The 2023-25 Programs Sponsored by Morris Columbus TRAVEL
April 1-10, 2023 Ten-Day Egypt with 4-Day Nile Cruise & April 9-16, Seven-Day Jordan Option
April 1-10, 2023 Ten-Day Egypt with 4-Day Nile Cruise & April 9-16, Seven-Day Jordan Option
April 1-10, 2023 Ten-Day Egypt with 4-Day Nile Cruise & April 9-16, Seven-Day Jordan Option
"Egypt Explorations Tour with Jordan Option"
Faculty: Dann & Shirley Hone
Egypt: April 1-10, 2023
Major sites include: Cairo, Saqqara, Memphis, Giza, Egyptian Cairo Museum, Khan Khalil Bazaar, Old Cairo, Alexandria, Nile Cruise: Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor (East & West Banks of Nile), Dandara, and more; Jordan: April 10-16 Petra, Wadi Rum, Mt Nebo, Madaba, Macharaeus, Karak Castle, Amman, Al-Magtas (Bethabara), Pella, Umm Qais (Gadara), Irbid, Adjloun Castle, Jerash, & Penuel
THESE TOUR PROGRAMS ARE SOLD OUT
2023 Holy Land with Jordan Option "In the Footsteps of Jesus and the Prophets" Tours
April 1-10, 2023 Ten-Day Egypt with 4-Day Nile Cruise & April 9-16, Seven-Day Jordan Option
April 1-10, 2023 Ten-Day Egypt with 4-Day Nile Cruise & April 9-16, Seven-Day Jordan Option
Faculty: Dann Hone & Larry Gelwix
Israel/P.A.: April 19-30 & October
Price for land only is $2995 ($147 per person will be added for tips & gratuities)
Post Tour Jordan Option: April 16-20 & October 7-12– Hosted by Dann Hone
Faculty: Dann Hone
Israel/P.A.: June 7 – 18, 2023 & October 25-November 5 Price for land only is $2995 ($147 per person will be added for tips & gratuities) Post Tour Jordan Option: May 8-12 & October 21-12 Hosted by Dann Hone
You may download brochures for the tour programs under the section "BROCHURE DOWNLOADS FOR 2023".
ALL 2023 HOLY LAND TOUR PROGRAMS ARE SOLD OUT
2023 SWING4CANCER HOLY LAND MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE WITH GENTRI
April 1-10, 2023 Ten-Day Egypt with 4-Day Nile Cruise & April 9-16, Seven-Day Jordan Option
2023 September "The Journeys of the Ancient Apostles" Tour & Mediterranean Cruise
- THIS CRUISE PACKAGE IS SOLD OUT!
Faculty: Larry Gelwix & Dann Hone
Israel/P.A.: May 6-18
See Price and Details at https://mmetours.com/index.php/cruises/352-2023-swing4cancer-holy-land-med-cruise-with-gentri
Rome, Italy; Day at Sea Limassol, Cyprus Jerusalem; Haifa; Ephesus, Turkey; Athens, Greece; Naples, Italy
Set sail with the dynamic tenors of GENTRI for a once-in-a-lifetime Eastern Mediterranean & Holy Land Cruise. This cruise will help those diagnosed with cancer through the Swing4cancer organization.
While onboard you be entertained by Gentri, The Gentlemen Trio, have several onboard lectures to help you make the most of the places you'll visit on this spiritual journey through the lands of the Bible.
2023 September "The Journeys of the Ancient Apostles" Tour & Mediterranean Cruise
Holy Land Private & Family Groups, 2024/2025 Design Your own Adventures with your Family or Friends
2023 September "The Journeys of the Ancient Apostles" Tour & Mediterranean Cruise
Join expert tour host and educator, Dann Hone as he takes you on a journey following the footsteps of the Apostles Paul, Peter, and John the Revelator. You’ll travel to Turkey, Greece, and Rome to view the many areas mentioned in the New Testament, such as ancient Ephesus, Patmos, Philippi, Thessaloniki, Athens, Corinth, and Rome. This tour is a feast for the heart and eyes that combine dramatic ruins with breathtaking views of these countries.
