Tour Host, Edmond, OK
Tour Host, Edmond, OK
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GREECE and ITALY BROCHURE – Oklahoma Christian School with Sam Hitchcock
MONDAY – TUESDAY – DAYS 1 & 2: U.S. / ATHENS – We depart the U.S. today for our flight to Athens. Upon arrival in Athens, you will be transferred to your hotel to drop off your bags. Enjoy some free time before dinner. Overnight in Athens. (D)
WEDNESDAY – DAY 3: ATHENS – This morning, we start our tour of Athens. In 51 AD, Paul traveled from Berea to Athens by boat. His boat anchored at Faliron that used to be one of the main ancient ports of Ancient Athens. Paul walked from the port to the city of Athens. While waiting for Silas & Timothy to come from Macedonia, Greece, he spent most of his time talking with citizens at the Synagogue and in the Agora. The Athenians took an interest in his teachings and invited him to present it more analytical on the Aeropagus, the hill west of the Acropolis (Mars Hill). Paul stood in the midst of the Areopagus and gave his famous Aeropagus Sermon, emphasizing the need to “a known God” rather than worship the “unknown” as described in Acts 17:16-34. Follow your guide on a visit to the Acropolis where you will see the Propylaea, the Parthenon, the Erectheum, and the Temple of Athena Nike. Touring through modern Athens You will view the Olympic Stadium, where the modern Olympic games began and where the games returned in 2004. Dinner and overnight in Athens. (B, D)
THURSDAY – DAY 4: ANCIENT CORINTH – Today we drive to Corinth. Corinth Visit Corinth (Acts 18: 1-18), a city that inspired one of Paul’s most famous letter. You will visit the Archeological Museum, the Marketplace, and Temples. Walk among the ruins and stand on the Bema where Paul stood. Read Paul’s letter to the Corinthians, addressing his message to the Gentiles as he began the task of establishing his church in Corinth. Acts 18:9-11 Now the Lord spoke to Paul in the night by a vision, “Do not be afraid, but speak, and do not keep silent; 10 for I am with you, and no one will attack you to hurt you; for I have many people in this city.” 11 And he continued there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. Return to Athens for Dinner and overnight. (B, D)
FRIDAY – DAY 5: BOARD CRUISE SHIP / MYKONOS – This morning you transfer to the port of Piraeus and board the ship to cruise to the island of Mykonos, where you’ll disembark and tour the city with its breathtakingly beautiful whitewashed buildings and churches. You’ll wander through side streets filled with quaint homes above the shops and lovely waterfront cafes. It’s a lovely respite! You’ll return to the ship for dinner as you cruise to the island of Patmos. (All meals on cruise)
SATURDAY – DAY 6:PATMOS / KUSADASI – You’ll arrive at the Island of Patmos early this morning. You’ll visit the traditional Grotto where John received the Revelation while in exile, and visit St. John’s Monastery atop the island. This afternoon you’ll cruise to the Turkish port of Kusadasi, a popular Turkish port that’s the gateway to Ephesus and its rich ancient history. In Paul’s time, Ephesus was a port city but due to natural changes and silt build-up, it’s now a ten-mile bus trip from Kusadasi. You’ll visit ancient Ephesus, a marvelous archeological site and the main base for much of Paul’s missionary work (Acts 19 and Letter to The Ephesians). Paul labored and ministered here for three years and laid the foundation for the strongest Christian church of the First Century. John is said to have brought Mary here. Time permitting, we will wander through the famous Turkish bazaars of Kusadasi. Return to the ship and begin an evening cruise to Crete. (All meals on cruise)
SUNDAY – DAY 7: CRETE / SANTORINI –Morning arrival into Crete, this Island is 156 miles long and from 7 to 30 miles wide. According to legend it’s the birthplace of Zeus. The apostle Paul spent some time here at Fair Havens on the south side of the island. This afternoon we visit the Island of Santorini, great poets have sung its praises, a 4.000-year-old history. And the eternal rock continues to stand, strong and majestic, rising proudly from the sea and guarding well the secrets of Atlantis… The present-day crescent shape of the island is a consequence of the activity of the volcano in prehistoric times feeding the myth of the lost City of Atlantis. Sail back to Piraeus (Athens) in the evening. (All meals on cruise)
MONDAY – DAY 8: DISEMBARKATION / FLY TO ROME / WALKING ORIENTATION – This morning after disembarkation we head to the airport for our flight to Rome. Upon arrival in Rome, we make our way to the center where you will have a walking orientation of the Eternal city and free time for Lunch. We continue to the hotel for dinner and overnight. (B, D)
TUESDAY – DAY 9: VATICAN / CATACOMBS – This morning you visit The Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St Peter’s Basilica. Almost all Christians martyred in the Circus of Gaius/Nero—the site where St. Peter’s Square now stands. The Egyptian obelisk in the center of the square is original to the circus, though it stood in a different spot. Here Peter was crucified, according to tradition, upside down (John 21:18-19). He is most likely buried deep beneath the Basilica in the original burial cave. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a walk through the Spanish Steps. In the afternoon you will visit one of the Roman Catacombs. Most famous for the early Christians buried here, the catacombs offer an essential contribution to early Christian art. Early frescoes and sculptures still exist in the catacombs. Most touching are the smaller burial spots carved out for children who had died. Dinner and overnight. (B, D)
WEDNESDAY – DAY 10: ROME OF APOSTLE PAUL – This morning you start your day at the most inspiring place, Tre Fontane (Abbey of Three Fountains). Tradition tells us Paul was martyred outside the walls of Rome at a place most people have never heard of—one of the Christian sites not on the tourist maps. Don’t confuse Tres Fontane with the famous Trevi Fountain. It’s called Tres Fontane (“Three Fountains”) because, according to legend, after Paul’s head was cut off, it bounced three times, and three fountains sprung up! You gather at the gardens here for your Teaching. Next, you see the Church of St Paul outside the walls; many believe Paul is buried here.
