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2026 In the Footsteps of the Ancient Apostles with Dann and Shirley Hone

16 Days

We invite you to join this inspiring journey with our experienced tour host, Dann Hone,, as we follow in the footsteps of the Apostles and explore the lives and teachings of Peter, John, and Paul. Travel to the very places where the New Testament comes alive, sail the Aegean Sea with stops at five islands, stand in the Roman theater where Paul preached to the Ephesians, and visit the Isle of Patmos where John received the Revelation. Along the way, you’ll experience the rich history and culture of Turkey.

Get ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime!

We invite you to join this inspiring journey with our experienced tour host, Dann Hone,, as we follow in the footsteps of the Apostles and explore the lives and teachings of Peter, John, and Paul.

Travel to the very places where the New Testament comes alive, sail the Aegean Sea with stops at five islands, stand in the Roman theater where Paul preached to the Ephesians, and visit the Isle of Patmos where John received the Revelation. Along the way, you’ll experience the rich history and culture of Turkey.

This is a truly meaningful and unforgettable journey, and one you won’t want to miss

We offer A CASH DISCOUNT of $100.00 PER PERSON on this tour. It applies for all payments made by check or ACH AFTER the deposit, and only the deposit amount is paid by credit card.

Questions? Contact:

Carol Alegre, Tour Manager
Tel: (801) 483-6165

Highlights

  • 1 tour-bus experience for the whole tour!
  • Morris Murdock LDS tour Director for the whole trip along with local guides who are experts in each of country
  • Licensed, insured, and bonded travel agency with over 65 years of experience!! YES, IT MATTERS!

Itinerary

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    Wednesday, August 19, 2026 - Depart the USA to Istanbul

    Depart the USA for an overnight flight to Istanbul. Arrive on Thursday, August 20th.

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    Thursday, August 20, 2026 - Arrive Istanbul

    Arrive on Thursday, August 20th. Transfer to the domestic terminal for our flight to Hatay. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Take a rest in the Hatay hotel. Lunch in a local restaurant, afterward start our Antalya tour. Antakya (Antioch), an important center of early Christianity. This is the place where the followers of Jesus Christ were first called Christians (Acts 11; 26). We will visit the Hatay Mosaic Museum, which is the second largest collection of classical and Roman mosaics in the world. Afterward, we will visit one of Christianity’s oldest churches, Saint Pierre Church. This church is actually a cave carved into the side of Mount Starius where the first Christians of Asia Minor worshipped. Saint Peter was the person to build this church in Antakya and along with St. Paul and Barnabas, he used Antioch as a center to spread Christianity. Thus, the church grew in a short time, becoming the third important Episcopacy after Jerusalem and Rome. At the end of our visit, we will check- into our hotel. Dinner and overnight in Hatay.

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    Friday, August 21, 2026 - Hatay, Adana, Tarsus

    After a delicious breakfast at our hotel, before returning to Tarsus, if we have time, we will see Seleucia Pieria, the ancient port of Antioch from which the Apostle Paul and Barnabas embarked on their first missionary journeys as chronicled by Acts (Acts:13:4). Visit Titus tunnel and Besikci cave. Afterward, we will drive to Adana. Arrival at Tarsus. Here, we will visit the Well of St. Paul and the Gate of Cleopatra. One of the 12 apostles of Jesus, Paul was born in Tarsus. According to Acts, Paul was born as “Saul of Tarsus”, but was brought up in Jerusalem and became “Paul the Apostle” after his encounter with Christ (Acts 9:11; 21:39; 22:3). Once the capital of the province of Cilicia, Tarsus was also the site where Mark Antony and Cleopatra first met. At the end of our tour, we return to Adana, check-in to our hotel and, after dinner, retire to our room for a restful overnight in Adana.

