June 7-16, 2026
New Testament Alive By Land & Sea
Letters & Churches: from Acts to Revelation With Dr. Andy Nash & Local Christian Guides
Together we’ll walk and sail the very pages of Scripture, including Paul’s second missionary in chronological sequence: Philippi, Thessaloniki, Berea, Athens, Mars Hill, and Corinth. Then our four day cruise takes us to the biblical sites of Ephesus, Patmos, and Crete—along with Mykonos and Santorini. We’ll enter into the life and ministry of the earliest Christians—Paul, John, Timothy, Titus, Luke, Lydia, Priscilla & Aquila—as we worship the same risen Lord together.
Join us for a life-changing journey through the letters and churches of the New Testament: from Acts of Revelation.
Tour Options & Add-Ons
Customize Your Tour Plan
MAIN TOUR: GREECE & ISLANDS
June 7-16, 2026 with Dr. Andy Nash
REVELATION’S SEVEN CHURCHES
June 16-19, 2026 with Dr. David Hartman
ISTANBUL, TURKEY
June 19-21, 2026 With Local Christian Guides
ROME, ITALY
June 4-7, 2026 With Local Christian Guides
Limited Seats Left
Registration
1. Traveler Sign-Up Form
This tour will be filled on a first-come basis. To hold space on this tour, fill out the Traveler Sign-Up Form ONLINE.
2. deposit
Please pay your nonrefundable deposit of $500/person at tabghatours.com/payment via debit/credit card. Or mail a check to Tabgha Tours, 8139 Roy Lane, Ooltewah, TN 37363. Your deposit will be deducted from final payment.
3. Pay Your Tour in Full
After your space has been confirmed and your deposit has been received, the remaining balance is due after December 1, 2025. Full payment is required so we can finalize reservations, secure tickets, and prepare all tour elements for you and any new participants.
You’re covered
Insurance Included
Post-departure trip Insurance is included.
The insurance covers post-departure emergencies, including hospitalization (up to $140,000) and lost luggage.
- The insurance also included up to $1000 for trip cancellation for medical reasons only, within 30 days of departure.
- Increased cancellation coverage is also available.
- Insurance is purchased 30 days prior to the trip.
LAST TOUR PICTURES
2025 New Testament Land & Sea Tour (Greece and Greek Islands)
MAIN TOUR: GREECE & GREEK ISLANDS
With Dr. Andy Nash & Local Christian Guides
June 7-16, 2026
Land Portion: Philippi, Thessaloniki, Berea, Athens, Mars Hill, Corinth Cruise Portion: Mykonos, Ephesus, Patmos, Crete, Santorini
MAIN speaker
Dr Andy Nash
A passionate explorer and traveler who truly lives for discovering Biblical routes. He’s the author of “Saved: The Story of God and Us” and knows how to bring Bible to life in a way that feels personal and real. Alongside him is his wife, Cindy Nash, and together they’ll take you on an amazing journey back to the early days of Christianity and the mission of the Apostle Paul.
In a short time, you’ll visit cities and islands, soak in the atmosphere of these incredible places, and connect deeply with this powerful story.
Day 1
Sunday, June 7
Fly from Home to Thessaloniki, Greece
Today is your travel day. You’ll fly from your home airport on June 7, arriving in Thessaloniki, Greece on June 8. There is no hotel night included this day since it’s an overnight travel day.
Day 2
Monday, June 8
Arrive in Thessaloniki, Greece
Arrive in Thessaloniki (SKG) and take a taxi to the hotel (transfer on your own, paid directly). Early check-in is welcomed as rooms become available.
From the moment you arrive at the hotel, your real adventure begins:
- evening welcome supper,
- time to meet your group,
- short worship,
and overnight in Thessaloniki.
Day 3
Tuesday, June 9
Philippi & Thessaloniki: First Steps of the Gospel in Europe
Daily buffet breakfast.
Take air-conditioned motorcoach to Philippi, where Paul, Silas, Luke, and Timothy arrived Europe. Visit the river where Paul won his first European convert, Lydia and her household.
