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Well come join us for a great tour of Biblical and Christian sites in Italy and Turkey.\u00a0 We still have about 10 or so seats left.\u00a0 \u00a0Here\u2019s the outline:<\/p>\n
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ITALY & THE SEVEN CHURCHES OF REVELATION<\/p>\n
TOUR HOST: DR. BEN WITHERINGTON III<\/p>\n
MAY 23 \u2013 JUNE 6, 2025<\/p>\n
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Tour Itinerary:<\/p>\n
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May 23 Fri DEPART NEW YORK<\/p>\n
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May 24 Sat ARRIVE ROME<\/p>\n
Arrival of the group to Rome International Airport. Meeting and assistance at airport by English-speaking assistant. Transfer to hotel for Check-in. Dinner & Overnight at hotel in Rome.<\/p>\n
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May 25 Sun POMPEII \u2013 HERCULANEUM \u2013 NAPLES- ROME<\/p>\n
08:00am Meet your English-speaking guide at your hotel and start a full day tour. Visit Pompeii (4 hours). 12:30am Drive to Herculaneum for visiting the archeological area. Drive back to Rome for dinner and overnight.<\/p>\n
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May 26 Mon ROME 08:30am Meet your English speaking guide and driver at your hotel. Transfer to the ancient part of the city centre and start a full day walking tour. Visit: Trajan\u2019s Column, Tullianum\/Mamertine Prison, Arch of Constantine, Palatine Hill, Arch of Titus, Roman Forum, Flavian Amphitheater\/ Colosseum, Basilica San Pietro in Vincoli, Domus Aurea. 4:30pm End of the guided tour. Free time for individual exploration. 7:30pm Dinner and overnight in Rome.<\/p>\n
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May 27 Tue ROME 09:00am Meet your English speaking guide and driver at your hotel and start a full day tour. Visit the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella, Circus and Villa of Maxentius, Catacombs of St. Sebastian in the morning. Pompeii Ostia Church of Saint Paul Outside the Walls Then visit St. Paul\u2019s Gate, Church of Saint Paul Outside the Walls, Tre Fontane church and Mithraeum of Basilica San Clemente in the afternoon. 5:00pm. End of the guided tour. Transfer back to your hotel. 7:30pm Dinner and overnight in Rome.<\/p>\n
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May 28 Wed ROME \u2013 ORVIETO \u2013 ROME 08:30 am Meet your Guide. Bus or train to Orvieto for full day tour. Return to Rome for dinner and overnight.<\/p>\n
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May 29 Thu ROME 09:00am Meet your English speaking guide and start a half day walking tour. Visit Vatican Museum and Pio Christian Museum, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter\u2019s Basilica in the morning. Visit Vatican Necropolis. Remainder of Day Free. 7:30 pm Dinner and overnight in Rome.<\/p>\n
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May 30 Fri ROME \u2013 OSTIA \u2013 ROME 08:30am Meet your English speaking guide and walk to the Metro. Move to Ostia for visiting the archeological area of Ancient Ostia. 1:00pm End of the guided tour. Go back by Metro to Rome. Free time. 7:30pm Dinner and overnight in Rome.<\/p>\n
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May 31 Sat ROME AIRPORT \u2013 FLY IZMIR<\/p>\n
Transfer to Rome Airport. Fly Izmir. Arrive Izmir Airport \u2013 Our representative will meet you at Izmir Airport with a \u201cTUTKU\u201d sign. Transfer to Hotel in Izmir. 19:00-20:00 Dinner at hotel.<\/p>\n
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Jun 1 Sun SMYRNA<\/p>\n
Visit new Archaeology Museum in Izmir, new St Policarp Center, Smyrna Agora and Christian graffiti. Return to hotel. Seafood Dinner at local restaurant.<\/p>\n
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Jun 2 Mon EPHESUS TOUR \u2013 IZMIR<\/p>\n
Visit Ephesus archaeological site, Terrace Houses, Basilica of John. Archaeology Museum. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Izmir.<\/p>\n
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Jun 3 Tue PERGAMUM & THYATIRA TOUR<\/p>\n
Visit Pergamum Acropolis, Red Basilica, and Thyatira Church. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Izmir.<\/p>\n
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Jun 4 Wed SARDIS \u2013 PHILADELPHIA \u2013 HIERAPOLIS \u2013 PAMUKKALE<\/p>\n
Sardis tour; Gymnasium, Synagogue and the Temple of Artemis. Drive to Ala\u015fehir, Philadelphia tour: Church of St. John. Continue to Hierapolis and tour. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Pamukkale.<\/p>\n
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Jun 5 Thu PAMUKKALE \u2013 LAODICEA \u2013 IZMIR<\/p>\n
Visit Laodicea and it new restored church. Drive to Izmir for Farewell Dinner.<\/p>\n
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Jun 6 Fri TRANSFER TO IZM\u0130R A\u0130RPORT FOR DEPARTURE \u2013 FLY BACK TO NEW YORK \u2013 END<\/p>\n
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LAND & AIR: $6,490 Per person in Double Room<\/p>\n
$1,350 Single Room Supplement<\/p>\n
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INCLUDING:<\/p>\n
\u2022 Roundtrip international air fare between New York-Rome, and Izmir-New York<\/p>\n
\u2022 Rome \u2013 Izmir flight (separate ticket)<\/p>\n
\u2022 7 nights stay in Rome, Mama Shelter Hotel or similar;<\/p>\n
\u2022 4 nights stay in Izmir, Movenpick Hotel Izmir or similar;<\/p>\n
\u2022 1 night stay in Pamukkale, Doga Thermal Hotel or similar;<\/p>\n
\u2022 1 night stay in Izmir, Movenpick Hotel Izmir or similar;<\/p>\n
\u2022 Daily open buffet breakfasts<\/p>\n
\u2022 13 dinners including water;<\/p>\n
\u2022 Transportation by private bus according to the program<\/p>\n
\u2022 English-speaking guide during all tours<\/p>\n
\u2022 Entrance fees to the sites and museums according program;<\/p>\n
\u2022 Whisper Headsets in Italy and Turkey<\/p>\n
\u2022 City taxes in Italy and Turkey<\/p>\n
\u2022 Service charges and local taxes<\/p>\n
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EXCLUDING:<\/p>\n
\u2022 Lunches and drinks<\/p>\n
\u2022 Tips to drivers and guides<\/p>\n
\u2022 Travel and Health Insurances<\/p>\n
\u2022 Any other services not included above.<\/p>\n
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PAYMENT PROCEDURE:<\/p>\n
Deposit : $200 per person on December 2, 2024 Refundable until March 1, 2025.<\/p>\n
Full Payment : March 1, 2025<\/p>\n
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Land and Air Cancellation Policy:<\/p>\n
Cancellations made before 60 days of departure: Full refund<\/p>\n
Cancellations made within 45 days of departure: 75% refund<\/p>\n
Cancellations made within 30 days of departure: 50% refund<\/p>\n
Cancellations made within 15 days of departure: 25% refund<\/p>\n
Cancellations made within 14 days of departure: No refund<\/p>\n
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In addition to the above cancellation policy, we charge a 5% processing fee for all refunds, no matter the date of cancellation. This fee is necessary to cover the costs associated with processing refunds, including bank fees and administrative expenses. We understand that sometimes travel plans change, and we appreciate your understanding of this policy.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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