Turkey
GTI SIGNATURE TOUR

Oct 11-24, 2021

Turkey
GTI SIGNATURE TOUR

Oct 11-24, 2021

Experience Turkey on a GTI Signature Study Tour and you'll see scripture in a new light.

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 Rich Ferreira and Rich Liverance, we'll explore the past and present of Turkey. 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 also enjoy some amazing local hospitality.

Led by Rich Ferreira

General Manager, GTI Tours

After graduating with his Masters in Theology from Talbot Seminary, Rich and his wife Becky began working full-time for Hume Ministries in 2001. Rich’s passions are discipleship and teaching God’s word in a way that brings it alive in today’s world. In his spare time, Rich enjoys leading Israel Study Tours (32 trips and counting), motorcycle riding, off-roading and spending time with his wife, daughters Ellie and Carmel as well as his two sons Jaron and Ronen. In 2016 Rich and his family moved to Michigan to join the GTI staff where he serves as General Manager.

Richard Liverance

Assistant General Manager, GTI Tours

Richard Liverance comes to GTI with an extensive background in biblical and Near Eastern studies as well as faith-based travel. He is a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary and the Master’s Seminary, earning both a Master of Theology in Bible Exposition and a Doctor of Ministry in Expository Preaching. He served as a pastor for 25 years in churches throughout the United States, teaching both Old and New Testament studies. Rich then was privileged to serve the Economic Mission of the State of Israel at the Israeli consulate in Los Angeles, connecting Christian leaders and the travel industry in North America to Israel through the Israel Ministry of Tourism. Most recently, he completed a Masters in Archaeology and Near Eastern Studies at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, and now serves as the Assistant General Manager of GTI Tours.

The Details

Itinerary

Mon Oct 11

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

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Antalya
Tue Oct 12

Istanbul to Antalya on Turkish Flight #2434 departing 8:10pm
Wed Oct 13

Southern Coast

Antalya Harbor, Antalya Museum, Aspendos, Perge

Pisidian Antioch
Thu Oct 14

Central Turkey

Pisidian Antioch
Fri Oct 15

West Central Turkey

Hierapolis, Laodicea
Sat Oct 16

West Central Turkey

Aphrodisias, Philadelphia
Sun Oct 17

West Central Turkey

Sardis, Pergamum
Mon Oct 18

Western Coast

Pergamum, Weaving Center, Evening Cruise on the Aegean
Tue Oct 19

Western Coast

Ephesus, Ephesus Museum, Free Time

Porto Palace
Wed Oct 20

Travel to Greece

Izmir to Istanbul on Turkish Flight #2305 departing 4:15am
Istanbul to Thessaloniki Airport on Turkish Flight #1881 departing 7:05am
Thu Oct 21

Greece

Thessaloniki, Philippi
Fri Oct 22

Greece

Athens, Parthenon, Mars Hill
Thessaloniki Airport to Athens International on Aegean Flight #111 departing 11:30am
Sat Oct 23

Greece

Corinth, Giannikos Winery
Sun Oct 24

Athens International to Istanbul on Turkish Flight #1846 departing 10:15am
Istanbul to Los Angeles on Turkish Flight #009 departing 1:10pm
Mon Oct 11

O'Hare to Istanbul on Turkish Flight #6 departing 9:30pm

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Antalya
Tue Oct 12

Istanbul to Antalya on Turkish Flight #2434 departing 8:10pm
Wed Oct 13

Southern Coast

Antalya Harbor, Antalya Museum, Aspendos, Perge

Pisidian Antioch
Thu Oct 14

Central Turkey

Pisidian Antioch
Fri Oct 15

West Central Turkey

Hierapolis, Laodicea
Sat Oct 16

West Central Turkey

Aphrodisias, Philadelphia
Sun Oct 17

West Central Turkey

Sardis, Pergamum
Mon Oct 18

Western Coast

Pergamum, Weaving Center, Evening Cruise on the Aegean
Tue Oct 19

Western Coast

Ephesus, Ephesus Museum, Free Time

Porto Palace
Wed Oct 20

Travel to Greece

Izmir to Istanbul on Turkish Flight #2305 departing 4:15am
Istanbul to Thessaloniki Airport on Turkish Flight #1881 departing 7:05am
Thu Oct 21

