Journeys of Paul Cruise with Guest Speaker Rev. Williams Sachs

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10 Days Starting from $3798 (Taxes & Fees Apply)

Tour: TJ27 Code: X

Join us for the Journeys of Paul Cruise with Guest Speaker Rev. Williams Sachs aboard the Celebrity Equinox starting at $5,298* from New York on April 30, 2027. You will see Valletta, Athens, Kusadasi, Santorini, Mykonos, Olympia, Rome, and much more!

The Rev. William Sachs, PhD is an Episcopal priest, author, and consultant. He has served parishes in Virginia, Connecticut, and Chicago. He recently retired after serving St. Stephen’s Church, Richmond, Virginia, a parish of over 4,000 members. He has directed varied research projects and formation programs on leadership, spiritual growth, religious trends, and interfaith relations. He has been Visiting Professor at Virginia Theological Seminary and at Yale Divinity School. He serves on the Council of the University of Chicago Divinity School. He is a member of the North American Committee for St. George’s College, Jerusalem. He has led parish, diocesan, and non-profit group retreats and planning meetings.

Sachs consults with Family Health International, an international health and medical research group. He conducted USAID-funded research on the response to HIV/AIDS by religious groups in seven countries and sits on the Protection of Human Subjects Committee which reviews HIV/AIDS research. He is a trustee of the Elizabeth Raymond Ambler Charitable Trust of Wilton, Connecticut.

He is the author or editor of thirteen books and has written over 200 articles, reviews, reports, chapters, and essays on Anglicanism, pluralism, minority rights and leadership. In part his writing has grown out of research projects in Britain, Asia and the Middle East. A contributor to the Oxford Guide to the Book of Common Prayer and the Wiley-Blackwell Guide to the Anglican Communion, he is an editor of the Oxford History of Anglicanism.

He is an avid traveler for refreshment and for intercultural and interfaith discovery. He has led various travel groups to the Middle East and has spoken before groups, conferences, churches, schools, and businesses in Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Pakistan, Qatar, and Turkey. He has taken sabbatical time at Rikkyo University in Japan.

Sachs received the PhD at the University of Chicago in modern religious history after earning degrees from Baylor, Vanderbilt, and Yale. A native of Richmond, Virginia, he is married to Melinda Fitzgerald, who lives in Williamsburg, Virginia.

3 domestic flights — already included in your price

Most travelers don’t realize how far apart these cities are — or how much domestic flights cost when booked independently. These tickets run $300–500 per person and require separate booking, check-in, and logistics.

In this tour, domestic flights are included in your price. We book them on your behalf. You don’t search, you don’t book, you don’t pay extra. You just show up.

That’s $600–1000 in flights per couple — already taken care of.

Accommodations

Accommodations in 4- and 5-star hotels

Meals

Breakfasts and dinners (buffet style) at the hotels

Transportation

Luxury, air-conditioned buses

Group Size

20-30

Language

English and Spanish

Pets

Not allowed

Age Range

8–79 (years)

Season

All

The more of you there are — the less each person pays

This tour is built for groups. Whether you’re a couple, a family, or an entire congregation — the price per person drops as your group grows. Send us your group size and we’ll send back an exact quote.

Group Size	Price Per Person	Note
2 people	From $3,899	Starting price
4 people	From $3,299	Price drops per person
6 people	From $2,999	Better savings
10–19 people	Request quote — best value	Recommended group size
20+ people	Custom pricing	Extended itinerary available →

✦ GROUP OF 20+? We can extend your journey to 10–14 days, add exclusive destinations, and offer our best group pricing. Contact us for a custom group proposal →

Exact pricing depends on group size, travel dates, and departure city. Send us your details — we’ll respond with a full quote within 48 hours.

Your dates. Your pace. Your group.

No fixed departures — that’s intentional. This tour is available year-round. You choose the dates that work for your family, your church, or your travel group. We build everything around your schedule.

Best months to travel:

April – June: mild weather, blooming landscapes, fewer crowds
September – November: warm days, cool evenings, post-summer calm
December – March: lowest prices, quietest sites — ideal for smaller groups

Popular months (April–June and September–October) fill up weeks in advance. The sooner you send us your dates — the more options we can offer.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Everything is organized. You focus on the experience

Included in your tour price:

All Inclusive Pricing
Fuel Surcharges and Gov't Taxes
International Airfare from NY
Meals on Ship
First Class Hotels
Port Charges
Cruise
Select Shore Excursions
Overseas Transfers

Not included (paid separately):

Tour Itinerary

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Journeys of Paul Cruise with Guest Speaker Rev. Williams Sachs | April 30, 2027
Day 1
Depart the USA

Transportation:

Airplane, bus

Events:

Depart the USA.
Day 2
Arrive in Barcelona

Transportation:

Bus

Events:

Arrive in Barcelona and transfer to the port to board the Celebrity Equinox.

