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Pilgrimage to Italy & the Vatican.Tours to Italy from the USA.Favor Travel Tours ITINERARY DATES & PRICING Pilgrimage to Italy & the Vatican | 2024 Wednesday, November 6, 2024 10 days / 8 nights PRICE / PERSON: 4,598 $ BOOK DEPARTURE DATE PRICE / PERSON Wednesday, November 6, 2024 $4598 BOOK Join us on a Pilgrimage to Assisi & Rome in the Footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi, starting at $3698 from New York, NY, departing on dates below. You will see Assisi, the Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels, the Church and Convent of St. Damiano, the Papal Basilica of St Francis, the Basilica of St. Clare, Rome, Forum, Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, the Vatican, the Sistine Chapel, Vatican’s Museums, St. Peter’s Basilica, Pantheon, Basilica of Saint Paul, Catacombs of Callixtus, San Sebastian, Shrine of Our Lady of Divine Love, and more. Download Brochure All-inclusive PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDES: All Inclusive Pricing First Class Hotels Breakfast and Dinner Daily Deluxe A/C Motor Coaches Fuel Surcharges and Gov't Taxes Entrance and Program Fees Live Audio Headsets Guided Tours International Airfare from NY Overseas Airport Transfers Study Guide Gratuities Hotel Gratuities BOOK Proposed Itinerary : DAY 1 Your Italian adventure begins as you depart on your international flight. DAY 2 Your guide will greet you and escort you to your motorcoach for your drive through the countryside to Turin (Torino) for dinner and overnight. (D) DAY 3 Enjoy a tour of Turin today, including a stop at the Palatine Gate from Roman Times. You walk through the Cathedral where the Shroud of Turin is kept. in the Chapel of the Holy Shroud. You will spend time in the Piazza Castello and see such buildings as the Savoy Royal House while walking there. This afternoon you will drive to Pisa for Overnight. Dinner on own in the city. (B) DAY 4 This morning you can take your photo in front of the famous Leaning Tower. This 180-foot round tower is over 10 degrees out of perpendicular. The tower began to lean during its construction in 1173 and corrective efforts failed. You will visit the Duomo next door, before heading to Florence. After lunch, you’ll see the Piazza della Signoria with its Neptune Fountain and Vecchio Palace, the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral which houses Michelangelo’s unfinished Pietá, the Baptistry which features Ghiberti’s famous Gates of Paradise and the Academy where you can view some of Michelangelo’s finished and unfinished work, including the awe-inspiring David. Check in to your hotel in Assisi for a later dinner and overnight. (B, D) DAY 5 This morning you will wake up to the atmospheric sounds of chapel bells, cobblestone footsteps and a tangible spirit of St Francis preserved within the walls of this holy town. In the morning you will visit the lower city. The Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels stands at the foot of the hill of Assisi over the Porziuncola - Saint Francis’ Church given him by the Benedictine monks. The Church and Convent of St. Damiano is where in 1205, Saint Francis received his calling to “Rebuild My Church”. Saint Claire will later lead her Order of the Poor Ladies from here until her death in 1253. This afternoon, you will walk to the Papal Basilica of St Francis, the mother church of the Franciscan Order and burial place of St Francis. This Basilica which was begun in 1228 is built on the side of a hill and comprises an Upper and Lower church. These are decorated with numerous frescoes by late medieval painters including Giotto. Celebrate Mass here. Return to your hotel. Dinner on your own this evening. (B) DAY 6 Daily Itinerary After breakfast you will begin your journey to Rome. In route, stop in Greccio to visit the Sanctuary. Set within the rock like an eagle’s nest, the Greccio hermitage is an extraordinary fusion of architecture and nature. The Sanctuary is famous because Saint Francis of Assisi chose it as the backdrop to one of the highest and most lyrical moments in his life: the first recreation of the Bethlehem Nativity in Christianity on Christmas Eve, 1223. Upon your arrival to Rome, enjoy a visit to the Forum and the Colosseum, once the heart of ancient Rome and a place of martyrdom for the early saints. You will explore the romance of Rome as you stop at the famous Trevi Fountain. Legend says those who toss a coin into the fountain will one day return to Rome to toss another into the waters of Trevi. Check in to your hotel for dinner and overnight. (B, D) DAY 7 Enjoy a guided tour of the Vatican’s Museums and Sistine Chapel. Built by connecting portions of the old Papal residence with newer structures, the museum houses a world-renowned collection of art and antiquities. Michelangelo painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel between 1508 and 1512, and later painted The Last Judgment between 1535 and 1541 for Popes Clement VII and Paul III. The primary function of the chapel is the Papal Conclave, providing the place where the College of Cardinals of the church gathers to select a new Pope. Then walk through St. Peter’s Basilica and celebrate Mass here. The present structure completed in 1590 was built over the Byzantine and Middle Ages structures that marked the tomb of Saint Peter. There are more than 100 tombs within the basilica, including most recently Saint John Paul II. Finish the day at the Pantheon, built by Marcus Agrippa during the reign of Augustus (27 BC to 14 AD). Emperor Hadrian rebuilt it around 126 AD. The building was given to Pope Boniface IV who converted it into a church - Saint Mary and the Martyrs (Santa Maria Rotunda). Mass continues to be celebrated here. (B) DAY 8 After breakfast, enjoy the opportunity to join in prayer with Pope Francis and receive his greeting, blessing and prayers. Begin your afternoon with a visit to the Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran. Six Popes are entombed here. Next door is the Holy Staircase (Scala Santa), brought from Pilate’s Palace in Jerusalem by Saint Helena in the 4th Century. Climbing the stairs on your knees is a devotion that many pilgrims perform, and a plenary indulgence is granted for completing this feat. Next is the Basilica of Saint Lawrence Outside the Walls (San Lorenzo). Saint Lawrence was one of the first seven deacons of Rome, martyred in 258. The Church is built next to catacombs that lead down to his grave. The relics of Saints Justin Martyr and Stephen are also enshrined here. Continue your pilgrim journey to the Basilica of Saint Mary Major (Maria Maggiore). This is the largest Marian church in Rome. Its construction began after the Council of Ephesus in 431 proclaimed that Mary was the Mother of God. Saint Jerome, translator of the Bible into the Latin Vulgate, is buried here. Celebrate Mass in one of the Churches here. (B) DAY 9 This morning begins your final day of pilgrimage at the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls. The present structure stands over the place where Constantine built the first church over Saint Paul’s grave. The church features a portrait of every Pope that has served the church, with the face of Pope Francis I illuminated as the present pontiff. Step beneath the surface into the Catacombs of Callixtus, built along the Appian Way. Here 16 Popes from the 2nd through 4th Centuries were interred, though they have been removed to various churches over the centuries. San Sebastian Outside the Walls is another of the seven Pilgrimage churches, built over the Catacombs of Saint Sebastian. The remains of Peter and Paul were temporarily protected here during the Valerian Persecution of 258. Our seventh and final pilgrimage stop is the Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem. Saint Helena brought Passion relics here, and the floor was covered with soil from Jerusalem. Relics here include the index finger of Thomas that touched the wounds of Christ after His resurrection, and a piece of the Good Thief’s Cross. Those who want to complete the seven-church pilgrimage as declared by Saint John Paul II in 2000 can continue to one more stop at Shrine of Our Lady of Divine Love. Here a pilgrim pursued by dogs appealed to Our Lady and she intervened for his safety. Pilgrims began to frequent the site and a chapel was built here in 1745. Celebrate Mass in one of the churches. (B, D) DAY 10 Return home with memories of the people and places of Assisi and Rome or continue with an extension to the San Giovanni Rotundo. Enhance Your Journey San Giovanni Rotundo and Pompeii - starting from $1599 5-Days | Starting at $1,599* Day 10 - Tivoli / San Giovanni Rotundo Depart Rome and travel to Tivoli, the resort villas of Roman emperors and others who sought to escape the crowds of Rome. This afternoon, travel to San Giovanni Rotundo for dinner and overnight. (B, D) Day 11 - San Giovanni Rotondo – Padre Pio – Mount St. Angelo Visit the Padre Pío Pilgrimage Church, erected in 2004, and walk the Way of the Cross on