Day 1: Departure from USA or Canada
Begin your journey with an international flight from the USA or Canada to Istanbul, Turkey.

Day 2: Arrival in Istanbul
Arrive at Istanbul Airport, where our representative will welcome you and assist with the transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic boat tour along the Bosphorus Strait, exploring both the Asian and European sides of this vibrant city. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel. (D)

Day 3: Full-Day Istanbul Tour
Discover Istanbul's historical treasures on a full-day tour. Visit the Roman Hippodrome, the iconic Blue Mosque with its exquisite blue tiles, and the magnificent Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore Topkapi Palace, the opulent residence of Ottoman sultans, showcasing priceless artifacts. Conclude with a visit to the Istanbul Archaeology Museum. Return to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay. (B, D)

Day 4: Istanbul – Troy – Alexandria Troas – Assos
Travel to Çanakkale and cross the Dardanelles Strait by ferry. Visit the ancient city of Troy and see the replica of the famous Wooden Horse. Continue to Alexandria Troas, a city founded by Alexander the Great and visited by Apostle Paul. End the day in Assos, where Paul reunited with his companions. Dinner and overnight in Assos. (B, D)

Day 5: Pergamon – Thyatira – Smyrna
Depart for Pergamon to visit the Acropolis with its dramatic ancient theater and the Temple of Trajan. Stop at the Red Basilica, an ancient Egyptian temple later converted into a church. Proceed to Thyatira, known for its historical significance, and then continue to Izmir (ancient Smyrna) for dinner and an overnight stay. (B, D)

Day 6: Sardis – Philadelphia – Pamukkale
Drive to Sardis, the ancient capital of Lydia, and explore its remarkable ruins, including the Gymnasium and Synagogue. Proceed to Philadelphia to see the remnants of the early Christian church mentioned in the Book of Revelation. Continue to Pamukkale for dinner and overnight at a local thermal hotel. (B, D)

Day 7: Laodicea – Colossae – Aphrodisias – Kuşadası
Begin the day with a visit to Pamukkale, known for its stunning white travertine terraces. Explore the ruins of Laodicea, another of the Seven Churches of Revelation, and continue to Colossae, referenced in Paul's epistles. Visit the ancient city of Aphrodisias, renowned for its well-preserved theater, stadium, and temple. Arrive in Kuşadası for dinner and an overnight stay. (B, D)

Day 8: Ephesus – Kuşadası
Spend the day exploring Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world. Visit key sites, including the Great Theater, the Library of Celsus, and the Basilica of St. John. An optional visit to the House of the Virgin Mary is available. Return to Kuşadası for dinner and an overnight stay. (B, D)

Day 9: Departure
Early morning transfer to Izmir Airport for your departure flight. Farewell and safe travels! (B)