Paul went to Rome as a prisoner in chains; Acts 2-28 tells us the story, Arrested in Jerusalem, imprisoned at Caesarea for two years, Paul appealed to Caesar and suffered a shipwreck on his way to Rome as a prisoner. After two years, Paul was released from his imprisonment, after which he traveled and wrote two more epistles before his final Roman imprisonment in Mamertine Prison. You visit Mamertine prison toda. You continue with a walking tour through Roman Forum and towards the Arch of Titus; the Arch’s inside relief portrays Roman soldiers carrying off treasures from Jerusalem Temple, destroyed by Titus in 70 AD. Jesus predicted this destruction (MATH 24:1-2). Afterwards you enter the Colosseum. We continue to view Pantheon, Piazza Navona & Trevi Fountain. Dinner and overnight at your hotel in Rome. (B, D)
THURSDAY – DAY 11: DEPARTURE FLIGHT FROM ROME – We depart from Rome airport where we fly back to the U.S. We will return with new friends and memories to last a lifetime!
+1=Next Day
(Flight schedule subject to change until tickets are issued)
Departure & Return Location: Will Rogers International Airport
Departure Time: 3 hours before flight time
Group Travel and Seat Assignment Information
All group seating is assigned by the airline and are under airport control. Group seats assigned by the airline cannot be changed through Discovery Cruises and Tours. However, you may address your seating at the airport on check-in. (Please note that if you contact the airline prior to your departure date, they will refer you back to DCT. As previously stated, we cannot make any changes to the group seats assigned by the airline.)
Your airline ticket receipt will be issued electronically by the airline and then emailed to you by DCT. When you arrive to the airport, please be prepared to present a passport to an airline representative to receive your boarding pass.
Prices quoted are per person and in US dollars and are based upon fares and costs in effect at the time of publication
Whenever possible, DCT obtains price guarantees from suppliers; however, depending upon the strength of the US dollar and price fluctuations of oil, gas and other costs, published rates are subject to change without notice
AIR TRANSPORTATION
Jet economy class on United Airlines
30 seats confirmed (additional sears may be at a higher airfare)
Tickets must be finalized 45 days prior to departure
Tickets cannot be changed once issued
Travelers may arrange their own air and pay the ground only price
(*Travelers doing their own air MUST meet the group at the airport or hotel)
Flight from Athens to Rome is included in the ground cost of the trip for all passengers.
AIRPORT TAXES AND FUEL
$915 (actual cost as of 07/06/2026)
Taxes/fuel surcharges may change without notice; any increase will be billed to the traveler and must be paid prior to departure
HOTELS/CRUISE SHIP
Deluxe hotels accommodations throughout
Celestyal Cruises, on the Celestyal Discovery, cabin category standard outside cabins with picture window.
(Other cabin categories may be available at an additional charge)
Prices based upon two persons sharing a two-bed room in standard outside cabin with porthole.
Single rooms /cabins are subject to availability for an additional cost of $3300 for standard outside cabins.
If a traveler doesn’t designate a roommate and Discovery Cruises and Tours is unable to do so, or if a roommate cancels before departure, the passenger will be required to pay the supplemental charge; the traveler may be billed after the final payment date if necessary
PORT TAXES:
$256
MEALS
Breakfast and Dinner plus all meals aboard cruise ship
SIGHTSEEING
Local transportation via deluxe, air-conditioned motor coach
The services of an English-speaking local guide
– TIPS: $176 for personal tips to guides, drivers and others rendering special services.
– Passport Costs
– Food and beverages (including coffee and tea) not usually included with regular meals
– Accident and baggage insurance
– Transporting and handling excess luggage
– Optional tours and excursions not mentioned in this itinerary
– Cost for Lunches: The tour will stop daily for lunch with most places accepting Mastercard or VISA cards only. Small food places outside of a town might require payment by cash only in euros, same for buying bottled water or a soda en route. We recommend exchanging a few USD to EUROS ($50-$100 per person) and plan on spending about $25 per lunch.
*In the event it becomes necessary to overnight material due to late receipt of registration or final payments, traveler will be billed for these charges.
