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SEVEN CHURCHES OF REVELATION AND JOHN OF LECTURERS MAY 25-JUNE 2, 2022 Extension to Dr. Mark Dr. Tim JUNE 2-4, 2022 Wilson Foster

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Seven Churches Network

Connecting you to Biblical

REPUBLIC OF TURKEY MINISTRY OF CULTURE AND TOURISM

REPUBLIC OF TURKEY MINISTRY OF CULTURE AND TOURISM

Pergamum Izmir Smyrna Laodicea Patmos Minor Organized by

Rhodes LECTURERS

Dr. Mark Dr. Tim Wilson Foster Pergamum

Join us for this tour of the Biblical sites in Western Turkey. We will either been destroyed or lies buried under the modern . John wrote travel to all of the Seven Churches of Revelation and Patmos, the island where John received revelation. to the here (Rev. 3:7–13), commending them for their patience endurance in spite of persecution. Additionally, we will visit other important sites along the way, such as We’ll finish our day with a walk alongPamukkale’s dazzling Calcium Cliffs. , and . At these sites we will discuss the birth, growth, In addition, we’ll visit the remains of ancient Hierapolis to see the newly trials and development of the earliest Christian congregations as they found Tomb and Martyrium of St. Philip and the city’s theater with one struggled to understand their new faith in Christ. of most impressive reconstructed Roman skenes. Dinner and Overnight in At the end, we will include an extension tour of Istanbul, where you can (B, D) enjoy its rich culture, historical sites and impressive archaeological museum. We invite you to accompany us on this . May 30 Mon COLOSSEA (Col 1:2), LAODICEA (Col. 2:1, 4:13–16; Rev 1:11; 3:14–22) - KUSADASI Today, we’ll enjoy the scenic River Valley where three important Tour Itinerary: biblical are to be found: Colossae, Laodicea, and Hierapolis. Our first stop in Colossae will be brief since this city is one of the only biblical sites May 25 Wed DEPART USA or CANADA in Turkey that remains unexcavated. Nevertheless, this is an important site for Christians to visit since Paul sent here two letters: one to the church of May 26 Thu ARRIVE IZMIR (AIRPORT CODE ADB) - IZMIR Colossae and one to the rich Christian slave–owner Philemon, who hosted After landing at the Izmir International Airport, our representative will meet the Colossian church in his home. you after the baggage claim with a “TUTKU” sign. Meet and transfer to your Our second stop is Laodicea, a major city in Roman times that is rapidly hotel. Dinner and Overnight at your Hotel in Izmir. (D) being uncovered. Laodicea had not one but two theatres, a stadium, an , and over 20 churches dating to Byzantine times that May 27 Fri SMYRNA TOUR & LECTURES – IZMIR archaeologists have already uncovered. Laodicea is the last of the seven This morning we’ll take a visit inside St Church (if open), which churches to whom John directed the of Revelation (Rev. 3:14–22). was dedicated to the and martyr of the church of Smyrna, and It also had a close relationship with the nearby churches of Colossae and ponder John’s word of commendation for the Christians in Smyrna who Hierapolis (Col. 4:13–15) and was the recipient of one of Paul’s now lost were persevering in their faith despite persecution. We’ll also visit the letters (Col. 4:16). ancient of Smyrna (Rev 1:11; 2:8–11). In the late afternoon, we will have Drive to the holiday town of Kusadasi located on the shores of the Aegean LECTURES at the hotel before dinner. (B,D) Sea. Dinner and Overnight in Kusadasi. (B, D)

