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GREECE AND DUBAI: January 17 to 24, 2026 (from $2,599 $3,150)
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Day 1, January 17, Saturday: Flight from Newark, NJ to Athens. Dinner, breakfast and movies on board
Day 2, January 18, Sunday: Arrival in Athens where we are met by aviatours staff who will assist you in the airport. Transfer to the hotel for dinner and spend our first night in Greece.
Day 3, January 19, Monday: After breakfast we will visit Corinth. Apostle Paul lived in Corinth for 18 months, where he found a city of poor moral values and experienced rejection, but a city that eventually accepted Christianity (Acts 18:1-17). From the Bema (court) he preached the Word of God to the Corinthians. We visit the Archaeological Museum, the Market, the Bema and the Temples. Free afternoon. Dinner and overnight in Athens.
Day 4, January 20, Tuesday: After our breakfast we will visit Athens, the cradle of Western civilization. We visit the Acropolis, the Agora, the Hills of Mars and the Pnyx where democracy was born. We will see the Parliament, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Presidential Palace. Transfer to the airport for our flight to Dubai
Day 5, January 21, Wednesday: Half- day tour of Old Dubai. We proceed to a tour of Dubai. We will begin with a brief stop at the impressive Bur Al Arab. This magnificent hotel rises dramatically in the water’s Arabic Gulf blues. You will also stop to take photographs of the Jumeirah Mosque, a landmark architectural in Dubai and photo standing in front of the luxurious Atlantis. Walking tour of Al Bastakiya are great ways to explore the neighborhood. “Open” a water taxi traditional that transported locals through the years across the Dubai stream. A walk through the spice market, and the Gold Souk. In the afternoon we will go to Creekside Dhow and cruise to experience the authentic hospitality in an Arab atmosphere and traditional dhow trip and relaxation. A buffet of delicious and diverse international cuisine awaits guests. Dinner is served with soft drinks free and mineral water. Dinner and accommodation.
Day 6, January 22, Thursday: This day we will do the Dune Safari. Desert Safari – full of adventure fun and exciting where you experience the thrill of a mountain Russian in the sand dunes. we stop in the highest sand dune to see the sunset for some photographs impressive and refreshing yourself with mineral water. We continue our journey to our camp Bedouin lying in the heart of the desert, where soft drinks, water, tea or coffee are available for you to choose from. rides in Camel awaits you. While you relax and sit in tents or tables with carpet and pillows a delicious barbecue is being prepared under the sky starry Adding to the atmosphere of the night, a charming belly dancer shows a fascinating dance to the rhythm of music Arabic, buffet dinner will be served thereafter barbecue. Late at night return to the hotel.
Day 7, January 23, Friday: Breakfast at the hotel. garden visit miraculous – the largest natural flower garden in the world, occupying more than 72,000 square meters with more than 50 million flowers and more than 250 million plants, providing a magnificent view to all who visit the place. Visit to the center commercial Dubai Mall, one of the centers commercials further big in the world located next to the emblematic Burj Khalifa. Here, you will visit the world- class aquarium and experience the exotic wonders of life aquatic first hand. Burj Khalifa, here you can opt for a visit to the tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa. Start your vertical ascent to the observation deck in a high elevator speed, traveling at 10 meters per second. As the doors open, the floor- to – ceiling glass walls They provide a stunning 360- degree view of the city, desert and ocean. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 8, January 24, Saturday: Flight back to Newark, NJ. Welcome they have returned from a dream.
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EGYPT (WITH NILE RIVER CRUISE): FEBRUARY 4 – 11, 2026 (from $2,799 $3,500)
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Day 1, February 4, Wednesday: Flight from New York to Cairo.
Dinner, breakfast and movies on board
Day 2, February 5, Thursday: Arrival in Cairo. Assistance at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Dinner at the hotel.