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    Saturday, August 22, 2026 - Adana - Konya - Sille Village

    After breakfast, depart for Konya. (Distance 5 Hours) Konya, known as Iconium during antiquity, was visited a lot by Paul the Apostle and Barnabas as a part of their missionary efforts preaching the Gospel. According to Acts, they spoke boldly for the Lord, who confirmed the message of his grace enabling them to perform miracles (Acts 14:1-3). Afterward, we’ll visit the Mevlana Museum, which houses the tomb of the great 13th-century Persian poet and founder of the Order of the Whirling Dervishes, Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Balkhi. Popularly known as Rumi in Western countries, meaning “Roman” in Arabic, his followers and Muslims like to call him “Mevlana”, meaning “our master”. We will then end our day at the Karatay Museum. This former madrasah, or place of learning, was founded in 1251 by the Seljuk Emir Celaleddin Karatay as an institution for Islamic studies. However, the building is now a museum showcasing the most beautiful examples of Seljuk tile work. Lunch is on our own at a local restaurant. Later, we will see the 4500-year-old Sille Village. Sille Village was on the way to Jerusalem during the Roman and Byzantine periods, so it became an important religious center for Christians. In the first years of Christianity, the apostles Paul and his friends came to Konya and tried LB GLOBAL TOURS LTD. Haliz Ziya Bulv. No: 33/106 Konak – Izmir – TURKIYE www.bestturkeytravel.com info@bestturkeytravel.com to spread Christianity. In the face of pressure, the first Christians withdrew to the mountains around Sille and lived here. One of the oldest and largest monasteries in the world, Ak Monastery (Hagios Khariton Monastery) is in Sille Village. Dinner and accommodation in Konya

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    Sunday, August 23, 2026 - Antioch in Pisidia (Yalvaç) Antalya, Perge

    We depart from Konya and head to the modern town of Yalvaç to see the ruins of Antioch in Pisidia. Sitting on the southern foothills of the Sultan Mountains, this city was once a major Roman colony that Paul the Apostle visited on his First Missionary Journey with Barnabas. Here we will tour the archeological site and visit the Yalvaç Archaeological Museum to see a display of many of the unearthed artifacts from the region. Afterward, we will continue our way to Antalya, Turkey’s famous and modern touristic resort city, and largest international sea resort on the beautiful Mediterranean coast. You will have lunch at a local restaurant on the way. Antalya which has hosted tens of civilizations for thousands of years with its mild Mediterranean climate, beautiful sea, and magnificent geography. Saint Paul set sail from Antalya on his first missionary journey. After his return to Antakya, he set out from Antalya again around 48 A.D. We will be visiting the archeological site of Perge, a chief city of Pamphylia that was visited twice by Paul the Apostle and his companion Barnabas (Acts 13:13–14 and 14:25). Saint Paul, Barnabas, and his cousin John Mark came to Perge on their first missionary journey in AD 47 or 48. (Acts 13:13, 14:25). Perge ruins: we will explore Perge’s extensive ruins, including a well-preserved theatre, the Agora, Roman baths, a colonnaded street, a great gymnasium, the necropolis, memorial fountain, and the Greek and Roman gates. Dinner and overnight in Antalya.

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    Monday, August 24, 2026 - Demre, St. Nicholas Church, Myra, Antalya

    After breakfast visit Antalya’s Old Town (Kaleiçi) where we’ll see the ancient Hadrian’s Gate with its three doors, one of the most beautiful structures of the Roman period, the Clock Tower, Fluted Minaret, and the Ancient Harbor. You will enjoy the narrow streets of the old city. In the Old Town, you’ll have the opportunity to look for and buy souvenirs from the local shops. we’ll set out on a beautiful, coastal, scenic drive to Demre. First, we’ll visit the St. Nicholas Church. Saint Nicholas, also known as Santa Claus, was a bishop here before he became a legendary and historic figure all over the world. Lycia had big cities such as Perge, Aspendos, Side, Phaselis, Kekova, Termessos, Kurşunlu, Myra, and Demre. Saint Paul went to Roma from Myra by ship for his 4 th missionary journey. We will visit ancient Myra to see its rock tombs, Roman theatre, and Roman ruins. Dinner and overnight in Antalya.

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    Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - Denizli, Colossae, Honaz, Laodicea, Pamukkale, Hierapolis