May 28 Sat PERGAMUM (Rev 1:11; 2:12–17) and THYATIRA (Rev 1:11; 2:18-29) - IZMIR May 31 Tue EPHESUS (:19–21, 24–26; 19:1–20:1; 20:16–17; 1 Cor 15:32; This morning, we’ll travel north to visit the first of the seven cities of 16:8; Eph 1:1; 1 Tim 1:3; 2 Tim 1:18; 4:12; Rev 1:11; 2:1–7) Revelation—Pergamum. It is one of the most impressive archaeological Drive to Selcuk town to visit the famous ancient city of Ephesus. This site sites in all of Turkey. Its attractions are hard to surpass: a 10,000–seat had successive Hellenistic and Roman settlements and was an outstanding theatre on the of the that is the steepest in the ancient world; example of a Roman port city with a sea channel and harbor basin into the magnificently restoredTemple of ; the remains of a library of which the Apostle Paul sailed. He lived and ministered here for 2-3 years 200,000 volumes second in size only to that in ; the base of the after a riot in the Great Theater, which we can still visit today. Excavations Altar of ; the Temple of ; and the medical center of Asclepion. have revealed other grand monuments of the Roman Imperial period This ancient healing center had its own theater, library, underground tunnel including -paved roads, terrace homes of the elite, Roman Baths, the and other buildings. John warned the church here that they were living in Celsus Library, and more. Today, Ephesus is also one of the UNESCO World a place of “’s throne” (Rev. 2:12–17). On our way back to Izmir, we’ll Heritage Sites. make a brief stop at the ancient city of Thyatira, where, due to the presence After lunch in the town of Selcuk, we will visit a local Anatolian Handmade of the modern city of , few archaeological remains have thus far been Carpet and Kilim production center and learning how our world-famous uncovered. John warned the church here about its toleration of a woman Turkish rugs are made. We will see unique Christian design carpets at this place. symbolically called who was leading believers astray, causing them Afternoon we’ll tour the Archaeological Museum of Ephesus displaying “to practice sexual immorality and to eat food sacrificed to idols” (Rev. ancient , statues, and from early and late Roman periods. Next, 2:18–29). Return to Izmir. Dinner and Overnight Izmir. (B,D) we’ll the visit the Tomb and of St. John, the last-surviving disciple of who is said to have lived in Ephesus during his final years along with Jesus’ mother Mary. Finally, we’ll see the remaining pillars of one of the May 29 Sun SARDIS (Rev 1:11; 3:1–6), and PHILADELPHIA (Rev 1:11; 3:7–13) - seven ancient —The Great Temple of of the and HIERAPOLIS (Col. 4:13-15; 4:16) Ephesians. Overnight in Kusadasi. (B,D) This morning before leaving Izmir, we’ll take a peak inside St Polycarp Church (if open), which was dedicated to the bishop and martyr of the church of Smyrna, and ponder John’s word of commendation for the June 1 Wed PATMOS (Greek Island where John received revelation) Christians in Smyrna who were persevering in their faith despite persecution. Roundtrip ferry to Patmos - Early in the morning sail to Patmos with a ferry. We’ll also visit the ancient . Then we’ll depart for Sardis, Arrive to the port city Skala. Meet your local Greek guide. Then start to visit one of the other cities of Revelation. Here, we’ll see the remains of the the island starting from Church of the Apocalypse the drive to Monastery of magnificenttemple of Artemis (later converted into a church), the St John. Free time for lunch before sailing back to Kuşadası. Farewell dinner beautifully reconstructed gymnasium and public baths, and the largest and overnight at the hotel in Kusadasi. (B,D) known outside Palestine. We’ll make a brief stop in Philadelphia, where much of this ancient city has June 2 Thu Transfer to Izmir Airport. End. Or, take Istanbul extension TOUR MAPBLACK SEA

