In the Footsteps of Saint Paul Tour

Itinerary

Day 1: Istanbul – Antalya – Perge (A Site on Paul’s Anatolian Route)

Departing from Istanbul in the morning, we arrive in Antalya. Our first stop is the ancient city of Perge, a city mentioned in accounts of Paul’s travels in Acts 13 and 14. During the visit, we will explore the historical and spiritual traces of this ancient city, walking in the footsteps of Saint Paul.

Day 2: Antalya – Aspendos – Side – Antalya

Today, we visit the Aspendos Theater and the ancient city of Side. Aspendos is renowned for its well-preserved Roman theatre. Side offers another view of the region’s ancient urban and maritime history. These stops provide wider historical context; they are not presented as documented places where Paul preached.

Day 3: Antalya – Pisidia Antioch – Iconium (Konya) – Tarsus

We begin the day with visits to Pisidia Antioch and Iconium (modern-day Konya). Pisidia Antioch was a critical hub for Christianity, where Saint Paul delivered some of his first sermons and began forming Christian communities. In Iconium, we’ll delve into the teachings and sermons that Paul and Barnabas delivered together.

Later in the day, we travel to Tarsus, Saint Paul’s birthplace. Here, we will explore his early life, education, and the steps he took toward embracing Christianity.

Day 4: Tarsus – Cappadocia (Göreme) – Early Christian Heritage

Today, we journey to Cappadocia, where we visit the Göreme Open Air Museum and the iconic Fairy Chimneys. This sacred region served as a haven for early Christian communities. We will explore Cappadocia’s later Christian heritage through its rock-cut churches and landscapes, while distinguishing these sites from places explicitly recorded in accounts of Paul’s travels.

Day 5: Cappadocia – Return to Istanbul

On the final day, we depart from Cappadocia and return to Istanbul. In Istanbul, we visit sites symbolizing the historical connection between Christianity and Islam. Reflecting on Saint Paul’s legacy, we will explore how his teachings bridged faiths and spread Christianity to the wider world.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Included in the Tour

Tours conducted by knowledgeable guides with expertise in Saint Paul’s life and biblical history.

Comfortable vehicles for all transfers and tours.

Accommodation in 4- or 5-star hotels in the region.

Assistance with booking flights for participants traveling from other cities.

Not Included in the Tour

Lunch and dinner.

Entrance fees for museums and historical sites.

Access to historical cities, churches, and religious sites associated with Saint Paul.

Flexible & Private Tours

Flexible Tour Options Flexible tours can be arranged for cruise passengers. These tours are planned according to the ship’s arrival time, ensuring that all main sites are visited before the ship departs, providing a time-efficient experience for cruise groups.

Private Tour Options With private tour options, you can explore more freely and receive detailed explanations according to your personal preferences. Our guide will tailor the tour entirely to your and your family’s wishes, offering a more exclusive experience.

Documented route and later heritage

Acts 13–14 names Perge, Pisidian Antioch and Iconium in accounts of Paul and Barnabas. Tarsus is associated with Paul’s origins. Aspendos and Side are worthwhile Roman-era stops in the region, but this tour does not present them as documented preaching sites for Paul. Cappadocia’s rock-cut churches belong to a later chapter of Christian history.

The published programme spans five days. Confirm domestic flights, driving times, hotel class, site admissions and any optional extensions in a written quotation. The actual order and pace should be checked before travel.