Lunch and visit the excavations of Philippi, where Paul and Silas were brought before the local rulers and imprisoned.
Return to Thessaloniki, where Paul and his companions reasoned for three Sabbaths in the syngagogue, proclaiming Jesus as the Messiah.
Supper and overnight in Thessaloniki.
- Phillip: Acts 16:11-12; Philippians
- Thessaloniki: Acts 17:2-4; 1-2 Thessalonians
Day 4
Wednesday, June 10
Following Paul’s route from Berea to Athens by way of Mount Olympus
Daily buffet breakfast.
Load and depart for Berea, where Paul and Silas were warmly received by the Bereans.
Lunch, and drive south along Greece coastline—with view of Mount Olympus.
Arrive in Athens for supper and overnight.
- Berea: Acts 17:10-14
Day 5
Thursday, June 11
A full day in Athens and Corinth with Scripture coming alive
Daily buffet breakfast.
Depart for the Acropolis.
Visit Mars Hill where Paul debated the Athenians and appealed to them to worship an “unknown God.” Visit the ancient Parthenon, built in the 5th century B.C.
Lunch and afternoon visit and communion at ancient Corinth, where Paul ministered for 18 months and later sent the letters of 1 & 2 Corinthians.
Return to Athens for supper and overnight.
- Athens/Mars Hill: 17:16-34; 1 Thess. 3:1-6
- Corinth: Acts 18:1-18; Acts 20:1-3; I & II Corinthians
Day 6
Friday, June 12
Starting our four-day cruise with a sunset in Mykonos
Daily buffet breakfast.
Load and depart for Lavrio port and board our Celestyal cruise ship for our four-day/three-night cruise. [Note: All meals are provided on the ship, and we’ll also have a private meeting room for daily group worship and Bible study.]
Sail to the world-famous island of Mykonos, with its gleaming white-washed buildings and windmills.
Supper, worship, and overnight on our cruise ship.
Day 7
Saturday, June 13
Cruising while exploring Ephesus and visiting John’s Patmos
All meals are provided on the ship.
In the morning we arrive in Kusadasi, Turkey, with a group visit to fabulous ancient Ephesus, where the Apostles Paul and John both lived and ministered.
After worship and lunch, we sail to the island of Patmos, where the Apostle John received the Revelation of Jesus Christ.
Supper and overnight on our cruise ship.
- Ephesus: Acts 18:19-28; 19:1-20; 20:16-38; Rev. 2:1-7; Ephesians
- Patmos: Revelation 1:9; Revelation
Day 8
Sunday, June 14
A New Testament morning in Crete and a postcard evening in Santorini
All meals are provided on the ship.
Arrive at Heraklion, Crete, where Paul sailed and where Titus ministered. Morning free time or optional excursions.
Then lunch and sail north to the isle of Santorini, the most breathtaking of all the Greek islands. Group cable car ride included to the exquisite village clinging to volcanic cliffs.
Supper, worship, and overnight on cruise ship.
- Crete: Acts 28:7-8; Book of Titus
Day 9
Monday, June 15
Closing the cruise chapter and flying home or on to Revelation’s Seven Churches
All meals are provided on the ship.
Cruise ship arrives at Lavrio port early-morning.
Take motorcoach to Athens airport, with arrival at 9:00 a.m. for afternoon/evening flights home.
For travelers staying an extra night, we can reserve the Athens Airport/Holiday Inn Hotel for you. Or continue onto Izmir, Greece for tour of Revelation’s 7 Churches.
Main Tour Pricing*
Greece & Greek Islands with Dr. Andy Nash & Local Guides, June 7-16, 2026
*Tour package includes: first-class hotels, sightseeing and entrance fees, transportation via motorcoach and Celestyal cruise ship, port fees and taxes, gratuities, post-departure trip insurance, two meals/day on land tour (all meals covered on cruise), shore excursions to Ephesus, Patmos, Santorini. Not included: flights, initial taxi to opening hotel, and daily lunches on land portion. All meals included on the cruise.