ISTANBUL

TURKEY PERGAMUM THYATIRA IZMIR SARDIS PHILADELPHIA Patmos HIERAPOLIS

AEGEAN SEA AEGEAN EPHESUS LAODICEA ISTANBUL EXTENSION PATMOS June 2 Thu FLY ISTANBUL (The other “City of Seven Hills” and “The only City on Two Continents”) After breakfast at our hotel, morning flight to Istanbul, the only city on two continents! We will make our way to Istanbul’s Archaeological Museum— LAND RATES (US Dollar) one of the most celebrated collections in the world. Among its treasures are the from Hezekiah’s tunnel in (cf., 2 Kings MAIN TOUR (May 26-June 2) 20:20; 2 Chron. 32:30; John 9:7), Herod’s Temple Warning Inscription forbidding Gentiles to enter upon pain of death (cf., :27-31; 24:6,12,13), $1,390 Per Person in DoubleMEDITERRANEAN Occupancy SEA the Gezer calendar (one of the oldest Hebrew inscriptions dating to the 10th cent. BCE details the agricultural $400 Single Room Supplement seasons in Israel), and stunning tile panels from Nebuchadnezzar’s Ishtar MAIN TOUR+EXTENSION (May 26-June 4) gate in Babylon (ca. 7th-6th cent. . Continue our day with a stroll through $1,920 Per Person in Double Occupancy the colorful and fragrant Egyptian Spice Market, a feast for the senses, to enjoy $520 Single Room Supplement its sights, smells, and tastes and to make a few final souvenir purchases. We’ll end our day with a relaxing Boat TOUR INCLUDES Tour along the Bosphorus that offers an excellent vantage point to view • Izmir – Istanbul Domestic Flight June 2– for Extension only (we want Istanbul’s many famous landmarks that everyone to fly together so we included this flight) dot both its European and Asian shores. • Sightseeing as per the itinerary Dinner and Overnight at your Hotel in • 3 nights at Moevenpick Izmir Hotel or similar Istanbul—2 nights (B,D) • 1 night at Doga Thermal Hotel in Pamukkale or similar • 3 nights at Korumar Hotel in Kusadasi or similar June 3 Fri ISTANBUL (Ancient • 2 nights at Moevenpick Golden Horn Hotel in Istanbul or similar– for /) Extension only After breakfast at the hotel, we will have • Daily open buffet breakfasts at the hotels a guided Istanbul Old City Tour. First, we • 6 dinners at the hotels visit the pinnacle of Byzantine Christian • 1 dinner at Local Restaurant in Izmir architecture--Hagia (the church • Roundtrip Ferry from Kusadasi to Patmos of “Holy Wisdom”). Built by and reconstructed by • Guided Patmos Tour Emperor Justinian in the 6th century as the crowning achievement of • Entrance fees to all sightseeing his sacred building program, this church was the center of the Christian • Government Licensed, -oriented Tour guide throughout the tour . It’s one of the world’s greatest architectural marvels • Arrival and departure transfers and a designated World Heritage site. We will also visit Hagia Sophia’s • Map of Biblical Turkey, Tutku Bag, Tutku t-shirt, electric plug, Luggage Tag sister church--Hagia Irene (Holy ). Also rebuilt by Justinian, Hagia • Tips to hotel staff Irene is particularly important in Christian as the location of the 2nd • Service charges and local taxes (381 AD). Located nearby is the Hippodrome (a.k.a. Sultanahmet Square) that once stood in the heart of the Byzantine city of Constantinople and originally held up to 100,000 people. Although little TOUR EXCLUDES is left of this gigantic horseracing arena, there are a number of impressive and other structures situated at the site, such as the Obelisk of • International flights to arrive/depart Izmir (depart Istanbul if you take Theodosius, the , and the gazebo-styled German Fountain. the extension) (Please ask for our special Air Fares) After lunch, BCE). If it’s not under construction and time allowing, we will • Lunches and drinks also visit the Blue Mosque, which was built during the years of 1609–1616 • Tips to tour guide, driver ($5 per person per day fort he guide, $2 per and which was intended to compete with the impressive beauty of the Hagia person per day for the driver) Sophia. Inside, the famous blue–and–white tile work from which the mosque • Turkish Visa Fee-to be obtained online before arrival www.evisa.gov.tr gets its nickname, is bathed in light from 260 windows. Late afternoon we • Personal Expenses, Travel and Health Insurance, any other item which will visit one of the famous Underground cisterns of Byzantine era from 6th is not included above century. Then proceed to Grand Bazaar to finish our day before returning back to our hotel for dinner. (B,D) PAYMENT PROCEDURE June 4 Sat DEPARTURE – FLY BACK HOME Transfer to Istanbul Airport. From the airport, you will fly back home • DEPOSIT : $100 per person • FULL PAYMENT : MARCH 1, 2022 • You can make your payment from our secured link: (Visa & Master only) https://secure.tutkutours.com/tours/22057CHU BULGARIA Sinanköy Manya Mt. NORTH EDİRNE KIRKLARELİ Selimiye Fatih Iron Foundry Mosque UNESCO B L A C K S E A Yeni Saray Kırklareli Höyük

