OVERVIEW
Follow in Paul’s footsteps as we travel to major sites on Paul’s journeys in Türkiye, Greece, Malta, and Rome—in roughly chronological order. From the site of Paul’s first recorded sermon in Pisidian Antioch, to the Ephesian theatre where he sparked a whole city riot, to the spot where Lydia was baptised, to where Paul preached to the Athenians, to where he pleaded with the Corinthians. We’ll visit the site of Paul’s infamous shipwreck where he is still honoured, his Roman prison and his burial place. Along the way we’ll gain deeper insights into Paul the man and missionary, as well as a greater appreciation of the backdrop for his letters that have shaped the church for two millennia.
Professor Constantine Campbell is an internationally recognised New Testament scholar and host of the popular documentary series, In Pursuit of Paul–the Apostle. He is the author of several books on the New Testament and Paul in particular, including Paul and Union with Christ—a Christianity Today book of the year in biblical studies. His most recent book is Reading Paul as Christian Scripture. Con is Research Director at Australian University College of Divinity and is also a pro jazz saxophonist and teaches jazz performance at the ANU School of Music. His website is https://www.constantinecampbell.info/
ITINERARY
Depart Australia this evening on your flight to Istanbul.
Included Meals: None
On arrival in Dubai, make your way to your connecting flight to Istanbul. Continue to Antalya on a domestic flight arriving late afternoon.
Upon arrival, you will be met by our local representative and transferred to your accommodation where you will spend the night. After checking into the hotel, the rest of the day is free to relax or explore. Meet at 6:30pm for a welcome meeting with your tour leader followed by dinner.
Hotel: Best Western Plus Khan Hotel
Upon arrival, you will be met by our local representative and transferred to your accommodation where you will spend the night. After checking into the hotel, the rest of the day is free to relax or explore. Meet at 6:30pm for a welcome meeting with your tour leader followed by dinner.
Hotel: Best Western Plus Khan Hotel
Included Meals:
D
After breakfast we check out & visit nearby ancient Perga, a short drive from Antalya. Paul, Barnabas, and Mark's first stop on their missionary journey was Perga, which they reached after sailing from Paphos in Cyprus. Mark left Paul and Barnabas in Perga and returned to Jerusalem. The ruins include a theatre, stadium, colonnaded street, agora, gymnasium, Roman baths, fountain, Hellenistic towers, and Byzantine churches. Continue to the Antalya Archaeological Museum which houses more than 200 sculptures recovered from the site.
Travel to Isparta for the night (approx 120 kms).
Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn Isparta
Travel to Isparta for the night (approx 120 kms).
Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn Isparta
Included Meals:
B
D
This morning after breakfast & check out, drive approx. 120kms to Psidia in Antioch where we will spend time in the ancient city visiting the site where Paul gave his famous speech on Acts 13 as well as a visit to see the Sergius Paulus stone (referred to in Acts 13). Continue to Pamukkale. Check into our thermal hotel for dinner and overnight.
Hotel: Pam Thermal Hotel, Pamukkale
Hotel: Pam Thermal Hotel, Pamukkale
Included Meals:
B
D
Today, an opportunity for an early morning hot air balloon ride (optional) for a breathtaking view of the surreal landscapes.
Afterwards we visit the famous white calcium terraces.
Our next stop is Laodicea. The city established in the C3 BCE by the Seleucid Antiochus II, was named after his wife Laodicea. Built on the Lycus Tributary of the Meander River, it was surnamed Laodicea on Lycus, to distinguish it from other similarly named cities. Laodicea is the last of the seven churches in Revelation. As a crossroad of two important roads, this city had an important commercial and logistical position.
Continue to Kusadasi. Check in and overnight.
Hotel: Charisma Deluxe, Kusadasi
Afterwards we visit the famous white calcium terraces.
Our next stop is Laodicea. The city established in the C3 BCE by the Seleucid Antiochus II, was named after his wife Laodicea. Built on the Lycus Tributary of the Meander River, it was surnamed Laodicea on Lycus, to distinguish it from other similarly named cities. Laodicea is the last of the seven churches in Revelation. As a crossroad of two important roads, this city had an important commercial and logistical position.
Continue to Kusadasi. Check in and overnight.
Hotel: Charisma Deluxe, Kusadasi
Included Meals:
B
D
Check out of our hotel in Kusadasi, and visit the St. John Basilica and the ancient city of Ephesus. Here we will see the Baths of Scholastica, Temple of Hadrian, the library and the Great Theatre.
