British Isles & Early Church History Cruise

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British Isles & Early Church History Cruise

9-Night Cruise

08/01/2025 - 08/10/2025

Casey Griffiths

All Rates are per person based on double occupancy. Call for rates on 3rd and 4th persons in same cabin.

CABIN TYPE CRUISE RATES
Inside $1,259.00 per person
Ocean View $1,459.00 per person
Balcony $1,789.00 per person
Taxes & Govt. Fees $435.05 per person

Terms and Conditions: Advertised rates INCLUDE port charges but DO NOT INCLUDE shore excursions, airfare, or gratuities. A $400.00 deposit, per person, is required to reserve your space.

Final payment is due April 24, 2025. Deposit is refundable prior to final payment without penalty. Within three months of the cruise, the tours and cruise are non-refundable. Space can be recalled at anytime before the sail date so BOOK EARLY!

Passports: Passports are required for this sailing and must be good for at least 6 months prior to the end of the cruise.

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All Rates are per person based on double occupancy. Call for rates on 3rd and 4th persons in same cabin.

CABIN TYPE CRUISE RATES
Inside $1,259.00 per person
Ocean View $1,459.00 per person
Balcony $1,789.00 per person
Taxes & Govt. Fees $435.05 per person

Terms and Conditions: Advertised rates INCLUDE port charges but DO NOT INCLUDE shore excursions, airfare, or gratuities. A $400.00 deposit, per person, is required to reserve your space.

Final payment is due April 24, 2025. Deposit is refundable prior to final payment without penalty. Within three months of the cruise, the tours and cruise are non-refundable. Space can be recalled at anytime before the sail date so BOOK EARLY!

Passports: Passports are required for this sailing and must be good for at least 6 months prior to the end of the cruise.

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Sail with John Hilton III and Casey Griffiths as they enlighten and uplift our group with their informative and humorous lectures on sea days. You will love John’s uplifting, enlightening presentations. Casey is very engaging and an expert in early Church History in the British Isles. Join our optional private tours at each of the ports to make the most of this incredible journey. In Greenock (Glasgow) walk along the banks of Loch Lomond and see Kilchurn Castle. Kiss the Blarney Stone in Cork. Check out the incredible architecture, museums and galleries in historic Liverpool. Savor onboard evening shows, endless gourmet delights, and private lectures from John & Casey. Join John, Casey, and our adventurous LDS group as we create memories to last a lifetime.

Join us for a 2-night pre-cruise tour of London & Canterbury!

Itinerary

Day 1 : Depart Dover, (London), England

August 1, 2025 (Friday)

If you are not joining us on the pre-cruise tour, meet up with us onboard the ship.

Day 2 : Fun Day at Sea

August 2, 2025 (Saturday)

Seminars at sea by Casey Griffiths and John Hilton III.

Day 3 : Cork Cobh, Ireland

August 3, 2025 (Sunday)

This tour begins with a scenic drive through the Irish countryside on our way to Cork City where we enjoy the sights from our coach. We plan to attend Sacrament Meeting with a local church unit. We continue to the village of Blarney. We visit the famous Blarney Castle. Those who wish can kiss the famous Blarney Stone or just take in the scenery from atop the ramparts. We have time to walk around the grounds or shop at the Blarney Woolen Mills. Our tour ends with another opportunity to enjoy the Irish countryside as we return to the port of Cobh. Tour Price: $110 per person when paying by check or ACH.

Day 4 : Holyhead, Wales

August 4, 2025 (Monday)

Today is an opportunity to see and explore a portion of Northern Wales. We visit the town of Conwy. It was built in the 1200s and one of the best castles of Wales is found here. We have the opportunity to walk along the castle walls and enjoy the views. We visit Betws-Y-Coed another interesting town. We see the Denorwig Valley and go to Snowdonia National Park. We spend time in Caernarfon which is another town from the 1200s. We make a short stop in the town of Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch. Yep, no typo here, this is the town with the longest name in all of the UK. Price: $130 per person when paying by check or ACH

Day 5 : Liverpool, England

August 5, 2025 (Tuesday)

Today we focus on early church history in Great Britain. We come away with a greater understanding of how the church developed in this area as we learn about the Liverpool and Preston areas. Our LDS guide is very knowledgeable and he shares many things with us at every stop. We walk along the the famous Royal Albert Dock where many saints boarded ships for America. We drive to St. Leonard's Church in Downham and learn of some miracles that took place here. We make a short photo stop at the Preston Temple and see the footbridge over the River Ribble (where the first baptisms in England were performed). We enjoy lunch at Avenham Park and see the plaques dedicated to early saints. Then we return to our cruise ship. Tour Price: TBD

Day 6 : Douglas, Isle of Man, United Kingdom

August 6, 2025 (Wednesday)

Get in touch with your Viking and Celtic heritage while visiting the Isle of Man. Museums, castles and more are available for your enlightenment. Explore this island haven on your own.

