Turkey & Greece

GTI Signature Study Tour

Apr 20 - May 1, 2020

A GTI Signature Tour

What to Expect

This trip will enrich your understanding of the Scriptures by introducing you to the vivid context in which the New Testament was written.

Done right, a study tour can be relaxing and fun! Together with Dr. Craig Hill, we'll explore the past and present of Turkey & Greece. Each day we'll unpack what we've learned in the context of biblical history as well as our daily faith.

In addition to visiting the ancients cities where the Apostle Paul lived and taught, we'll have the opportunity for a hot air balloon ride over Turkey, wine tasting in Greece, and enjoying some amazing local hospitality.

Study Scripture where it happened

Follow Paul's journeys as you read his letters.

See Cappadocia from a new Perspective!

Take advantage of the hot air balloon opportunity in Cappadocia

Explore iconic ruins

Ephesus, Corinth, Laodicea, Sardis and more!

Fellowship and learn with like-minded believers.

Our walk is all about community!

Be informed and entertained by your local guide.

We know a good guide makes a good trip!

Teaching by Dr. Craig Hill

Professor of New Testament, Fuller Theological Seminary

Craig Hill is an affiliate Assistant Professor of New Testament at Fuller Theological Seminary. He is also a member of the adjunct faculty at Biola University in New Testament. Hill has taught in university and seminary settings for 18 years and has served for over two decades in youth, and pastoral ministries. He also works with Standing Stone Ministry, a ministry that provides pastoral care for pastors. Hill also serves on the Board of Directors of Hume Lake Christian Camps, one of the largest youth camps in the nation. He has been to Israel on a number of occasions and enjoys teaching the Bible in the context of where it was written. He lives in Irvine, California with his wife Kelly and four kids.

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Any Questions?

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And of course, you can always give us a call during business hours at 616-396-1234 or 800-829-8234.

$4500 base cost
Add 325 for Hot Air Balloon Ride - Cappadocia
Minus $80 for Chicago O'Hare
$800.00 single-occupancy supplement available

Optional payment schedule available:

$500.00 per-person deposit upon registration
$2000.00 per-person due by Dec 2, 2019
Remaining balance due by Feb 28, 2020

<ul> <li>Roundtrip air from Los Angeles or Chicago </li> <li>Hotel accommodations as indicated</li> <li>Daily breakfast and dinner buffet</li> <li>Lunches</li> <li>Deluxe motor coach touring</li> <li>GTI Tour Blog</li> <li>Study guide, journal, flashlight, Bible, plug adapter</li> <li>Osprey hydro packs with bottled water on tour</li> <li>All entrance fees</li> <li>Guide/Driver Tips</li> <li>Porterage fees and taxes</li> <li>Winery visit </li> </ul>

<ul> <li>Turkish Visa ($50) </li> <li>Beverages ordered ala carte with meals</li> <li>Hot Air Ballon ride ($325 per person)</li> </ul>

“GTI Tours has been serving, listening to, and learning from their network of leaders and ministries for years—which is why their study tours are exceptional!“

Dr. Mark Strauss
Bethel Seminary Professor

GTI Tours specializes in biblical study tours that bring the land and lessons of the Bible to life for churches, universities, ministries, and teams.

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Mon Apr 20 • Depart Los Angeles

Los Angeles to Istanbul on Turkish Flight #10 departing 6:30pm

Tue Apr 21 • Depart Los Angeles

Welcome to Turkey

Welcome to the Republic of Turkey. After we arrive at the Adana airport and our luggage is collected we will be met by our Turkish hosts who will take us directly to our hotel for a good night's sleep.

Istanbul to Adana Airport on Turkish Flight #2470 departing 9:10pm

Anemon Hotel Adana

Wed Apr 22 • Depart Los Angeles

Paul the Evangelist

Today we begin our journey in Tarsus, the hometown of the Apostle Paul. This ancient city will provide the backdrop for beginning to unpack the life of Paul and his missionary journeys. Our travels will bring us north to the region of Cappadocia to experience some of the old cave churches used by Christians.

