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GLOBUS 2009: TURKEY & THE BOOK OF REVELATION (TT)
11 days incl. air or 10 days from Istanbul to Istanbul
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This vacation starts with a welcome dinner and guided sightseeing in Instanbul, Turkey's capital, a city built on two continents. Visit the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Seraglio. Continue via Iznik to Bursa, where guided sightseeing features visits to the Green Ottoman Complex, the Great Mosque, and the Silk Bazaar. Stop in Akhisar, Sart, and Alasehir on your way to Pamukkale, where a visit to the Hierapolis is included. Also stop in Laodicea and Aphrodisias, dedicated to Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love. Stay three nights in Kusadasi, with included excursions to the island of Patmos in Greece to visit the Cave of the Apocalypse, where John the Evangelist wrote the Book of Revelation during his exile; and to Ephesus, one of the New Testament's most significant cities, to visit the archaeological site, including the House of Mary and the Basilica of John the Evangelist. On to Izmir and an orientation tour. Also visit Alexander the Great's Mount Pagos. Stop in Bergama and explore the Greek Acropolis and the Asclepeion, once dedicated to the Greek god of healing. In Troy, brush up on Homer's Trojan War, hollow wooden horse and all! Cross the Dardanelles by ferry back to Europe and the 20th century. Back in Istanbul, visit the Hagia Sophia and the Grand Covered Bazaar, and enjoy a farewell dinner.
HOTELS
Istanbul Grand Surmeli (SF), Bursa Kervansaray Termal (F), Pamukkale Lycus River (F), Kusadasi Grand Onder (F), Izmir Anemon (F), Troy Area Akol (F) at Canakkale
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| Call (907) 376-5231 for more information or to book today! Mention code 7482054 | | Globus | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Board your overnight transatlantic flight | (Tue.) Board your overnight transatlantic flight. | | Day 2 | Istanbul | (Wed.) After arrival at Ataturk Airport, check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free to begin exploring the unique atmosphere of this city built on two continents. It is the gateway between the Orient and Occident as well as the Islamic and Christian worlds. At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director, then enjoy this evening's welcome dinner with your traveling companions. (D) | | Day 3 | Istanbul-Iznik-Bursa | (Thu.) Guided sightseeing in Istanbul includes visits to the BLUE MOSQUE and TOPKAPI SERAGLIO, the residence of the Ottoman Sultans. Then, journey to Iznik (Nicea), site of the First and Second Councils in the early Christian church. The Nicean Creed was written at the First Council to more clearly define the Trinity. Finally, arrive in Bursa. Guided sightseeing features a visit to the GREEN OTTOMAN COMPLEX, the GREAT MOSQUE (Ulu Camii), and the SILK BAZAAR. (B,D) | | Day 4 | Bursa-Akhisar-Sardes (Sart)-Alasehir-Pamukkale | (Fri.) Visit Akhisar (Thyatira), a church praised for its increasing faith but criticized for its tolerance of Jezebel, a local false prophet who misled the local Christians (Rev. 2:18-29). Arrive in Sardes to visit the SYNAGOGUE, which has been dated back to the 3rd century and where sacred books were kept. Also, see the GYMNASIUM on the south side of the synagogue. The gymnasium was constructed during the reign of the Roman Emperor Septimius Severus (193-211 AD). Afterwards, visit Sart, the church with a reputation for being alive, but which God announced dead (Rev. 3:1-6). Next, enjoy an orientation of Alasehir (Philadelphia), the church that received God's highest commendation (Rev. 3:7-13). Arrive in Pamukkale, home to the spectacular hot springs, for your overnight. (B,D) | | Day 5 | Pamukkale-Hierapolis-Laodicea-Aphrodisias-Kusadasi | (Sat.) This morning features a guided visit to the nearby ruins of Hierapolis, an important seat of early Christianity. Visit the MARTYRIUM of Apostle Philip. Continue to the ancient city and church of Laodicea, where Apostle John chastised the inhabitants for being lukewarm (Rev. 3:14-22). Next, stop in