Day 7 : Greenock (Glasgow), Scotland

August 7, 2025 (Thursday)

Come prepared for adventure. We journey into the Scottish Highlands. We visit Trossarchs National Park and perhaps more notably we have the opportunity to take a photo along the "bonnie banks of Loch Lomond." The haunting melody carries us along as we make our way to Kilchurn Castle. We take a short, flat hike through the Scottish Country side to reach Kilchurn Castle. The access to the castle is sometimes affected by water levels on Loch Awe, but we do our best to walk up to these isolated ruins. Following this experience, we go to the town of Inveraray and enjoy time on our own for shopping or for an additional fee, exploring Inveraray Castle itself. As we journey back toward our cruise ship, we stop at Rest and Be Thankful, a well-known viewpoint, for a photo. Our final stop is the tranquil village of Luss. You can stroll on the white sandy beach or just enjoy the beautiful setting. Price: $110 per person.

Day 8 : Belfast, Northern Ireland

August 8, 2025 (Friday)

Today we board our bus for a tour of the city of Belfast. We see sites such as Stormont, City Hall, Queens University, The Falls, Shankill Road with the peace wall and the renowned Belfast Murals. Our guide shares the turbulent and amazing history of Belfast, before releasing us for some free time for shopping or eating. Next we head to the Titanic Centre. This incredible museum brings the story of the Titanic to life. In the self-guided Titanic Experience you uncover the sights, sounds, smells and stories of the ship, as well as the people and the city that made her. You learn about those who sailed on the Titanic on that fateful day. Following this experience, we return to our own ship. Price: TBD

Day 9 : Fun Day at Sea

August 9, 2025 (Saturday)

Take part in our seminars at sea and explore everything the Carnival Miracle has to offer while you're on board!

Day 10 : Arrival in Dover (London), England

August 10, 2025 (Sunday)

Disembark and make your own way to the airport for your flight home.

Information

Ship Information: Carnival Miracle

 

Carnival Miracle takes you to another world. Not only will you visit incredible locations, but you will enjoy the onboard spaces inspired by elements of fantasy. You can take in one of the shows at the Phantom Lounge or relax by one of the pools. Tantalize your taste buds with everything from pizza to sushi.

Pricing

All Rates are per person based on double occupancy. Call for rates on 3rd and 4th persons in same cabin.

CABIN TYPE CRUISE RATES
Inside $1,259.00 per person
Ocean View $1,459.00 per person
Balcony $1,789.00 per person
Taxes & Govt. Fees $435.05 per person

Terms and Conditions: Advertised rates INCLUDE port charges but DO NOT INCLUDE shore excursions, airfare, or gratuities. A $400.00 deposit, per person, is required to reserve your space.

Final payment is due April 24, 2025. Deposit is refundable prior to final payment without penalty. Within three months of the cruise, the tours and cruise are non-refundable. Space can be recalled at anytime before the sail date so BOOK EARLY!

Passports: Passports are required for this sailing and must be good for at least 6 months prior to the end of the cruise.

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Casey Paul Griffiths is an Assistant Teaching Professor of Church History and Doctrine at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. He is a director of BYU’s Church History Travel Study, leader of the BYU Interfaith Outreach efforts to Community of Christ, and President of the BYU Latter-day Saint Educators Society. He is the author of numerous books and articles on Latter-day Saint history, including What You Don’t Know About the 100 Most Important Events in Church History, authored with Susan Easton Black and Mary Jane Woodger. He has been a popular speaker and session director with EFY and BYU Education Week for nearly two decades, and has traveled around the world presenting his research and speaking on the history of the Latter-day Saints. He lives in Saratoga Springs with his wife, Elizabeth, and their four adorable children.
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John Hilton III is a Professor of Religious Education at Brigham Young University. John and his wife Lani have six children. They have lived in Boise, Boston, Miami, Mexico, Jerusalem and China. John has a Masters degree from Harvard and a Ph.D from BYU, both in Education. John has published several books, including Considering the Cross: How Calvary Connects Us with Christ. He is also the author of the video course and podcast “Seeking Jesus.” John loves teaching, reading, spending time with his family, doing humanitarian work, snowboarding, and practicing magic tricks.
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British Isles & Early Church History Cruise - 9-Night Cruise

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