    We will depart for Pamukkale early in the morning. On the way, we will visit the holy land of Colossae, which used to be a city of the Roman province of Asia, located near Honaz today. It holds an important place in Christian history as Saint Paul’s Epistle to the Colossians was addressed to a church here. This letter is estimated to have been written in around AD 60 or 65. It is possible that St. Paul was living in Ephesus when he sent the letter to Colossae (Acts 19:10). Paul had apparently not visited Colossae when he wrote his epistle, and it is likely the gospel was preached through Paul’s companion, Epaphras, who was from Colossae (Col. 1:7; 4:12-13). Members of the early Colossian church included Philemon and his slave Onesimus (Col. 4:9; Philem. 10, 23). After our visit to Colossae, we will visit the ancient Laodicea (present name Denizli) yet another of the Seven Churches of Asia Minor [Rev. 1:11; 3:14; Col. 2:1; 4:13 - 16]. Laodicea thrived as a major center of worship for the pagan goddess Aphrodite for about 500 years after Christ. The Christians of Laodicea, one of the Seven Churches, (Rev. 3: 14-22) were chastised for being lukewarm, "You are neither cold nor hot" (Rev. 3: 15), and for being too comfortable incorporating pagan and Christian beliefs. In the famous scripture from Revelation (3: 20- 21), Jesus says to the Laodicean Church: "Behold, I stand at the door and knock..." Today, excavations still continue in Laodicea uncovering an ancient city as beautiful as Ephesus with ancient theaters, marble paths lined with columns, basilica ruins, antique stone water pipes, temples, agora, and monumental fountains. After our arrival to Pamukkale city, we will have lunch and head for Hierapolis right away. Here, we will visit the Martyrium of the Apostle Philip where he was martyred during the persecutions ordered by Domitian. We will see the Gate of Domitian, the Arcadian Way, the ancient 2nd century Roman Theater, the Nymphaeum, the Temple of Apollo, the Plutonium, and the Necropolis. We will passthrough the Roman Gate, admire the ancient Pamukkale Theater, walk around the grave monuments built to honor heroes. Each tomb is a small work of art telling a different story. We will finish our day with a relaxing walk on the travertine terraces, which were created by flowing hot thermal waters releasing carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide into the air, leaving behind the white-colored calcium carbonate. Ending our tours today, we will stay overnight in a thermal hotel in Pamukkale.

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    Wednesday, August 26, 2026 - Philadelphia, Sardis, Smyrna, Izmir

    From Pamukkale we continue our journey to Philadelphia nowadays called Alaşehir, Philadelphia one of the Seven Churches of Asia [Rev. 1:11; 3:7], and the only church that wasn’t censored. There, we will see the remains of a Byzantine basilica built of brick, with a high arch and 11th-century frescoes. And we will continue to Salihli city (Sardis). Sardes was the capital of the ancient Lydian kingdom of the 6th century B.C., portrayed as a dying church. We will visit the great Temple of Artemis and the Temple of Cybele, which was converted into a Byzantine Church. We will also visit the restored Sardis Gymnasium and reconstructed Synagogue. After lunch at a local restaurant, we will arrive in Izmir and visit the ruins of ancient Smyrna, one of the Seven Churches where the Apostle John relays the promise from God: “Be faithful until death, and I will give you the crown of life” (Rev 2:10). Smyrna is the second city of the Seven Churches in the Book of Revelation to receive the message from St. John (Rev. 1:11; 2:8). We will see the remains of a basilica and architectural works from the Roman period. Afterward, we will visit the oldest church of Izmir, the Saint Polycarp Church. Polycarp was the bishop of Smyrna and a student of St. John, who was martyred here in the 2nd century. We will see what remains of the Agora, the ancient marketplace that was built in the 4th century B.C. You may enjoy Kordonboyu Square and some Izmir sights and streets during the night. Dinner and our overnight stay is in Izmir.

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    Thursday, August 27, 2026 - Smyrna, Agora, Şirince Village, Kusadasi

    We will continue our touring of Smyrna (Izmir) and visit Kemeraltı public Bazaar for shopping. Lunch in a local restaurant before driving to Kusadasi. En route we explore Şirince village, which is an old Greek village, famous for its 300 to 400-year-old houses and its nature and wines. Afterwards, we will watch the fashion show at the leather factory's outlet center and take a short shopping break. In Kusadasi, which is one of the most beautiful holiday centers in Turkey, you can spend a nice evening after dinner, strolling on the beach and drinking something in the stylish cafeterias. Our accommodation is in Kusadasi.

