Book of Mormon Cruise
Join John Bytheway and Bountiful Travel on a Book of Mormon cruise adventure. This 8-day cruise aboard Sun Princess departs Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, with stops in Belize, Honduras, Mexico, and Celebration Key in the Bahamas. See some of the best Mayan sites that can be seen from a cruise ship and learn how they may have related to the peoples of the Book of Mormon. During the days on the ship, you will have the opportunity to attend Book of Mormon classes taught by John. You will love the private tours we offer in each stop. This is a great ship for families and fun. Our presenter brings the scriptures to life as he teaches onboard the ship and on site. Bring your family on a Book of Mormon cruise as we explore the Caribbean on this amazing ship!
Day 1SATURDAY, JANUARY 15
Depart Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Meet up with us onboard the ship before we depart from Ft. Lauderdale.
Day 2SUNDAY, JANUARY 16
Day At Sea
Book of Mormon Seminars during the day.
Day 3MONDAY, JANUARY 17
Belize City, Belize
Take an exciting speedboat ride down the New River to get to the amazing Maya ruins of Lamanai. These ruins date back to the Book of Mormon time period. Climb the huge temples, search for howler monkeys or just enjoy the beautiful jungle setting. We enjoy an authentic Belizean lunch. This is a can’t-miss excursion when visiting the Western Caribbean. This tour is consistently rated very highly by our guests. Tour Price: TBD, lunch included.
Day 4TUESDAY, JANUARY 18
Roatan (Isla Tropicale), Honduras
Today we get to spend time relaxing and enjoying time on the beach. We are taken to a great beach where you have your own beach chair and can enjoy spending the time as you desire. Lunch and a beverage are included with your tour. You can rent snorkeling equipment for an additional fee. Tour Price: TBD, lunch included. Roatan Zipline(optional): Add a thrilling zipline adventure to your island tour. Zipline through the jungles from 13 different platforms. The zipline is located just a few minutes away from the beach. For those doing the zipline, you go to the zipline right before lunch. We then bring you back to the beach. The price is an additional $45 per person. You pay cash for this when you get to the zipline.
Day 5WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 19
Cozumel, Mexico
We take a ferry from Cozumel to the mainland and visit the ruins of Tulum. The Tulum Mayan ruins offer an amazing view of the Caribbean Sea and transport you back to ancient times. We enjoy lunch on our tour and spend time learning about those who lived here. Tour Price: TBD, lunch included.
Day 6THURSDAY, JANUARY 20
Day At Sea
Book of Mormon Seminars at Sea.
Day 7FRIDAY, JANUARY 21
Celebration Key, Bahamas
Enjoy a day ashore at Celebration Key, Bahamas. Relax on the beach, take in the island atmosphere, and make the most of your time before sailing back toward Ft. Lauderdale.
Day 8SATURDAY, JANUARY 22✈ Travel
Arrive Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Arrive in Ft. Lauderdale. Make your own way to the airport for your flight back home.
Ship Information: Sun Princess
Sun Princess is one of Princess Cruises' newest ships, with more than 1,500 crew ready to help you enjoy your time aboard. You have lots of dining options, many venues for live music and an amazing theater to catch great shows. You can also take advantage of the pools and hot tubs.
Princess Cruises · Sun Princess
Lead ship of the new Sphere class, the largest Princess ship, with a domed glass Piazza.
What's included
- Port charges
- Book of Mormon seminars onboard
Not included
- Shore excursions
- Airfare to and from the tour
- Gratuities
- ID / Passport
- PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED and should be valid 6 months after the end of the tour.
- Tips & Gratuities
- Terms and Conditions: Advertised rates INCLUDE port charges but DO NOT INCLUDE shore excursions, airfare, or gratuities.
- Physical Requirements
- Must be able to climb stairs and walk unassisted at moderate pace; 3-5 miles per day
- Cancellation Policy
Deposits are refundable prior to the final payment date, less a $50 cancellation fee, unless otherwise noted as non-refundable. After final payment, all payments are non-refundable — see our Terms & Conditions for the full deposit and cancellation policy.
- Airfare
Guests are responsible for arranging their own airfare to the tour’s starting destination and home from its ending destination. Airfare is not included in the trip price.
This trip follows our standard physical requirements and cancellation policies — see our Terms & Conditions. Anything specific to this trip is noted above and takes precedence.
| Price per person | |
|---|---|
| Inside · Double occupancy | $1,249 |
| Call for triple and quad pricing. | |
| Standard balcony · Double occupancy | $1,909 |
| Call for triple and quad pricing. | |
| Window · Double occupancy | $1,439 |
| Call for triple and quad pricing. | |
| Cove balcony · Double occupancy | $1,679 |
| Call for triple and quad pricing. | |
Reserve with a $250 deposit per person; final payment due 09/10/2027.
*Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.
John Bytheway
Born and raised in Salt Lake City, served mission in Philippines. Attended University of Utah and graduated from BYU. Co-host of Follow Him podcast with Hank Smith. Taught Book of Mormon and New Testament at BYU and BYU Salt Lake Center since 1996. Master's Degree in Religious Education (2003). Author of two dozen+ books and CDs. Enjoys golf, writing, reading, banjo and guitar. Founding member of Andy Griffith Show Re-run Watchers Club. Former bishop, recently released from Young Men's General Advisory Council. Spouse Kim; children served missions in France, Iceland, Tahiti, West Virginia, and…
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