Lead a Footsteps of Paul Cruise and Tour

Day	Adventures, Locations & Tours
1	Depart home cities
2	Arrive Athens, visit site at Corinth, overnight near the port where Paul came into Corinth
3	Mars Hill, Parthenon, Plaka and board ship for dinner
4	Arrive Crete, optional tour of the Archeological Museum of Crete or a free day
5	At sea today, teaching and fellowship
6	Arrive Israel this morning, Oh Jerusalem! Full day tour of Jerusalem starting with the Mt. of Olives, Palm Sunday Road, the Garden of Gethesamane, City of David, Hezekiah’s Tunnel, Pool of Siloam and then the Southern Steps. Overnight inside the walls of the Old City. Private dinner tonight inside a beautiful stone dining room.
7	We have communion this morning in the Garden tomb. Drive through Bethlehem and see Shepherd’s fields, then we will take the cable car up the impressive man- made ramparts to visit Masada. We have time for lunch with a fantastic view from this site. After lunch, drive past the area of Qumran and Ein Gedi. We will be spending time in an area of substantial Old Testament history with a stop to receive a teaching and see the winepress and Shiloh, where the Ark of the Covenant resided. Later in the day, we come through the Jezreel Valley, stopping briefly at Armageddon. Arrive back on the ship for dinner.
8	Depart this morning for a day on Jesus’ Galilee. Our first stop is the Mt. of Beatitudes, then Magdala, Beth Saida, St. Peter’s fish lunch, see the Jesus boat and visit Peter’s mother-in-law’s house and Capernaum. Come back through Nazareth and see the overlook where tradition holds is the spot where the Jews of Nazareth wished to throw Jesus over a cliff. We come into the pretty port town of Haifa and board our ship for dinner and our departure from Israel.
9	Tour today of Cyprus, we drive east towards Paphos. This was a key location for many individuals who sought out the Greek Goddess Aphrodite. Paphos features breathtaking villas and palaces that rival any in the world. This location would later be known to the Christian world as the location where Paul engaged in a battle with Bar-Jesus, also known as Elymas, a powerful sorcerer.
10	Full free day on the island of Rhodes. This island has a beautiful wall surrounding it with pristine beaches, shopping, water sports, markets and two great museums. Everything is within walking distance of the port. You will love this visit!
11	Santorini. Known as the most beautiful island in the world. You can take a tour today of the island, rent an ATV, hire a cab or just enjoy the magnificent views from atop the volcanic caldera. Full day to enjoy this special place on earth.
12	Sparta. Greece. King Xerxes presence will be seen at the close historical port visit. The Greco-Persian war of the Battle of Thermopylae took place during the time that Queen Esther had her cherished ascension, and we will be able to see battle sites themselves. In addition, there was plenty of Early Christian and 4th Crusades took place amount the very hills that we will visit. There will be two optional tours that you can join depending on your interests.
13	At sea today, teaching and fellowship
14	We have an optional tour today of Pompeii. You will see life standing still at just after the time that Paul visited the area. You will see homes, kitchens, people, temples and everything in life as they left it, including the decadent sides of life that lead to its destruction. The ship is in the port of Sorrento/Capri all day. There will be time to see Pompeii and the Italian Riviera.
15	Ship arrives in Rome, disembark today and fly home or enjoy the optional Rome tour.

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I had the privilege of visiting Saudi Arabia back in February of 2020. It wouldn't have been possible without Living Passages. They provided the most unforgettable trip to Mt. Sinai, the Split Rock and Rephidim, Moses Well, the Red Sea and so much more. They provide a wonderful experience and the ingredients were top quality: Lodging, Transportation, Visa, and the chance to walk in the dust of Moses. Outstanding! If you ever desired to walk where the Exodus ended, contact Living Passages! David McGarrah
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dave McGarrah

My husband and I just did the Sept/Oct 2019 Footsteps of Paul tour. This was our first experience of going to the Holy Land and traveling with Living Passages. It was the trip of a lifetime and we were very pleased with the accommodations, the teaching, the tours, the food ....everything was excellent. I highly recommend this company and I hope to travel with them again some day.
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Cyndi Harwell

I give Living Passages 5 stars! Rhonda Sand is just the best in arranging tours that appeal to Christian interests. I traveled to Israel with a local church through Living Passages. It was the best trip of my life (and I've done a lot of touring). We had a very knowledgeable guide who showed us and taught us the most amazing things, from the Mediterranean Sea to the Jordan River, and from the Golan to the Dead Sea...and everything in between, including the Holy City of Jerusalem!
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Monica Hillard
I wanted to offer an honest and trustworthy review for the trip that I recently took with Living Passages to Saudi Arabia. From the very beginning the staff promptly addressed any and all questions, concerns or logistics that I had. I was very impressed with their ability to accommodate a complex travel arrangement.