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    Friday, August 28, 2026 - Ephesus, The House of Virgin Mary, St. John Church, Kusadasi

    Today, our tour starts in Ephesus (50 miles from Izmir). Ephesus is on the World Heritage List and is one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world. We will walk around the spectacular ruins where excavations still continue in this once great and important city, which was founded in the 10th century B.C. We will walk through history, along the marble streets lined with wonderful public buildings, including the Baths of Scholastica, the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian, Curates street, and the Grand Theatre with a capacity of 25,000. The Church of Ephesus is the most important of the Seven Churches of Asia Minor. It is thought that the Gospel of John was written here. Apostle Paul preached to the Ephesians and lived here for three years. The Church of Ephesus also received an epistle from him. Afterward, we will visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, and the Basilica of St. John. Lastly, we will see the House of the Virgin Mary, a small modest stone house located in the forest on the side of a mountain 6 miles from Ephesus. It is visited by Christian pilgrimsfrom all over the world. It is believed that the Apostle John brought Mary to Ephesus, following the advice that Jesus Christ gave to his mother. (John 19:27) At the end of the tour, we will be watching the special demonstrations in Turkish Delight and Leather Wear Factory stores in the area and have free time.

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    Saturday, August 29, 2026 - Thyatira, Pergamon, Ayvalık

    After breakfast, we will set off for Akhisar (approx. 60 miles). The Church of Thyatira is now called Akhisar, also one of the Seven Churches of Asia Minor [Rev. 1:11; 2:18 - 24; Acts 16:14]. Paul's sermons in the Philippi city of Macedonia mention Akhisar (Thyatira) and the church there. He describes Thyatira as the hometown of a wealthy purple dye merchant named Lydia, who worshiped God. (Acts 16:14) We continue on our way to Bergama (Pergamon) (approx. 56 miles) and have lunch at a local restaurant. Pergamon is on the World Heritage List and is one of the most powerful cities in the ancient world which rose to prominence following the death of Alexander the Great in 323 B.C. Eventually, the city came under Roman control in 133 B.C. Although the city benefited from immense wealth, in the Book of Revelations, the risen Christ instructs John to convey the message that the people of Pergamon, the site of “Satan’s Throne”, needed to repent (Rev 2:13-16). Temples in Acrapol were the worship centers of Dionysus, Zeus, and other pagan gods, and the first Christians were executed here by the Romans. For this reason, it is defined as “The Seat of Satan” (Revelation 2: 12-16). Visit Pergamon Acropolis sits atop a 1000-foot windswept mountain, offers a view of the neighboring modern towns, the azure waters of the Aegean, and the ruins of Pergamon that cascade down from the ancient city center. Here, we will explore the Temple of Trajan, the Temple of Athena, and the Altar of Zeus, which was once among the grandest monuments of the ancient world. The Great Theatre of Pergamon is among the steepest of its kind and an acoustic phenomenon, it could entertain up to 10,000 spectators. Nearby are the remains of the famous Library of Pergamon. We also visit the Red Basilica. Afterward, we will drive to Assos or Ayvalık for the night. Dinner and overnight stay is in Ayvalık.

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    Sunday, August 30, 2026 - Assos, Alexandria Troas, Troy, Canakkale, Bandirma

    Apostle Paul and his companions sailed to Mitylene on the island of Lesbos as they traveled to Jerusalem from Assos harbor. Alexandria Troas is located in the city of Çanakkale. It was founded in the late 4th century by Antigonos under the name Antigone. Alexandria Troas was mentioned several times in the Bible. It is an important site for the history of Christianity, as Saint Paul spent some time in Troas during his second missionary journey where he went to Macedonia (Acts 16.9). Also, the Gospel writer, Luke joined Paul in Troas and accompanied him on the rest of his mission. On his third missionary journey, Paul had a long address at Alexandria Troas (Acts 20:6 - 10). There are other biblical references to Troas in 2 Corinthians 2:12 and 2 Tim 4:13. Alexandria Troas remains a titular See of the Roman Catholic Church. We continue on our way to Troy and visit Troya, the city where the world's first beauty contest was held. Troy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the city where the Trojan War, described in Homer's Iliad Epic, took place in its 5000-year history. We will visit the real-life location of the legendary Trojan War described in Homer's Iliad. At the end of our tour day, we will have lunch in Çanakkale and continue to Bandirma (112 miles) where we have an overnight stay.

