Following the Legacy of St. Paul + Exclusive Check-up

The pilgrim group will depart from home country and travel to Turkiye for Christian Pilgrimage.

By the arrival of the guests, welcome at Esenboğa Airport, after passport procedures and luggage claim driving to the hotel. After a little rest, next stop will be one of Ankara's reputable and state-of-the-art hospitals for a comprehensive check-up. Once the check-up procedures are completed, guests will head to a late lunch. Following this satisfying meal, you'll have free time until dinner, during which those interested can enjoy some leisurely shopping. For those keen on outlet shopping, popular destinations such as Ankara Forum, AnkaMall, Gordion, and NATA Vega Anatolium offer a range of options. When it's time for dinner, we'll convene at one of Ankara's specialty restaurants, where you'll have the opportunity to savor special dishes from Nigeria/Africa, including Jollof Rice, adding an exotic and international touch to our culinary experience.

Following breakfast, depart from the hotel and proceed to the hospitals once again to receive the results of your check-up. After receiving the results and any necessary information, we'll gather for lunch at one of the renowned restaurants known for serving Ankara's famous doner kebab. Post-lunch, our journey will take us to Anıtkabir, the eternal resting place of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder and Great Leader of Turkey. At Anıtkabir, you'll have the opportunity to explore the museum, which provides comprehensive insights into all the significant events and processes of the Turkish War of Independence. Following the visit to Anıtkabir, we'll return to the hotel, and you'll have free time until dinner. For our evening meal, we'll dine at one of Ankara's finest fish restaurants, ensuring a delightful culinary experience.

After breakfast, depart to the airport. Early flight to Antalya. When we land in Antalya, we first visit the ancient city of Perge, one of the most important cities for Christianity. Then we go to the heart of Attalia, now the city center of Antalya, and take a journey through history. After a visit to the center, after tasting good examples of Turkish cuisine, we set off for the ancient city of Myra. After the visits here are completed, we will go to Patara. Overnight in Kaş.

After breakfast, our first stop is Patara Ancient City. After visiting the ancient city of Patara, we set off for Miletos. We visit Miletos Ancient City and then Didyma Ancient Cities. After the visits here are completed, we will check in to the hotel and spend the evening in Didim.

After breakfast, travel and visit to the ancient city of Ephesus, “the loveless church”, the most important of the seven churches. Paul's journey went into the unknown, his path connecting large Roman cities where the people often resisted his presence. Circa 40AD, Ephesus was rivaled only by Rome and its importance is shown in numerous Bible passages. Marble streets are lined with the houses of luminaries, imposing pillars dominate the skyline, and the main causeway leads your feet towards the resplendent Celsus Library. It takes a few hours to fully tour the site, each corner bringing greater impressions of the city's size. Ephesus was perhaps Paul's greatest breakthrough in spreading Christianity; his three years here are remembered in the Book of Acts and letters to the church in the Book of Corinthians. The beautiful preserved ruins offer an aesthetic wonder while the sheer scale of Ephesus helps imbue the scale and success of the Apostle's work. This is also the site of another of the Churches of Revelation and the first to be mentioned in the Book of Revelations. Early Christian memories continue through the walk to the Basilica of St. John, a marbled entrance guarding the tomb. From here Ephesus's cityscape is at its most majestic, pillars rising beneath a sky of Mediterranean blue. After the lunch the House of Virgin Mary is another poignant stop on today's journey of discovery. By completing today's discoveries, driving to the hotel and free time until dinner.

Following the breakfast, set off and go to Izmir, to visit Smyrna, “the suffering church” and the (“Do not be afraid of anything that you are going to suffer. Indeed, the devil will throw some of you into prison, that you may be tested, and you will face an ordeal for ten days”), home of great 2nd century Bishop Policarp who was burned alive at the age of 85. After the lunch, head to Bergama. And here visiting Pergamum “the compromising church”; where Revelation 2:12-16 describes the city as “where Satan’s seat is”, a reference to the altar of Zeus. By completing today's discoveries, driving to the hotel and free time until dinner.

The resonant toll of distant church bells and the allure of exotic sounds extend a warm welcome as you arrive in Istanbul, the historic city once known as Constantinople and the capital of Roman Byzantine. In the heart of this captivating city, where glistening mosque domes stand in contrast to Christian frescos, you will make Istanbul your home base for the initial two days of your unforgettable journey. After breakfast, depart for Istanbul. Arrive at the hotel after a nice trip. Take the time to settle in, enjoy a delectable lunch at the hotel, and prepare for the commencement of a remarkable experience. In the late afternoon, in a state of complete relaxation, you will embark on a visit to the Fener-Balat district. Here, you will explore the Kariye Church Museum, Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church, Bulgarian Orthodox Church (Iron Church), and the Fener-Rum Patriarchate, traversing the mystical and distinctive streets of Istanbul. Following these enriching visits, return to the hotel for some leisure time and well-deserved rest. As evening descends, indulge in a delightful dinner complemented by a boat tour on the Bosphorus, often referred to as the pearl of the world. This unique Bosphorus tour in Istanbul promises a memorable experience. After the dinner cruise, make your way back to the hotel, reflecting on the day's adventures in this enchanting city.

After a satisfying breakfast, the second day of our tour will begin with a visit to some of Istanbul's most iconic landmarks, starting at Sultanahmet Square. Here, the rich tapestry of history and culture unfolds before us. Following this, our itinerary includes visits to the renowned Hagia Sophia, the captivating Hagia Irene Church Museum, the historic Spice Bazaar—one of the oldest bazaars in history—and the vibrant Grand Bazaar. After this day filled with cultural and historical delights, you'll have free time to unwind back at the hotel. For dinner, we'll experience the charm of Kumkapi or Çiçek Pasajı, indulging in a tavern/local cuisine concept that promises a delightful taste of unique Turkish flavors.

After a fulfilling breakfast, it's time to bid farewell to the hotel and make our way to the airport for the return journey. As you depart from Turkiye after experiencing a unique pilgrimage, including culture and landmarks, we hope you carry cherished memories of this beautiful experience with you. Safe travels, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future.