Journeys of Paul Cruise
Journeys of Paul Cruise
Join Dave Hadlock and Bountiful Travel for the ultimate Journeys of Paul cruise. Enjoy the ancient ruins of Philippi. Stroll the streets of Ephesus and truly walk where Paul once walked. Explore the highlights of Thessaloniki. Travel to the old city of Rhodes. Visit the ancient city of Corinth and the Athenian Acropolis (Mars Hill). Savor onboard evening shows, endless gourmet delights, and private lectures with our special trip host. Join Bountiful Travel and our adventurous LDS group as we create memories to last a lifetime! The New Testament will come to life as you journey through the Mediterranean.
We are offering a 1-night Athens pre-cruise hotel and transfer.
Join us for a 1-night post-cruise tour of Athens & Corinth!
Main trip
Day 1 : Athens (Piraeus), Greece
If you did not sign up with Bountiful Travel for the pre-cruise hotel & transfer, meet up with us onboard the ship.
Day 2 : Kavala, Greece
Our journey takes us to the ancient city of Philippi. Full tour description coming soon. Price: TBD
Day 3 : Thessaloniki, Greece
Our explorations today include many places the apostle Paul was known to have been as well as some traditional locations. Sites may include the Vlatadon Monastery, Church of St. Demetrius, and the Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki. Actual tour description will appear here when it is available. Price: TBD
Day 4 : At Sea
Seminars at sea.
Day 5 : Mykonos, Greece
Mykonos is a charming town with much to explore on your own. You can walk through the narrow streets in search of something tasty or shop for the perfect souvenir. The iconic windmills are also great for a photo stop.
Day 6 : Rhodes, Greece
You can spend the day imagining what this area must have been like during its peak. Explore Mandraki Old Harbor, where, according to tradition, the Colossus of Rhodes once stood. Visit the village and acropolis of Lindos. Full tour description will be posted when available. Tour Price: TBD
Day 7 : Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey
Our tour takes us to one of the most impressive archaeological sites in the world, Ephesus. We tour the terrace houses that are part of the Ephesus site. We see the Odeon, the marble street where Paul held daily discussions, the Library of Celcus, the Temple of Hadrian and the great theater. We spend several hours strolling through this site. Following this we board the bus for a quick photo stop at the Artemision or Temple of Artemis. We return to the port at Kusadasi and you have the option of remaining on land for shopping or boarding the ship and relaxing. Tour Price: $TBD
Day 8 : Santorini, Greece
We are picked up from the old port of Fira where we take a water taxi to Athinios port and our bus. We enjoy a guided walk through the quiet, picturesque village of Magalochori. Following our visit we drive to Profitis Ilias. the highest point on the island, for a scenic photo stop. Our next stop takes us to the Monolithos Black Beach (no swimming) where we have a short time to enjoy the water and beach. We then journey to Oia, the northern most village where we see the classic blue domed buildings, the ruins of a Venetian castle and admire the breathtaking view over the caldera. We have time on our own to explore or eat. We take in any sights we might have missed as we enjoy the journey back to the port. Tour Price: TBD
Day 9 : At Sea
Seminars at sea.
Day 10 : Athens (Piraeus), Greece
If you are not joining us for the post-cruise tour of Athens & Corinth, make your own way to the airport for your flight home.
Celebrity Cruises · Celebrity Infinity
The Celebrity Infinity is a Millennium-class ship, recently refreshed in Celebrity's 'Revolution' program that reworked its cabins and public rooms. Dining includes the main restaurant, the casual Oceanview Café, and the Tuscan Grill steakhouse, with Café al Bacio for coffee and the Rendezvous Lounge and Martini Bar for the evening circuit. The Revolution work added the Rooftop Terrace, a top-deck gathering space with seating, a bar, and movie nights. There's also a full Spa and a main theater for the nightly shows. At roughly 2,100 guests, it's easy to keep our group together and get to know fellow travelers.
What's included
- Port charges
- Seminars at sea
- Onboard entertainment and dining
Not included
- Shore excursions
- Airfare
- Gratuities
- ID / Passport
- Required; must be valid at least 6 months past cruise end date
- Tips & Gratuities
- Not included
- Physical Requirements
- Due to the nature of this tour you must be able to climb stairs and walk unassisted at a moderate pace. You will walk 4-7 miles per day.
- Cancellation Policy
Land tour deposits are non-refundable. Cruise deposits are refundable with a $50 cancellation penalty. See terms and conditions for more information.
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 | $2,277.30 |
| Can accommodate up to 4 people. Bed and size configurations may vary. | |
| Balcony | Call for pricing |
| Window · Double occupancy | $2,422.30 |
| Can accommodate up to 4 people. Bed and size configurations may vary. | |
Reserve with a $450 deposit per person; final payment due 07/12/2027.
*Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.
Optional experiences
Enhance your journey with these optional extensions. Your travel consultant will confirm pricing and help you add any of them.
 Pre-trip: 1-night Athens pre-cruise hotel & transfer (1 night) | On request |
Post-trip: 1-night post-cruise tour of Athens & Corinth (1 night) | On request |
Dave Hadlock
Dave has spent more than 20 years leading tours to religious and historical sites. Before founding Bountiful Travel, he worked as a guide for several LDS tour operators, developing a reputation for thoughtful teaching, deep scriptural insight, and a relaxed, engaging style. His passion for teaching began during his time as a missionary. His academic background includes graduate work toward a Master's degree in Ancient Near Eastern Studies, with an emphasis in Biblical Hebrew. He has led more than 100 tour groups to Israel and other locations over the past two decades. When he's not teaching or…
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