Meals:

Dinner
Day 3
At Sea

Transportation:

Bus

Events:

Enjoy your day at sea.

Meals:

Breakfast. Dinner.
Day 4
Valletta, Malta

Transportation:

Bus, airplane

Events:

Embark on a narrated tour of Valletta, the capital of Malta, and a city replete with medieval charm and extravagantly grand architecture. No exploration would be complete without a visit to Valletta’s crowning jewel, St. John’s Co-Cathedral. This baroque masterpiece was commissioned in 1572 by Grand Master Jean de la Cassiere for the Knights of St John. In fact, several Knights donated gifts of art to ensure it was adorned with only the finest works. Continue to Casa Rocca Piccola, a historic home offering a unique glimpse into the lives of Maltese nobility over the past 400 years. Enjoy a little free time to explore the area before heading to the imposing Mediterranean Conference Center. Set overlooking the Grand Harbour, it was originally built as a hospital for the Order of St. John of Jerusalem and was considered one of the finest in Europe during the 1600s.

Meals:

Breakfast. Dinner.
Day 5
At Sea

Transportation:

Bus

Events:

Enjoy your day at sea.

Meals:

Breakfast. Dinner.
Day 6
Athens, Greece

Transportation:

Bus

Events:

Discover the rich architectural splendor of the ancient city of Athens as you explore the world-renowned Acropolis, the Propylaea, the Parthenon and the Erectheum. Stand on Mars Hill as the apostle Paul did when he proclaimed, "I found an altar with this inscription, TO THE UNKNOWN GOD. Whom therefore ye ignorantly worship, him declare I unto you". Also view the House of Parliament, the Presidential Palace, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. This afternoon tours the city of Corinth, where the apostle Paul met fellow tentmakers Aquila and Priscilla and received a vision from the Lord saying, "I am with thee, and no man shall set on thee to hurt thee: for I have much people in this city". As Paul spoke, Crispus (chief ruler of the synagogue) and many others believed and were baptized, establishing the church at Corinth to whom Paul later wrote his two epistles. Discover the Archaeological Museum, Market Place and Temples. As you walk among the ruins, stand on the Bema, where the apostle Paul stood before Gallio to face charges brought against him by the Jews.

Meals:

Breakfast.
Day 7
Santorini, Greece

Transportation:

Bus

Events:

Dock in Santorini today, one of the most beautiful of the Greek islands, where picturesque, whitewashed villages topped with brilliant blue domes stand in stark contrast to the sheer-drop cliffs overlooking the Aegean Sea. The island itself perches on the edges of a volcano whose eruption 3,500 years ago is thought to have led to the collapse of the Minoan civilization. Explore the island on your own or join one of the optional excursions available for purchase on board. Shore excursions are not included today and can be purchased directly from Celebrity.

Meals:

Breakfast.
Day 8
Kusadasi, Turkiye

Transportation:

Bus

Events:

Ephesus was the leading one of the Seven Churches of Revelation and was once a bustling port town with wide, colonnade-bordered streets and had a population of 250,000. Spectacular excavations in the last 110 years have revealed much of the glory of ancient Ephesus, including the huge Agora and the Library, much has been lost. Explore the ancient site virtually at the Ephesus Experience Museum where you will see life in Paul’s time. We will view the terrace houses, also known as "the house of the rich," which gives a true impression of the ancient lifestyle. The ancient world once declared the Temple of Artemis to be one of the Seven Wonders of the World but today, only a single column remains to mark its site. After enjoying Ephesus, you will embark on another Turkish experience at the Carpet factory for a local lunch and a presentation. 

Meals:

Breakfast.
Day 9
Mykonos, Greece

Transportation:

Bus

Events:

Arrive today at the world-famous Greek Island of Mykonos, where gleaming whitewashed buildings seem to climb atop each other to reach the azure sky. Admire its many hills dotted with iconic windmills. Explore the island on your own or join one of the optional excursions available for purchase on board. Shore excursions are not included today and can be purchased directly from Celebrity.

Meals:

Breakfast.
Day 10
At Sea

Transportation:

Bus

Events:

Enjoy your day at sea.