Aphrodisias, dedicated to the Greek goddess of love, Aphrodite, and once a center for the arts. Due to the influence of Christianity in the 6th century AD, the name was changed to Stavropolis, meaning "City of the Cross." In the 13th century it was abandoned altogether. On to your hotel in Kusadasi. (B,D) | | Day 6 | Kusadasi Excursion to Patmos, Greece | (Sun.) Enjoy a BOAT CRUISE to Patmos Island and visit the CAVE OF THE APOCALYPSE, where John the Evangelist wrote the Book of Revelation during his exile (Rev. 1:9-11). Balance of the day is at leisure. (B,L,D) | | Day 7 | Kusadasi Excursion to Ephesus | (Mon.) Arrive at Ephesus, one of the New Testament's most significant cities (Rev. 2:1-7). Apostle Paul came in 53 AD to this ancient city and wrote his famous epistle (Acts 18:19-26; Ephesians) to its inhabitants. According to tradition, the Apostle John wrote his Gospel here. This is also the place where the Virgin Mary spent her last days. Visit the ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE, including the HOUSE OF MARY and the BASILICA OF JOHN THE EVANGELIST. (B,D) | | Day 8 | Kusadasi-Izmir | (Tue.) Journey to Izmir (Smyrna), and enjoy an orientation tour. The city was established in 3000 BC, and was one of the Seven Churches which John referred to as the poor, persecuted church that God announced was rich due to their faithfulness amidst their suffering (Rev. 2:8-11). Also visit MOUNT PAGOS, where Alexander the Great is regarded as the founder of the city. In 334 BC, Alexander the Great visited Smyrna and fell asleep while hunting on Mount Pagos. In his dream, the goddess Nemesis asked him to bring the people of the Smyrna-Bayrakli there to establish a new city. Enjoy your overnight stay in Izmir. (B,D) | | Day 9 | Izmir-Bergama-Troy Area | (Wed.) Visit Bergama (Pergamum), the church that John both affirmed and chastised (Rev. 2:12-17). See the Red Basilica which housed the 1st-century Christian church referred to by John in Revelation. In addition, Pergamum was an active trade and commerce city in the early centuries, which allowed it to develop the first parchment to compete against the Egyptian papyrus. Visit the Greek ACROPOLIS, designed to imitate the one in Athens. Also visit the ASCLEPEION, once dedicated to the Greek god of healing. Continue to TROY, the perfect place to brush up on Homer's Trojan War, hollow wooden horse and all. Spend the night at nearby Canakkale. (B,D) | | Day 10 | Troy Area-Istanbul | (Thu.) By FERRY, cross the Dardanelles back to Europe and the 20th century. Return to Istanbul and continue guided sightseeing, including a visit to the HAGIA SOPHIA (meaning Holy Wisdom and named by 4th-century theologians), which began as an early Christian church. Next, visit the GRAND COVERED BAZAAR with plenty of time to explore its 4,000 tiny shops. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner. (B,D) | | Day 11 | Your homebound flight arrives the same day | (Fri.) Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (B) |
| US$ Price Details
Single room supplement: $309, $325 (2010: 0512)Triple room reduction per person: $25, $26 (2010: 0512).Extra nights per person in Istanbul:in single room $142, in twin room $100, in triple room $842010 departures are subject to itinerary and price modification.
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Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; International Air Transportation tax; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; airport taxes and fees including the September 11th Security fee up to $10 per person, Passenger facility charges up to $18 per person, Federal domestic flight segment fees up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure, and other government imposed fees up to $300 per person; port taxes; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted Globus menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); optional excursions; airport transfers on non-qualifying flights; porterage at airports and train stations; Travel Protection premiums; all airline imposed baggage fees (including internal flights); and all other items of a personal nature. |
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