Day 3, February 6, Friday: Aswan In the morning, we’ll fly to Aswan. We’ll begin our tour by visiting the Philae Temple, including the Incomplete Obelisk and the High Dam. We’ll then take our Nile River cruise. After lunch, we’ll have the opportunity to ride a felucca boat ($35 per person) to sail past the Agha Khan Monument. Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 4, February 7, Saturday: Aswan Free morning on the boat or optional Abu Simbel bus tour ($175 per person with a minimum of 15 people) or optional Nubian Village tour ($65 per person with a minimum of 15 people). In the afternoon, we will head to Kom Ombo. There, we will visit the Kom Ombo Temple (free), located high on the hill with a panoramic view of the Nile River. We will continue our river trip to Edfu. Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 5, February 8, Sunday: Edfu. Arrive in Edfu in the morning. We’ll visit the Edfu Temple and continue to Luxor. We’ll visit the Eastern Riviera with its Luxor Temple. Overnight stay and dinner on board.
Day 6, February 9, Monday: Luxor-Cairo (Hot air balloon ride available for $190 per person, minimum 8 people). Today, we will visit the west coast and the Valley of the Kings. We will also visit the Temple of Hatsherpsut at Deire El Bahari and the Colossus of Memnon. We will also visit the Temple of Karnak. Tonight, we will fly to Cairo and transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Cairo.
Day 7, February 10, Tuesday: After breakfast, we’ll head to the Giza Plateau to visit the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx. Afterward, we’ll visit the Egyptian Museum, where the treasures of King Tut-ein Khamon are displayed. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 8, February 11, Wednesday: Flight home Those returning home today will be transferred to the airport early in the morning. Arrival on the same day.
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EXODUS: On the footsteps of Moses and the People of Israel from EGYPT, through Jordan to Israel. The trip that took 40 years in 13 days: FEBRUARY 4 – 15, 2026 (from $3,249 $3,899)
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Day 1, February 4, Wednesday: Transatlantic flight to Cairo. Dinner, breakfast and movies on board.
Day 2, February 5, Thursday: Arrival to Cairo, Egypt. We are met and assisted at the airport. Transfer to our hotel. If time allows – a panoramic tour on the way to the hotel.
Day 3, February 6, Friday: Cairo After breakfast visit to the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx We also visit the New Egyptian Museum. In the afternoon visit to the cave church – a unique church carved into the sand stone. Dinner and overnight in our hotel.
Day 4, February 7, Saturday: From Cairo we cross the Suez Canal into the Sinai desert. We reach Mt. Sinai in the afternoon. After dinner we bid good night, as very early next morning we shall climb the mountain. (Or watch the climbers from our hotel).
Day 5, February 8, Sunday: Mt. Sinai, Taba. We reach the top in time to see one of the most amazing sunrise in the world! Here, Moses got the Torah and the Ten Commandments. We have time for a group prayer or meditation before we descend for breakfast and visit the old monastery. Continue till Taba. We cross to Israel. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.
Day 6, February 9, Monday: Our first stop will be the Mount of Olives (Mark 13:3) with a panoramic view of both the “old” and “new” Jerusalem. We follow the path down the Palm Sunday road to the Garden of Gethsemane (Matt 26:36) and the nearby Church of All Nations. We then take a short drive through the Kidron Valley to reach Absalom and Zachariah’s Tomb. Continue to Mount Zion (King David’s tomb) and the Upper Room (John 13:1ff), site of the Last Supper. Afternoon visit to the “little town of Bethlehem…” and its’ Church of the Nativity and Milk Grotto (Luke 2:15). We reach our hotel for dinner and overnight.
Day 7, February 10, Tuesday: After breakfast we visit the Yad Va Shem Museum (the Holocaust Museum). We will visit the Wailing Wall (the Western Wall) – the last remains of the Temple built by King Herod. We will walk some stations of the Way of the Cross. Protestant groups will end the day by prayer and meditation at the Garden Tomb (where HE resurrected). Catholic groups will end the day at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. Dinner and overnight.
Day 8, February 11, Wednesday: Free day in Jerusalem or visit Qumran / Masada / Dead Sea for $125 dollars. We drive south to the Dead Sea through Qumran, to visit the caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. We’ll then continue to Masada, the palace-fort built by King Herod. Here, in 73 A.D., 960 Jewish zealots committed suicide rather than surrender to the Romans. The plateau is reached via a cable car ride with a spectacular view of the plains surrounding it. We’ll also dip in the Dead Sea – rich with minerals, God’s gift to your skin. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.