the forested hillside nearby. This afternoon, we will continue to Mount St. Angelo. The Sanctuary of Mount St. Angelo was built in the 13th Century by Charles of Anjou. The archangel Michael has appeared here in 490, 492, and 1656 consecrating the shrine and sacred cave. You’ll have time for reflection and prayer, before returning to your hotel for overnight. Dinner is on your own this evening. (B) Day 12 - San Giovanni Rotundo / Sorrento This morning you will attend Mass at one of the churches here. After lunch, travel to Sorrento for dinner and overnight. (B, D) Day 13 - Pompeii / Rome You will visit the spectacular ruins in Pompeii, which were covered by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 AD. The city remained buried and undiscovered for almost 1500 years until excavation began in 1748. These excavations continue today and provide insight into life during the Roman Empire. Continue to Rome for your overnight stay. Dinner is on your own this evening. (B) Day 14 - Return to the USA Transfer to the airport for your return to the USA. Guests taking an extension may be on a different flight than their group and/or traveling companion. *The trip will take place in case of a group of 16 people * * The route, as well as the order of visiting places, may be changed due to quarantine restrictions, as well as for safety reasons or due to the weather, road repair work etc. Reviews

9-Day Greece & Italy Tour from the USA with Favor Travel Tours Discover the wonders of Greece and Italy with a 9-day all-inclusive tour from the USA. Explore the ancient ruins of Athens, relax on the beautiful islands of Santorini and Mykonos, and visit iconic landmarks in Rome, Florence, and Venice. Book your dream tour to Greece and Italy today with Favor Travel Tours and experience the perfect blend of history, culture, and beauty! ITINERARY DATES & PRICING 9 Day All Inclusive Greece & Italy Tour 2026 FEB 13 - FEB 21, 2026 9 days / 7 nights PRICE / PERSON: 5,299 $ BOOK DEPARTURE DATE PRICE / PERSON FEB 13 - FEB 21, 2026 $5,299.00 Tour Number: 260217MTI BOOK DEPARTURE DATE PRICE / PERSON APR 10 - APR 18, 2026 $5,499.00 Tour Number: 250417MTI BOOK DEPARTURE DATE NOV 06 - NOV 14, 2026 Tour Number: 251117MTI PRICE / PERSON $5,499.00 BOOK All-inclusive PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDES: Handpicked Hotels Entrance Fees Guided Tours Gratuities & Tips Deluxe A/C Buses Portable Listening Devices Fuel Surcharges Buffet Breakfasts & Dinners International Airfare BOOK Download Brochure Day by Day ITINERARY DAY 1 New York, Istanbul Tour members are welcomed for our departing flight to Istanbul via wide-body aircraft arriving the next day. Meals served on board. DAY 2 Athens This morning we arrive in Istanbul and transfer to our flight to Athens.This afternoon we arrive in Athens and be met and transferred to our hotel for check in. Dinner and overnight at our hotel. DAY 3 Athens, Corinth This morning we start our tour of Athens by visiting the important modern and archaeological sites in the city of Athens, the Acropolis and neighboring monuments. While driving through the main streets of Athens, we have an opportunity to see other places of interest such as the University, the Academy, the National Library, the Temple of Zeus, the Panathenian Stadium, Omonia Square, Constitution Square and the Royal Palace. This afternoon we drive along the coastal road to Corinth. Continue along the wonderful beach of Kinetta, make a brief stop at the Corinth Canal, then on to ancient Corinth to visit the Museum, the Bema of St. Paul, the Doric Temple of Apollo, the Askeleion, Agora, Lechaion Road, and the Peirene Fountain. Return to our hotel for dinner overnight. DAY 4 This morning we board our bus and begin our journey to Mycenae. The Mycenaean’s were fierce warriors and great engineers who designed and built remarkable bridges, fortification walls, and beehive-shaped tombs, all employing Cyclopean masonry and elaborate drainage and irrigation systems. Their palatial centers, “Mycenae rich in gold” and “sandy Pylos,” are immortalized in Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey. This afternoon drive to Patras port to board our ferry to Bari, Italy. Dinner and overnight on the ferry. DAY 5 This morning we will disembark our ship and head to Foro Appio and Tres Tabernaes – Three Taverns, still on the Appian Way, you reach Pozzuoli. This is the same port where Paul landed…and after one day the south wind blew, and we came the next day to Puteoli. (Acts 28:13). This afternoon we visit the area of the sea-port and the Roman Amphitheater in order to get a sense of what Paul experienced once he arrived on the mainland of the “Roman Empire”. Check into our hotel for dinner and overnight. DAY 6 Pompeii, Minturno, Foro Appio This morning we go to Pompeii, and have an archeological journey through the ancient city. Pompeii, which was buried under a layer of ash and pumice by a sudden eruption of Mount Vesuvius in the year 79 A.D., is a town whose daily life of the Imperial Age has been petrified. It is as if it were under a spell in its gestures, secrets and in the panic felt by its inhabitants during its last moments. Visiting the “frozen city” creates a feeling similar to that experienced by Paul when he walked through similar streets from his time. Then we will visit the houses, shops, temples, squares, streets and also the “Lupanare” (which was a brothel with its frescos showing erotic scenes) and the “Suburbane Therm” (with erotic frescoes, among which the only saffico-picture of the Roman world). Now you understand the anger of Paul shouting aloud against corruption and perdition of the Romans. Romans 1, 26…. For this cause God gave them up unto vile affections: for even their women did change the natural use into that which is against nature. From Pompeii we go to Minturno, then to Foro Appio for a typical dinner and overnight. DAY 7 Foro Appio, Tres Tabernae, Rome After breakfast we will have time to meditate on Paul. This was a swamp when Paul arrived here. Stand by the river, full of historical and spiritual meanings. Foro Appio, at “Mansio Hotel” is located in the same place where an ancient Roman “posta” (place where travelers could rest and change their tired horses before continuing their journey). This might be the place where the Sacred Writings remind us of the meeting of Paul with the Christian Communities Acts 28:14 (…”And so we came to Rome. The brothers there had heard that we were coming and they traveled as far as the Forum of Appius and the Three Taverns to meet us.”) Depart Foro Appio late in the morning and travel towards Rome, stopping a few minutes at the Church of St. Paul (built in the place where he met the Christian Community) of TRES TABERNE – Three Taverns …and so we went toward Rome. (Acts 28:14.) Then we will continue to Rome. We arrive in Rome in the late morning. In the afternoon we will visit the Roman Forum, Colosseum and Mamertine Prison, where Paul was held. Check into our hotel for dinner and overnight. DAY 8 Rome, Vatican City, Catacombs, St. Paul's This morning we visit the Vatican Museum and Gallery (and if time permits Raphael’s Rooms with their wonderful frescoes) the Sistine Chapel – where Michelangelo’s recently restored masterpieces adorn the ceilings and walls – and Pincio Garden. We continue into St.Peter’s Basilica and view Vatican City. This afternoon we visit St. Paul’s Basilica Outside the Walls and the Church of St. Peter in Chains with the famed statue of Moses by Michelangelo. We visit the Old Appian Way and the Catacombs of St. Calixtus, then returnto our hotel for dinner. DAY 9 Rome, USA We will be taken to the airport for our flight home. with memories to cherish always. Day by Day PRE-TOUR: NORTHERN GREECE DAY 1 USA / Istanbul Tour members are welcomed for our departing flight to Istanbul via wide-body aircraft arriving the next day. Meals served on board. DAY 2 Istanbul / Thessaloniki Today we arrive at Thessaloniki, named after Alexander the Great’s sister. The city features prominently in the New Testament, at which time this provincial capital was considered a world cultural center. This community was the center of Paul’s activities in Northern Greece. It is where he preached and founded a church, and he wrote two epistles to the people of Thessaloniki (Acts 17:1-9; 1 Thessalonians; 2 Thessalonians). This evening we enjoy a welcome dinner at our hotel. DAY 3 Philippi / Kavala / Thessaloniki Today we tour along the ancient route of the Apostle Paul to Amphipolis (Acts 17:1). Our journey takes us to ancient Philippi, which was named after the father of Alexander the Great. This busy Roman colony boasted a great library and theater. In Philippi, Paul preached and established the first church in Europe, and it was the people of Philippi to whom he wrote one of his epistles while imprisoned in Rome (Acts 16:11-40; Philippians). It was in this area that Paul met Lydia, a dealer in purple cloth. She and her household accepted Christ and were baptized in the nearby river (Acts 16:11-15). Next we continue to Kavala, ancient