Saint Paul's house and well , Goreme National Park

Kapadokya Lodge

Saint Paul's house and well

Thu Apr 23 • Depart Los Angeles

First Missionary Journey

The day starts with an optional early morning hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia. Enjoy the sunrise and amazing views of the beautiful countryside with this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. After breakfast we will begin to talk through Paul’s first missionary journey as we pass through the regions of Iconium, Lystra and Debre. Once we arrive in Konya we will enjoy an evening of cultural learning with the Whirling Dervish ceremony.

Hot Air Balloon Ride, Zelve, Pasabag

Ramada Plaza Konya

Hot Air Balloon Ride

Fri Apr 24 • Depart Los Angeles

Jews and Gentiles

Today we leave Konya and continue to follow Paul’s first missionary journey as we head to the ancient city of Pisidia Antoch. Acts 13 sets the scene as Paul and Barnabas preach the gospel to both a Jewish and Gentile crowd. After lunch we will drive to the area of Pamukkale and its therapeutic hot springs while experiencing some of the local Turkish culture as we make our way to our hotel for the next two nights.

Pisidian Antioch

Richmond Pamukkale Thermal

Pisidian Antioch

Sat Apr 25 • Depart Los Angeles

Hot and Cold

Today holds many Biblical teachings and historic locations. Our day unfolds with discussion about the book of Colossians and the ancient city with its cold river running through it as well as Hierapolis and the hot healing sulfur pools within its walls. We will walk the streets of Laodicea and discus the passage from Revelation 3:16 to the church in Laodicea that states because you are lukewarm--neither hot nor cold--I am about to spit you out of my mouth. Our day will end with a chance for people to relax and enjoy time at our hotel and spa.

Hierapolis, Laodicea

Richmond Pamukkale Thermal

Hierapolis

Sun Apr 26 • Depart Los Angeles

God’s Word to the Churches

After breakfast we bid farewell to the warm springs of the Pamukkale region and head west as we continue to learn about the seven churches of Revelation. Today we will visit the sites of Sardis, Pergamum as we unpack the Biblical significance of the letters to the churches in these cities.

Sardis, Pergamum

Berksoy Hotel

Mon Apr 27 • Depart Los Angeles

Satan’s Throne

Today will be our second part to the city of Pergamum which is referred to as Satan’s throne in Revelation 2:13. In the morning we will spend time exploring the acropolis and vast city built on top of a mountain before making our way to the coastal city of Kusadasi. Not far from the port city of Ephesus we will board a boat and sail the Aegean Sea just like travelers form centuries gone by.

Pergamum, Cultural Experience, Ephesus Museum, Evening Cruise on the Aegean

Ramada Resort Kusadasi

Tue Apr 28 • Depart Los Angeles

Ephesus

After breakfast we will visit the magnificent city of Ephesus and explore its ancient streets as well as the famous library and theater. This city is full of Biblical significance as both Paul and John spent time here and we have an entire book of the Bible devoted to the people of this city. After experiencing the Ephesus museum we will enjoy an evening walk alongside the Aegean and a dinner out together before we leave Turkey.

Ephesus, Ephesus Museum, Farewell Dinner

Ramada Resort Kusadasi

Wed Apr 29 • Depart Los Angeles

Travel to Greece

Today is a travel day. After a great breakfast we will say goodbye to our Turkish friends and fly from Izmir Turkey to Athens Greece to continue our Biblical journey and follow the footsteps of Paul.

Izmir to Istanbul on Turkish Flight #2311 departing 9:15am

Istanbul to Athens International on Turkish Flight #1849 departing 1:10pm

Titania Hotel

Thu Apr 30 • Depart Los Angeles

Welcome to Greece

As you wake up you will realize you are in the ancient Greek world. We will start our day exploring and studying the important trade city of Corinth for which Paul writes two books of the Bible. Our afternoon will highlight Greek cuisine with a stop at a famous winery in the region. We will visit the Parthenon with its ancient temples to the goddess Athena while reading the account from Acts 17 where Paul preaches Christ from nearby Mars Hill. Our time in Greece will finish with dinner together as we reflect on our trip and prepare to head back home the following day.

Corinth, Giannikos Winery, Parthenon

Titania Hotel

Corinth

Fri May 1 • Depart Los Angeles