In the Footsteps of St. Paul: A Spiritual Odyssey of Western Anatolia

A Private 3-Day Faith and Discovery Journey by Tuncher Prive

This is more than a tour; it is an invitation to a personal journey through the lands where history-altering letters were penned and the echoes of the first believers still resonate. Follow the footprints of St. Paul across Anatolia, where profound spiritual heritage meets the pinnacle of luxury and comfort.

Day 1: Ephesus and the Assembly of Apostles

A Journey into the Heart of Early Christianity

St. Paul spent three of the most critical years of his missionary life in Ephesus. Today, we touch the very stones that once echoed with his voice.

• The Ancient City of Ephesus: Witness history at the massive Great Theatre, the site of the famous silversmiths’ riot described in Acts 19.

• Terrace Houses (Exclusive Visit): Explore the best-preserved villas of the ancient world to understand the social hierarchy and lifestyle of Ephesians during Paul’s era.

• Basilica of St. John: A moment of reflection at the eternal resting place of the “Beloved Disciple.”

• House of the Virgin Mary: Conclude the day at this serene sanctuary, perfect for prayer and meditation away from the crowds.

• Accommodation: An exquisite sunset stay in Kuşadası.

Day 2: Miletus and the Emotional Farewell

Tears and Faith by the Aegean Shore

Relive the poignant moments when Paul met with his friends for the last time on his way to Jerusalem.

• Miletus: Stand on the exact spot where Paul delivered one of history’s most moving farewell speeches to the Ephesian elders (Acts 20).

• The Ancient Harbor: We blend the stories of the past with the Aegean breeze at the very quay where Paul boarded his ship.

• Temple of Apollo (Didyma): Once the largest oracular center of the ancient world, challenged by Paul’s teachings. Here, you will witness the grand transition of faith amidst colossal columns.

Day 3: Pergamon and Thyatira (Akhisar)

From the Seven Churches to Ancient Healing

We journey north to the cities of the Seven Churches of Revelation, where Paul’s influence profoundly shaped the early church.

• Pergamon: While gazing at the Roman Imperial power from the heights of the Acropolis, we will also explore the mysteries of ancient medicine at the Asclepieion.

• Thyatira (Akhisar): A journey to the roots of Lydia, the “Seller of Purple,” the first person Paul baptized in Europe (Philippi).

• Farewell Dinner: A curated gastronomic experience on the İzmir Kordon, reflecting on the three-day transformation of the Aegean from Paganism to Christianity.

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