port of Neapolis (Acts 16:9-11). We return to our hotel for dinner and overnight. DAY 4 Thessaloniki / Veria / Kalambaka This morning we stop in Veria (Beroea of the New Testament), where Paul and Silas were sent by friends after being accused of treason in Thessalonika (Acts 17:5-15). We visit the Bema, where Paul is said to have stood and preached the Gospel to the local community. Next we continue to Kalambaka to see the striking scenery of the “Hanging Monasteries”. Perched on top of huge rocks that seem to be suspended in mid-air are ageless monasteries where we can see exquisite specimens of Byzantine art. There are 24 monasteries in total, with 6 currently inhabited. We visit one of them before checking into our hotel for dinner and overnight. DAY 5 Kalambaka / Athens Today we depart our hotel and drive to Athens. We stop at Thermopylae, the location where the Greeks victoriously fought for their freedom during the Greco-Persian wars in 480 BC. We see the statue of Leonidas, king of the Greek city-state Sparta. Next we continue to Athens, where we have a panoramic orientation tour and may have some free time to explore the Plaka. Dinner and overnight in Athens. DAY 6 Athens Today in Athens we visit the Acropolis, the Parthenon, Areopagus, and Mars Hill, where the Apostle Paul delivered his well-known sermon (Acts 17:15-34). We see the Acropolis Museum, then have a panoramic tour of the Parliament House, the Academy, Omonia Square, and Panathenaic Stadium. We have free time in the Plaka area, the ancient city of Athens. Dinner and overnight at our hotel. *The trip will take place in case of a group of 16 people * * The route, as well as the order of visiting places, may be changed due to quarantine restrictions, as well as for safety reasons or due to the weather, road repair work etc. Reviews

One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, which begins in Switzerland and visits France, Germany, and Holland! Buy a tour to Europe. Switzerland and visits France, Germany, and Holland! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1C1o5BuAz4 ITINERARY Romantic Rhine (Northbound) 8 Day River Cruise Basel to Amsterdam 8 days / 6 nights PRICE / PERSON: prices from 3300 details by phone BOOK One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, which begins in Switzerland and visits France, Germany, and Holland! Board your Avalon Suite Ship® in Basel, Switzerland, then head for Breisach, Germany, at the foot of the Kaiserstuhl Mountain on the French-German border. Here you’ll find the gateway to Germany’s Black Forest, an area of unrivaled natural beauty, best known for Black Forest ham, cherry cake, and the cuckoo clock. Continue your river cruise to Strasbourg, France, and marvel at the red-sandstone Gothic-style cathedral with ancient murals and the fascinating astronomical clock. Stroll through the lovely La Petite France district with its quaint shops, delightful bistros, and peaceful waterfront promenade. Visit the ruins of Heidelberg Castle, towering magnificently over the city, or stop in Mainz for a guided walk and a visit to the captivating Gutenberg Museum. Sail to the charming wine town of Rüdesheim, and a visit to the unique Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, then pass through the dramatic Rhine Gorge—the most beautiful view of the Rhine River where ancient castles stand on cliffs 400 feet above the water. Last stop in Germany is Cologne—a 2,000-year-old city known for its Gothic-style architecture and famous twin-spired cathedral. At the conclusion of your Rhine River cruise, you’ll spend time in colorful Amsterdam. See the treasures of this 700-year-old city on an included canal cruise along the elegant grachten lined with homes dating back to the city’s “Golden Age.” Spend free time discovering world-famous museums, and an abundance of restaurants in the vibrant, modern capital of Holland. Download Brochure Proposed Itinerary : DAY 1 Welcome to Switzerland. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding. Flights into Zürich or Basel must arrive by 3 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. Enjoy dinner and explore the ship on your first night on board. EVENING CRUISE TO BREISACH DAY 2 German Winemaking and the Beautiful Black Forest Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host. ACTIVE Enjoy the view on a relaxing bike ride along the Rhine with your Adventure Host, OR: DISCOVERY Join a full-day Guided Tour to the magical Black Forest to experience the Vogtsbauernohf open-air-museum, visit an authentic water mill, and see a traditional butter-making demonstration, OR: DISCOVERY Visit to a local winery in Breisach, where you will learn about German winemaking and enjoy a wine tasting. CLASSIC Join A Guided Tour to explore Freiburg’s medieval city center, sheltered by the Black Forest amid vineyards and gardens of the Upper Rhine Valley. You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the charming village of Colmar in the morning, with its half-timbered medieval and early renaissance buildings. EVENING CRUISE TO STRASBOURG DAY 3 A Grand Cathedral and La Petite France ACTIVE Discover Strasbourg by bike with your Adventure Host, OR: CLASSIC Join a City Sightseeing Tour, including Strasbourg’s Gothic, stained-glass cathedral with its celebrated ancient murals and astronomical clock, as well as the magical La Petite France District. You may also choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to the historic Maginot Line—the pre-WWII fortifications designed to protect the eastern border of France, or visit Alsace’s wine country today. Alternatively, take some free time in Strasbourg to visit a museum, or stroll across the city center. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MAINZ DAY 4 Castle Walls, and the World’s Biggest Wine Barrel ACTIVE Join your Avalon Adventure Host for an inspiring walk in Heidelberg, the Philosophers' way, OR: CLASSIC Enjoy a Guided Tour to Heidelberg Castle to see the ruins of the magnificent renaissance treasure towering above the city, and its famed Great Vat, the “World’s Largest Wine Barrel,” OR: CLASSIC Enjoy a Guided City Walk in Mainz, including a visit to the Gutenberg Museum to see the captivating history of printing. Enjoy live entertainment on board your ship this evening. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN MAINZ DAY 5 Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country ACTIVE Enjoy a hike with your Avalon Adventure Host through the picturesque vineyards of Rüdesheim, OR: DISCOVERY Take a Guided Tour of the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; enjoy a tasting of the authentic Rüdesheimer coffee. En route to Koblenz, sail through the Rhine Gorge (a UNESCO World Heritage site). Take in the breathtaking views of ancient castles perched on cliffs 400 feet above the water, and pass the legendary Rock of the Lorelei—where the mythological siren’s songs lured ill-fated sailors. KOBLENZ Travel Through 2000 Years Of Monumental History Enjoy free time in Koblenz before a relaxing evening on board with dinner and live entertainment. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN KOBLENZ DAY 6 Prost! Celebrate in the Rhineland Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities. ACTIVE Enjoy a bike ride like the locals in Cologne with your Adventure Host, OR: DISCOVERY Choose a Guided Walking Tour of Cologne’s important Jewish heritage sites, OR: CLASSIC Take a Guided City Walk of Cologne—with its soaring twin-steepled gothic cathedral. Spend free time over a glass of Kölsch pale lager—locally brewed for over 100 years! AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO AMSTERDAM DAY 7 Canals of Colorful Amsterdam ACTIVE Start your day joining your Adventure Host on an early morning walk in Amsterdam, OR: CLASSIC Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam on a Guided Canal Cruise past stately homes of Amsterdam’s “Golden Age.” During tulip season, you may take a Guided Optional Excursion to Keukenhof gardens—with more than seven million tulips, daffodils and hyacinths, as well as other bulbs, planted each year. Outside of tulip season, join a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses. You may also choose an Optional Biking Tour to discover the countryside. Take some free time to explore Amsterdam’s colorful streets and canal houses, galleries, and shops. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AMSTERDAM DAY 8 Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. *The trip will take place in case of a group of 16 people * * The route, as well as the order of visiting places, may be changed due to quarantine restrictions, as well as for safety reasons or due to the weather, road repair work etc. Reviews