After lunch we drive to Izmir airport for our flight to Thessaloniki, departing Izmir at 17:55 arriving at 19:20 in Istanbul connecting to a flight departing at 20:40 from Istanbul arriving 21:00 in Thessaloniki.
We transfer to our hotel for our first night in Greece.
Hotel: Golden Star, Thessaloniki
After lunch we drive to Izmir airport for our flight to Thessaloniki, departing Izmir at 17:55 arriving at 19:20 in Istanbul connecting to a flight departing at 20:40 from Istanbul arriving 21:00 in Thessaloniki.
We transfer to our hotel for our first night in Greece.
Hotel: Golden Star, Thessaloniki
Included Meals:
B
L
Today we drive to Philippi (Acts 16:12-40; 20:6), an impressive archaeological site. You will see the crypt, dating from the Roman period, which according to church tradition may have been the place where Paul was flogged and imprisoned. Also, at Philippi you will see, the ancient Roman forum built during the time of Augustus and mentioned in the Book of Acts as the place where Paul was publicly punished after he healed the demon-possessed girl (Acts 16:19). You will see the Basilicas and the Greek Theatre (4th century BC), which was converted into an arena by the Romans and used during the persecutions of the early days of the church.
Paul’s letter to the Philippians was addressed to the local Christians 14 years after his first visit there. Of all the churches Paul founded, probably none was as near and dear to him as the church at Philippi (Acts 16:9-33). Philippi was named after Philip II, king of Macedonia father of Alexander the Great. The Roman Road Via Egnatia crossed this city and ran from Rome to Byzantium.
You will also visit the river where Paul baptised Lydia, a purple fabric merchant, who became the first Christian woman to be baptized on European soil (Acts 16:14, 15, 40). On the way to Thessalonica, you will pass by the Lion statue of Amphipolis, which was a district capital of Macedonia, on the Via Egnatia, the route used by Paul, Timothy and Silas (Acts 17:1).
Hotel: Golden Star, Thessaloniki
Paul’s letter to the Philippians was addressed to the local Christians 14 years after his first visit there. Of all the churches Paul founded, probably none was as near and dear to him as the church at Philippi (Acts 16:9-33). Philippi was named after Philip II, king of Macedonia father of Alexander the Great. The Roman Road Via Egnatia crossed this city and ran from Rome to Byzantium.
You will also visit the river where Paul baptised Lydia, a purple fabric merchant, who became the first Christian woman to be baptized on European soil (Acts 16:14, 15, 40). On the way to Thessalonica, you will pass by the Lion statue of Amphipolis, which was a district capital of Macedonia, on the Via Egnatia, the route used by Paul, Timothy and Silas (Acts 17:1).
Hotel: Golden Star, Thessaloniki
Included Meals:
B
D
This morning after breakfast & checkout we will spend some time in Thessaloniki seeing the Roman Forum, the arch of Galerius, the Rotunda as we all as the St Demetrius Church, which is also the landmark of the city. After some free time in the city centre, we will transfer to the airport for a short flight to Athens at 2.40pm arriving at 3.35pm . On arrival in Athens, you will be transferred to the hotel with the remainder of the day free.
Hotel: Acropolis Hill Hotel, Athens
Hotel: Acropolis Hill Hotel, Athens
Included Meals:
B
D
Meet with your guide and climb up to the marble-capped Acropolis and visit the famous Parthenon and the Erechtheion.
Then, we go to nearby Mars' Hill (or Areopagus) to read Acts 17:22-31, where Paul delivered his well-known sermon and spoke about the inscription: “to an unknown god”.
Then we walk down and visit the ancient Agora, now in ruins, was formerly the commercial hub of ancient Athens and birthplace of politics and philosophy. Here the apostle Paul reasoned with the most skeptical audience he met in the course of his travels.
No dinner tonight so that you can explore all that Athens has to offer.
Hotel: Acropolis Hill Hotel, Athens
Then, we go to nearby Mars' Hill (or Areopagus) to read Acts 17:22-31, where Paul delivered his well-known sermon and spoke about the inscription: “to an unknown god”.
Then we walk down and visit the ancient Agora, now in ruins, was formerly the commercial hub of ancient Athens and birthplace of politics and philosophy. Here the apostle Paul reasoned with the most skeptical audience he met in the course of his travels.
No dinner tonight so that you can explore all that Athens has to offer.
Hotel: Acropolis Hill Hotel, Athens
Included Meals:
B
At 8.00 am our full day excursion out of Athens takes us by the Saronic Gulf via the historic Corinthian Canal (quick stop for photos) to the Diolkos. It was in use during the time Paul was at Corinth.
