A Mediterranean Dream – Cruise Rome, Athens, Jerusalem, Ephesus, Galilee & More – March 3-17, 2012 – SOLD OUT
Are you ready to cruise in 2012? Your expert host will take you to places that people dream of seeing. You will cruise in luxury to Italy, Israel, Greece, and Turkey for an incredible price! Holy Land presentations will be available to entertain and to educate during days at sea. Costa Cruise lines will transport you from port to port in comfort and elegance.
Itinerary:
March 3 – Fly from your home city to Rome, Italy. Departures from other US cities are available.
March 4 – Arrive in Rome and transfer to your hotel. Overnight and rest before departing on your grand Mediterranean adventure!
March 5 – Awake and enjoy a city tour of Rome. The Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountains, and the Roman Pantheon will start your tour off on the right foot. Next you will drive down to the cruise port and board your luxurious floating hotel – the Costa Serena! (B, Cruise Meals)
March 6 - Savona, Italy-Monte Carlo, Monaco - You will arrive in Savona and disembark the ship this morning. You will drive through the Italian Riviera and enter France at the Ventimiglia boarder. From here you will see dramatic landscape as you drive to the principality of Monaco. Here you will explore the old city, see the magnificent botanical garden, a visit to St Nicholas Cathedral, and the Palace with the changing of the guards. After lunch you will explore the city and the small shops. Mid afternoon we will return to the ship. (Cruise Meals)
*Clients enjoying the stunning views of Monaco to the left.
March 7 - Enjoy a relaxing day at sea. (Cruise Meals)
March 8 – Olympia, Greece – Today you will disembark to see Olympia, Greece. Here in 776 BC the Olympic Games were begun in honor of Zeus. You will visit the ruins of the temple of Hera, the Prytaneion, the Bouleuterion, and the 1st stadium (where perhaps the men of the group will re-enact the Olympic Games). Of course the ruins of the temple of Zeus are a must see. (Cruise Meals)
March 9 – Enjoy a relaxing day at sea. (Cruise Meals)
March 10 - Haifa and Galilee, Israel – Arrive in the port of Haifa. You will view the beautiful gardens of the famous Bahai faith. Travel next to the Sea of Galilee. Here visit the Mt of Beatitudes where Christ taught the multitude. Next the ruins of Capernaum where Christ lived, performed many of his miracles, and recruited his first followers among the fisherman. Sail upon the Sea of Galilee and remember Christ Calming the storm, and also walking on water. You will view the beautiful Golan Heights and visit the Jordan River. (Cruise Meals)
March 11 – Jerusalem, Israel - You will leave the ship this morning and drive to Jerusalem. From the Mt. of Olives you will have your first view of the City of Gold, Jerusalem. You will descend down the Mount as Jesus did to Gethsemane where Christ suffered for us all. We will visit the Western (Wailing) Wall, most holy site for all of Judaism. Here Jews pray daily for the return of the temple and the Great Messiah. The Upper Room is nearby where the Savior met with his Apostles for Passover and there teach the new law, the sacrament. We will visit Golgotha traditional site of the terrible crucifixion. Nearby we will visit the peaceful Garden Tomb and remember the glorious message “He is not here, He has risen”. What a spiritually filled day. There will be time for shopping prior to leaving for the ship. (Cruise Meals)
March 12 – Enjoy a relaxing day at sea. (Cruise Meals)
March 13 - Izmir, Turkey – Today you travel into Ephesus to see some incredible ruins. It was here where Paul spent two years of his life preaching and teaching the words of Christ. Turkey is a beautiful country. Shopping time will also be available today. Turkish rugs anyone? (Cruise Meals)
March 14 – Glorious Athens!!! - Here you will visit the Acropolis, walk through the Propylaia with its temple to Nike, and then to behold the Parthenon which in ancient times housed the statue of Athena. You will have time to explore this magnificent structure and be overwhelmed by its history. Nearby is the Erechtheion where the gods and heroes worshipped. This building is famous for the Athenian maidens, the Karyatids, stand in their glory. Nearby you will stand on Mars Hill, where the Apostle Paul stood and taught the Greeks about the Unknown God. After lunch you will have time to explore the shops of Athens. (Cruise Meals)
March 15 – Enjoy a relaxing day at sea. (Cruise Meals)
March 16 – Rome, Italy – Today you enter the eternal city of Rome! So much awaits in Rome. You will be amazed as you see the Colosseum, the Vatican, the Sistine Chapel, and so much more. Fresh pizza and stunning architecture make for an incredible tourist destination. (B)
March 17 - Fly home from Rome with new friends and great memories! (B)
*We will have our own private group shore excursions that will be available. The Jerusalem shore excursion is included but the others will be extra. More information and pricing to come soon!
Costa Serena Ship: Let yourself be seduced by the unique elegance and enticing atmosphere of the goddess of the sea: Costa Serena is a ship inspired by classical legends. Jupiter, Apollo, Bacchus, Clio… all the divinities of the ancient world will captivate you with their singular charm and golden aura in every area of the ship.
A ship inspired by fun, well-being and relaxation: restaurants, spacious, panoramic decks, swimming pools covered by a sliding glass roof, virtual reality and sports areas in which to challenge your friends as you sail the ocean waves.
6,000 square metres of space devoted to well-being and arranged across two floors, one measuring 2,100 square metres, entirely given over to the Samsara Spa, one of the largest spas currently in existence on a cruise ship.
Your Host: James Ferrell
James L. Ferrell is the author of several religious and national bestsellers, including The Peacegiver, The Holy Secret, and The Hidden Christ. His newest book, Falling to Heaven, will be published in February of 2012. He is a graduate of Brigham Young University and Yale Law School and is a founding partner of a global consulting firm that specializes in peace building. He and his wife, Jackie, are the parents of five children.
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Round trip airfare from Most US Cities - Included In Cruise Price
Inside Cabins (Double Occupancy) - $2650 (includes cruise and air for $2099 and taxes of $551)
Outside Cabins (Double Occupancy) – additional $200
Balcony Cabins (Double Occupancy) – additional $680
Credit Card Fee - $70 (only applies to final payment-pay by check to avoid it)
Group Shore Excursion Package (Jerusalem already included) - Prices Coming Soon
Rome Pre and Post Tour - Price Coming Soon
Deposit Required - $1400
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*Trip cancellation and emergency insurance available *Passports are required *Full payment due 90 days before departure. *Cancellation charges: non-refundable after deposit and final payment is made Click Here for Current Airline Baggage Fees Click Here For Terms and Conditions