Cruise from USA to Canada and New England . Embark on a stunning Canada & New England Cruise and explore the charming cities and scenic coastal beauty of the Northeast. This unforgettable journey takes you to vibrant cities like Boston, Halifax, and Quebec City, as well as picturesque towns like Bar Harbor and Portland. Enjoy rich culture, history, and breathtaking fall foliage on this memorable cruise. Book your adventure today and experience the best of Canada and New England! ITINERARY DATES & PRICING Canada & New England Cruise 2024 Sunday, September 29, 2024 8 days / 6 nights PRICE / PERSON: 1,099 $ BOOK DEPARTURE DATE PRICE / PERSON Sunday, September 29, 2024 $1099 BOOK Join us on a Canada & New England Cruise on the Norwegian Breakaway starting at $1099 on September 29, 2024. You will board the Norwegian Breakaway in New York and then venture on to Newport, Rhode Island, Portland, Maine, Bar Harbor, St John, Bay of Fundy, New Brunswick, and more. Download Brochure All-inclusive PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDES: Meals on Ship Port Charges Cruise Gratuities Administrative Fee BOOK Proposed Itinerary: DAY 1 Arrive in New York to board the Norwegian Breakaway. DAY 2 During the 19th century, Newport served as the summer playground for the rich and famous. Residents displayed their fabulous wealth in the form of palatial estates overlooking the Atlantic. Today, these extraordinary and meticulously maintained homes line the city's famed "Mansion Row" and are a must-see for any visitor. DAY 3 Portland offers all the amenities of a big city: art districts, a vibrant waterfront, museums, parks and diverse shopping opportunities. But within minutes, you can be enjoying the view from an historic lighthouse or tasting a juicy, local lobster. DAY 4 This coastal attraction has retained much of its charm since its glory days of the 1900s, when America's elite vacationed here in opulent summer cottages. Surrounding the rock-bound harbor is the world-famous Acadia National Park where the opulence of nature is on display. DAY 5 Saint John's history is evident in its weather-worn look, passing the tests of salt air, sea winds and a devastating fire that have all contributed to making Saint John the greatest little city in the east. Be sure to look for your ship in the port against the beauty of the Bay of Fundy from Fort Howe lookout. DAY 6 Admire the rugged coastline that surrounds Halifax, the world's second-largest natural harbor. This beautifully preserved city is Nova Scotia's capital and was founded in 1749. Take steps through history and climb to The Citadel to witness the Old Town Clock. DAY 7 At Sea DAY 8 Arrive in New York and disembark with memories to last a lifetime! *The trip will take place in case of a group of 16 people * * The route, as well as the order of visiting places, may be changed due to quarantine restrictions, as well as for safety reasons or due to the weather, road repair work etc. Reviews

Tours to Turkey, Israel, Greece from USA. Embark on an unforgettable 12-day journey through Israel, Turkey, and Greece with Favor Travel Tours. Explore the sacred sites of Israel, including Jerusalem and the Dead Sea, uncover the ancient wonders of Turkey, and experience the beauty and history of Greece, including Athens and the Greek Islands. Book your all-inclusive tour today and immerse yourself in the history and culture of these iconic destinations! ITINERARY DATES & PRICING 12 Day All Inclusive Israel, Turkey, & Greece Tour 2025 Download Brochure FEB 04 - FEB 15, 2025 12 days / 10 nights PRICE / PERSON: 5,099 $ BOOK DEPARTURE DATE PRICE / PERSON FEB 04 - FEB 15, 2025 $5,099.00 Tour Number: 250208MTI DEPARTURE DATE MAR 04 - MAR 15, 2025 PRICE / PERSON $5,199.00 Tour Number: 250308MTI DEPARTURE DATE MAR 04 - MAR 15, 2025 PRICE / PERSON $5,799.00 Tour Number: 250708MTI Tour Number: 251108MTI PRICE / PERSON DEPARTURE DATE $5,299.00 NOV 04 - NOV 15, 2025 BOOK BOOK BOOK BOOK All-inclusive PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDES: Handpicked Hotels Entrance Fees Guided Tours Gratuities & Tips Deluxe A/C Buses Portable Listening Devices Fuel Surcharges Buffet Breakfasts & Dinners International Airfare BOOK Proposed Itinerary : DAY 1 Tour members are welcomed for our departing flight to Istanbul via wide-body aircraft arriving the next day. Meals served on board. DAY 2 This morning we will arrive in Istanbul and transfer to our flight to Tel Aviv. Upon arrival in Tel Aviv we are met by our guide who will be with us for the time we are in the Holy Land. Continue through Tel Aviv, the largest city in Israel. We proceed up the new toll road in Israel to the famous Sea of Galilee where we check into our hotel for dinner and overnight. DAY 3 This morning we enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the Sea of Galilee to Capernaum, then visit Tabgha and the Mount of Beatitudes. In the afternoon we follow the Rift Valley running parallel to the Jordan, along the route Jesus most frequently traveled to Jerusalem. We visit Bet Shean at the foot of Mt. Gilboa, where King Saul was slain, see the evidences of Egyptian, Roman and Byzantine occupations, and view the ancient tel, Roman Theater and church mosaics. Our last stop today will be at the Jordan River where we will have the opportunity to be baptized, then transfer to the hotel in Tiberias for dinner and overnight. DAY 4 “We are going up to Jerusalem.” (Matt. 20:18). We drive west to Nazareth. Traveling through Cana of Galilee where Jesus performed his first Miracle, turning water into wine (John 2). We proceed to Nazareth and Ascend Mount of the Precipice at the brow of Nazareth to an overlooking surveying the Valley of Jezreel, synonymous with Armageddon. We then drive through the valley to the mound of Megiddo, Har Megiddo in Hebrew, which gave its name to Armageddon. We then ascend Mt. Carmel, site of Elijah’s confrontation with the prophets of Baal. From there we drive towards the Mediterranean coast traveling south along the coastal highway to Caesarea by the Sea. We enter Caesarea Maritima to explore this Roman bridgehead to the east, which became the Christian springboard to the west. After the visit this ancient harbor, we board our bus and we head up the historic Beth Horon road (Joshua 10:10) to the Benjamin Plateau, passing ancient Gibeon and continuing on to Jerusalem. Finally, atop Mt. Scopus, we behold majestic Jerusalem. Check in to our hotel for dinner and overnight stay. DAY 5 Today we drive to Masada and ascend by cable car to the magnificent ruins of the fortress where, from 70 to 73 AD, Jewish defenders made their last stand in the Judean revolt against Rome. We see the remains of storehouses, cisterns and a sixth-century Byzantine church. Continuing alongside the Dead Sea, 1300 ft. below sea level–the lowest spot on earth– we proceed to Ein Gedi, where time permitting we will walk the path to see the waterfall in the desert. This afternoon we continue to Qumran. and the caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. We will have a stop for lunch and for those that want to swim in the Dead Sea may. We travel to Jericho , the world’s oldest city. From the excavated tel atop the ruins of ancient Jericho we view the lush green Jordan Valley, Elisha’s spring and Qarantal, the Mount of Temptation. We will head up to Jerusalem and return to the hotel for dinner. DAY 6 “If you, even you, had only known on this day what would bring you peace” (Luke 19:42) We start the day with an orientation to Jerusalem from the Mt. of Olives with an opportunity of a group photograph overlooking Jerusalem. We then walk the traditional Passion walk. We descend to the church known as Dominus Flevit (“Our Lord weeps”). After viewing the Golden Gate, we walk downhill to Gethsemane, where we take time to meditate on the Gospel text. Boarding our bus (If you want you may walk by the tomb of the kings) and get off at a roman road, where we climb Mt Zion to the grounds of a church called Peter in Gallicantu , which affords the best view of early Jerusalem from the west. (Here, the Assumptions Fathers suggest, was the house where the High Priest Caiaphas interrogated Jesus.) We drive to Dung gate and enter where we will stop at the Steps that entered the temple. It was here that Jesus would have taught the disciples. See a video that shows the temple as it was at Solomon’s time. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. (Luke 2:10-11). We drive south to the region of Bethlehem, passing Rachel’s Tomb on the outskirts of Bethlehem. We drive to a hilltop for a view of Bethlehem, noting its relation to the rest of the central mountain range, including Jerusalem, as well as to the desert and t he area of ancient Moab. Driving south, we visit Solomon’s Pools, Jerusalem’s main source of water for almost 2000 years. Passing the monastery of Hortus Conclusus (“the sealed garden”) in Artas, we go to Herodion, the palace set in a conical mountain built by Herod to mark his tomb which was in the news lately with the recent discovery of Herod’s Tomb. Note the juxtaposition of the two Kings of the Jews. The King Herod buried in great opulence and the King of the Jews born in a humble manger in Bethlehem sitting in the background of the Herodium. We then drive to one of the possible sites for Shepherds’ Fields. We continue into Bethlehem itself, walking through the restored old town to the Church of the Nativity and visiting the manger and see the cave of St. Jerome. We drive back to Jerusalem for dinner and overnight. DAY 7 “He has risen!” (Mark 16:6) After breakfast we transfer to the Dung Gate, we walk up to the Western Wall Judaism’s holiest site. We ascend to the Dome of the Rock and the al-Aqsa Mosque, the third holiest site of Islam, located on the traditional site of the ancient Temple Mount. It is believed that here is where the Temple once stood. Just to the north we find the Pools of Bethesda (John 5) and St. Anne’s Church, the church is perfectly preserved from the Crusader period– with remarkable acoustics. We then follow the Way of the Cross (Via Dolorosa) through the bazaars to the Holy Sepulcher. From there we walk through the Christian Quarter along the Arab Souks and past the Armenian Quarter. This afternoon we will walk out to the Damascus Gate and go to the Garden Tomb where we will end our day with a special visit and the possibility of having a private communion on the grounds outside the city walls. Return to our hotel for dinner and overnight. DAY 8 This morning we will be taken to the airport for our flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival we will be met by our guide and board our bus. We begin our day with a tour to the magnificent Topkapi Palace once home to the great Sultans; it is filled with treasures and antiquities including twelve thousand pieces of fine Chinese porcelain. Then visit the unique Blue Mosque built in 1609 by Sultan Ahmet. The interior walls are covered with twenty thousand blue Iznik tiles. Our sightseeing continues with Hippodrome and Basilica of St. Sophia, which has inspired architects and religious leaders for over fifteen hundred years. Constructed in 326 by Constantine the Great, it has been a cathedral, a mosque, and now a museum. Dinner and overnight at our hotel. DAY 9 We will begin our day with a morning of shopping at Eminönü’s Spice Bazaar. Also, known as the Egyptian Bazaar, this large covered market has remained the city’s center for spice trade since its creation in the 17th century. In the afternoon, we will embark on a cruise of the Bosphorus, the winding straight that separates Europe and Asia and connects the Black Sea with the in land Sea of Marmara. This is our time to relish the views of the old wooden mansions, Ottoman palaces, and ancient fortresses that dot the river’s coast. Before returning to our hotel, we will visit a local factory to learn about Turkish pastry production. Dinner and overnight in Istanbul. DAY 10 This afternoon we board our flight to Athens. Arriving in Athens we check into our hotel for dinner and overnight. DAY 11 This morning we start our tour of Athens by visiting the important modern and archaeological sites in the city of Athens, the Acropolis and neighboring monuments. While driving through the main streets of Athens, we have an opportunity to see other places of interest such as the University, the Academy, the National Library, the Temple of Zeus, the Panathenian Stadium, Omonia Square, Constitution Square and the Royal Palace. This afternoon we drive along the coastal road to Corinth. Continue along the wonderful beach of Kinetta, make a brief stop at the Corinth Canal, then on to ancient Corinth to visit the Museum, the Bema of St. Paul, the Doric Temple of Apollo, the Askeleion, Agora, Lechaion Road, and the Peirene Fountain. Return to our hotel for dinner overnight. DAY 12 This morning we transfer to the airport for our flight back home. We arrive back in the U.S.A and transfer to our flights home with unforgettable memories to cherish always. Knowing we have walked in the footsteps of Jesus and the early Christians on such a memorable tour will bring new meaning to our Bible reading. *The trip will take place in case of a group of 16 people * * The route, as well as the order of visiting places, may be changed due to quarantine restrictions, as well as for safety reasons or due to the weather, road repair work etc. Reviews

Tours to Norwegia from the USA.Favor Travel Tours.7 Night Norwegian Fjords ITINERARY DATES & PRICING 7 Night Norwegian Fjords Jun 21, 2024-Jun 28, 2024 7 nights PRICE / PERSON: 1,131 $ BOOK DEPARTURE DATE PRICE / PERSON Jun 21, 2024-Jun 28, 2024 $1131 BOOK Leaving from Southampton, England onboard Anthem of the Seas Download Brochure Proposed Itinerary : DAY 1 Port Southampton, England Departs At 5:00 PM DAY 2 Cruising Day At Sea DAY 3 Stavanger, Norway From 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM DAY 4 Olden, Norway From 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM DAY 5 Flam, Norway From 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM DAY 6 Cruising Day At Sea DAY 7 Bruges/Zeebrugge (Brussels), Belgium From 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM DAY 8 Southampton, England Arrives At 5:30 AM *The trip will take place in case of a group of 16 people * * The route, as well as the order of visiting places, may be changed due to quarantine restrictions, as well as for safety reasons or due to the weather, road repair work etc. Reviews

Lions of the English Faith - John Wesley & C. S. Lewis.Tours to England from the USA.Favor Travel Tours ITINERARY DATES & PRICING Lions of the English Faith - John Wesley & C. S. Lewis 2024 Download Brochure Tuesday, October 1, 2024 8 days / 6 nights PRICE / PERSON: 4,398 $ BOOK DEPARTURE DATE PRICE / PERSON Tuesday, October 1, 2024 $4,398.00 BOOK All-inclusive PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDES: All Inclusive Pricing First Class Hotels Deluxe A/C Motor Coaches Fuel Surcharges and Gov't Taxes Entrance and Program Fees Guided Tours International Airfare from NY Overseas Airport Transfers Administrative Fee Hotel Gratuities Select Meals on Itinerary BOOK Join us for 10 nights on Journeys of Paul Cruise on the Norwegian Viva starting at $4799 from Athens, Greece, on October 17, 2024 with Guest Speaker Bob Allums. You will see a panoramic tour of Athens, Corinth, Kusadasi, Istanbul, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Market, Mykonos, Santorini, Messina, Naples, and much more! Proposed Itinerary : DAY 1 Depart on your international overnight flight. DAY 2 Arrive in London and begin your journey north to Oxford. On the way, stop at the site of Wynyard School. Here, Jack (C.S. Lewis) and his brother, Warren, attended a miserable boarding school. Check into your hotel for overnight, and journey out for dinner at the Trout Inn. (B) DAY 3 Daily Itinerary This morning, you will enjoy a walking tour of Oxford. Stop at University College, the oldest college in Oxford (1249). Jack received a scholarship to attend here in 1916, and after entering the Officers Training Corps, was later sent to France in World War I. Walk through the University Church of St. Mary the Virgin. Here, the Oxford Martyrs were tried for heresy, and John Wesley preached until his views were rejected. Continue to Christ Church College and visit the dining hall where John Wesley and other alumni are honored on the walls. Walk through the Sheldonian Theater, where scholars have graduated or been granted honorary degrees since 1669. John and Charles Wesley, and C. S. Lewis were among the many famous people to have celebrated their degrees here. Included in the tour here is a visit to the Bodleian Library, the main research library for Oxford with 12 million items. Stop at the Eagle and Child Pub, where C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien and other writers met on occasion as part of the “Inklings” club. Spend the afternoon in the Ashmolean Museum, the world’s first university museum. The museum contains a vast and unique collection, ranging from pieces by Da Vinci and Picasso to a Stradivarius violin and Cromwell’s death mask. Return to your hotel for overnight. (B) DAY 4 This morning, you will visit Magdalen (pronounced “Maudlin”) College, where C. S. Lewis was a fellow for most of his academic career. Here, Jack worked through his beliefs from Atheism to Theism to Christianity, as well as become the prolific writer and apologist known today. From here, travel to The Kilns, Lewis’s home. Built in 1922, the Lewis brothers moved into the home in 1930. This would remain Jack’s home until his death in 1963. Stop at Churchill Hospital that was built in 1940 to treat air raid victims. The hospital was the site of the Christian marriage between Lewis and Joy Davidson Gresham in 1957. You’ll visit Holy Trinity Church, the church Jack and Warren attended in life and are buried in the graveyard here. The Narnia window in the church is of special interest. This afternoon depart Oxford in time for afternoon tea in a village in the Cotswolds, home to thatched roofed cottages and shops. Finish your day in Bristol for dinner and overnight. (B, D) DAY 5 Daily Itinerary This morning, you will visit one of Wesley’s early centers of ministry, the “New Room.” This oldest Methodist building in the world is unusually attractive in its basic simplicity. Then, visit the home of Charles Wesley, the famous hymn writer. After lunch on your own, continue to London for a driving tour. See Trafalgar Square, Parliament and Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park, and other historic sights. Time permitting, attend evensong at St. Paul’s Cathedral, the masterpiece of architect Christopher Wren, built after the Great Fire of 1666. John Wesley often worshiped here. On the day of his conversion, Wesley came here for an afternoon, service and was deeply moved by the choir’s anthem, “Out of the Deep Have I Called Unto Thee, O Lord.”