Join University Methodist's Private Group Travel Course
Experience the lands of the Bible firsthand on this immersive eleven-day journey through Patmos and Türkiye.
PRIVATE GROUP COURSES
A Unique Bible Lands Experience For University Methodist Church
Explore the Seven Cities of the Apocalypse on an immersive eleven-day journey through Patmos and Türkiye.
Walk the island where John received his vision, visit the seven cities of Revelation, and read on-site the messages of Christ to the churches that resided there.
The landscapes and imagery used by book of Revelation will gain depth and meaning, enriching your understanding of God's work. Traveling in Türkiye and Patmos, you'll study Scripture on site and gain insights that can strengthen your spiritual life and ministry for years to come.
Interested? Contact the Group Leader
To join this course, please contact Debbie Vignes. She will send you the necessary details to register to join this group.
Course Dates
May 18 - 28, 2027
Course Cost Per Person
Pricing includes meals, housing, transportation, course materials, and tips. Does not include airfare.
| Double Occupancy Hotel Room | $3,995 |
| Single Occupancy Hotel Room | $4,995 |
There is a $500 registration fee due per person, paid as a group by your group leader, and the remaining balance is due by the final payment deadline: January 28, 2027.
Important Dates
| Registration Deadline | January 18, 2027 |
| Final Payment Deadline | January 28, 2027 |
| Arrival Day | May 18, 2027 |
| Departure Day | May 28, 2027 |
The Details
Sample Itinerary*
Day 1: Arrival Day and Meeting at Istanbul Airport (overnight in Bodrum)
Day 2: Exploration Day on the Isle of Patmos and Dinner with Island View at Loza (overnight on Patmos)
Day 3: Cave of the Apocalypse and Monastery of St. John the Theologian Field Studies and Dinner with Greek Dancing at Aloni (overnight on Patmos)
Day 4: Morning Lecture on Patmos and Afternoon Ferry to Bodrum (overnight in Kusadasi)
Day 5: Ephesus Field Study and Fireside with Pastor Zekai Tanyar (overnight in Kusadasi)
Day 6: Exploration Day in Kusadasi (overnight in Kusadasi)
Day 7: Colossae and Laodicea Field Studies (overnight in Pamukkale)
Day 8: Thyatira and Pergamum Field Studies
Day 9: Hierapolis, Travertines, Philadelphia, and Sardis Field Studies (overnight in Izmir)
Day 10: Smyrna Agora Field Study
Day 11: Departure Day from Izmir
*All itineraries are subject to change due to logistical
reasons or the preference of the instructor or group leader.
Your final course itinerary will be presented to you upon arrival.
Important Information
JUC’s program is academically and physically rigorous, including up to twelve hour days in the field or longer. The field studies involve hours of walking, standing, and several hikes (although some are optional). There are usually opportunities to sit throughout the day and plenty of time on the bus. However, students should expect an intensely physical program and plan to sweat.
We take the safety of our students with the utmost seriousness and have a proven track record of operating for over 60 years in the Holy Land. Click here for detailed information about how JUC handles local issues related to safety and prepares students to do the same.
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