Day 9, February 12, Thursday: Caesarea / Megiddo (Protestant groups) or Mount Tabor (Catholic groups) / Cana / Nazareth (Catholic groups) or Mount Precipice (Protestant groups) / Tiberias. After breakfast we drive to Caesarea (Acts 10:1ff), the port-city built by King Herod. Apostle Paul was put in prison here until he was expelled to Rome. Protestant groups will visit Megiddo- the Biblical city overlooking the Valley of Armageddon (Revelation 16:16). Catholic groups will visit Mount Tabor – where Jesus revealed to Peter as the Son of GOD. We continue to Cana (John 21:2) where the first miracle of Jesus took place, and then to Nazareth (Matt 2:23) to visit the place where he lived as a young boy and visit a typical house of his time or Mt Precipice to overlook the city of Nazareth. We will reach Tiberias for dinner and overnight.
Day 10, February 13, Friday: Capernaum/ Tabgha / Mt. of Beatitudes / Jordan River / Sheik Hussein After breakfast, we descend and take a boat ride to Capernaum (Luke 4:31) to visit the ruins of an ancient synagogue and the Byzantine chapel at the site of Peter’s House. We then continue to Tabgha (Matt 14:17, 19), the site of the Multiplication of the Loaves and the Fish, Mount of Beatitudes (Matt 5-7). We continue to the Baptism site at the Jordan River, where those who wish, may renew their Baptism in this unique place. We will cross the Sheik Hussein bridge towards Amman. Dinner and overnight in Amman, Jordan
Day 11, February 14, Saturday: After breakfast we drive south to explore the Nabatean city of Petra. This is one of the most striking sites upon earth, declared as one of the World Wonders! After a short and easy horse ride in a beautiful canyon we come upon an old temple carved into the sand stone of the canyon, beyond which lays the city. It was built in the 6th century BC as a shelter city for caravans that crossed the desert between Egypt and Syria. In the afternoon we head northbound to visit Mount Nebo (Deuteronomy 34:1). This is the traditional burial place of Moses. From here he saw the Promised Land but could not have entered. We proceed northbound dinner and overnight in Amman.
Day 12, February 15, Sunday: Flight back home. Arrival on same day. Welcome back. You have just returned from a Biblical experience!!!
TURKEY and GREECE - visiting Ephesus, the Islands of Santorini, Patmos, Crete, and Athens (including Aegean cruise): April 29 – May 5, 2026. Departing JFK, NY: Only $3,399 $4,339)
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Day 1, 29 April, Wednesday: Flight to Izmir, Turkey.
Day 2, 30 April, Thursday: Arrival Izmir. We will be transferred to our hotel in Kusadasi. Dinner and overnight.
Day 3, 01 May, Friday: Ephesus / Kusadasi
We leave Pamukkale and continue to Ephesus (Acts 19:1-41). Apostle Paul visited here between 55-58 AD. His ministry included preaching, conversion and baptism. We visit the Adriano Temple, the Roman baths, the library, the Odeon and the theater. Mary was entrusted to Apostle John’s care after the crucifixion of Christ and moved with John to Ephesus. We continue to Kusadasi for dinner and overnight.
Day 4, 02 May, Saturday: Cruise
Today, we board our cruise ship for our cruise of the Greek islands. Our first port of call is Patmos. Here Apostle John wrote the book of Revelation (Rev 1:9-11). We will visit St. John Monastery and the cave where he lived. Full board on board our cruise ship.
Day 5, 03 May, Sunday: Cruise Crete – Santorini (shore excursions are not included)
Our next port of call will be Crete where Apostle Paul appointed Titus as his helper and advised him to establish congregations in “every town” (Titus 1:5). Return to the ship. Santorini is considered one of the most beautiful islands in the world. It has stunning scenery from its top. Your visit here is done individually within the time allocated for it. Dinner on board.