(B) DAY 6 This morning, walk through the Churchill War Rooms, learning about how this nerve center led British efforts in World War II. From here, you will stop at the BBC Studios. C. S. Lewis was asked to broadcast during the war, and his series of talks were later edited to become the book Mere Christianity. This afternoon, you will explore the Tower of London. Learn about its many prisoners who suffered for their beliefs amidst its 900+ year history. (B) DAY 7 John and Charles Wesley left their marks on the town of London. You’ll have a lecture at City Road Chapel, site of Wesley’s home and grave. Across the street in Bunhill Fields Cemetery, Susanna Wesley is buried along with other famous personages such as John Bunyan and Daniel Defoe. Walk on to Aldersgate Street, where on May 24, 1738, John Wesley had his “Warming of the Heart” experience. You will walk past the entrance of “Little Britain,” where Charles Wesley had his conversion experience just three days earlier. This afternoon, tour Westminster Abbey, begun by King Edward the Confessor in the 11th century. It is the traditional coronation place for British monarchs, and the royalty and famous of England are buried or memorialized here. Across the street from the cathedral is the Methodist Central Hall. Still a church, it was an early site of the initial meetings of the United Nations. (B) DAY 8 Return home with memories of the Legacies of John Wesley and C. S. Lewis or stay on for a London On Your Own or Wales Extension. Enhance Your Journey London On Own Extension- starting from $899 October 8 - 10, 2024 | Starting at $899* October 8 & 9 – London On Your Own Explore, shop and experience London on your own. Hotel, breakfast and a two-day London Pass included. (B) October 10 – Return to the USA Guests taking an extension may be on a different flight than their group and/or traveling companion. Wales Extension- starting from $1750 OCTOBER 8-12, 2024 | Starting at $1,750* October 8 – Stonehenge / Tintern Abbey / Chepstow Castle / Cardiff Today, journey to the mystery of ancient Stonehenge. Experience their new welcome center, and then you can choose to walk or ride a tram (additional cost) to see this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk among the ruins of Tintern abbey, whose roofless walls bathe the interior with sunlight. It is one of the most picturesque ruins in Wales. See Chepstow Castle, built by the Normans in 1067 on the frontier of England and Wales. Finish the day in Cardiff, Wales’ capital city. (B, D) October 9 – Cardiff Castle / Brecon Beacons National Park / Brecon This morning, visit Cardiff Castle, where a stronghold has existed since Roman times. Its towers and gardens are a journey through Wales and English history. Drive through a portion of Brecon Beacon National Park, home to the Black Mountains and Marshes. Dinner and overnight in Brecon. (B, D) October 10 – Snowdonia National Park /Ffestiniog Railway / Liverpool Drive through Snowdonia National Park, home to the tallest mountain in Wales (Snowdon). Enjoy a visit to the Ffestiniog Railway. Finish your day in Liverpool for dinner and overnight. (B, D) October 11 – Liverpool / Beatles Museum / Manchester Enjoy a tour of the city and visit the Beatles Museum, dedicated to the Fab Four and the music of the 1960’s. Finish your day at your hotel in Manchester for dinner and overnight. (B, D) October 12 – Return to the USA B=Breakfast included. D=Dinner included. Guests taking an extension may be on a different flight than their group and/or traveling companion. *The trip will take place in case of a group of 16 people * * The route, as well as the order of visiting places, may be changed due to quarantine restrictions, as well as for safety reasons or due to the weather, road repair work etc. Reviews

Tours to Greece from the USA.Favor Travel Tours. ITINERARY DATES & PRICING 2ND & 3RD Missionary Journeys of Paul on the Celebrity Infinity with Pastor Ronnie West ITINERARY DATES & PRICING 2ND & 3RD Missionary Journeys of Paul on the Celebrity Infinity with Pastor Ronnie West Download Brochure Friday, September 27, 2024 12 days / 10 nights PRICE / PERSON: 4,798 $ BOOK DEPARTURE DATE PRICE / PERSON Friday, September 27, 2024 $4,798.00 BOOK All-inclusive PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDES: All Inclusive Pricing Deluxe A/C Motor Coaches Fuel Surcharges and Gov't Taxes Entrance and Program Fees International Airfare from NY Meals on Ship Port Charges Select Shore Excursions Cruise Taxes BOOK Join us for 10 nights on Journeys of Paul Cruise on the Norwegian Viva starting at $4799 from Athens, Greece, on October 17, 2024 with Guest Speaker Bob Allums. You will see a panoramic tour of Athens, Corinth, Kusadasi, Istanbul, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Market, Mykonos, Santorini, Messina, Naples, and much more! Proposed Itinerary : DAY 1 Your pilgrimage begins as you depart the USA on your international overnight flight. DAY 2 You will arrive in Athens, Greece, where you will be met by our representative and transferred to the port to board the Celebrity Infinity. DAY 3 At Sea DAY 4 Dock in Santorini today, one of the most beautiful of the Greek islands, where picturesque, whitewashed villages topped with brilliant blue domes stand in stark contrast to the sheer-drop cliffs overlooking the Aegean Sea. The island itself perches on the edges of a volcano whose eruption 3,500 years ago is thought to have led to the collapse of the Minoan civilization. Explore the island on your own or join one of the optional excursions available for purchase on board. Shore excursions today will be booked directly through Celebrity and are not included. DAY 5 Visit Ephesus is one of the Seven Churches of Revelation and was once a bustling port town graced with wide, colonnade-bordered streets and a population of 250,000. Although spectacular excavations have revealed much of the glory of ancient Ephesus, including the huge agora and library, much has been lost. The ancient world once declared the Temple of Artemis to be one of the Seven Wonders of the World but today, only a single column remains to mark its site. View the terrace houses, also known as “the houses of the rich,” which give a true impression of the ancient lifestyle. Explore the Museum of Ephesus for a up close look at ancient artifacts. You will have time to explore on your own and recreate some of the footsteps of Paul. DAY 6 Arrive today at the world-famous Greek Island of Mykonos, where gleaming whitewashed buildings seem to climb atop each other to reach the azure sky. Admire its many hills dotted with iconic windmills. Explore the island on your own or join one of the optional excursions available for purchase on board. Shore excursions today will be booked directly through Celebrity and are not included. DAY 7 Located at the foot of Mt. Pelion, Volos is an important bridge between Europe and Asia. This lively seaside destination offers local cultural activities, museums, cafes, and restaurants. Shore excursions today will be booked directly through Celebrity and are not included. DAY 8 Discover Thessaloniki, where Paul was accused of turning the world upside down with his preaching of Christ (Acts 17: 3 -6). As you explore St. George’s Basilica, believed to be built over the synagogue where Paul preached, reflect on the two epistles the Apostle Paul wrote to the Thessalonian church here. Stroll through the Archaeological Museum and the beautiful basilicas of St. Sophia and St. Demetrios. St. Demetrios is dedicated to a distinguished Roman proconsul martyred for his Christian faith. Along the Via Egnatia stands the Galerius Arch, where you can look out over the second-largest city in Greece from the Old City Ramparts, some dating back to Roman times. DAY 9 Visit Philippi, where Paul, intending to find a place to pray by the riverside, spoke to women who had gathered there, among whom was Lydia, the seller of purple and whose heart the Lord opened to hear the words that he spoke. Lydia was the first Christian to be baptized on European soil. Visit the place where this event is remembered and see a crypt dating from the Roman period, which is thought to have served as a prison for the Apostle Paul. See the famous Acropolis, the marketplace, the basilica, and the theater. DAY 10 At Sea DAY 11 Discover the rich architectural splendor of the ancient city of Athens as your guide introduces you to the world-renowned Acropolis, the Propylaea, the Parthenon and the Erechtheum. Stand on Mars Hill as the Apostle Paul did when he proclaimed, “I found an altar with this inscription, TO THE UNKNOWN GOD. Whom therefore ye ignorantly worship, him declare I unto you.” As you stroll the agora (ancient marketplace and center of Athenian public life), recall that this was where the Apostle Paul preached “Jesus and the resurrection” to the skeptical Athenians. Also, see the House of Parliament, the Presidential Palace, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. This afternoon, tour the city of Corinth, where the Apostle Paul met fellow tentmakers Aquila and Priscilla and received a vision from the Lord saying, “I am with thee, and no man shall set on thee to hurt thee: for I have much people in this city.” As Paul spoke, Crispus (chief ruler of the synagogue) and many others believed and were baptized, establishing the church at Corinth to whom Paul later wrote his two epistles. Discover the archaeological museum, marketplace, and temples. As you walk among the ruins, stand on the Bema, where the Apostle Paul stood before Gallio to face charges brought against him by the Jews. DAY 12 Return to USA *The trip will take place in case of a group of 16 people * * The route, as well as the order of visiting places, may be changed due to quarantine restrictions, as well as for safety reasons or due to the weather, road repair work etc. Reviews