İSTANBUL Herakleia Skotoussa (Byzantium) Krenides Linos (Constantinople) Sirra Beikos Palatianon Berge Karaevlialtı Menekşe Çatağı Prusias Tauriana Filippoi Küçükyalı Ad hypium Morylos Dikaia Heraion teikhos Achaeology park KOCAELİ Tragilos Antisara Perinthos Basilica UNESCO Abdera Maroneia TEKİRDAĞ (İZMİT) DÜZCE Europos Doriskos Stryme Işıklar Mt. ALBANIA Allante Lete Bormiskos Thessalonica Argilos THE SEA OF SAKARYA MACEDONIANaoussa Thassos Ainos (ADAPAZARI) UNESCO Thermes YALOVA Ceramic Furnaces Selectum Chalastra Strepsa Berea Lake Nicea Methone Vergina Petralona Parion Roman theater Acanthos Zeytinli Ada Apamela Aisa Ouranopolis Hisardere Dasaki Elimia Pydna Barçın Höyük BTHYNIA Galepsos Yenibademli Höyük UNESCO Thyssus Apollonia () ÇANAKKALE Manyas Zeytinlik Höyük Lake Ulubat Phylace Dion Akrothooi Lake Sane Parthenopolis GÖKCEADA Aktopraklık O.Gazi Külliyesi BİLECİK Asprokampos Kremaste Daskyleion UNESCO Höyük Pythion Neopolis Sundiken Mts. Herakleum Paşalar Sarhöyük Mount Athos Achmilleion Potamia Mt.Olympos Torone Hephaistia BOZCAADA Kenchreai Omphatium Gonnus Skione Limnos Uludag ESKİŞEHİR Sidari Oxynia Eritium Kaz Mt. Derecik Basilica Passaron Soufli Troas Kebrene Skepsis UNESCO Cassiope Gure bath BALIKESİR Dikilitaş Kanlıtaş Höyük Aiginion Neandra Karacahisar Castle Meteora Antandros UNESCO Lamponeia Dodoni Theopetra Gülpinar Pioniai Kulluoba Hamaxitos Seyitömer Höyük Keçi çayırı Syvota KÜTAHYA Grava Polimedion Gerdekkaya Assos Mt.Pelion (Cotiaeum) Kumbet A E G E A N S E A Madra Mt. City Lefkimi Ellina Theudoria Pherae Passandra Lolkos/Gorytsa Perperene Antissa Alaçam Mts. Bahses Mt. Torone Sesklo Akropolis Lesbos UNESCO Eresos (Pergamum) Kybele kapıkaya Arslankaya Kassopi Ephyra Farsala Phylace Aterneus Saphane Alos Peparethos Pyrra Karane Ayazini Anaktorion Idomenae Xyniae Peleos Pergamum Artemisio Echinus Spil Mt. Thyateira Lamia Gryneion I O N I A N S E A Medion Kyme Thyrium Dium Kerynthos Naricum Sidas Herakleia Phokaia A S I A Dede mausoleum Stratos UŞAK Taskule Nif Mt. Alyzia Panaztepe Phara Agrinion UNESCO Cynus (Magnesia) Aksehir Gla Kymi Bintepe Sultan Lake Astakos Cardamyle Karaburun Eumenea Bayraklı Ulucak Höyük Mts. Pleurch Chalkis Smyrna Kumalar Mts. Nafpaktos Orchomenos Hierapolis Dystos Baglararası İZMİR Blaundos Sardis Tabea Oeneldae Calydon UNESCO Chios Agora Pisidian Erythrai Pepouza Oropos Yeşilova Höyük UNESCO Sami Patrae Panormos Leuctra Ramnous Höyük Pale Styra Seferihisar Philadelphia Hierapolis Iconium Pronoi Dyme Tepecik höyük Apollonia Penteli Mt. Kızılburun Egirdir Pharae Hierapolis Krani ACHAIA Myonnesos Lebedos Apemea Lake Karystos Kadıkalesi Castle Nysa Tabea Cyllene Tritea Selçuk Pireus Ephesus AYDIN Laodikeia Kleitor UNESCO (Tralleis) Aci Lake Pheneos Gayrion Ephesus Ayasuluk Elis Cenchreae S. Sidera Zakynthos Psophis UNESCO Kuşadası Dogu Mentese Colossae Stymphalia Kleones Paleopoli K.Tepe Höyük Antiochia Mt. Samos Panionion Eksik höyük Aphaia Lavrion Neapolis UNESCO Magnesia Söğüt Aglasun UNESCO Mt.Helicon UNESCO Olimpia Hypsus Kea Ikaria Heraion Karine Heraklia AphrodisiasColossae Argos Tinos Tiryns Methana Hacılar Höyük Sami Mantinea Asini Bafa L.. Dam UNESCO Kale-i Tavas Epidavros Mykonos UNESCO Siros Assessos Stratonikeia Mts. Fossil excavation Lepreo Bassae Kithnos Kremna UNESCO Franchthi UNESCO Yatağan Phigalia Patmos Euromos Katrancık Mt. Mystras Place of John’s Amphigeneia Adania Revelation MUĞLA Özlüce Fossil Veins Lyrboton come Prasiae Cibyra Badem Ağacı Perge Leros Becin Castle Uzunyuva Perge Mesene Karyanda Keramos Silyon Pherae Myndos Balboura Paros Ören Kypantha Sifnos Kalimnos Halicarnassos Golgeli Mts. (Attalia) Corone Kadrei Pedneussos Site of Mausoleum, one of the Alara Kardamyli seven wonders of the Ancient Kithanaura Magydos Castle Methone Zarax World. ’ birth place. Oinoanda Cos Burgaz Oitylo Gythio Pisilis Krya Attalia Asine Limera Datça Mts. Apollon Kadyanda Asopos Skinos Ios Lissai Hacımusalar Phylakopi Ak Kemer Astipalea Cnidos Symi Arymasa Pavlopetri Kaisareia Lydai Issium Castle Arykanda Casenopolis Loryma Chimaira Anafi Tilos Korydalla Cape Taenaron Cape Malea Kyaneai UNESCO St. Nicholas Olympos Phellos Suluin Cythera Kameiros Kastri Kaş Cave UNESCO Antiphellos Appolonia Scandeia Aperiai Tyberissos UNESCO Antioch S e e a r e t AND TURKEY o f C Karpathos Flasarna Kydonia

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