürk Airport, check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free to begin exploring the unique atmosphere of this city built on two continents. It is the gateway between the Orient and Occident as well as the Islamic and Christian worlds. At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director, then enjoy this evening’s welcome dinner with your traveling companions. (D)
Day 3: Istanbul–Iznik–Bursa.
(Thu.) Guided sightseeing in Istanbul includes visits to the BLUE MOSQUE and TOPKAPI SERAGLIO, the residence of the Ottoman Sultans. Then, journey to Iznik (Nicea), site of the First and Second Councils in the early Christian church. The Nicean Creed was written at the First Council to more clearly define the Trinity. Finally, arrive in Bursa. Guided sightseeing features a visit to the GREEN OTTOMAN COMPLEX, the GREAT MOSQUE (Ulu Camii), and the SILK BAZAAR. (B,D)
Day 4: Bursa–Akhisar–Sardes (Sart)–Alasehir–Pamukkale.
(Fri.) Visit Akhisar (Thyatira), a church praised for its increasing faith but criticized for its tolerance of Jezebel, a local false prophet who misled the local Christians (Rev. 2:18-29). Arrive in Sardes to visit the SYNAGOGUE, which has been dated back to the 3rd century and where sacred books were kept. Also, see the GYMNASIUM on the south side of the synagogue. The gymnasium was constructed during the reign of the Roman Emperor Septimius Severus (193-211 AD). Afterwards, visit Sart, the church with a reputation for being alive, but which God announced dead (Rev. 3:1-6). Next, enjoy an orientation of Alasehir (Philadelphia), the church that received God’s highest commendation (Rev. 3:7-13). Arrive in Pamukkale, home to the spectacular hot springs, for your overnight. (B,D)
Day 5: Pamukkale–Hierapolis–Laodicea–Aphrodisias–Kusadasi.
(Sat.) This morning features a guided visit to the nearby ruins of Hierapolis, an important seat of early Christianity. Visit the MARTYRIUM of Apostle Philip. Continue to the ancient city and church of Laodicea, where Apostle John chastised the inhabitants for being lukewarm (Rev. 3:14-22). Next, stop in Aphrodisias, dedicated to the Greek goddess of love, Aphrodite, and once a center for the arts. Due to the influence of Christianity in the 6th century AD, the name was changed to Stavropolis, meaning “City of the Cross.” In the 13th century it was abandoned altogether. On to your hotel in Kusadasi. (B,D)
Day 6: Kusadasi. Excursion to Patmos, Greece.
(Sun.) Enjoy a CRUISE to Patmos Island and visit the CAVE OF THE APOCALYPSE, where John the Evangelist wrote the Book of Revelation during his exile (Rev. 1:9-11). Balance of the day is at leisure. (B,L,D)Note: A multiple-entry visa for Turkey is required, as you will visit Greece.
Day 7: Kusadasi. Excursion to Ephesus.
(Mon.) Arrive at Ephesus, one of the New Testament’s most significant cities (Rev. 2:1-7). Apostle Paul came in 53 AD to this ancient city and wrote his famous epistle (Ephesians 1, Acts 18:19-26) to its inhabitants. According to tradition, the Apostle John wrote his Gospel here. This is also the place where the Virgin Mary spent her last days. Visit the ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE, including the HOUSE OF MARY and the BASILICA OF JOHN THE EVANGELIST. (B,D)
Day 8: Kusadasi–Izmir.
(Tue.) Journey to Izmir (Smyrna), and enjoy an orientation tour. The city was established in 3000 BC, and was one of the Seven Churches that John referred to as the poor, persecuted church that God announced was rich due to their faithfulness amidst their suffering (Rev. 2:8-11). Also visit MOUNT PAGOS, where Alexander the Great is regarded as the founder of the city. In 334 BC, Alexander the Great visited Smyrna and fell asleep while hunting on Mount Pagos. In his dream, the goddess Nemesis asked him to bring the people of the Smyrna-Bayrakli there to establish a new city. Enjoy your overnight stay in Izmir. (B,D)
Day 9: Izmir–Bergama–Troy Area.
(Wed.) Visit Bergama (Pergamum), the church that John both affirmed and chastised (Rev. 2:12-17). See the Red Basilica that housed the 1st-century Christian church referred to by John in Revelation. In addition, Pergamum was an active trade and commerce city in the early centuries, which allowed it to develop the first parchment to compete against the Egyptian papyrus. Visit the Greek ACROPOLIS, designed to imitate the one in Athens. Also visit the ASCLEPEION, once dedicated to the Greek god of healing. Continue to TROY, the perfect place to brush up on Homer’s Trojan War, hollow wooden horse and all. Spend the night at nearby Canakkale. (B,D)
Day 10: Troy Area–Istanbul.
(Thu.) By FERRY, cross the Dardanelles back to Europe and the 21st century. Return to Istanbul and continue guided sightseeing, including a visit to the HAGIA SOPHIA (meaning Holy Wisdom and named by 4th-century theologians), which began as an early Christian church. Next, visit the GRAND COVERED BAZAAR with plenty of time to explore its 4,000 tiny shops. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner. (B,D)
Day 11: (Fri.) Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (B)
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Land & Air and Land Only prices are based on per person in a double occupancy room. Single (Land & Air) and Single (Land Only) prices are based on per person in a single room. Land & Air prices are based from New York (JFK/EWR), for air supplement prices from your departure airport please call us toll-free at 1-800-935-2620. Taxes are not included on the listed prices.
| Touring Date |
Land & Air |
Land Only |
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| May 04 - May 14, 2010 | Call Us | $1309.0 | N/A | $1309 | | May 11 - May 21, 2010 | Call Us | $1329.0 | N/A | $1329 | | Jul 06 - Jul 16, 2010 | Call Us | $1319.0 | N/A | $1319 | | Sep 07 - Sep 17, 2010 | Call Us | $1329.0 | N/A | $1329 | | Sep 14 - Sep 24, 2010 | Call Us | $1329.0 | N/A | $1329 | | Sep 21 - Oct 01, 2010 | Call Us | $1329.0 | N/A | $1329 | | Sep 28 - Oct 08, 2010 | Call Us | $1319.0 | N/A | $1319 | | Oct 05 - Oct 15, 2010 | Call Us | $1309.0 | N/A | $1309 |
* All prices are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators. Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. Please call us toll free at 1-800-935-2620 to confirm availability and current pricing on all our discounted specials. The prices on this website are not guaranteed until a deposit has been made. We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or changes in these prices until a booking has been confirmed by one of our agents.
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