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MAY 7-22, 2022

Tour Host Dr. Mark Fairchild

Walk in the footsteps of Paul and John Travel by deluxe motorcoach and by Cruise Ship to sites connected with Paul’s Missionary Journeys and the seven churches at the .

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TURKEY, AEGEAN CRUISE, ATHENS / May 7-22, 2022 Istanbul

Old Harbour, Antalya

May 13 Fri ANTALYA – COLOSSAE – LAODICEA – HIERAPOLIS (PAMUKKALE) Morning the scenic drive north over the Taurus Mountains to the Valley where three important biblical cities are to be found: Colossae, Laodicea and Hierapolis. First stop will be brief at Colossae since this site has not yet been excavated. Nevertheless, this is an important site since Paul sent here two letters. Then proceed to Laodicea, which was a major Dep.City/ city in Roman times, as is clear not only the size of the ancient site but also FLIGHT Dep. Arrv. its two theaters, and major street lined with shops. Laodicea is Date Arrival SCHEDULE Time Time not only the last of the seven churches to whom John directed the book City of Revelation, but also had a close relation ship with nearby churches of TK2 07MAY JFKIST 19:00 11:50* Colossae and Hierapolis. Then proceed to Hierapolis (Pamukkale) the third of the three key biblical cities in the Lycus Valley. Hierapolis is best known TK2412 11MAY ISTAYT 10:10 11:35 for its mineral hot springs that have produced white calcareous , where Philip – either the apostle or evangelist was beleived to have been TK1846 22MAY ATHIST 10:45 11:45 killed in AD 80. Overnight in one of the modern resorts of Pamukkale. (B,D) TK1 22MAY ISTJFK 13:30 17:20 May 14 Sat PAMUKKALE – PHILADELPHIA – SARDIS – SMYRNA *Air schedule can be changed by the airlines. In the morning drive to Philadelphia where much of this ancient city in an earthquake-prone has either been destroyed or lies buried under the the modern city.The newest of the cities of the Seven Churches. See the city and Tour Itinerary: the remains of the 6th century Byzantine church. Then proceed to Sardis which was the fifth of the Seven Churches addressed by John in Revelation. May 7 Sat DEPART NEW YORK – FLY ISTANBUL See the remains of the magnificent temple of and beautifully reconstructed gymnasium. Explore the largest known ancient synagogue outside of Israel. Afternoon arrive to Smyrna (modern day Izmir) After a short May 8 Sun ARRIVE ISTANBUL tour in the city check-in to your hotel. Dinner and overnight in Izmir. (B,D) Welcome to Turkey! Your tour guide will meet you at after the baggage claim with a “TUTKU” sign. Meet and transfer to your hotel for check- in. Rest of the day is free. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Istanbul. (D) May 15 Sun SMYRNA – PERGAMUM – THYATIRA – IZMIR Drive to Pergamum, the famous capital of it’s own kingdom. Pergamum was the third of the Seven Churches mentioned in Revelation. Visit the May 9 Mon ISTANBUL (Old City) to explore the highlights of the ancient city. The temple, steepest Morning drive to the historic city of Istanbul. Our day in Istanbul begins with theater of the ancient world, the location of the Altar of and more... After Hagia , the world famous 6th century church. See the Pergamum proceed to Thyatira, which was the fourth of the Seven Churches, which was built in 17th century. Nearby is located the Hippodrom which and its letter is the central and the longest of the seven letters. See some once stoodin the heart of the Byzantine city of and originally remains of the ancient city and the recently restored Roman colonnaded held up to 100.000 people. Although little is left of this gigantic , street. After the short visit back to Izmir for dinner and overnight. (B,D) there are number of impressive and other structures situated at the site. Afternoon, walk to ,considered as the first church completed in Constantinopolis. Finishthe day in the Archaeological Museums of Istanbul. Back to the hotel. Dinner and overnight. (B,D)

May 10 Tue ISTANBUL (Churches of Istanbul) Morning drive to Kariye (the Church of the Holy Saviour in Chora). Explore the beautiful and frescoes. Then proceed to the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople the centre of . Then visit the Sveti Stephan church (Iron church) which is famous for being made of prefabricated cast iron elements in the Neo-Byzantine style. Finish the day at Spice Market enjoy your free time. Dinner and overnight in Istanbul. (B,D)