Living Passages' worldwide travel experience, expertise and knowledge is first class. The trip to Saudi Arabia was beyond any and all expectations that I had. Being able to go to Mt. Sinai, where God gave Moses the Ten Commandments and spoke to Elijah, was a lifelong quest that was made possible because of Living Passages. Their understanding of the customs and culture of Saudi Arabia made this trip even more enjoyable. The whole experience was a blessing.

Rhonda did an Exceptional job and is very knowledgeable. I am very happy and satisfied with the trip that I took with Living Passages. If you are thinking of traveling with Living Passages, I would highly recommend them with no hesitation.
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Robert W.

I wanted to offer an honest and trustworthy review for the trip that I recently took with Living Passages to Saudi Arabia. From the very beginning the staff promptly addressed any and all questions, concerns or logistics that I had. I was very impressed with their ability to accommodate a complex travel arrangement. Living Passages’ worldwide travel experience, expertise and knowledge is first class. The trip to Saudi Arabia was beyond any and all expectations that I had. Being able to go to Mt. Sinai, where God gave Moses the Ten Commandments and spoke to Elijah, was a lifelong quest that was made possible because of Living Passages. Their understanding of the customs and culture of Saudi Arabia made this trip even more enjoyable. The whole experience was a blessing.Rhonda did an Exceptional job and is very knowledgeable. I am very happy and satisfied with the trip that I took with Living Passages. If you are thinking of traveling with Living Passages, I would highly recommend them with no hesitation.
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Robert W

Rhonda Sand and the Living Passages team did an excellent job putting together our Saudi Arabia Tour last month! The Bible sites were off the charts inspiring-Mt. Sinai, the Split Rock, The Red Sea, and Midian just to name a few. This tour will change your life and I don't say that lightly! My wife JoAnn and I have had the privilege of leading tours in the lands of the Bible for 25 years now but we dreamed of going to Saudi Arabia and Rhonda and the team made it happen. They are true pioneers and have the ability to plan a great trip for you and pull it off. Thank you, Rhonda and Living Passages! Go to Saudi Arabia once it is safe to travel and go with Living Passages!
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Tom Doyle
Our ministry team recently toured Saudi Arabia with Rhonda at Living Passages. It was memorable on so many levels! Life impacting for sure to see archeology and biblical sites of the Exodus and Mt Sinai right before our eyes. I definitely recommend Rhonda and Living Passages for a cutting edge trip and spiritual experience.
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Bruce Peppin

I would like to express overwheming support for living passages and the over seeing of the tours by Rhonda Sand. I have had the oppurtunity to travel on two tours over the 6 years under her leadership. I have recently been informed by Rhonda Sand that living passages has been granted a first ever to enter in to Saudi Arabia clearly showing that living passages is on the cutting edge world wide regarding places that have never been available to tour groups before. We all have heard the saying that talk is cheap and actions speak louder than words.
Living Passages under the ownership and leadership of Rhonda Sand simply walks the talk. I would highly recommend to any traveler who wishes to see sites that are not accessible by other tour companies to entertain a trip with living passages.

Don McCargar
Canada
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Donald McCargar

Their findings are very interesting and I would like to know more as they learn more about the sites in Saudi Arabia like Mt Sinai and others.
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Sharon Sims Willeford
I recently went on a tour with Living Passages to Israel, the Mediterranean, and to Rome. What an incredible experience to say the least and a dream come true. Living Passages made every single moment of my trip an unforgettable one. From the beautiful places we stayed, to the delicious meals we ate, to the amazing tour guides, and right down to the breath taking places we visited. Rhonda and Cathy were so patient with all the questions I had and went out of their way to be so accommodating. I am hoping that I will be able to take another trip some day and when I do Living Passages will be the first place I call. Thank you so much Rhonda and Cathy!!!
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Terrie Cooper