Day 6, 04 May, Monday: Piraeus / Corinth / Athens
Upon arrival to Piraeus port, we drive to Corinth and visit this Biblical place. Apostle Paul lived here for eighteen months. He found a city of poor moral values and rejection but Corinth eventually accepted Christianity (Acts 18:1-17). We visit the Bema from which he preached to the Corinthians the Word of God. We also visit the Archeological Museum, the market, and the Temples. Continue to Athens – the cradle of civilization. We will visit the Acropolis, the Agora and the Pnyx where democracy was born. We will see the Parliament, the Tomb of the unknown soldier and the Presidential Palace. Dinner and overnight in Athens.
Day 7, 05 May, Tuesday: Return to the USA.
Transfer to the airport for our flight home. Arrival on the same day in the afternoon. Welcome home! You have just returned from a dream vacation and pilgrimage.
THAILAND, CAMBODIA AND VIETNAM
1-11 May, 2026 11 days trip to the mystic Far East (From $3,290 $3,799)
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Day 1 (1 May, Friday): Transatlantic flight.
Day 2 (2 May, Saturday): Arrival in Bangkok (D) Upon arrival at Bangkok’s international airport, we proceed through immigration and customs formalities, collecting our luggage along the way. Once we’ve cleared arrivals, our local guide greets us and takes us to our hotel in the city centre. With the rest of the day at leisure, we can relax and unwind in our hotel or explore the surrounding area. This evening, we’ll experience the warm hospitality of Thailand with a delicious dinner of traditional Thai cuisine, a perfect introduction to this amazing country.
Day 3 (3 May, Sunday): Bangkok City Tour (B, D) Following breakfast, we step into the Old Kingdom of Siam through the Grand Palace. The focal point of the palace is the Emerald Buddha carved out of jade and adorned with gold. We visit Wat Po – one of the oldest temples and home of the famous 45-meter reclining Buddha. Wind down the day with a walk in the Chinatown to see one of the most dynamic and vibrant commercial districts of Bangkok. This evening, indulge in a lavish buffet dinner while taking in breathtaking views of the Bangkok riverside.
Day 4 (4 May, Monday): Bangkok – Floating Market & River Kwai-Bangkok (B, D) This morning, we set out on a two-hour drive southward to visit Damnoen Saduak floating market in Rachaburi Province. En route, pay a brief visit to the unique Railway Market of Talad Rom Hub. Arriving at Damnoen Saduak, hop on a boat and weave our way through hundreds of other boats topped with flowers, fruits, vegetables, sweets and meats. Being the most popular in Thailand, Damnoen Saduak is great for photographing, tasting local food, and recalling a diminishing practice. After Damoen Saduak, we drive to Kanchanaburi to visit the bridge over the River Kwai, the War Cemetery, and the War Museum We also sample a train ride along the Death Railway before returning to Bangkok for the night.
Day 5 (5 May, Tuesday):Bangkok – Siem Reap, Cambodia (B, D) We take a flight to Siem Reap, the land of Angkor Temples. Arriving at Siem Reap airport, we’ll be met and assisted with the visa obtainment and passport control passage. Collect luggage and come out to meet up our local guide and drive to the hotel. Afternoon, we embark on a city overview tour. In the evening, we feast on a special dinner. Free time afterwards makes for an excellent opportunity to independently explore the festive Pub Street that boasts a myriad of bars and pubs and spas and souvenir shops, and so on. We return to the hotel to enjoy dinner.
Day 6 (6 May, Wednesday): Siem Reap (B, D) Today we start exploring the wonders left by a highly complex civilization that controlled the greater part of Southeast Asia for four centuries. We rise early, around 5:00 AM, and ride a Tuk Tuk to Angkor Wat. En route back to the hotel, we’ll visit Wat Thmei to learn about Cambodia’s tragic history. Enjoy breakfast and the rest of the morning the way we fancy.Afternoon, we continue with the jungle-clad temple of Ta Prohm and the Grand City of Angkor Thom. Traverse the complex and marvel at the South Gate, the temples of Baphoun and Phimeanakas, the Terraces of Elephant and Leper King, and especially the mysterious smiling Bayon. We have a chance to behold the magnificent sunset into the land of temples from the sacred hill of Bakheng or Pre Rup temple. We return to the hotel to enjoy dinner.