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    Monday, August 31, 2026 - Bursa, Iznik (Nicaea), Istanbul

    We depart from Bandirma to Bursa (71 miles). Arrive Bursa early to explore the first capital of the Ottoman Empire and the fourth most populous city in Turkey. We will first visit the Old Silk Bazaar (Koza Han) and the Green Mosque. Afterward, we will head for İznik (56 miles). We will have lunch at a local restaurant on our arrival at İznik. Then, we will discover the ancient city of Nicaea, known as İznik today, which was a religious center for Christians. Built-in the 6th century, İznik Hagia Sophia Church, which was later converted to a mosque, stands in the middle of the city. It is the famous site of the Second Council of Nicaea. The First Council of Nicaea was gathered in 325 AD by Emperor Constantine I to clarify some of the issues discussed in Christianity as an official religion in the Roman Empire. The main subject of the Council of Nicaea was whether or not Jesus was a true God. The Council acknowledged that Jesus Christ is the true God, who has the same essence as the Father of God, who has existed since eternity, thus, establishing the doctrine of the Trinity among Catholics. The Second Council of Nicaea was the seventh and last ecumenical council, which was convened on September 24, 787 in Hagia Sophia. It was also the last consensus adopted by the Orthodox and Catholics. We end the Iznik tour and depart to Istanbul (approx. 87 miles). Arrival and accommodation in Istanbul.

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    Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - Bosporus Cruise, Chora Church, Ecumenical Patriarchate

    After breakfast, we will leave our hotel and head towards the Golden Horn at 8:40 am. You will see Istanbul’s Byzantine City Walls built during the 5th century by Emperor Theodosius, stretching 5 miles along the Golden Horn. Kariye Museum (Chora Church) was built in AD 530 by the Byzantine emperor Justinian. It features mosaics and frescoes that are very well-preserved and of great artistic value as they offer some of the best examples of Late Byzantine period art from the 14th century. Chora Church was originally built on the site of a small chapel that stood for 500 years. Although it was damaged several times throughout its existence, Chora is still one of the most important monuments in Istanbul today. Then, we will visit Saint George's Church. The Greek Orthodox Patriarchate Istanbul has been the spiritual center of the Greek Orthodox world since around 1600. Officially the seat of the Patriarchate of Constantinople, it is known locally as the Fener Rum Patrikhanesi (Fener Greek Patriarch), it could be considered the Vatican of Eastern Orthodox church, and the 18th century Aya Yorgi Kilisesi, Istanbul (Church of St. George, Istanbul), which stands in the grounds of it. Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I of Constantinople bears the title of "Primus inter Pares" that is (First of the Equals) and he is regarded as the representative and religious leader of 300 million Orthodox Christians worldwide. Istanbul Fener Greek Patriarchate gained all its current freedoms and rights with the decree of Mehmed the Conqueror in 1453. His Edict regarding the church says: “No one should bully and oppress the Patriarch and the clergy, no one should be attracted to him, no matter who he is, if he and the priests in his entourage are exempt from all kinds of services forever, their churches will not be converted into mosques. Marriage and burial works, other acts and works will be done as before according to the Greek Church and customs.” Afterward, we will visit St. Stephen Church, also known as the Bulgarian Iron Church. The most metal church of all time was built in the late 19th century. It was neglected and out of use for a long time but was restored by the Turkish Government in 2015 and reopened for worship. Lunch break at a selected local restaurant, then, we will be boarding a boat for a Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise for a short and relaxing trip along the Bosporus Strait, which separates Europe and Asia and connects the Black Sea with the inland Marmara Sea. Some of the important landmarks you’ll see on this trip are the Dolmabahçe Palace, Çırağan Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Kuleli Military School, Beylerbeyi Palace, Rumeli Fortress, beautiful historic wooden mansions as well as the Maiden Tower on the sea. At the end of the tour, return to your hotel. Dinner, and overnight stay in Istanbul.

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    Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - Istanbul, Saint Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar

    Continuing our tours in Istanbul, we will visit Topkapi Palace (home to many Ottoman sultans for 400 years during the 15th-19th centuries AD) and the Saint Sophia Museum (Hagia Sofia, built by the emperor Justinian in the 6th century AD as a church and was later converted into a mosque). You will see beautiful mosaics and frescos depicting Christian icons and the Byzantine Emperors. Later, we will take a lunch break at a local restaurant. We will stroll the historical Hippodrome Square, which was used as a meeting place and for chariot races during the Byzantine period. Here, we will see the Serpent Column brought from Delphi, the Egyptian Obelisk, and the German Fountain of Wilhelm ll. Basilica Cistern, a large underground water reservoir built for the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I (AD 527-565). The cistern has a water storage capacity of 100,000 tons and is 140 meters long and 70 meters wide, and contains 336 columns, each 9 meters high. The two colossal Medusa heads made of marble, used as a support under the two columns of the cistern, were taken from another Roman-era building. Grand Bazaar, which has more than 4000 shops full of hidden treasures and authentic items. *Note that the Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and the Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays. End of the tour and return to your hotel. Accommodation in Istanbul.

