Each year, we travel to one or more biblically significant parts of the world. We learn about, and walk in the footsteps of Jesus, the apostles, Old Testament heroes, and church leaders who have shaped the Christian world that we know today.
Among others, we've explored the countries of Israel, Turkey, Jordan and Italy, as well as many cities found in the book of Acts, the Epistles, and Revelation—such as Athens, Corinth, Ephesus, Rome, Patmos, Sardis and Laodicea. We've visited the ancient sites of Pompeii (Italy) and Petra (Jordan), and toured Egypt, the UK, Germany & Switzerland (Reformation Tours).
The Biblical Study Tours also feature great fellowship with believers from all over the world, as well as teaching, insights and perspectives from Douglas and various experts who assist in leading these tours. Each tour is educational, inspirational & emotionally bonding! Many who have taken part in one tour are eager participants on another.
Following are the next three tours.
ANTIOCH SEMINAR 2026
(1st Missionary Journey)
Click the image for information on this seminar—as well as for information on the June pre-tour and post-tour.
GREECE & TURKEY 2026
BIBLICAL STUDY TOUR
The Biblical Study Tour, which has taken place since the 1990s, brings us to the fascinating lands of the Bible. In October 2026 we will visit Greece and Turkey—and the biblical sites of Athens, Corinth, Ephesus, Miletus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Colossae, Hierapolis, and Laodicea. The tour will be led by Douglas Jacoby and Paul Copan.
For those who would like to want to explore the amazing city of Istanbul, a 3-day post-tour is also available. Click HERE.
ITINERARY: MAIN TOUR
Sat 3 Oct—Arrive Athens Airport – Meet and transfer to hotel.
Sun 4 Oct—Athens Acropolis, Areopagus, Agora. Museum. Overnight at Divani Palace Acropolis.
Mon 5 Oct—Full day trip to Corinth. Return / overnight Athens.
Tue 6 Oct—Day tour to Thebes or Marathon or Sounion. Dinner at Strofi Restaurant. Overnight Athens.
Wed 7 Oct—Free morning. Afternoon flight to Izmir, flight. Upon arrival to Izmir, bus transfer to Kusadasi. Overnight Kusadasi.
Thu 8 Oct—Ephesus, Basilica of John, Museum. Overnight Kusadasi.
Fri 9 Oct—Pergamum & Smyrna Agora. Overnight Kusadasi.
Sat 10 Oct—Miletus & Didyma. Overnight Kusadasi.
Sun 11 Oct—Colossae, Laodicea. Overnight in Pamukkale (Hierapolis).
Mon 12 Oct—Optional balloon trip, early morning. Visit Hierapolis. Drive to Izmir. Farewell dinner at restaurant on the water.
Tue 13 Oct—Transfer to Izmir Airport
THE MAIN TOUR IS NOW 67% FULL—16 PLACES REMAINING
ITINERARY: ISTANBUL POST-TOUR
PLENTY OF ROOM ON THE POST-TOUR
Tue 13 Oct—Fly to Istanbul. Check in to hotel, explore the city (free day).
Wed 14 Oct—Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Archaeology Museum, Hagia Irene.
Thu 15 Oct—Chora Church, Greek Orthodox Patriarchate, Galata Tower, Bosphorus Boat Tour.
Fri 16 Oct–Transfer to Istanbul Airport – END.
PRICING
Price/person, sharing double room
(The single room supplement is $900, and $300 for the post-tour.)
MAIN TOUR
Deposit—$300
Standard payment (in full) – 1 Oct 2025-31 Mar 2026 $3520
Later payment (in full)—after 1 April 2026 $3645
ISTANBUL POST TOUR (optional)
Deposit—$150
Payment (in full) – 1 Oct 2025-31 Mar 2026 $1340
Later payment (in full)—after 1 April 2026 $1385
Prices include all breakfasts and dinners, as well as flights Athens-Izmir (for the main tour) and Izmir-Istanbul (for the post-tour)
Payment may be made by Bank wire (extra wire fee), credit card (+2.5%), US check, UK cheque, Venmo, PayPal (+2.5%), or Western Union. Just send me an email if you would like to pay the deposit (or pay in full). dj@douglasjacoby.com.
For trip insurance ideas, click here.
REQUIRED INFORMATION
Everyone on the BST should send in the following details:
- Full legal name (as it appears on your passport)
- The name you would like to appear on your name badge (first name and surname).
- Gender
- Your country or countries of citizenship.
- Passport number
- Passport expiration date. Your passport must have at least 6 months remaining (past date of end of tour).
- Your birthday: day, month, and year
- Please also send us the name of the city and nation where you reside.
- If you are signing up for another person, be sure to include his/her email address.
CANCELLATION POLICY
for October 2026 BST
Before 31 February 2026—100% of balance and 90% of deposit refundable
Before 1 April 2026—100% of balance (only) refundable
By 1 June 2026—80% of balance...
By 1 August—50%
By 1 September—40%
After 1 September 2026—no refunds
TURKEY OCTOBER 2027
NORTH RIVER CHURCH OF CHRIST TOUR
For details, please email Jeff Hickman at hickman.jeff@gmail.com
TRAVEL ADVICE from Faith Ventures, in their useful article, "How Can I Prevent Lost Luggage?"
1. Use a Unique Luggage Tag: Attach a distinctive luggage tag to your bags with your name, phone number, and email address. Consider adding a unique identifier, such as a colorful ribbon or sticker, to make your luggage easily recognizable.
2. Double-Check Your Tags: Ensure the airline's luggage tag matches your destination. Mistakes can happen, so a quick check can prevent your bag from ending up in the wrong place.
3. Keep a Packing List: Maintain a list of the items packed in each bag. This can help you quickly identify missing items if your luggage is delayed or lost and can be useful when filing a claim with your travel insurance.
4. Arrive Early: Give yourself plenty of time at the airport to check in and drop off your luggage. Rushed handling can increase the likelihood of misplaced bags.
5. Avoid Tight Connections: When booking flights, try to avoid tight layovers. A short connection increases the risk of your luggage not making it onto your next flight.
6. Use GPS Trackers: Consider placing a small GPS tracker in your luggage. These devices can help you locate your bag if it goes missing and can provide peace of mind during your travels.
7. Secure Your Luggage: Use locks or zip ties to secure your bags. This can deter theft and prevent your luggage from accidentally opening during transit.
8. Pack Essentials in Your Carry-On: Always pack essential items, such as medications, a change of clothes, and important documents, in your carry-on bag. This ensures you have necessities on hand if your checked luggage is delayed.
9. Photograph Your Luggage: Take photos of your bags and their contents before you travel. In the event your luggage is lost, these photos can be helpful for identification and when making an insurance claim.
10. Label Inside and Out: Place a label with your contact information inside your luggage in case the external tags are lost or damaged.
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Among others, we've explored the countries of Israel, Turkey, Jordan and Italy, as well as many cities found in the book of Acts, the Epistles, and Revelation such as Ephesus, Rome, Patmos, Sardis and Laodicea. We've visited the ancient sites of Pompeii (Italy) and Petra (Jordan). The Biblical Study Tours also feature great fellowship with believers from all over the world, as well as teaching, insights and perspectives from Douglas and various experts who assist in leading these tours. Each tour is educational, inspirational & emotionally bonding! Many who have taken part in one tour are eager participants on another.