Cruise to Egupt from the USA.Favor Travel Tours.9 Day All Inclusive Egypt Cruise & Tour ITINERARY DATES & PRICING 9 Day All Inclusive Egypt Cruise & Tour 2025 JAN 18 - JAN 26, 2025 9 days / 7 nights PRICE / PERSON: 4,799 $ BOOK DEPARTURE DATE PRICE / PERSON JAN 18 - JAN 26, 2025 $4,799.00 Tour Number: 250115MTI SOLD OUT DEPARTURE DATE PRICE / PERSON MAR 01 - MAR 09, 2025 $4,799.00 Tour Number: 240915MTI BOOK DEPARTURE DATE APR 19 - APR 27, 2025 PRICE / PERSON $4,799.00 Tour Number: 241015MTI SOLD OUT DEPARTURE DATE PRICE / PERSON JUN 07 - JUN 15, 2025 $5,199.00 Tour Number: 250615MTI BOOK DEPARTURE DATE PRICE / PERSON SEP 06 - SEP 14, 2025 $4,799.00 Tour Number: 250915MTI BOOK DEPARTURE DATE PRICE / PERSON OCT 25 - NOV 02, 2025 $4,799.00 Tour Number: 251015MTI BOOK All-inclusive PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDES: Handpicked Hotels Entrance Fees Guided Tours Gratuities & Tips Deluxe A/C Buses Portable Listening Devices Fuel Surcharges Buffet Breakfasts & Dinners International Airfare BOOK Download Brochure A journey to Egypt including a Nile River Cruise! We want to invite you on an unforgettable journey as we visit the land of the Pharaohs which is filled with ancient biblical history, culture and spiritual blessings. While in Egypt your Nile Cruise includes visits to the Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, Colossi of Memnon, Luxor Temples, Esna, Edfu and Aswan. Then continue on to Cairo where you will see the Pyramids, the Sphnix, and the Egyptian Museum. This journey is sure to provide you with a deeper understanding of scriptures as you travel through the lands of the Bible. Join us on this life changing tour. Day by Day ITINERARY DAY 1 SATURDAY New York, Istanbul Tour members are welcomed for our departing flight to Istanbul via wide-body aircraft arriving the next day. Meals served on board. DAY 2 SUNDAY Istanbul, Cairo This afternoon we arrive in Istanbul where we board our flight to Cairo, Egypt. Upon arrival we will be met and taken to our hotel for overnight. DAY 3 MONDAY Luxor, Karnak, Nile Cruise This morning we return to the airport where we board our flight to Luxor. Upon arrival we will transfer to our cruise ship where we will check in. This afternoon we will visit the Luxor Temple on the bank of the Nile as well as the complex of temples at Karnak -- including Amun Temple, the largest columnar structure ever raised. Continue our exploration amid massive columns and inscrutable statues at Luxor’s fertility shrine of the sun god. Then horse-drawn caleches continue to the Avenue of the Sphinxes and Karnak’s colossal wonders.This evening enjoy dinner and a Belly Dancing Show on board the ship. DAY 4 TUESDAY Luxor, Esna, Nile Cruise After breakfast, a ferry boat takes us across the river to the West Bank of the Nile, to visit the fabled Colossi of Memnon. We then continue to the mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Egypt’s only female pharaoh, and the Valley of the Kings, where we step from a dramatic landscape of sun, sand and rugged mountain peaks into the dark silence of some of the sixty-four tombs discovered here to date. We return to our cruise for lunch. Threading through the Esna Locks, we arrive at Esna an hour later. We go ashore to visit the ornately hewn Temple of Khnum with its gracious, colonnaded vestibule. Return to the ship where we enjoy dinner. DAY 5 WEDNESDAY Edfu, Kom Ombo, Nile Cruise This morning we sail to Edfu where we explore the birth house at the Temple of Horus and other engaging sights. This afternoon we cruise the Nile, enjoying the splendid poolside facilities of our luxurious barge en route to Kom Ombo. In Kom Ombo, see its unique and spectacular temple, dedicated to two gods: Horus, the sun god, and Sobek, the crocodile god. Tonight, we enjoy dinner aboard, ollowed by a lively Galabeya Party with a display of oriental ancing. DAY 6 THURSDAY Kom Ombo, Aswan, Nile Cruise This morning we sail to Aswan where we see the Aswan High Dam. We then head for the quarries of ancient Thebes and a chance to walk on the Unfinished Obelisk. After a relaxing lunch on board, we take a sailboat cruise to Elephantine Island and the Aga Khan’s mausoleum. Here the tombs reveal the colossal space concepts of the early Memphis architects. Dinner on board the ship. DAY 7 FRIDAY Aswan, Cairo This morning we will be at leisure before we leave our cruise ship and be taken to the airport for our flight to Cairo. This afternoon we will board our flight to Cairo. Continue our hotel for dinner and overnight. DAY 8 SATURDAY Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, Coptic Cairo After breakfast, our first stop will be at the Pyramids. We will walk around Cheops Pyramid, the largest, that was built approximately 2690 B.C. We also visit the Pyramid of Chephren and see the Great Sphinx, who has stood guard over the pyramids all these years. The Sphinx was carved from a single piece of stone. It is a lion with a Pharaoh’s head thought to be a portrait of the Pharaoh Chephren. Here we will be able to ride a camel by the Pyramids area. Travel through Cairo crossing the Nile to Old Cairo to explore the City’s medina and alabaster mosque. Continue on to visit the greatest collection of Pharaonic treasures in the world at the famous Egyptian Museum. Visit the Old Kingdom Collection, Middle and New Kingdom galleries and Greco-Roman periods and you do not want to miss Tut-Ankh-Amon treasures that visited the USA several years ago. We will go to Coptic Cairo, where we will visit the famous Hanging Church, named “Al-Mu’allaqah”. Continue to the Church of St. Sergi us, a 5th century Coptic Church. Here is where the Holy Family stayed and is regarded by visitors as a source of blessing. We go to the recently restored Synagogue of Ben Ezra. This is the oldest Jewish synagogue in Egypt built in 882 AC. Return to our hotel for dinner and overnight. DAY 9 SUNDAY Cairo, Home This morning we will transfer to the airport for our flight home with unforgettable memories to cherish always. Knowing we have walked in the footsteps of Jesus and the early Christians on such a memorable tour will bring new meaning to our Bible reading. Day by Day POST-TOUR: ALEXANDRIA & MEMPHIS DAY 1 SUNDAY Cairo, Alexandria Today we visit the second largest city in Egypt, Alexandria, founded by Alexander the Great in 332 B.C., and was the capital of Graeco-Roman Egypt. Here we see the catacombs of Kom ash-Shoqafa, , the tomb and Caracalla Hal, the site of the Lighthouse of Alexandria, the famous Alexandria Library where acopy of every book published in the world is kept in the library, making it one of the great literary sites in the world. Return to our hotel in Cairo for dinner and overnight. DAY 2 MONDAY Memphis, Saqqara This morning we drive to Memphis to see The Colossus of Ramses and alabaster Sphinx. Next visit he step pyramid at Saqqara and then on to the Imhotep Museum. Return to the hotel where the remainder of the afternoon will be free to relax at the hotel or to explore the area on your own. Dinner at the hotel. DAY 3 TUESDAY Cairo, USA Return to the airport where we board our flight home. *The trip will take place in case of a group of 16 people * * The route, as well as the order of visiting places, may be changed due to quarantine restrictions, as well as for safety reasons or due to the weather, road repair work etc. Reviews