Day 7 (7 May, Thursday): Siem Reap – Hanoi, Vietnam (B, D) After breakfast, we head to Tonle Lake to get a taste of life ruled by monsoonal rains and water-based agriculture on and around one of the most productive bodies of fresh water in the world. Walk through the lovely Pour Krom village to get a feel of authentic rural Khmer life. Proceed to Chong Kneas and embark on a cruise to see floating villages moving in and out due to the varying water level. Over time, the floating community has evolved to have almost everything villages on land have, including schools and spiritual structures. Afternoon, we bid farewell to Siem Reap and fly to Hanoi, the ancient and elegant capital of Vietnam. Upon arrival at Hanoi airport, we’ll be met and escorted to the hotel in city center for dinner and overnight.
Day 8 (8 May, Friday): Hanoi City Tour (B, D) After breakfast we set out to discover the most outstanding attractions of Hanoi. Historical emphasis on the arts and learning stipulates that buildings in Hanoi remain small, simple and in harmony with nature. we visit to the complex of memorials to Ho Chi Minh to know his amazing life. Continue to the Single Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature. Break the tour at noon and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, we’ll be touring the Museum of Ethnology to see the fascinating exhibition of the country’s ethnic cultures. Next, we enjoy a rickshaw ride through the lively Old Quarter, a series of 36 ancient streets where peddlers still trade the way they have done for centuries. After dinner, stay free or further explore the Old Quarter independently.
Day 9 (9 May, Saturday): Hanoi – Halong Bay (B, L, D) Start the day with a leisurely breakfast at the hotel before embarking on a scenic journey east to Halong Bay, one of Vietnam’s most breathtaking natural wonders. Upon arrival, we board a luxurious overnight boat and set sail into the protected area of Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized twice for its exceptional beauty. Behold the surreal seascape of numerous islands and islets and rocks searing out of the emerald waters, immersing in the tranquility, and getting inspired. Visit one of the many beautiful caves, a floating village or a pearl farm, and have a chance to swim or paddle a kayak. We spend the night aboard our comfortable and luxurious floating hotel, surrounded by the majestic scenery of Halong Bay.
Day 10 (10 May, Sunday): Halong Bay – Hanoi – Departure (Morning Coffee, Brunch, D) Early risers can take part in a Tai Chi class on the sundeck. In the early morning many of the islands are alive with the sound of various sea birds nesting in the thick green vegetation that engulfs the limestone karsts. Enjoy a lavish brunch onboard whilst the boat slowly turns back to the shore, weaving through strange-shaped rock formations that invite comparisons from fighting cocks to dragons and even further! Disembark around 11:00 AM and return to Hanoi. Visit a typical Red River Delta village, savor the signature egg coffee of Hanoi, and enjoy dinner before heading to the airport for our midnight departure flight. Transferring to the airport for our departure flight back home.
Day 11 (05 Dec, Fri): Back in the US. Morning.
ISTANBUL & CAPPADOCIA August 2-8, 2026 - The caves of the first churches and the underground city of the Christian refugees. (From Chicago or New York: only $2,999 $3,999 pp. / Los Angeles: only $3,099 $4,099 pp.)
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Day 1, August 2, Sunday: Departure from Chicago to Istanbul, Turkey.
Day 2, August 3, Monday: Departure from New York to Istanbul, Turkey. Both groups will arrive on the same day.
Transfer from the airport to the hotel.
Day 3, August 4, Tuesday: Istanbul.
Breakfast. We head to the port for a beautiful excursion along the Bosphorus Strait (by private boat), where you can appreciate the fabulous panoramic views of the villages, palaces, and charming villas. Afterward, we visit the old city. We visit the 6th-century Hagia Sophia , undoubtedly one of the greatest and most sacred works of the Byzantine era. Then we visit the majestic and elegant Blue Mosque , so named for its interior decorations. Next, we visit the Hippodrome, also from the Byzantine era. Finally, we visit the Grand Bazaar, one of the largest and oldest bazaars in the world. Dinner and overnight stay in Istanbul.
