2025 Remembering the Restoration Church History Tour with Rich Robins

Dates June 3-11, 2025
Destination Boston, MA; Lexington, MA Sharon, VT; Binghamton, NY; Fayette, NY; Palmyra, NY; Niagara Falls, NY; Kirtland, OH; Hiram, OH;
Duration 9 days 8 nights
Price From 2,135
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We invite you to join Rich Robins on a historical expedition to celebrate the spirit of the early faithful saints and relive the restoration of the Gospel through the Prophet Joseph Smith. 

This tour starts in the heart of America's Revolutionary War areas with visits to Bunker Hill, Lexington and Concord. From there we travel to the charming town of Sharon, Vermont known for its picturesque landscapes, and historic charm, and to the sacred birthplace of Joseph Smith. We will continue visiting these special sites as we travel through the Pennsylvania and New York countryside to Susquehanna, and Palmyra and visit the Priesthood Restoration site, Sacred Grove, the Smith Family homestead, the Hill Cumorah and the Grandlin Printing building. Next, we turn north to see Niagara Falls, one of the world's most awe-inspiring natural wonders. This iconic destination promises an experience of sheer grandeur and beauty. Our tour ends in the Kirtland/Hyrum area celebrating the Kirtland Temple and other significant Church History sites.

This tour will take your remembrance and reverence of the restoration to the next level as taught by our knowledgeable guide who will bring this special history to life with engaging narratives and insights.

Tour ID #9225F03

To book this tour contact your favorite Morris Columbus Travel Advisor or the Group Tour Manager listed below:

Dani Edmunds, Tour Manager
Tel: (801) 483-6114
Email - dedmunds@morrismurdock.com

What People Are Saying at this tour and traveling with Rich Robins:

  • The insights and information that Brother Robbins provided was invaluable. To be able to know the context and circumstances of the events that happened there was amazing. The trip would not have been the same without it.
  • Having the bus be our classroom and Rich Robins be our teacher! Dani was a highlight because she had everything arranged! It was all a highlight!
  • Kirtland and the surrounding area. I learned many lessons about what the early saints went through and the many miracles they experienced there. Beautiful place beautiful temple

Day 1: Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Day 1: Tuesday, June 3, 2025

Home City – Boston, MA 

Today we board our flight for our memorable Church History tour. We see our first view of Boston late afternoon. As we drive to our hotel and dinner, we pass Bunker Hill. The Battle of Bunker Hill took place on June 17, 1775, just a few months after the start of the American Revolutionary War. Tonight, we get acquainted with our group at dinner.

Meals : Dinner, In-flight
Day 2: Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Day 2: Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Lexington - Concord - West Lebanon, NH 

This morning we relive the first moments of the Revolutionary War and see the place where the shot was fired that was “heard around the world”. We travel the Battle Road, stopping at various points, and even see where Paul Revere was captured by the British. You will come to know Lexington and Concord and understand those events which brought about the Independence of this great nation. Next, we continue our travels to Sharon, VT.

Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3: Thursday, June 5, 2025
Day 3: Thursday, June 5, 2025

Sharon, VT - Tunbridge, VT – Bennington, VT - Troy, NY

Today our tour begins at the Joseph Smith Memorial in Sharon, Vermont. Joseph Smith was born in the township of Sharon on December 23, 1805. We visit the LDS Visitor’s Center and see the unique granite monument, one of the largest in the world, marking his birthplace. Next, we visit Tunbridge, Vermont, which was the first home of Joseph and Lucy Smith. Throughout the day we see the beautiful Vermont landscape and their famous covered bridges as we learn of the early years of the prophet. Our last stop of the day will be the Bennington Battle Monument. This monument is a 306-foot-high stone obelisk that commemorates the Battle of Bennington during the American Revolutionary War.

Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4: Friday, June 6, 2025
Day 4: Friday, June 6, 2025

Priesthood Restoration Site, PA - Binghamton, NY  

Early this morning we continue our drive to the Priesthood Restoration site in Susquehanna County, PA. We see the visitor’s center, the reconstructed homes of Joseph and Emma Smith and Isaac and Elizabeth Hale, the woods where John the Baptist restored the priesthood, and the baptismal site at the Susquehanna River.

Meals : Breakfast
Day 5: Saturday, June 7, 2025
Day 5: Saturday, June 7, 2025

Fayette, NY - Palmyra, NY 

We depart this morning for Fayette, NY to visit the Peter Whitmer Farm where the Church was organized on April 6, 1830. Next, we travel to Palmyra to see the Sacred Grove and reflect on the special events that took place here. We also visit the restored Joseph Smith, Sr., farm including the log cabin where Moroni first appeared to Joseph Smith.

Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6: Sunday, June 8, 2025
Day 6: Sunday, June 8, 2025

Palmyra, NY

This morning we start our day with sacrament meeting in Palmyra. Following lunch, we travel to the Hill Cumorah and then the Grandin Building where the Book of Mormon was published. Next, we see the grave site of Alvin Smith, Joseph Smith’s eldest brother and then travel to Mendon, NY to review the missionary labors of Samuel Smith.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Monday, June 9, 2025
Day 7: Monday, June 9, 2025

Mendon, NY - Niagara Falls, NY - Kirtland, OH

As we depart Palmyra, we continue our journey to Niagara Falls, the oldest state park in the USA. We board the Maid of the Mist boat which passes directly in front of the falls and enters Horseshoe Basin. This is a fun activity not to be missed! We then continue traveling to Kirtland, OH.

Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8: Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Day 8: Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Kirtland, OH 

Today we visit the Kirtland Temple where The Lord Himself appeared as did Moses, Elias, Elijah, and numerous other angels. Next, we tour the newly restored Joseph Smith home. Following our lunch at the Temple Quarry, we spend the afternoon visiting the Morley Farm and the historic Kirtland village including the Church’s Visitor’ s Center, Whitney Home and Store, Johnson Inn, Ashery, and Sawmill.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Day 9: Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Hiram, OH - Home City

We depart this morning for Hiram, OH to visit the John Johnson Farm. It was at the Johnson farm that Joseph Smith received the vision of the three degrees of glory. We conclude our tour with a late afternoon flight home and a better appreciation for the life of the Prophet Joseph, the early saints, and the restoration of the church. 

Meals : Breakfast, In-flight

Highlights of the Tour:

  • 1 tour-bus experience for the whole tour!
  • Morris Murdock LDS tour Director for the whole trip 
  • Free tour travel app to help you prepare and follow throughout the tour
  • Licensed, insured, and bonded travel agency with 60 years of experience!! It matters who you travel with! 

Included:

  • 8-nights hotel accommodations
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary 
  • Meal gratuities on included meals
  • Ground transportation via deluxe air-conditioned motor coaches
  • Group transfers
  • All Admissions and activities specified in the itinerary
  • Taxes on included services
  • Tour Director/Teacher/Historian Rich Robins

Not Included:

  • Airfare (Flying into Boston and home from Cleveland)
  • Additional transfers when not arriving or departing with the group
  • Meals not specified in the itinerary
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Checked baggage fees
  • Trip cancellation and baggage insurance
  • Bus Driver and Tour Director/Historian gratuities

Pricing:

  • $2,135 per person based on double occupancy (2 people sharing a room)
  • $2,085 per person based on triple occupancy (3 people sharing a room)
  • $2,035 per person based on quad occupancy (4 people sharing a room)
  • $2,805 per person based on single occupancy (private room)

Payment Terms:

  • Deposit is $250 pp due at booking time
  • A CASH DISCOUNT of $75 per person available! Inquire for more details! 
  • Final payment is due April 3, 2025
  • A minimum number of 30 participants is needed for this tour to depart
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