May 11 Wed ISTANBUL – FLY ANTALYA Early in the morning drive to airport. Domestic flight to Antalya (Attalia). From Antalya airport we will drive to the city center to see the famous harbour where Paul and sailed during the first journey. Then visit the St. Paul’s Cultural center and it’s church. Dinner and overnight in Antalya. (B,D)

May 12 Thu ANTALYA – PERGE – ANTALYA Drive to Perge (Perga) which was the port of entry in Minor for Paul, Barnabas and on their first journey. They landed after sailing from the island of . Then back to Antalya to visit the famous award winner Ephesus . Dinner and overnight in Antalya. (B,D)

TURKEY, AEGEAN CRUISE, ATHENS / May 7-22, 2022 TOUR MAP

ISTANBUL SEA TURKEY PERGAMUM THYATIRA

GREECE SMYRNA SARDIS ATHENS (IZMIR) CORINTH EPHESUS HIERAPOLIS

A E G E A N S E A LAODICEA PATMOS Parthenon, Athens ANTALYA

SANTORINI May 16 Mon IZMIR – EPHESUS – KUSADASI RHODES From Izmir drive to Ephesus. Visit the most spectacular archaeological site of Turkey. Paul visited this city only briefly during his second missionary journey but retruned during his third missionary journey for a much longer period. Some years later Ephesus served as the home base for the apostle John’s ministry. Explore the Bouleterion, streets, Terrace Houses, Library of Celsus, Great Theater and more.... Then proceed to the St. John’s , located nearby Ephesus. Lunch and shopping opportunities at the area. Overnight in the nearby port city of Kuşadası. (B,D) LAND & AIR

May 17 Tue EMBARK CRUISE SHIP IN KUSADASI – PATMOS $4,990 Per Person in Double Room After at the hotel drive to Kuşadası Port to embark the the cruise ship 1:00pm. Sail to Patmos, a small Greek island in the Mediterranean. $1,090 Single Room Supplement Arrive to the island around 4:30pm and a short tour over the traditional cave where John received his vision. After this short tour, free time at the island and back to the boat to sail to Rhodes by night. Dinner on board. (B,D) LAND ONLY May 18 Wed RHODES – CRUISE Morning arrive to Rhodes 07:00am. Drive to the ancient Acropolis of $3,890 Per Person in Double Room and see Paul’s bay (:1), where the Apostle cast anchor during his historic voyage to Ephesus. Then enjoy a walking tour through the medieval $1,090 Single Room Supplement walled city of Rhodes and see the Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes. Free time to enjoy the Street of the Knights. Re-embarkation On board at latest 5:30pm, night sail to Crete. Dinner on board (B,D) TOUR INCLUDES