Meals:

Breakfast.
Day 11
Rome Italy

Transportation:

Bus

Events:

Disembark the Celebrity Equinox this morning. History is woven through the streets and neighborhoods of Rome as in no other city. Today you’ll explore the many wonders of ancient Rome when you visit the magnificent Colosseum and the Pantheon. From the most sacred hill of ancient Rome, Campidoglio, you will view the Forum. You will also view the Circus Maximus, the Arch of Titus, the famous Baths of Caracalla and the Arch of Constantine. You will see the Victor Emanuel Monument and the Monti Region, Rome’s most ancient neighborhood which spreads over three of her seven hills. Also, near the Forum is the Mamertine Prison. It was the site where Romans kept their high-profile prisoners until they died or were executed. It is revered as the place Peter was held before his crucifixion. Visit the Basilica of St. Paul’s Outside the Walls, housing the Tomb of St. Paul the Apostle, affectionately known as the Apostle of the Gentiles.

Meals:

Breakfast.
Day 12
Return Home

Transportation:

Bus, airplane

Events:

Return Home.

Meals:

Breakfast.

Departure Dates

Friday, April 30, 2027
From $5298

Included in your tour price:

Göreme Open Air Museum — frescoes from the 10th–13th century
Underground cities carved by persecuted Christians — schools, churches, stables underground
Three Beauties rock formation · Rose Valley · Red Valley · Devrent Valley
Castle of Uchisar — the highest point in all of Cappadocia
Optional: hot air balloon at sunrise — one of the most photographed moments in the world

* Hot air balloon is optional and paid separately ($150–200 per person). Booking recommended in advance — spots fill quickly.

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Istanbul

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Ephesus

(2 дня)

Laodicea

(3 дня)

Istanbul

(2 дня)

1 день

Тель-Авив

Прибытие в Тель-Авив. Ужин. Отдых.

2 день

Тель-Авив-2

Кейсария. Хайфа. Гора Кармель. Долина Мегиддо. Гора осадков.

Леонардо Бич Отель*

San Fransico

2 день

1 день

Назарет

Назарет. Деревня Назарет. Храм Благовещения. Кесария Филиппова. Водопады. Тель Дан. Ворота Авраама.

2 день

Назарет-2

Кана Галилейская. Гора Блаженств. Табга. Капернаум. Обед. Прогулка на лодке по Галилейскому морю.

Золотая корона Старый город*

San Fransico

2 день

1 день

Иерусалим

Масличная гора. Панорама Старого города. Гефсиманский сад. Кедронская долина.

2 день

Иерусалим-2

Могила в саду - Вечеря Господня. Старый город. Виа Долороса. Стена Плача и туннель. Город Давида. Источник Силоам.

3 день

Иерусалим-3

Стена Езекии. Римская улица Кардо. Гора Сион. Верхняя комната. Гробница царя Давида. Музей Холокоста - Яд Вашем.

Отель "Святой Георгий" *

San Fransico

1 день

Мертвое море

Джордан. Иерихон. Гора Искушения. Масада.

2 день

Мертвое море-2

Вифлеем. Поле пастухов. Церковь Рождества Христова. Отдых на Мертвом море.

Дэвид Мертвое море*

San Fransico

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Why travel with FAVOR TRAVEL— not directly with a local company

Someone is on your side from the first call to the flight home

A local Turkish operator sells you an itinerary. FAVOR Travel walks with you from the first conversation to the moment you land back home. When a flight changes, a hotel shifts, or your group needs flexibility — we handle it. You don’t figure it out in a foreign country, alone.

Your guide knows the Bible — not just the ruins

We carefully select guides who bring Scripture to life on-site. When you stand in the Great Theatre at Ephesus and read Acts 19 — your guide opens the Word in the place where it happened. That’s a different experience entirely from a history lecture.

All domestic flights — booked, managed, and included

Flights are inside your tour price. You don’t search for them, you don’t book them separately, you don’t worry about check-in logistics. We handle it. That’s $600–1000 per couple already covered.

10+ years of faith-based travel

FAVOR Travel specializes in biblical and faith-based group tours. We understand how ministry works on the road, how church groups travel, and what matters most to believers making this pilgrimage.

Traveling as a church? We build the spiritual experience around you

The Seven Churches of Revelation is one of the most powerful itineraries a congregation can take together. Walking through Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamon, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea — every church letter in Revelation becomes personal, not historical.

For groups of 15 or more, we offer:

Fully customized spiritual itinerary — worship, Scripture reading, and prayer at each site
Dedicated devotional time on-site — designed around your pastor’s vision
Best group pricing — the more people, the lower the per-person cost
Flexible dates — we work around your church calendar
For 20+ people: option to extend to 10–14 days and add more destinations

Your pastor leads the spiritual journey. We make sure everything else runs perfectly.