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    Thursday, September 3, 2026 - Istanbul - USA

    Free time in Istanbul until your airport transfer. Our tour concludes with your transfer to the airport for your onward flight to your home city.

Cost Includes

  • Deluxe motor coach transportation
  • LDS Tour Director and Local Guides
  • Hotel accommodations in 4-star hotels
  • Sightseeing tours as outlined on the itinerary
  • Entrance fees
  • Gratuities for guides and drivers
  • All breakfasts and most dinners
  • Digital Travel App

Cost Excludes

  • Round trip Airfare from Salt Lake City to Istanbul (IST)
  • Additional possible airfare from cities other than Salt Lake City
  • Sightseeing not included on the itinerary
  • Additional hotel accommodations if needed
  • Items of a personal nature (i.e., phone calls, room service, emails, etc.)
  • Lunches
  • Travel Insurance (Highly recommended)

About Dann Hone

Dann W Hone has nearly 50 years of travel to the Near East and is one of the founding members of the BYU Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies. He held virtually every position at the Jerusalem Center, including Academic Coordinator where he was responsible for training and teaching all Jerusalem Center faculty in history, archaeology, geography, and scriptures. His studies include 13 modern and ancient languages and scripts. Dann lived in Israel for many years and received his graduate degree in Biblical History/Historical Geography from the Jerusalem University College.

A published author, Dann has written study guides and books on the Near East and recently finished two volumes of a planned eight-volume set, Scriptural Reference & Exploration Series. Dann holds emeritus status with the BYU Jerusalem Center and taught for many years as an instructor for the BYU Department of Ancient Scripture.  After thirty years at BYU, he entered back into teaching as adjunct faculty in the Department of History and Political Science at Utah Valley University. He serves as the Managing Director and faculty for the School of International Studies. (HTTP://www.travelstudiesinstitute.org)

Dann and Shirley Rae Stokes Hone have been married for 49 years in November 2022 and are the parents of six children, 21 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild.

Pricing Information

Pricing:

  • $4,560 per person double occupancy
  • $5,430 per person single occupancy
  • $4,560 per person triple occupancy
  • $500 deposit per person due at booking
  • Cash discount $ 100.00 pp

The final Payment is due May 15, 2026

Please see our cancellation policy:

If a participant needs to cancel their reservation, written notice must be provided. Cancellations within seven calendar days of booking (if not past the final payment date) will receive a full refund, excluding airfares, which follow the airline’s policy. Cancellations after the seven-day grace period incur a 50% penalty on the deposit until the final payment date, and cancellations after the final payment date are non-refundable, including for unused portions of the tour.

FAQs

Q. Are Flights Included in the Price?

Most tour and cruise packages are sold as “Land Only”. This allows you the freedom to purchase tickets on your preferred airline and from your home city. We may offer group flights depending on the tour.

Q. Can Frequent Flyer Miles be Used to Join a Tour?

Yes! Once the frequent flyer reservations have been confirmed and ticketed by the airline, please provide a copy of the itinerary to us to ensure that proper transfer arrangements are made. We regret that we cannot assist with making frequent flyer reservations.

Q. Is a Cash Discount Available?

Yes! If you want to save some money, this is the ideal option. All reservations paid for by check or cash will receive a discount. The amount varies by tour and will be listed on the web-site.

Q. Are Other Discounts Available?

Yes! If you are a Deseret Book Platinum Club member an additional discount may be available. There may be Expo discounts or other promotional discounts offered from time to time. However, only one discount per person will apply with the exception of the cash discount. Please call for details.

Q. Should I Purchase Travel Insurance?

Because unforeseen circumstances may arise, we strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance. This insurance will cover you in case you need to cancel a tour after final payment has been made. Certain restrictions apply.

Q. Is Tipping Included in the Price?

Some tours do include gratuities for the local guides and bus drivers and others do not. Please refer to the “What is Included” section for your specific trip to find out.