May 19 Thu HERAKLION – SANTORINI – CRUISE - International flights between New York-Istanbul, and Athens-New York Morning arrive to Heraklion (Crete) 7:00am. Optional visit the island until 11:30. - Domestic flight from Istanbul to Antalya *Optional tour to the Minoan Palace of Knossos, home to ’s oldest - 3 Nights at Moevenpick in Istanbul or similar and the setting of the legend of Theseus and the Minotaur. - 2 Nights at Best Western Khan Hotel in Antalya or similar During this tour we will have the chance to visit the Archaeological Museum - 1 Night at Doga Thermal Hotel in Pamukkale or similar in Heraklion. Re-embarkation on the ship at 11.30am set sail to Santorini. - 2 Nights at Moevenpick Hotel in Izmir or similar Lunch on board. Arrive to Santorini at 4:30pm. Free afternoon in Santorini - 1 Night at Korumar Hotel in Kuşadası or similar or enjoy an optional* boat tour to the volcanic and hot springs. Re- - 3 Nights at Celestyal Cruise Ship – Cabin Category IA (Inside Cabin) – embarkation on the ship at latest 9:00pm. Departure for Athens. Cabin Upgrade available at extra cost - 2 Nights Parthenon Hotel in Athens or similar - Daily breakfast at the hotels May 20 Wed DISEMBARK IN ATHENS – CORINTH TOUR - ATHENS - 14 Dinners Arrive to Athens at 6:00 am. Disembark and meet the local guide and head - 3 Lunches at the Cruise Ship for the excursion to . We drive by the Saronic Gulf via the - English speaking Licensed Tour Guide in Turkey historic Corinthian Canal (quick stop for photos) and we arrive at Ancient - English speaking Licensed local Tour Guides in Greek islands Corinth (:1-18). It was in this where the Apostle Paul came, - English speaking Licensed Tour Guide in worked and established a thriving church. We see all the sites associated with his - Shore Excurion: Guided PATMOS ministry: the , the Bema, Erasmus inscription and the small archaeological - Shore Excursion: Guided HERAKLION TOUR – Her-02 Minoan palace museum. On our return way to Athens, we will pass by Cenchreae, to see the of Knossos – 1st European Civilization port where Paul and his companions sailed to Ephesus. Afternoon back to Athens - Shore Excursion: Guided RHODES TOUR – Rho-01 Medieval tour – for check-in, dinner and overnight in Athens. (B,D) Acropolis of Lindos and the Citadel of the knights - All mentioned transfers with Airconditioned vehicles May 21 Thu ATHENS - All Parking fees Full day Athens tour. Follow your guide to the world renowned Acropolis, - All Entry fees to the sites and museums the Propylaea, the Parthenon, and the Erectheum. View Mars Hill where - Service charges and local the apostle Paul stood and said, “ I found an altar with this inscription, TO - TUTKU travel bag, maps, t-shirt THE UNKNOWN . Whom therefore ye ignorantly worship, him declare I unto you” (:23). See the Agora, the ancient market place and center of the Athenian public life, where the apostle Paul preached “ and the resurrection” (Acts 17:18) to the skeptical Athenians. Also see the TOUR EXCLUDES House of Parliament, the Presidential Palace and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Afternoon visit to Acropolis Museum and Plaka district. Dinner and overnight in Athens. (B,D) - Turkish Visa fee to be obtained online before arrival www.evisa.gov.tr - Tips to Tour Guides – Bus Drivers – Cruise staff - Travel and health insurance, all kind of insurances Fri DEPARTURE - Transfer to Athens airport. Fly back home. End of our services.

TURKEY, AEGEAN CRUISE, ATHENS / May 7-22, 2022 BULGARIA Sinanköy Manya Mt. NORTH KIRKLARELİ Selimiye Iron Foundry Mosque UNESCO B L A C K S E A MACEDONIA Yeni Saray Kırklareli Höyük

