Panama Canal - Book of Mormon Cruise
Panama Canal - Book of Mormon Cruise
Join John Bytheway and Dave Hadlock on a Book of Mormon cruise adventure. This 10-night cruise departs out of Miami, Florida. It includes stops in Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica and of course, Panama. During the days on the ship, you'll have the opportunity to attend Book of Mormon classes taught by John. You will love the private tours we offer in each stop. John & Dave will bring the scriptures to life as they teach onboard the ship and on site. Join us on a Book of Mormon cruise as we explore the Caribbean and traverse a portion of the Panama Canal.
This cruise is a little bit more expensive than a typical Book of Mormon or Panama Canal Cruise. Oceania Cruise Line is a fairly high-end cruise line with very good food. Come join us :).
Day 1 : Depart Miami, Florida
Meet up with us onboard the ship.
Day 2 : At Sea
Book of Mormon Seminars at Sea with John and Dave.
Day 3 : 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. Our LDS guide offers many insights as we walk around the ruins and imagine what life was like in those times. We enjoy lunch on our tour and spend time learning about those who lived here. We also visit a cenote and those who wish to enjoy the cool waters should come prepared with a towel and swimwear. Tour Price: $200 per person, lunch included
Day 4 : Puerto Costa Maya, Mexico
On this tour we enjoy the jungle setting of Chacchoben and its majestic ruins. This site existed during the late Book of Mormon times. Learn how the structures and rituals of the Maya relate to the Book of Mormon and LDS beliefs. After visiting the ruins, we travel to a little Maya village where we have the opportunity to see how the Maya lived. We enjoy an amazing, traditional Maya lunch and may even join in making the corn tortillas. The Maya experience at the village has become a favorite for many guests. Tour Price: $130 per person. Lunch is included.
Day 5 : Harvest Caye, Belize
Spend the day on your own exploring Harvest Caye, a private island owned by the cruise line. You can kayak, snorkel, zip-line, relax on the beach and much more.
Day 6 : Santo Tomas, Guatemala
We travel into the heart of Guatemala and embark on a great adventure. We learn about interesting aspects of the local culture and customs. We stop at a local fruit stand and you can buy all sorts of exotic fruits. We travel to Quiriguá Mayan UNESCO site and visit these ruins. We have lunch together on the banks of the Rio Dulce. Then we board a boat and travel the Rio Dulce. We take in contrasting sites such as the ancient San Felipe de Lara Castle and the modern bridge spanning the river. After filling our eyes with the wonders of the diverse flora and fauna of the area, we arrive at the town of Livingston. After this stop, we return to our boat and make our way back to the port. Tour Price: $200 per person, lunch included
Day 7 : Roatan, Honduras
Today we enjoy a tour around the island. We also visit the monkey and sloth reserve. You won't be able to hold the sloths, but you can get close enough for some great pictures. We then spend time relaxing and enjoying time on the beach. You will have your own beach chair. We also eat lunch here. Lunch and a beverage are included with your tour. You can rent snorkeling equipment for an additional fee. Tour Price: $75 per person, 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 8 : At Sea
Book of Mormon Seminars at Sea with John and Dave.
Day 9 : Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
Limón is the capital of Costa Rica. The options for today are seemingly endless. The hardest part is deciding what to for the day. Go on a jungle adventure or take a city tour. You are on your own in this beautiful place.
Day 10 : Panama Canal Transit & Panama City
Today we watch with fascination as our ship transits the Panama Canal. This man made waterway opened up maritime travel and transport. Following our transit through the Panama Canal, we dock in Panama City.
Day 11 : Panama City, Panama
Make your own way to the airport for your flights home.
Ship Information: Oceania Marina
The Marina is the epitome of the Oceania experience. It is a luxurious cruise ship and holds up to 1,250 guests. The decor is elegant and filled with beautiful finishing touches. Enjoy fresh baguettes day and night. Delicious food abounds as you sail in luxury.
Oceania Cruises · Marina
Oceania's Marina is a smaller, upscale ship — roughly 1,250 guests — built around fine cuisine and unhurried days at sea. Its restaurants include the Grand Dining Room, the Polo Grill steakhouse, Toscana for Italian, Red Ginger for Asian dishes, and Jacques, the French venue created by chef Jacques Pépin. The pace is quiet and refined rather than flashy: attentive service, generous public rooms, and time to linger. A ship this size makes it simple to keep our group close, share a table, and get to know fellow travelers over the course of the voyage.
What's included
- Port charges
- $200 onboard credit per stateroom
- Book of Mormon seminars at sea
Not included
- Shore excursions
- Airfare
- Gratuities
- Optional activities (Roatan zipline $45, cash on-site)
- ID / Passport
- Passports are required for this sailing.
- Tips & Gratuities
- Terms and Conditions: Advertised rates INCLUDE port charges but DO NOT INCLUDE shore excursions, airfare, or gratuities.
- Physical Requirements
- Ability to walk unassisted 2-5 miles per day on cruise excursions
- 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 | |
|---|---|
| Balcony · Double occupancy | $4,899 |
| Call for triple and quad pricing. | |
| Inside | Call for pricing |
Reserve with a $500 deposit per person; final payment due 09/29/2026.
*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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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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