Cancellation Policies. More than 6 months prior to departure: $500 tour deposit. 4-6 months prior to departure; 25% penalty; 1-4 months prior; 50% penalty. Less than one month prior; no refund. (Included trip insurance is purchased 30 days prior to travel and provides up to $1000/person cancellation for documented medical emergencies. Additional cancellation converage will also be offered one month prior to travel.)
Cruise Cabin Options
Our four day cruise takes us to the biblical sites of Ephesus, Patmos, and Crete—along with Mykonos and Santorini.
- Inside Cabin (already included with package)
- Outside Cabin (with obstructed view); $200/$400 shared/single
- Outside Cabin (with full view): $385/$770 shared/single
- Balcony Cabin $500/$1000 shared/single
- Junior Suite: $700/$1400 shared/single
OPTIONAL EXTENSION: Revelation’s 7 Churches
With Dr. David Hartman and Local Guides
June 15-19, 2026
The coastal city of Izmir, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea, visits to Hierapolis/Pamukkale hot springs and Colossae, the Ephesus Museum and the Tomb of the Apostle John, with an optional extension to Istanbul.
MAIN speaker
Dr David Hartman
A thoughtful teacher and seasoned traveler who has spent his life helping people hear God’s voice more clearly. Dr. David Hartman is a professor of evangelism and church ministry at Southern Adventist University, and he has a gift for making deep spiritual truths feel simple, practical, and close to the heart. On this journey through the Seven Churches of Revelation, he’ll gently guide you to listen for God in each place, reflect on your own walk with Jesus, and seek fresh direction for your life.
As you stand where early believers once stood, visit ancient cities, and open Scripture together, Dr. Hartman will invite you into a very personal experience with God—encouraging you not just to learn about Revelation, but to receive your own “letters” of hope, correction, and calling from the Lord.
Day 1
Monday, June 15
Welcome to Izmir and the region of the Seven Churches
Arrive at Izmir airport and transfer to hotel.
Supper and overnight in the beautiful coastal city of Izmir.
Day 2
Tuesday, June 16
Visiting Smyrna, Pergamum, and Thyatira
Daily buffet breakfast.
Begin tour of Revelation’s 7 Churches with visit to (1) Smyrna (2) Pergamum, and (3) Thyatira.
Supper and overnight near Thyatira.
- Smyrna: Rev. 2:8-11
- Pergamum: Rev. 2:12-17
- Thyatira: Rev. 2:18-29; Acts 16:14
Day 3
Wednesday, June 17
From Sardis and Philadelphia to a spa night near Laodicea
Daily buffet breakfast.
Continue tour of Revelation’s 7 Churches with visit to (4) Sardis (5) Philadelphia and (6) Laodicea.
Supper and relaxing evening at five-star thermal spa near Laodicea.
- Sardis: Rev. 3:1-6; Obadiah 20 (Sepharad)
- Philadelphia: Rev. 3:7-13
- Laodicea: Rev. 3:14-22; Col. 4:13-15
Day 4
Thursday, June 18
From Pamukkale’s terraces to Colossae and the Ephesus Museum
Daily buffet breakfast.
Visit Hierapolis/Parmukkale hot springs and Colossae.
Visit the Ephesus Museum and Tomb of the Apostole John. (Main Ephesus tour already included in cruise).
Continue to Izmir for supper and overnight.
- Hierapolis: Col. 4:13 Colossae: Colossians
- Ephesus: Acts 18:19-28; 19:1-20; 20:16-38; Rev. 2:1-7; Ephesians
Day 5
Friday, June 19
Departure day with option to continue to Istanbul
Daily buffet breakfast.
Fly home, or continue onto Istanbul extension.
Revelation’s 7 Churches Tour Pricing*
With Dr. David Hartman and Local Guides, June 15-19, 2026
*Tour package includes: first-class hotels, sightseeing and entrance fees, transportation via motorcoach, gratuities, post-departure trip insurance, two meals/day on land tour.