✦ GROUP OF 20+? We can extend your journey to 10–14 days, add exclusive destinations, and offer our best group pricing.

Enhance Your Journey

5-Day Extension | Starting$2,098

Day 9 - Cork, Cobh, Blarney
Depart England on your flight to Cork, Ireland. Our representatives will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your Irish bus as we head for Cobh. Here, you will visit the Heritage Center. From this port, between 1845 and 1860, that 2.5 million people sailed to America. If you had an ancestor who came from Ireland to America, chances are they departed from this very place. Find your family name on the archived passenger lists. You can enjoy the multimedia exhibition and the railway station that has been completely refurbished in the style of the era. Visit Blarney Castle and Blarney Woollen Mills Shop. At the Castle of Blarney you will see the fabled Blarney Stone. Legend says that those who kiss the stone acquire a gift of eloquence. Check into your Killareny area hotel for a two-night stay. (B, D)

Day 10 - Ring of Kerry, Waterville, Muckross House
Delight in some of the most spectacular scenery as you travel the Ring of Kerry. Pause at the seaside village of Waterville. Here Charlie Chaplin owned a summer home, and Payne Stewart was Club Captain of the local Golf Course. Visit the 19th century Muckross House. You will enjoy this magnificent Victorian mansion that is considered one of Ireland’s leading stately homes. You will experience the elegance of the day when you see the elegantly furnished rooms. Downstairs, however, reveals the working conditions of the servants employed in the house. (B, D)

Day 11 - Adare, Rock of Cashel, Dublin
Enjoy the beauty of the thatch roofed streets of Adare. The church here has a Norman Castle keep at it’s center. See the Rock of Cashel, the traditional seat of Irish kings. Here St. Patrick is thought to have converted the King of Munster. The present ruins are from structures built in the 12 and 13th Centuries, during the Norman era. Continue on to Dublin for dinner and your two-night stay. (B, D)

Day 12 - Dublin
We begin our journey this morning with a stop at St. Patrick’s Cathedral. The church was transitioned from a Catholic church to the Church of Ireland over the centuries. Jonathan Swift, author of Gulliver’s Travels and a critic of British rule was a pastor here. John Wesley spoke and administered communion here on one of his numerous visits to Ireland. Take a walking tour of Trinity College. Founded by Queen Elizabeth I in 1592, it is the oldest college in Ireland. We’ll visit the Old Library here and see the Book of Kells, an ornately illustrated Bible produced by Celtic Monks around 800 AD. Enjoy lunch at the Church, a pub that was originally a church Wesley preached at on his first visit to Ireland. Enjoy an afternoon to explore and shop on your own as you walk along the Liffey River or visit the various museums. (B, D)

Day 13 - Return to the USA
Say farewell to Ireland this morning as you return home with memories of the people and places of England and Ireland!

Guests taking an extension may be on a different flight than their group and/or traveling companion.

Not ready to book yet? Start with one message

Write to us in WhatsApp — we’ll reply within a few hours. Tell us how many people are traveling and when you’d like to go. We’ll send back a full custom quote with no pressure and no obligation. Message us “TJ27X” — and we’ll take it from there.

The Seven Churches have waited 2,000 years. Your group doesn’t have to wait any longer

You’ve read Revelation. Now walk through it.
Custom dates. Your group. Your price. All year round.

From $3,899 per person · 3 flights included · More people = lower price

✦ GROUP OF 20+? We can extend your journey to 10–14 days, add exclusive destinations, and offer our best group pricing.

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10 Days Starting from $3798 (Taxes & Fees Apply)

3 domestic flights — already included in your price

Accommodations

Meals

Transportation

Group Size

Language

Pets

Age Range

Season

Category

The more of you there are — the less each person pays

Your dates. Your pace. Your group.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Everything is organized. You focus on the experience

Included in your tour price:

Not included (paid separately):

Tour Itinerary

Journeys of Paul Cruise with Guest Speaker Rev. Williams Sachs | April 30, 2027

Day 1

Depart the USA

Transportation:

Events:

Day 2

Arrive in Barcelona

Transportation:

Events:

Meals:

Day 3

At Sea

Transportation:

Events:

Meals:

Day 4

Valletta, Malta

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Meals:

Day 5

At Sea

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Meals:

Day 6

Athens, Greece

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Meals:

Day 7

Santorini, Greece

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Meals:

Day 8

Kusadasi, Turkiye

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Day 9

Mykonos, Greece

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Day 10

At Sea

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Day 11

Rome Italy

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Day 12

Return Home

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