Great Cities of the Bible

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

5 p.m. - October 3, 2026

Begin your spiritual journey from the historic port of Piraeus, gateway to Athens—the intellectual capital of the ancient world. Here, the Apostle Paul preached at Mars Hill and challenged the philosophers of his day. Settle aboard the luxurious Oosterdam and prepare to cruise through Scripture with Dr. Moore leading the way.

At Sea

- October 4, 2026

Enjoy a luxurious day at sea to relax, explore the ship, and prepare your heart. Start the morning with an engaging lecture and devotional led by Dr. Moore, setting the stage for the spiritual and archaeological insights to come. Enjoy fellowship with fellow believers in an inspiring maritime setting.

Alexandria, Egypt

7 a.m. - 11:59 p.m. - October 5, 2026

Travel inland to Cairo for an unforgettable day of discovery. Led by Dr. Moore, this full-day tour will take you to the awe-inspiring Great Pyramids of Giza, the Step Pyramid of Saqqara, and the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, where you'll encounter the mummies of Amenhotep II, Hatshepsut, and Ramses the Great—biblically significant figures tied to the story of the Exodus.

At Sea

- October 6, 2026

Spend a reflective day at sea, enjoying the amenities of the Oosterdam. Begin your day with another enriching Bible-focused lecture and devotional by Dr. Moore. This is a time to rest, learn, and connect as you journey toward the Holy Land.

Haifa (Tel Aviv), Israel

8 a.m. - October 7, 2026

Disembark for a deeply immersive experience in Israel. Visit Caesarea Maritima, where Paul defended the faith before Roman rulers. Travel on to Jerusalem, where Dr. Moore will guide you through key Christian sites such as the Mount of Olives, Gethsemane, the City of David, Hezekiah’s Tunnel, the Southern Steps, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Overnight in Jerusalem.

Haifa (Tel Aviv), Israel

9 p.m. - October 8, 2026

Continue your biblical journey northward to the Sea of Galilee, where you’ll experience a peaceful boat ride, visit Capernaum, and stop at Magdala and Nazareth. Walk where Jesus walked and feel the power of the Gospel as it came alive in these sacred regions. Return to Haifa and reboard the ship.

Limassol, Cyprus

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. - October 9, 2026

Dock at Limassol, and visit ancient Paphos, where Paul and Barnabas began their first missionary journey (Acts 13). Explore key biblical and archaeological sites, including the place where Sergius Paulus believed and Elymas the sorcerer was struck blind—an event marking the Gospel’s expansion to the Gentiles.

Antalya, Turkey

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. - October 10, 2026

Dock at Limassol, and visit ancient Paphos, where Paul and Barnabas began their first missionary journey (Acts 13). Explore key biblical and archaeological sites, including the place where Sergius Paulus believed and Elymas the sorcerer was struck blind—an event marking the Gospel’s expansion to the Gentiles.

Antalya, Turkey

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. - October 11, 2026

Visit Antalya, once known as Attalia (Acts 14:25), the final stop of Paul and Barnabas’s first missionary journey. Stroll through the Roman harbor and enjoy views of ancient city walls. Dr. Moore will connect this scenic location with Paul’s ministry and the early church’s growth in Asia Minor.

Rhodes, Greece

8 a.m. - 11 p.m. - October 12, 2026

Explore the island of Rhodes, a place of rich Christian history and medieval beauty. Walk its stone streets, view Crusader-era fortresses, and imagine early believers who once found refuge and passage here. Enjoy time to explore both ancient ruins and the charming Old Town.

At Sea

- October 13, 2026

Enjoy a final day at sea to unwind and reflect. The morning features a concluding lecture by Dr. Moore, drawing together the spiritual and archaeological insights from your journey. Fellowship and devotion will highlight the faith-building themes that have emerged across the cities of the Bible.

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey

7 a.m. - 7 p.m. - October 14, 2026

Arrive at Ephesus, one of the crown jewels of New Testament archaeology. Tour the Great Theater, Library of Celsus, Terrace Houses, and the site of the Temple of Artemis—a former Wonder of the Ancient World. Stand where Paul preached boldly and where the church was challenged to remain faithful in a pagan world.

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

7 a.m. - October 15, 2026

Return to Athens, where your extraordinary journey comes full circle. Disembark with renewed faith, expanded understanding, and memories that will anchor your study of Scripture for years to come.