Hi Rhonda and the Living Passages Crew
Just wanted to thank all of you for such an amazing, well planned, spiritually inspiring trip. Your attention to detail was awesome. I was impressed by the Biblical teaching for each site, museum and archaeological dig. You gave us unique opportunities to visit and participate in “live” Archaeological digs, which were not only instructive, but also a lot of fun. Our group found the usual pottery and quite a few coins, letting us experience the thrill of the find! The certificate of participation was also a great touch! Even your choices of restaurants, food venues and other dining arrangements taught us about the food and customs of the countries we visited. And how awesome was Communion Service in the little chapel at the Garden Tomb. That’s the kind of detail that helps make a trip memorable. You included group teaching, praise and worship services on the cruise portion that helped to keep the theme of the trip foremost in our minds. You worked in the right amount of shopping excursions with excellent discounts. Rhonda, I noticed that you continually checked on the welfare of your group and fostered a sense of family during the trip. I could not help but to remember Psalms 133:1 “Behold, how good and how pleasant for brothers to dwell in unity.” Thanks for the greatest trip and I pray I will have the opportunity to travel with you again in the future.
Charity Smith
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Cee Vee Smith

Rhonda and her staff are awesome. We just went on the Israel, Crete, Malta and Rome trip and it was a trip of a lifetime. I highly recommend Living Passages and will be using them for future trips due to the quality and their attention to details.
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Keith Mitcham
My wife and myself along with our eldest daughter and son in law went on the African Safari this past June and had a fantastic time what a wonderful opportunity to experience God’s wonderful creation as a once in a lifetime experience!!!
We saw amazing countryside, cheetahs, wildebeest, lions, elephants, monkeys, giraffes, wart hogs, hippopotamus, rhinos and many native birds including the Ostrich!!!
We got to walk with the lions on one of their daily walks out side of their holding pen. Think of that to walk with a lioness outside a cage on the open savannah where she could just take off…….wow!
We also took a hot air balloon ride over the savannah and saw the herds from above. The giraffes were surprised that we would be above them and seemed quit curios.
I highly recommend Living Passages as a tour organizer the accommodations were first class.
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Roger Langley

My daughter and I throughly enjoyed our African Safari with the Creation group! Seeing all the animals at Shikwaru and at the other locations was amazing. Meals, guides and Cathy all made this trip memorable. ❤️
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We’ve had an exciting trip to South Africa. Living Passages chose a lodge with great food, friendly knowledgeable staff, and good proximity to a variety of venues. We’ve had a great time walking with lions, being kissed by elephants, and capturing big game with our cameras.
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Elizabeth Mitchell
Have had the best time with living passages trip to South Africa. We have been in safaris seeing lions, elephants, rhinos, hippos, giraffes, monkeys, jackets and so many more animals. The highlight of the trip for me was the elephant encounter. Hugging an elephant is incredible. So much laughter and fun with a fantastic group of people has been excellent. Many contacts have been exchanged and I look forward to more adventures with them.
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Dawnita Phillips

Getting ready to head home tomorrow from the South African Creation Tour. This week has been wonderful! We have had so many once in a life time experiences from being kissed by an elephant, watching lions eat a wildebeest and walking with lions. We have also enjoyed hearing Tommy Mitchell from Answers in Genesis speak multiple times throughout the week. This was our first time outside of the US and Living Passages made it an easy trip with all their planning. Cathy has done an amazing job this week! We have made so many great new friends!
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Aimee Shriver

Love the company, went on the African Safari and had a fantastic, blessed time. Highly recommend them and will do other tours with them.
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Diane Langley
Amazing time in Africa on safari with living passages, everyday better than the day before, met some lovely people and had a wonderful time
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Jackie Quant

Best family vacation yet! Great experience and saw tons of wildlife.
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Hana Anderson

Travel arrangements. Plane tickets to accommodations and agenda. 7 days of African safaris were amazing. Food, lodging and trouble shooting were awesome. Cathy was a great issue solver.
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Cindy Joel Bredeson
We recently (April 2019) took a Jordan/Israel tour with Living Passages. The tour, guides, food and accommodations were excellent! I would only knock them down on flight arrangements. They scheduled too little time for changeovers/connections at airports. Twice an hour or less which is by far too little time to allow for potential delays. This resulted in us missing our initial overseas flight and almost missing a connection on our return. Other than flight arrangements, they were excellent.
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Robert Quattrocchi