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Path of the Apostles Italy Special - December.Tours to Italy from the USA.Favor Travel Tours ITINERARY DATES & PRICING Path of the Apostles Italy Special - December 2024 DEC 02 - DEC 09, 2024 8 days / 6 nights PRICE / PERSON: 3,949 $ BOOK DEPARTURE DATE PRICE / PERSON DEC 02 - DEC 09, 2024 $3,949.00 Tour Number: 241227MTISPECIAL BOOK All-inclusive PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDES: Handpicked Hotels Entrance Fees Guided Tours Gratuities & Tips Deluxe A/C Buses Portable Listening Devices Fuel Surcharges Buffet Breakfasts & Dinners International Airfare BOOK Download Brochure Day by Day ITINERARY DAY 1 MONDAY New York, Rome Tour members are welcomed this evening at JFK International Airport for our departing flight to Rome via Jumbo Jet arriving the next day. Meals served on board. DAY 2 TUESDAY Arrival, Pozzuoli Upon arrival at Fiumicino airport near Rome, we will be met by our escort and make our way to Pozzuoli (Putuoli) on Bay of Naples, where Paul first entered the mainland of the peninsula. We will pass by the ancient amphitheater and have an overview of the seaport of Pozzuoli and the ancient marketplace to recall a small touch of what Paul may have experienced when he arrived. We will check into our hotel for dinner and overnight. DAY 3 WEDNESDAY Amalfi Coast, Naples, Pozzuoli After breakfast, we will begin our journey with a panoramic tour to Amalfi. The Amalfi Coast, connecting Sorrento with Amalfi, is widely considered Italy’s most scenic stretch of coastline, a of towering bluffs, pastel-hued villages such as Positano and Praiano terraced into hillsides, precipitous corniche roads, luxuriant gardens, and expansive vistas over turquoise waters and green-swathed mountains. Deemed by UNESCO “an outstanding example of a Mediterranean landscape, with exceptional cultural and natural scenic values,” the coast was awarded a coveted spot on the World Heritage list in 1997. In the afternoon on our return we will have a panoramic view of the Bay of Naples where we will be able to observe its seaport and have breathtaking views of Mt. Vesuvius. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight. DAY 4 THURSDAY Pompei, Minturno, Foro Appio After breakfast, we depart for Pompeii, where we will be joined by our local guide to have an archeological journey through the ancient city. Buried under a layer of ashes and pyroclastic flow by a sudden eruption of Vesuvius in 79 CE, the city shows us Roman life frozen in time. It is through understanding the context of this ime period that we can understand Paul’s preaching. People who walked these streets were of the generation of the early apostles,t and Paul’s message had reached there long before the eruption. Paul walked many a Roman city that looked as Pompeii does, and the imagery of the Epistles to those cities is nowhere more easily pictured. We will visit houses, shops, temples, squares, streets and even some of the darker quarters of the city, such as the “Lupanare” (house of prostitutes) and the “Suburbane Thermae“ (with its graphic frescos). As we make our way north, we will rejoin the ancient Appian roadway traveled by Paul, stopping at the partially restored ruins of the Roman village of Minturno. A quiet site, the open plan of the site, together with the lack of other crowds will allow us to reflect on the implications of understanding the setting and people of these suburban areas to ministry of Paul and the Apostles. We continue on for our overnight in Foro Appio in the nearby “Mansio Hotel” A mansio was an official stopping place along a Roman road maintained by the central government for the use of officials and those on official business whilst travelling. In such a place, Paul could have hosted the early believers and drawn some encouragement. Our evening will include a unique experience with a dinner based on some ancient traditional Roman recipes. DAY 5 FRIDAY Foro Appio, Romanfora, Palatine, Colosseo, San Clemente, St. Prisca After a hearty breakfast, we will depart Foro Appio and make our way to the Eternal City. Following some of the high points of Roman history, we will address “how Romans told their story” in “Pompa Processions” and architecture like that of Emperor Trajan’s Column, a jewel of architecture and sculpture. We will begin our walking tour along the Via dei Fori Imperiali and observe the ruins of the Imperial center of Rome. Other important edifices, like the Forum of Trajan, the biggest and most splendid of markets of its time, became the forerunners of our modern malls and commercial complexes. They offered to the Roman citizen the full array of goods of the Roman world. We will view the Capitoline Hill, the former political and religious center of the town, which today is the seat of the Municipality of Rome. The stairway opens to the Piazza del Campidoglio, amagnificent result of a project by Michelangelo, built around a copy of the most famous equestrian statue world, that of the stoic Emperor Marcus Aurelius. Behind Piazza del Campidoglio a natural terrace will offer us the best panoramic view of the valley of the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill. From the Forum we can view the Palatine Hill. Here is the home of the mythical Remus and Romulus who is said to have founded the town in the year 753 BCE. We will view the Mammertime Prison and our visit to the Arch of Constantine, will remind us of the victory of the emperor over Maxentius in the 4th century CE that gave rise to the legalization and later adoption of Christianity. Our visit to the city center will end at the Colosseum, an everlasting symbol of the greatness of Rome and the stage for the historical fights of the gladiators where thousands of people and animals perished. After a break for lunch, we will visit the Basilica of San Clemente. Clement was an early Roman convert to Christ, and we will take this opportunity to talk about the people that were responding to the first wave of the Gospel in Rome. We will be reminded of the early companions of Paul, traveling to the Aventine Hill to the traditional home of Priscillla and Aquila, (based on a C5th CE document) now located below the Church of Santa Prisca. After our visit, we will make our way to our hotel for dinner and overnight. DAY 6 SATURDAY Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica, Rome Sights This morning we will be overwhelmed by the art and beauty found in our visit the Vatican Museums. Your guide will show you the Apartments of Julius II, splendidly decorated by Raphael and his assistants, and then the Sistine Chapel, where you will admire one of the highest masterpieces of art: the Genesis and the Last Judgment by Michelangelo, that have gained their original splendor after the latest restorations. Leaving the Sistine Chapel and going down the Royal Stairway, projected by Bernini, the guide will conduct you to the Basilica of St. Peter which gathers inside 2000 years of history and famous works of art such as the Pieta by Michelangelo. The visit ends at St Peter’s Square. This afternoon we enjoy some leisure time…. Have lunch at Trevi Fountain, walk on Condotti Street in the fashion district of Spanish Steps, visit Piazza Navona or the Panteon… Return to hotel to relax before a Farewell dinner. DAY 7 SUNDAY San Paola Alla Regola, Tres Tabernaes, Saint Paul's Outside the Walls With yesterday’s sketch of the Roman world and its imperial center in mind, we begin the day following the steps of St. Paul, recalling both his first and second visits to the city, as well as setting the execution in both geography and history. We will begin our visit the Insula di San Paolo alla Regola, an important possible place for Paul’s first visit and house arrest in about 62 CE. This place references the early belief that “Paul took a rented horreum” where he could likely invite, teach and comfort the small but growing Christian community. From this possible site of Paul’s outreach we will travel to the “Abbey of the Three Fountains” – the place of Paul’s martyrdom. We journey next to the Basilica of “St. Paul Outside the Walls” on the Via Ostiense, the resting place for the body of Paul. After recalling the work of the Apostle Paul, we will continue to the northern end of the ancient Via Appia, to visit the Catacombs of Santa Domitilla. Early Christian art and history are preserved below ground at these early burial and memorial places, with some markings suggesting celebration of the anniversaries of Christian martyrs (following similar Roman customs). We will board our bus and time allowing continue our Roman visit at Basilica of San John di Lateran, which became among the most important Christians Churches of Rome. When Constantine opened the Roman world to Christianity, his apparent conversion was symbolized by the donation of a significant family property for this Basilica. The important Lateran Baptistery reminds us of the many early converts to the faith, and the process of moving it from a rogue influence to a sponsored and ordered faith. Dinner and overnight at our hotel. DAY 8 MONDAY Rome, USA We will be taken to the airport for our flight home. We will cherish the memories of Paul the Apostles life that changed the course of man. *The trip will take place in case of a group of 16 people * * The route, as well as the order of visiting places, may be changed due to quarantine restrictions, as well as for safety reasons or due to the weather, road repair work etc. Reviews