REGISTRATION & DEPOSIT: A deposit of $500 per person is required at the time of registration. The deposit may be charged to your VISA, MasterCard, American Express or Discover Card. Registrations received inside ninety (90) days must be accompanied by full payment. A late registration may result in an additional fee for airfare depending on the airline and seat availability.
PAYMENTS: All payments after the initial deposit may be made in one of the following two ways:
If you make the payment by check, make your check payable to Discovery Cruises and Tours, and include the pastor’s name in the memo field. Please mail your check to:
Discovery Cruises and Tours
P.O. Box 2148
Hurst, TX 76053
FINAL PAYMENT: The final payment is due February 23, 2027, ninety (90) days prior to departure.
Payments received inside ninety (90) days will be assessed an $80 late payment fee. NOTE: All reservations not fully paid by the ninety-day deadline are subject to cancellation, for which Tour Operator is not to be held responsible.
PASSPORT: A valid passport is required to leave the USA and must be obtained in person by each tour member. It should be valid for a minimum of six months after your return date or you will be denied boarding. The tour participant is responsible for checking their own passport expiration date. No visas are required.
INSURANCE: Acting only as agents for suppliers, Discovery Cruises and Tours is not responsible for damage, loss, or theft of luggage and/or personal belongings, or for personal injury, accident and/or illness. For your own protection, it is important that you have adequate insurance to cover these possibilities. You should carry proof of insurance in the event you need medical attention while in Israel. For optional insurance please contact Mission Safe here to go directly to their website.
AIRLINE SEATS: Seats without a deposit must be released 100 days from departure. If you cancel your seat with DCT in writing within the 100 days there is a penalty of $100 per person.
DISCLAIMER: Potential travelers need to be able to walk and be in good enough health to navigate ancient ruins and walking up to the Acropolis.
Discovery Cruises and Tours (Tour Operator) agrees to arrange for the tour described in this brochure. This represents the entire agreement between the passenger and his agent, the Tour Host, the Tour Operator and its agents. Except as stated herein, no person is authorized to cancel, modify, or vary the tour arrangements or to make any representation of warranty concerning the tour. Except for the willful negligence of its direct employees, the Tour Operator assumes no liability or responsibility for any injuries, damages occasioned by circumstances beyond the control of Tour Operator, or by any person for any reason whatsoever, including but not limited to default or omission of and by any third party providing services or facilities related to or included in this tour or any part thereof, or in arranging for the same, or the acts or omissions of the Tour Host. Tour Operator reserves the right to refuse or revoke travel to anyone who is deemed incapable of group travel per the sole judgment of Tour Operator. Due to circumstances beyond the Tour Operator’s control, the sequence of touring sites may occasionally need to be altered. The airlines or cruise lines are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time the passengers are not on board planes, ships or conveyances. The passenger contracts, in use by the airlines and cruise lines, and the passenger or purchaser of this tour and/or passage and Tour Operator assume no liability or responsibility in connection therewith. Also, the Tour Operator WILL NOT BE responsible for: (a) flight schedule changes, mechanical breakdowns, government actions, weather, acts of God, acts of war or aggression, whether declared or undeclared, hijackings, or other circumstances beyond its control, including any connecting flights that may be missed as a result thereof (participants should consider the possibility of delays when arranging connecting flights); (b) the failure to follow instructions, including but not limited to check-in and check-out times and baggage handling; and, (c) charges incurred relating to single room/stateroom requirements either by the passengers themselves or their assigned roommates. Payment of the deposit or any partial or full payment for a reservation constitutes consent to all provisions listed in this brochure.
This Agreement, and any dispute, claim, controversy, or cause of action arising out of or relating to this Agreement, the travel services provided, or any trip offered by Discovery Worldwide Ministries, dba Discovery Cruises and Tours, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
The parties expressly agree that the exclusive venue for any lawsuit or legal proceeding arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be the state courts located in Tarrant County, Texas, or, if federal jurisdiction exists, the United States District Court having jurisdiction over Tarrant County, Texas.
Each traveler knowingly and voluntarily submits to the personal jurisdiction of those courts and irrevocably waives any objection based upon improper venue, forum non conveniens, inconvenience of the forum, or lack of personal jurisdiction.
The traveler acknowledges that Discovery Worldwide Ministries, dba Discovery Cruises and Tours, conducts its business operations from Texas and that the parties agree that Texas is the most convenient and appropriate forum for resolving any dispute arising from this Agreement.
If a traveler cancels their tour for any reason, the following cancellation frees will apply:
TIMEFRAME
CANCELLATION FEE PER PERSON
Day of Registration – February 22, 2027
$200
February 23, 2027 – March 10, 2027
$500
March 11, 2027 – March 26, 2027
25% of tour cost
March 27, 2027 – April 24, 2027
50% of tour cost
On or after April 25, 2027
NO REFUND
All cancellation requests must be sent in an email to contact@dcttravel.com.
NOTE: Trip cancellation and interruption insurance is available through Misson Safe, and other vendors, and is highly recommended.