İSTANBUL Herakleia Skotoussa () 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 Abdera Perinthos Basilica UNESCO Maroneia TEKİRDAĞ (İZMİT) DÜZCE Europos Doriskos Pella Stryme Işıklar Mt. ALBANIA Allante Lete Bormiskos Thessalonica Argilos THE SAKARYA MACEDONIANaoussa Thassos Ainos (ADAPAZARI) UNESCO Thermes Ceramic Furnaces Selectum Chalastra Strepsa Berea Lake Nicea Methone Petralona Parion Roman theater Acanthos Zeytinli Ada Apamela Aisa Ouranopolis Hisardere Dasaki Elimia Pydna Barçın Höyük BTHYNIA Galepsos Yenibademli Höyük UNESCO Thyssus Apollonia () ÇANAKKALE Zeytinlik Höyük Arisbe Lake Ulubat Phylace Dion Akrothooi Lake Sane Parthenopolis GÖKCEADA Aktopraklık O.Gazi Külliyesi Asprokampos Kremaste Daskyleion UNESCO Höyük Pythion Neopolis Sundiken Mts. Herakleum Paşalar Sarhöyük 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 Meliboea Cassiope Gure bath BALIKESİR Dikilitaş Kanlıtaş Höyük Aiginion Neandra Karacahisar Castle Antandros UNESCO Larissa 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. Midas City Lefkimi Ellina Theudoria Pherae Mithymna Passandra EPIRUS Lolkos/Gorytsa Perperene Antissa Alaçam Mts. Bahses Mt. Torone Sesklo Akropolis UNESCO (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 Thermopylae Phokaia A S I A Dede mausoleum Stratos UŞAK Taskule Nif Mt. Alyzia Panaztepe Phara Agrinion UNESCO Cynus (Magnesia) Aksehir Gla Kymi Bintepe Lake Astakos Cardamyle Eumenea Bayraklı Ulucak Höyük Mts. Pleurch Chalkis Smyrna Kumalar Mts. Nafpaktos Orchomenos Hierapolis Dystos Baglararası İZMİR Blaundos Sardis Tabea Oeneldae Calydon UNESCO Agora Pisidian Erythrai Pepouza Oropos Yeşilova Höyük UNESCO Sami Patrae Panormos Leuctra Ramnous Höyük Pale Styra Philadelphia Hierapolis Iconium Pronoi Dyme Tepecik höyük Apollonia Penteli Mt. Kızılburun Egirdir Hierapolis Krani ACHAIA Myonnesos Lebedos Apemea Lake Athens Karystos Kadıkalesi Castle Nysa Tabea Cyllene Tritea Selçuk Corinth 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. Panionion Eksik höyük Letrini Aphaia Lavrion Neapolis UNESCO Magnesia Söğüt Aglasun UNESCO Mt.Helicon UNESCO Olimpia Hypsus Ikaria Heraion Karine Heraklia AphrodisiasColossae Argos Methana Hacılar Höyük Sami Mantinea Asini Bafa L.. Dam UNESCO Kale-i Lerna Epidavros UNESCO Siros Assessos Stratonikeia Mts. Fossil excavation Lepreo Kithnos Kremna UNESCO Thyrea Franchthi UNESCO Yatağan Phigalia Patmos Euromos Katrancık Mt. Milyas Place of John’s Amphigeneia Adania Revelation MUĞLA Özlüce Fossil Veins Lyrboton come Prasiae Cibyra Badem Ağacı Perge Becin Castle Uzunyuva Perge Mesene Karyanda Keramos Silyon Pherae Myndos Balboura Ören ANTALYA Pylos Kypantha 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 Lissai Hacımusalar Phylakopi Ak Kemer Astipalea Cnidos Arymasa Pavlopetri Kaisareia Lydai Issium Castle Arykanda Casenopolis Loryma Chimaira Korydalla Cape Taenaron Cape Malea Kyaneai UNESCO St. Nicholas Olympos Phellos Suluin Cythera Kastri Kaş Cave UNESCO Antiphellos Rhodes Appolonia Scandeia Aperiai Tyberissos UNESCO Antioch S e e a r e t GREECE AND TURKEY o f C Flasarna Kydonia

Aptera ARCHAEOLOGICAL MAP Armeni Axos Lissos Malia Lato Fair Havens Knossos Itanos Crete *All rights reserved. No part of this map may be copied or used without the written permission of TUTKU TOURS, Turkey. Matala Gournia While we have attempted to make this map as complete as possible, we recognize Gortyn Arkades that there may be errors or out-of-date information on the map. We disclaim any Ieraptyna responsibility for damage sustained due to errors or omissions. Koumasa We welcome your suggestions and comments. Cauda Design by: Burhan C. Oral, Oral, Cuneyt Oral, Sinan E. Ozsahinler & Natali Oral M E D I T E R R A N E A N S E A Photos by: Mark R. Fairchild, Levent Oral & Cenk Eronat

PAYMENT PROCEDURE LAND CANCELLATION PENALTY: 1st Deposit $200 per person : May 15, 2021 - 120-90 days prior to departure: No Penalty - 89-60 days prior to departure: 10% 2nd Deposit $400 per person : December 1, 2021 - 59-45 days prior to departure: 25% Full (Balance) Payment : February 15, 2022 - 44-30 days prior to departure: 50% - 29-15 days prior to departure: 75% - 14 days & After No refund ABOUT TRAVEL INSURANCE: Travel insurance is available as a separate package at an extra cost. The cost of travel insurance is approximately $210 to $350 depending on length of tour, tour inclusions, traveler’s age etc. Tour participants may call our associate office in New Jersey, Prime Travel, to purchase travel insurance and obtain the exact rate for your tour. The travel insurance policy is a contract between the traveler and the Insurance Company (Travel Guard, Allianz etc.). TUTKU Tours has no role in booking or in the payment of the travel insurance. When you call to inquire about travel insurance, please mention your group code (can be given to you by TUTKU). Prime Travel’s Phone number: 1-201-825-1600 Contact Person: Mrs. Armagan Ayata or Mr. Sal Kesedar.

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