My husband and I just got back from our second Living Passages tour, the Footsteps of Paul. We love Rhonda Sand and her tours! God bless you, Rhonda!
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Charlynn Matthews Harvey

I’ve just been on a short time ... give me a couple of more days to evaluate!!!
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Jan Crain
Was a awesome trip and learned so much!!
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Tom Tamminga

I just returned two days ago from "The Footsteps of Paul" trip and had an incredible time. Between the teaching sessions, the various historical sites we visited, the rich fellowship with other believers, and the fun island excursions, I couldn't have asked for a better trip. In addition, the Living Passage's staff member who traveled with us helped everything run so smoothly. Truly an unforgettable experience! I hope to travel again some day with this tour company.
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Jon Tracy Montoya

Had a great trip and met wonderful people!!
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Rainny Zinger Tamminga
I have travelled with several tour companies in the past but Living Passages was by far THE BEST! I would never want to go with another tour company after using Living Passages. Rhonda is amazing and puts together an amazing experience for the traveller and handles ALL the details. You do not have to worry as she covers it all. If I could give her more stars, I would! She is an amazing Christian--Christ centered and focused. She truly knows all the ins and outs of traveling in style as well as including all the places you would want to visit while there. We loved our trip to the 7 Churches of the Revelation from the beginning to the end! If you are looking for a trip with fellow believers and want to go a step above with luxury accommodations and so much more, I would recommend Living Passages to anyone who has never travelled as well as to any seasoned traveller. She made our trip very close to perfect! She cares about making it great! Thanks Rhonda! We will be coming back again and again! God bless you!
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Karen Hutchins

My husband and I just returned from "The 7 Churches of Revelation and Footsteps of Paul" tour to Turkey and Greece with Living Passages. It was an amazing experience - better than we would have ever imagined! The Biblical teachings at the sights were spiritually enriching, the relationships developed with our group were very loving and special, and Rhonda was outstanding, taking such good care of us and making the trip very fun too. We can't wait to sign up for another trip with Living Passages, as this one was the best in our lifetime!
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Jan Young

Our Living Passages trip to the Grand Canyon was wonderful and memorable. Russ did a fantastic job explaining how we may have confidence in the Bible's explanation of a 6-day creation. Rhonda was great at helping us get to know fellow travelers in a deeper way. The accommodations and food were great. Our bus driver was friendly and professional. We went on hikes and met and made wonderful friends.
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Shan
GOOD SITE TO GO ON AWESOME TRIPS THAT ARE BIBLICAL AS WELL AS ENJOYABLE.
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Brenda Alexander

Great experience in the Grand Canyon. Loved the views from the North Rim. Most importantly I enjoyed the teachings of the the Biblical deluge as it relates to the creation of the Grand Canyon.
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Sherece

We had an absolutely wonderful experience last year on the Reformation Tour with Dr & Mrs Lutzer in Vienna, Prague, Brataslava, Berlin, Wittenburg, Wartberg Castle & finally in Wetzlar.Our only concern was that the meals could have been smaller. I--even I--couldn't eat all that was set before us.Then--at the end--Rhonda never did let me pay for Herr und Frau Johannes Wendel's Lunch.
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John & Lyn Ramsey
Great people, good accommodations, excellent teaching, right pace. I'm not fond of riding on buses, but it did give me a chance to have some great conversations and make friends with some wonderful people. The food was okay, but then I'm picky because I'm from a place where there are a lot of great restaurants.
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Craig

Our Grand Canyon tour was the best vacation ever. It was "Amazing" to hear and learn from Russ how this all tied in to the Bible it was an experience of a life time. Russ our guide did an Excellent job in his teachings as he lead us through our tour. We felt that the cost of this trip was well worth every dollar. Rhonda was Russ's assistant who truly has a heart to care for and minister to God's people. Anyone can visit the Grand Canyonand and view all it's beauty but we returned home with so much more. The fellowship was amazing with others and I think my husband had the time of his life laughing and talking with others. The tour was very organized and well planned in every aspect. We stayed at great Hotels and had wonderful meals. I TRULY can't think of one single thing that was bad it was such a "Great" Tour with the "Greatest Guides". The testimonies of others was such a special time of encouragement and witness to others of the God's Love for us All. My husband can be penny pincher but he rated this trip 💥10💥and said that was money well spent.!! and would recommend it to all. Nancy & Johnny
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