Not included: flights, and daily lunches on land portion.
To arrive with group you can book Aegean Air Flight A3 996 Athens-Izmir for June 15, 2026. This is a nonstop one-way flight scheduled to depart at 5:25 p.m.
Cancellation Policies. More than 6 months prior to departure: $500 tour deposit. 4-6 months prior to departure; 25% penalty; 1-4 months prior; 50% penalty. Less than one month prior; no refund. (Included trip insurance is purchased 30 days prior to travel and provides up to $1000/person cancellation for documented medical emergencies. Additional cancellation converage will also be offered one month prior to travel.)
OPTIONAL EXTENSION: Istanbul, Turkey
With Local Guides
June 19-21, 2026
This Istanbul extension includes visits to the Istanbul Archaeological Museum, Topkapi Palace, the Grand Bazaar, Hagia Sophia, and the Blue Mosque, plus a scenic Bosporus boat cruise—so in just a few days you see ancient treasures, royal history, vibrant markets, sacred landmarks, and the skyline of two continents.
Day 1
Friday, June 19
Istanbul arrival with Archaeological Museum and Topkapi Palace
Morning flight to Istanbul.
Visit the Istanbul Archaeological Museum and Topkapi Palace.
Lunch and afternoon visit to Grand Bazaar.
Supper and overnight in Istanbul.
Day 2
Saturday, June 20
Visiting Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque with a Bosporus boat trip
Daily buffet breakfast.
Visit the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque.
Provided lunch and afternoon boat trip on the Bosporus, connecting Europe & Asia.
Supper and overnight in Istanbul.
Day 3
Sunday, June 21
Departure from Istanbul
Daily buffet breakfast.
Load and depart for Istanbul airport for flight home.
Istanbul, Turkey Tour Pricing*
With Local Guides, June 19-21, 2026
*Tour package includes: first-class hotels, sightseeing and entrance fees, transportation via motorcoach, gratuities, post-departure trip insurance, two meals/day and Saturday lunch.
Not included: flights, and daily lunches.
To arrive with group you can book Turkish Airlines TK 2311 Izmir-Istanbul for June 19, 2026. This is a nonstop one-way flight scheduled to depart at 8:55 a.m.
Cancellation Policies. More than 6 months prior to departure: $500 tour deposit. 4-6 months prior to departure; 25% penalty; 1-4 months prior; 50% penalty. Less than one month prior; no refund. (Included trip insurance is purchased 30 days prior to travel and provides up to $1000/person cancellation for documented medical emergencies. Additional cancellation converage will also be offered one month prior to travel.)
OPTIONAL EXTENSION: Pre-Tour in Rome, Italy.
With Local Guides
June 5-8, 2026
This Rome pre-tour includes: a Roma Barocca walk (Piazza Navona, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Pantheon), visits to the Catacombs, St. Paul’s Outside the Walls, St. John Lateran, Scala Sancta, the Colosseum, Mamertine Prison, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, plus St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Museums (including the Sistine Chapel), followed by a flight to Thessaloniki to begin the main tour.
Day 1
Friday, June 5
Beginning your Rome stay with a Baroque city walk
Arrival in Rome and check-in to hotel.
Meet at 3:00 p.m. for Roma Barocca guided walk to Piazza Navona, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, and Pantheon.
Supper and overnight in Rome.
Day 2
Saturday, June 6
Ancient Christian Rome with Catacombs and major basilicas
Daily buffet breakfast.
Morning visit to the Catacombs. Also visit St. Paul’s Outside the Walls, St. John Lateran Church, and Pilate’s Staircase/Scala Sancta, which pilgrims including Martin Luther climbed on their knees as an act of devotion.
Supper and overnight in Rome.
Day 3
Sunday, June 7
Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and free time in Rome
Daily buffet breakfast.
Visit to Roman Colosseum, Mamertine Prison, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, Afternoon free time.
Supper and overnight in Rome.
Day 4
Monday, June 8
Ancient Christian Rome with Catacombs and major basilicas
Daily buffet breakfast.