Greece

Thessaloniki, Philippi
Fri Oct 22

Greece

Athens, Parthenon, Mars Hill
Thessaloniki Airport to Athens International on Aegean Flight #111 departing 11:30am
Sat Oct 23

Greece

Corinth, Giannikos Winery
Sun Oct 24

Athens International to Istanbul on Turkish Flight #1846 departing 10:15am
Istanbul to O'Hare on Turkish Flight #5 departing 2:10pm

Flight Details

Mon, Oct 11 2021
Depart Los Angeles at 6:30pm
LAX to IST on tk10
Arrive Istanbul at 5:40pm
Duration: 13 hours 10 minutes
Tue, Oct 12 2021
Depart Istanbul at 8:10pm
IST to AYT on tk2434
Arrive Antalya at 9:20pm
Duration: 01 hours 10 minutes
Wed, Oct 20 2021
Depart Izmir at 4:15am
ADB to IST on tk2305
Arrive Istanbul at 5:30am
Duration: 01 hours 15 minutes
Wed, Oct 20 2021
Depart Istanbul at 7:05am
IST to SKG on tk1881
Arrive Thessaloniki Airport at 8:20am
Duration: 01 hours 15 minutes
Fri, Oct 22 2021
Depart Thessaloniki Airport at 11:30am
SKG to ATH on AEE111
Arrive Athens International at 12:20pm
Duration: 00 hours 50 minutes
Sun, Oct 24 2021
Depart Athens International at 10:15am
ATH to IST on tk1846
Arrive Istanbul at 11:45am
Duration: 01 hours 30 minutes
Sun, Oct 24 2021
Depart Istanbul at 1:10pm
IST to LAX on tk009
Arrive Los Angeles at 4:50pm
Duration: 13 hours 40 minutes
Mon, Oct 11 2021
Depart O'Hare at 9:30pm
ORD to IST on tk6
Arrive Istanbul at 4:10pm
Duration: 10 hours 40 minutes
Tue, Oct 12 2021
Depart Istanbul at 8:10pm
IST to AYT on tk2434
Arrive Antalya at 9:20pm
Duration: 01 hours 10 minutes
Wed, Oct 20 2021
Depart Izmir at 4:15am
ADB to IST on tk2305
Arrive Istanbul at 5:30am
Duration: 01 hours 15 minutes
Wed, Oct 20 2021
Depart Istanbul at 7:05am
IST to SKG on tk1881
Arrive Thessaloniki Airport at 8:20am
Duration: 01 hours 15 minutes
Fri, Oct 22 2021
Depart Thessaloniki Airport at 11:30am
SKG to ATH on AEE111
Arrive Athens International at 12:20pm
Duration: 00 hours 50 minutes
Sun, Oct 24 2021
Depart Athens International at 10:15am
ATH to IST on tk1846
Arrive Istanbul at 11:45am
Duration: 01 hours 30 minutes
Sun, Oct 24 2021
Depart Istanbul at 2:10pm
IST to ORD on tk5
Arrive O'Hare at 5:35pm
Duration: 11 hours 25 minutes

Payment Details

Why GTI Tours?

All Inclusive

More than simply a statement about pricing, “All Inclusive” describes GTI’s holistic approach to facilitating purposeful travel and experiential learning in cooperation with our Ministry Partners.

Biblically Focused

Your tour leader, study materials, and even itinerary are biblically focused, creating a journey that will draw you more deeply into God’s Word with each step you take.

Experiential Itinerary

Each stop on your itinerary is selected because it provides an experience than brings meaning and emotional significance to the information you will be learning.

All Expenses Covered

There’s no need to worry about wasting time and money haggling or being surprised by hidden costs. Except for souvenirs and optional upgrades, every part of your trip is covered.

Online Registration

Our secure online payment and registration system allows for payment plans and reminders, easy passport and document uploads, and confidence that your money and information is safe.

Online Tour Journal

Friends and family can receive daily updates of text, photos, audio, and video from you and other participants to keep up with where you are and what you’re learning via the GTI Online Tour Journal.

Backpacks and Gear

We take care of everything so you can stay focused during your Study Tour, including providing you with a hydration backpack, study guide, passport/ticket carrier, and even a flashlight (when the trip calls for it).

Local Guides & Drivers

We have spent years developing relationships with experienced guides and drivers because they are an integral part of a study tour. And if you already have a trusted guide/driver you prefer that’s ok too!

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