Day 4, August 5, Wednesday: Istanbul / Cappadocia.
Breakfast. Departure for a visit to Topkapi Palace , the residence of the sultans of the Ottoman Empire, famous for its excellent collection of jewels and porcelain. After the visit, transfer to the airport for your flight to Cappadocia . Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 5, August 6, Thursday: Cappadocia.
The entire day is dedicated to exploring and discovering this fascinating region, unique in the world. Alongside its fantastic lunar landscape with beautiful and strange lava formations resulting from the eruption of Mount Erciyes and the action of erosion , we will find countless small towns and churches carved into the rock . We will visit the Göreme Valley, an incredible Byzantine monastic complex comprised of rock-cut churches adorned with beautiful frescoes; the troglodyte villages of Paşabağ; and the natural fortresses of Uçhisar and Ortahisar . We will pass through the center of Cappadocia’s semi-precious stone crafts , and then by the fairy chimneys of Ürgüp , stone cones crowned by flat rocks; Avanos, a town known for its craft centers and weaving. We will end the day with a visit to a traditional carpet workshop. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 6, August 7 , Friday: Cappadocia.
Breakfast. Visit to the underground city . These cities were built as refuges by the Christians of the time and consist of several underground levels , ventilated by chimneys, where the bedrooms can be admired. We visited the common areas, kitchens, and dining rooms. We also visited the Dervent Valley, the Cavusin Valley, and the ancient Greek village of Mustafapasa (Sinasos). After the visit, we returned to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 7, August 8, Saturday: Cappadocia.
Transfer to the airport to take departure flight to Istanbul with subsequent international connection.
POLAND September 19 – 25, 2026 - Visiting 7-Day cultural journey through Poland’s two most iconic cities. (From NY: $2,949 $3,949 pp.)
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DAY 1, SEPT. 19, SATURDAY: Flight from NY (JFK) to Poland.
DAY 2, SEPT. 20, SUNDAY: WARSAW OLD TOWN – REBUILT WITH HEART, REMEMBERED WITH PRIDE
Warsaw’s Old Town stands as a powerful symbol of resilience. Destroyed during World War II, it was meticulously reconstructed in the years that followed, earning it a place on the UNESCO World Heritage list. The Market Square, with its colorful townhouses and historic charm, serves as the heart of the district. From here, cobbled streets lead to the Gothic St. John’s Cathedral, the red- brick Royal Castle, and the city’s original defensive walls. Though much of what visitors see is a careful recreation, the sense of history is very real – shaped by the city’s determination to preserve its identity. Today, the Old Town blends the atmosphere of centuries past with the energy of a modern capital, offering a reflective and rewarding experience. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 3, SEPT. 21, MONDAY: POLAND’S SPIRITUAL CAPITAL the Jasna Gora Monastery in Czestochowa is one of the most revered religious sites in Poland. For centuries, pilgrims have journeyed here to venerate the icon of the Black Madonna – a painting believed to have miraculous powers and symbolic importance in Polish history. The fortified monastery complex includes the basilica, treasury, and defensive walls, bearing witness to both spiritual devotion and national endurance, especially during the Swedish Deluge. The monastery continues to unite faith and national spirit, standing as a living testament to hope and devotion. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 4, SEPT. 22, TUESDAY: KRAKOW OLD TOWN – MEDIEVAL HEART WITH TIMELESS CHARM