Depart for St. Peter’s Basilica and Vatican Museum, including Raphael’s Rooms and the Sistine Chapel. (Wear pants/modest skirt. No sleeveless shirts.)
Load and depart for Rome airport for flight to Thessaloniki.
Pre-Tour in Rome, Italy Tour Pricing*
With Local Guides, June 5-8, 2026
*Tour package includes: first-class hotels, sightseeing and entrance fees, transportation via motorcoach, gratuities, post-departure trip insurance, two meals/day and Saturday lunch.
Not included: flights, and daily lunches.
To arrive with group you can book Aegean Airways A3 551 Rome-Thessaloniki for June 8, 2026. This is a nonstop one-way flight scheduled to depart at 3:00 p.m.
Cancellation Policies. More than 6 months prior to departure: $500 tour deposit. 4-6 months prior to departure; 25% penalty; 1-4 months prior; 50% penalty. Less than one month prior; no refund. (Included trip insurance is purchased 30 days prior to travel and provides up to $1000/person cancellation for documented medical emergencies. Additional cancellation converage will also be offered one month prior to travel.)
Tour Gateway Airports
These are the official airports associated with this tour (arrivals, departures, and key connections). Please use them as a guide when booking your airfare.
Airfare is not part of the tour price. Please note whether you want help booking or will book yourself.
Rome, Italy "Fiumicino" (FCO)
Friday, June 5, 2026 Arrival - Monday, June 8 Departure (Aegean Airways A3 551 Rome-Thessaloniki for June 8, 2026 at 3:00 p.m)
Thessaloniki, Greece "Makedonia" (SKG)
Monday, June 8, 2026 Arrival - one way
Athens, Greece (ATH)
Monday, June 15, Departure (Aegean Air Flight A3 996 Athens-Izmir for June 15, 2026 at 5:25 p.m.)
Izmir, Turkey "Adnan Menderes" (ADB)
Monday, June 15, 2026 Arrival - Friday, June 19 Departure (Turkish Airlines TK 2311 Izmir-Istanbul for June 19, 2026 at 8:55 a.m.)
Istanbul, Turkey (IST)
Friday, June 19, 2026 Arrival - Sunday, June 21 Departure to home
Pick Your Best Gateway
Rome (FCO), Athens (ATH) and Istanbul (IST)
For maximum flexibility, travelers can choose from three main gateway airports for their international flights:
- Rome (FCO) – best for guests joining the Rome Pre-Tour
- Athens (ATH) – best for guests joining the Main Greece Tour
- Istanbul (IST) – best for guests ending with the Seven Churches & Istanbul Extension
Major airlines from the U.S. to Rome and Athens include Delta, American, and United (plus partner airlines via European hubs). Flights to Istanbul (IST) are served primarily by Turkish Airlines, with additional options via European hubs.
What's Included
Hotels
You’ll stay each night in comfortable first-class hotels or resorts along the route, with specific properties and details provided before departure.
Two Meals Daily
Two meals per day are included on the land tour, with daily buffet breakfasts and evening dinners provided at the hotel.
Gratuities
Standard tips are already included, but you’re always welcome to give extra if you’d like.
Sightseeing & Entrance fees
Sightseeing tours and entrance fees are included in the price—all excursions listed in the daily program are covered.
Transportation via motor coach and cruise ship
All on-tour travel between cities and ports by motor coach and cruise ship is included; flights are not included.
Post-departure trip insurance
Сoverage for medical emergencies (including hospitalization), lost luggage, and limited trip cancellation for medical reasons.
Athens I Mykonos I Kusadasi I Patmos I Heraklion I Santorini I Athens
This 4-day New Testament Aegean cruise onboard Celestyal Discovery includes an inside cabin, all meals, gratuities, port fees, and taxes. The ship will visit Ephesus, Patmos, Santorini, and additional Greek islands, with key shore excursions included (extra optional excursions are not included). You may upgrade to an oceanview or balcony cabin, and throughout the cruise we’ll also have a private meeting room for daily group worship and Bible study.