The commercial benefit to Corinth, as well as to the port cities of Lechaion and Cenchrea, was significant. Then we drive to ancient Corinth (Acts 18:1-18). It was to this megalopolis where the Apostle Paul came, worked and established a thriving church. We will visit the archaeological site and museum as well as all the points of interest associated with Paul's ministry.
On our way back to Athens, time permitting we will pass by the ancient port of Cenchrea, this port city across the narrow isthmus from Corinth was the embarkation port for the apostle Paul when he sailed after 18 months in Corinth to Ephesus (Acts 18:18-19). Phoebe was a deaconess (Rom. 16:1). To avoid delay and danger of sailing around the Peloponnese, ships were unloaded at Corinth, and then dragged overland to be reloaded at Cenchrea, or vice versa.
Hotel: Acropolis Hill Hotel, Athens
The commercial benefit to Corinth, as well as to the port cities of Lechaion and Cenchrea, was significant. Then we drive to ancient Corinth (Acts 18:1-18). It was to this megalopolis where the Apostle Paul came, worked and established a thriving church. We will visit the archaeological site and museum as well as all the points of interest associated with Paul's ministry.
On our way back to Athens, time permitting we will pass by the ancient port of Cenchrea, this port city across the narrow isthmus from Corinth was the embarkation port for the apostle Paul when he sailed after 18 months in Corinth to Ephesus (Acts 18:18-19). Phoebe was a deaconess (Rom. 16:1). To avoid delay and danger of sailing around the Peloponnese, ships were unloaded at Corinth, and then dragged overland to be reloaded at Cenchrea, or vice versa.
Hotel: Acropolis Hill Hotel, Athens
Included Meals:
B
D
Depart from the hotel for our early morning flight Athens to Malta, departing at 8.20am. On arrival we will transfer to our hotel for free time to explore, followed by dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Carlton Hotel, Sliema, Malta
Overnight: Carlton Hotel, Sliema, Malta
Included Meals:
B
D
Full day of touring in Malta visiting Mdina and Rabat. Known as the “Silent City,” Mdina is a beautifully preserved medieval walled city characterised by narrow winding streets, elegant palaces and panoramic views over the Maltese countryside. The visit will continue to St Paul’s Cathedral, one of Mdina’s most important landmarks. The magnificent cathedral is dedicated to Saint Paul and is renowned for its impressive Baroque architecture and richly decorated interior. Continue to Rabat, a town located just outside Mdina and closely connected to Malta’s early Christian history. There we will visit St Paul’s Catacombs, an extensive underground complex of interconnected Roman-era burial chambers. The catacombs offer a fascinating insight into Malta’s ancient traditions and the development of Christianity on the island.
Return to the hotel, with the remainder of the evening at leisure.
Hotel: Carlton Hotel, Sliema, Malta
Return to the hotel, with the remainder of the evening at leisure.
Hotel: Carlton Hotel, Sliema, Malta
Included Meals:
B
A rest day today for you to enjoy this delightful island. We will give you tips on what you can do at our pre-departure meeting.
Hotel: Carlton Hotel, Sliema, Malta
Hotel: Carlton Hotel, Sliema, Malta
Included Meals:
B
A very early start with a 6am flight from Malta to Rome.
On arrival we will visit Mamertine Prison in the Roman Forum and the Basilica of St Paul Outside the Walls where Paul is buried.
Check in to our hotel and celebrate the end of our tour with a farewell dinner.
Hotel: Bettoja Massimo Hotel, Rome
On arrival we will visit Mamertine Prison in the Roman Forum and the Basilica of St Paul Outside the Walls where Paul is buried.
Check in to our hotel and celebrate the end of our tour with a farewell dinner.
Hotel: Bettoja Massimo Hotel, Rome
Included Meals:
B
D
Our tour ends in Rome after breakfast, but there is so much more to see and experience in Rome. Please let us know if you would like to stay on a few more nights.
Included Meals:
B
Highlights
- Ancient Perga
- Pisidian Antioch
- Pamukkale
- Laodicea
- Ephesus
- Thessaloniki
- Philippi
- Athens
- Corinth
- Malta
- Rome
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| Category | Description | Twin PP | Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tour only | $7,199.00 | $8,449.00 | |
| Tour and airfare from Australia | Subject to availability | $10,199.00 | $11,190.00 |
| Tour surcharge | For 10-14 passengers minimum. | $250.00 | $250.00 |
The tour is priced on a minimum of 15 passengers.
This tour is guaranteed to depart with 10 passengers at a $250 per person surcharge. If we get to 15 passengers no surcharge will apply.
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