After breakfast we will visit Old Town Krakow- the Main Market Square – the largest in Europe – surrounded by historic townhouses, St. Mary’s Basilica with its famous wooden altar by Veit Stoss, and the Renaissance Cloth Hall, now housing a gallery of Polish art. We continue to the Wawel Castle a symbol of Poland’s national identity and former seat of royalty. Wawel Cathedral, where monarchs were crowned and buried. We continue to GOTHIC GEM OF KRAKOW’S SKYLINE One of the most famous of Poland’s churches features two striking towers of different heights and surprisingly richly decorated interior. –Beneath the castle lies the Dragon’s Den, linking the site to Krakow’s oldest legends. Just outside Krakow lies one of Poland’s most unique wonders – the Wieliczka Salt Mine. The most famous of them, the Chapel of St. Kinga, is a breathtaking underground cathedral adorned with chandeliers and intricate reliefs. The mine offers not only geological marvels but also a glimpse into centuries of human labor, faith, and ingenuity beneath the surface. Located in Lagiewniki district, the Sanctuary of Divine Mercy is a major site of pilgrimage, drawing millions from around the world. It is closely linked to Saint Faustina Kowalska, whose revelations inspired the global Divine Mercy devotion. At the heart of the sanctuary stands the modern basilica, consecrated by Pope John Paul II in 2002. SANCTUARY OF ST JOHN PAUL II combines modern architecture with deep spiritual meaning. At its heart stands the Church of the Divine Mercy, a place of prayer closely connected with the late Pope. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 5, SEPT. 23, WEDNESDAY: WADOWICE & POPE JOHN PAUL II MUSEUM A SAINT’S STORY TOLD AT HOME
After breakfast we will begin “Here it all began,” said Pope John Paul II when visiting Wadowice – his hometown and birthplace – in 2002. The Family Home Museum of John Paul II is located in the house where he was born in 1920 and where he spent his early years. Just steps away stands the church where Karol Wojtyła was baptized and served as an altar boy – the Basilica of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This place of worship was central to his spiritual development and remains a key stop for visitors. WADOWICE & KALWARIA ZEBRZYDOWSKA FOLLOWING THE FOOTSTEPS OF A SAINT The house where he was born, filled with souvenirs, is now a museum filled with personal mementos, offering a glimpse into his early life and legacy. Young Karol Wojtyla often walked to the nearby Kalwaria Zebrzydowska sanctuary – now a UNESCO-listed pilgrimage park with baroque architecture and a series of devotional paths modeled after Jerusalem AUSCHWITZ-BIRKENAU MEMORIAL & MUSEUM A PLACE OF MEMORY, MOURNING, AND WARNING Located near the town of Oswiecim, the Auschwitz-Birkenau complex was the largest Nazi concentration and extermination camp. Today, it stands as one of the most powerful memorials in the world. The preserved barracks, gas chambers, and railway tracks speak volumes of the atrocities committed during the Holocaust Dinner and overnight.
DAY 6, SEPT. 24, THURSDAY: CAR CABLE TO GUBALOWKA VIEW OF THE ENTIRE POLISH TATRA MOUNTAINS AND ZAKOPANE
Gubałówka – an elongated hill at the foot of the Gubałówka mountain range. Its height varies from 1,120 m at the eastern end to 1,129 m at the western end. It is located in the north-western part of Zakopane. SANCTUARY OF OUR LADY OF FATIMA IN ZAKOPANE FAITH AND REFLECTION IN THE HEART OF THE TATRAS, the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima is one of Poland’s most meaningful pilgrimage sites. Built in gratitude for Pope John Paul II’s survival after the 1981 assassination attempt, it was blessed by him during his 1997 visit to Zakopane. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 7, SEPT. 25, FRIDAY: FLIGHT BACK HOME.
EXODUS: EGYPT, JORDAN and ISRAEL OCT. 5-16, 2026 - The journey that took 40 years… in 12 days. (PRICES: NY or CHICAGO: $3,399 / MIAMI: $3,498 / LOS ANGELES: $3,650)
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Day 1, October 5, Monday: Transatlantic flight to Cairo.
Dinner, breakfast and movies on board.
Day 2, October 6, Tuesday: Arrival to Cairo, Egypt.
We are met and assisted at the airport. Transfer to our hotel. If time allows – a panoramic tour on the way to the hotel.
Day 3, October 7, Wednesday: Cair.
After breakfast visit to the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx We also visit the New Egyptian Museum. In the afternoon visit to the cave church – a unique church carved into the sand stone. Dinner and overnight in our hotel.
Day 4, October 8, Thursday: From Cairo we cross the Suez Canal into the Sinai desert.
We reach Mt. Sinai in the afternoon. After dinner we bid good night, as very early next morning we shall climb the mountain. (Or watch the climbers from our hotel).
