Journey to Greece | April 7-14, 2025
Optional Extension to Rome | April 14-18, 2025
Hosted by: Pastor Tom Hughes & Pastor Bob Probert
Hope for Our Times
Tour Code: TH0425
This customized tour includes:
- 3 hotel/3 cruise night accommodations
- Porterage at both hotel and cruise
- Breakfast & dinner daily, cruise meals
- Deluxe motor coach and driver
- Licensed tour guides
- Tips to driver, guide, and hotel staff
- Round trip airfare from Los Angeles
- Round-trip group airport transfers (within destinations)
- All entrance fees on itinerary, and much more!
4-NIGHT ROME EXTENSION (April 14-18):
Day 1: Exploring the City’s Highlights and Arrival
Greetings and welcome to Rome! Our journey begins with a panoramic city tour, offering you a glimpse of Rome’s iconic landmarks. After the tour, we’ll settle you into the luxurious Metropole Hotel, where you’ll be staying for the next three days. Take this time to relax and prepare for the exciting adventures ahead.
Day 2: Delving into Ancient Rome
Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel. Today’s focus is on immersing ourselves in the history of ancient Rome. We’ll visit the monumental Colosseum, explore the Roman Forum’s historical significance, and enjoy panoramic views from Palatine Hill. In the afternoon, we’ll delve into the history of Mamertine Prison, a place of profound historical significance. Wrap up the day with dinner at the hotel, reflecting on the captivating experiences you’ve had.
Day 3: Unveiling Mysteries Underground and Vatican Marvels
Begin your day with a satisfying breakfast before we explore the catacombs, offering a unique perspective on Rome’s early Christian history. In the afternoon, we head to Vatican City. Our first stop is St. Peter’s Basilica. We’ll then venture into the Vatican Museums, home to an impressive array of art from around the world. The grand finale awaits at the Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s masterful ceiling will leave an indelible impression. As the day winds down, gather for a final dinner to share memories and insights from our Roman adventure.
Day 4: Free Day (and Optional Excursions)
Today, spend time exploring the incredible city of Rome at your leisure. Optional day trip excursions will be available for an additional fee:
- Florence: As we travel through the picturesque Italian countryside, you’ll find yourself transported from the bustling streets of Rome to the Renaissance charm of Florence!
- Pompeii: Embark on a journey that transports you through history to the once-thriving Roman city frozen in time by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
Day 5 Departure: Bidding Farewell
Enjoy your last Italian breakfast at the Metropole Hotel, a prelude to checking out and concluding our journey together. Depart with cherished memories and a deeper understanding of Rome’s rich heritage. Until we meet again, Rome – arrivederci!
Optional Rome Extension includes:
- Flight from Athens to Rome
- 4 hotel night accommodations at the Starhotels Metropole, Rome
- 4 tour days including day of arrival
- Porterage at each hotel
- Breakfast & dinner daily
- Deluxe motor coach and driver
- Licensed tour guides
- Tips to driver, guide, and hotel staff
- and more!
Come enjoy this once in a lifetime opportunity as we follow in the footsteps of Paul. Register online today to reserve your space!
Tour Brochure (with Terms & Conditions, details and itinerary)
Tour Itinerary
- Depart USA on your overnight flight to Athens
- Arrive, transfer to hotel for check-in
- Overnight Wyndham Grand Hotel, Athens
- Acropolis
- Areopague/Mars Hill
- Agora
- Overnight Wyndham Grand Hotel, Athens
- Ancient Corinth/Corinth Canal
- Afternoon free in Athens
- Overnight Wyndham Grand Hotel, Athens
- Cruise embarkation from Athens
- Island of Mykonos
- Overnight, Celestyal Olympia
- Ancient city of Ephesus
- Island of Patmos
- Overnight, Celestyal Olympia
- Island of Crete
- Island of Santorini
- Overnight, Celestyal Olympia
- Disembarkation, Flight home
Rome Extension Group:
- Afternoon flight to Rome
- Catacombs
- Hotel Check-in
- Overnight, Metropole Hotel, Rome
- Colosseum
- Forum
- Palatine Hill
- Mamertine Prison
- Overnight, Metropole Hotel, Rome
- St. Peter’s Basilica
- Vatican Museums
- Sistine Chapel
- Overnight, Metropole Hotel, Rome
Free day to explore / optional excursion (for additional fee):
- Florence
- Pompeii
Overnight Metropole Hotel, Rome
Concludes Rome Extension:
- Flight home
Tour Details
- 3 nights at the Wyndham Grand Hotel in Athens
- 3 nights on the Celestyal Discovery Cruise - Mykonos, Ephesus, Patmos, Crete, Santorini
Rome Extension
- 4 nights at the Starhotels Metropole Hotel in Rome
Hotels subject to change.
via Air Canada (Greece Only)
- Apr. 7: Depart Los Angeles at 7:05 AM, arrive in Toronto at 2:50 PM. Depart Toronto at 6:10 PM and arrive in Athens at 10:55 AM (Apr. 8).
- Apr. 14: Depart Athens at 1:10 PM, arrive in Toronto at 4:55 PM. Depart Toronto at 7:30 PM and arrive back in Los Angeles at 10:05 PM.
via American Airlines (Greece with Rome Ext)
- Apr. 7: Depart Los Angeles at 6:00 AM, arrive in New York City (JFK) at 2:31 PM. Depart New York City (JFK) at 5:55 PM and arrive in Athens at 10:25 AM (Apr. 8).
- Apr. 14 Flight from Athens to Rome - time TBD
- Apr. 18: Depart Rome at 10:10 AM, arrive in Dallas-Fort Worth at 2:40 PM. Depart Dallas-Fort Worth at 5:40 PM and arrive back in Los Angeles at 6:52 PM.
Flights subject to change.
Main Tour Price: $4,189
Land Only Price: $2,789
Single room supplement for main tour: $697
Rome Extension: $2,323 (single supplement +$407)
Payment Plan:
- $500 payment due at registration to reserve your space
- $1500 payment due October 9, 2024
- Remaining balance due January 7, 2025
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance can be purchased through Travelex. Visit our travel insurance page for more information.
Tour Registration
Click on the button below to begin your registration process. You will be able to create an account to manage all of your personal information and tour payments. A $500 deposit will be required upon registration for the tour.