Q. What if I Have a Medical Condition or Physical Disability?

Please note that many of these tours require that participants be in good physical and mental health. You must be capable, without assistance, of walking a minimum of one mile over uneven terrain and of climbing stairs that may not have handrails. Participants should have sufficient stamina to keep pace with an active group of travelers on long days of touring. Anyone with disabilities should have a travel companion who is willing and capable of assisting. Please let us know if you fall into this category.

Please view our full Mobility Policy here.

Q. Can I Bring My Children on the Tour?

In order for the enjoyment of all tour participants, we generally request that children be a minimum of 8 years old to participate on the tour. Parents should be advised that they may be the only youth on the tour. Some tours may be designed with family travel in mind and will be advertised as such. Please contact us if you have any questions.

Q. What Documentation Will be Needed?

All U.S. citizens are required to have a current passport valid for six months beyond the return date if the trip is international. In some cases a visa may also be required. For tours wholly within the United States a valid Drivers License is acceptable documentation.

Please remember that your first and last name on your ticket must match your passport or drivers license. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please call our office for assistance.

Q. When is Final Payment Due?

The final payment for an international tour is due 90 days prior to departure and for domestic tours it is due 60 days prior to departure. Full payment is required for new reservations received within the final payment period.

Q. What Happens if I Need to Cancel My Tour?

Per person cancellation fees are based on the date we receive notice from you.

For tours in the United States:

  • Cancellations within 7 days of booking (if not within final payment date): full deposit refunded.
  • Cancellations after the grace period ends to 91 days prior to departure: $125 will be refunded (50% of tour deposit)
  • Cancellations from 90 to 61 days prior to departure: no refund of deposit
  • Full payment due: 60 days prior to departure.
  • Cancellations made 59 days or less prior to departure: no refund.
  • Cancellations made on the day of departure: no refund
  • Cancellation by Morris Murdock Escorted Tours: full refund.
  • No refund for unused portions of the tour, including but not limited to, missed meals, hotel nights, and sightseeing.

For all other tours including international tours and cruises:

  • Cancellations within 7 days of booking (if not within final payment date): full deposit refunded.
  • Cancellations after the grace period ends to 91 days prior to departure: $250 refund (50% of tour deposit)
  • Full payment due: 90 days prior to departure.
  • Cancellations made 89 days or less prior to departure: no refund
  • Cancellations made on the day of departure: no refund
  • Cancellation by Morris Murdock Escorted Tours: full refund.
  • No refund for unused portions of the tour, including but not limited to, missed meals, hotel nights, and sightseeing.

Will I receive a refund?

The refund amount, if any, will be paid according to the cancellation schedule listed above. We highly recommend travel insurance.

Q. What Should I Pack?

Since each tour is different, please refer to the individual tour recommendations on the web-site. Generally speaking, you will want to pack comfortable walking shoes, slacks and shirts that can be easily layered should there be a change in temperature. Be sure pack an extra change of clothing, camera and prescription medicines in your carry on bag.

Q. How Much Luggage Can I Take?

Carry-on: Most airlines permit each passenger to take one carry-on bag, total dimensions (22"+ 14"+ 9") of which must not exceed 45 inches and which cannot weigh more than 22 lbs., and one additional personal carry-on item, such as a purse or briefcase/laptop case; all carry-on items must fit under the seat in front of you or in the overhead compartment.

Checked: Please check with your airline to confirm the current luggage limitations and any applicable fees. Most carriers charge a fee for any checked bags, with a discount if this is done ahead of time online.

Overweight: Please note that many airlines charge significant fees for overweight or oversized luggage. Be sure that all baggage and personal belongings are properly insured. Items such as medications, jewelry, or other valuables, breakable or perishable items, and important documents should be hand-carried. Responsibility will not be assumed by the airline for loss of or damage to these items.

Q. What Items Can I Carry-On?

Due to recent security issues on flights coming into the United States, the Transportation Security Administration has updated its aviation security measures. For an up-to-date list of items banned from carry-on luggage and items you can carry on, please visit: www.tsa.gov.

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Morris Murdock Escorted Tours has been fulfilling travel dreams for our clients for over 65 years. Morris Murdock Escorted Tours, was the first tour operator to offer LDS faith-based and Church History escorted tours. Since then, we have expanded our offerings to include cruises, humanitarian, shopping and other types of tours with hand-picked tour guides and tour directors that are experts in their field or celebrities with an attachment to the destination or tour's theme.

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