Day 5, October 9, Friday: Mt. Sinai, Taba.
We reach the top in time to see one of the most amazing sunrise in the world! Here, Moses got the Torah and the Ten Commandments. We have time for a group prayer or meditation before we descend for breakfast. Continue till Taba. We cross to Israel. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.
Day 6, October 10, Saturday:
Our first stop will be the Mount of Olives (Mark 13:3) with a panoramic view of both the “old” and “new” Jerusalem. We follow the path down the Palm Sunday road to the Garden of Gethsemane (Matt 26:36) and the nearby Church of All Nations. We then take a short drive through the Kidron Valley to reach Absalom and Zachariah’s Tomb. Continue to Mount Zion (King David’s tomb) and the Upper Room (John 13:1ff), site of the Last Supper. Afternoon visit to the “little town of Bethlehem…” and its’ Church of the Nativity and Milk Grotto (Luke 2:15). We reach our hotel for dinner and overnight.
Day 7, October 11, Sunday: After breakfast we visit the Yad Va Shem Museum (the Holocaust Museum). We will visit the Wailing Wall (the Western Wall) – the last remains of the Temple built by King Herod. We will walk some stations of the Way of the Cross. Protestant groups will end the day by prayer and meditation at the Garden Tomb (where HE resurrected). Catholic groups will end the day at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. Dinner and overnight.
Day 8, October 12, Monday: Free day in Jerusalem or visit Qumran / Masada / Dead Sea for $125 dollars. We drive south to the Dead Sea through Qumran, to visit the caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. We’ll then continue to Masada, the palace-fort built by King Herod. Here, in 73 A.D., 960 Jewish zealots committed suicide rather than surrender to the Romans. The plateau is reached via a cable car ride with a spectacular view of the plains surrounding it. We’ll also dip in the Dead Sea – rich with minerals, God’s gift to your skin. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.
Day 9, October 13, Tuesday: Caesarea / Megiddo (Protestant groups) or Mount Tabor (Catholic groups) / Cana / Nazareth (Catholic groups) or Mount Precipice (Protestant groups) / Tiberias.
After breakfast we drive to Caesarea (Acts 10:1ff), the port-city built by King Herod. Apostle Paul was put in prison here until he was expelled to Rome. Protestant groups will visit Megiddo- the Biblical city overlooking the Valley of Armageddon (Revelation 16:16). Catholic groups will visit Mount Tabor – where Jesus revealed to Peter as the Son of GOD. We continue to Cana (John 21:2) where the first miracle of Jesus took place, and then to Nazareth (Matt 2:23) to visit the place where he lived as a young boy and visit a typical house of his time or Mt Precipice to overlook the city of Nazareth. We will reach Tiberias for dinner and overnight.
Day 10, February 13, Friday: Capernaum/ Tabgha / Mt. of Beatitudes / Jordan River / Sheik Hussein.
After breakfast, we descend and take a boat ride to Capernaum (Luke 4:31) to visit the ruins of an ancient synagogue and the Byzantine chapel at the site of Peter’s House. We then continue to Tabgha (Matt 14:17, 19), the site of the Multiplication of the Loaves and the Fish, Mount of Beatitudes (Matt 5-7). We continue to the Baptism site at the Jordan River, where those who wish, may renew their Baptism in this unique place. We will cross the Sheik Hussein bridge towards Amman. Dinner and overnight in Amman, Jordan
Day 11, February 14, Saturday:
After breakfast we drive south to explore the Nabatean city of Petra. This is one of the most striking sites upon earth, declared as one of the World Wonders! After a short and easy horse ride in a beautiful canyon we come upon an old temple carved into the sand stone of the canyon, beyond which lays the city. It was built in the 6th century BC as a shelter city for caravans that crossed the desert between Egypt and Syria. In the afternoon we head northbound to visit Mount Nebo (Deuteronomy 34:1). This is the traditional burial place of Moses. From here he saw the Promised Land but could not have entered. We proceed northbound dinner and overnight in Amman.
Day 12, February 15, Sunday: Flight back home.
Arrival on same day. Welcome back. You have just returned from a Biblical experience!!!