Faculty: Dann & Shirley Hone
See Price and Details at https://www.mmetours.com/index.php/holy-lands/395-2023-journeys-ancient-apostles-turkey-greece-and-rome-dann-shirley-hone
Call your favorite Morris Columbus Agent or Morris Murdock Escorted Tours: (800) 809-9910
JUST ANNOUNCED IN FEBRUARY 2023, SPACES AVAILABLE!!
CONTACT MORRIS COLUMBUS TOURS FOR INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION
April 20-30, 2024 Ten-Day Egypt with 4-Day Nile Cruise & April 29-May 6 Seven-Day Jordan Option
Holy Land Private & Family Groups, 2024/2025 Design Your own Adventures with your Family or Friends
Holy Land Private & Family Groups, 2024/2025 Design Your own Adventures with your Family or Friends
"Egypt Explorations Tour with Jordan Option"
Faculty: Dann & Shirley Hone
Egypt: April 20-30, 2024
Major sites include: Cairo, Saqqara, Memphis, Giza, Egyptian Cairo Museum, Khan Khalil Bazaar, Old Cairo, Alexandria, Nile Cruise: Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor (East & West Banks of Nile), Dandara, and more;
Jordan: April 29--May 6 Petra, Wadi Rum, Mt Nebo, Madaba, Macharaeus, Karak Castle, Amman, Al-Magtas (Bethabara), Pella, Umm Qais (Gadara), Irbid, Adjloun Castle, Jerash, & Penuel
THIS PROGRAM IS NOT YET OPENED TO THE PUBLIC.
REGISTRATION WILL SOON BE MADE AVAILABLE THROUGH MORRIS COLUMBUS TRAVEL.
LOOK ON THEIR WWW SITE UNDER "HOLY LAND" FOR AVAILABILITY:
Holy Land Private & Family Groups, 2024/2025 Design Your own Adventures with your Family or Friends
Holy Land Private & Family Groups, 2024/2025 Design Your own Adventures with your Family or Friends
Holy Land Private & Family Groups, 2024/2025 Design Your own Adventures with your Family or Friends
Individually organized family and private groups may be arranged through the School of International Studies . These programs may be organized directly by School of International Studies (SIS) or co-sponsored by Morris Columbus Travel. For Information please contact SIS by email, text, or phone:
travelstudiesinstitute@gmail.com
or
or
mobile phone (801) 636.8593
Dates for 2024-2025 are still open for private or family groups !!!
SPECIAL SEMINAR FOR INTENSIVE EXPLORATIONS IN THE HOLY LAND
September 2024 Intensive Explorations in the Holy Land
24-Days in the Holy Land
September 7-30, 2024
Faculty: Dann Hone
Price $TBA Based on 12 full paying participants (maximum participation is 14 individuals in good health)
Projected 2024 Holy Land Programs to Jordan, Israel, & the Palestinian Authority Lands
Projected 2024 Holy Land Programs to Jordan, Israel, & the Palestinian Authority Lands
Projected 2024 Holy Land Programs to Jordan, Israel, & the Palestinian Authority Lands
The following special January 10-26, 2024 travel seminar with Dr. David S. Hone and Dann W Hone
"THE HOLY LANDS: Elements of Life Meditative Seminar"
To the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, Israel, & the Palestinian Territories
REGISTER FOR THIS UNIQUE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM DIRECTLY THROUGH THROUGH THE SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES AT DANNHONE@GMAIL.COM OR STOKES.HONE@GMAIL.COM OR
TEXT MESSAGE+1-801-636-8593
The following 2024 Holy Land tours, are hosted by Dann Hone & Larry Gelwix
· March 23-28 Jordan Pre-tour Option Hosted by Dann Hone
March 27-April 7 Israel/P.A.
Hosted by Larry Gelwix & Dann Hone
April 6-11 Jordan Pre-tour Option
Hosted by Dann Hone
·April 10-21 Israel/P.A.
Hosted by Dann Hone
April 6-11 Jordan Pre-tour Option
Hosted by Dann Hone
May 1-12 Israel/P.A.
Hosted by Larry Gelwix & Dann Hone
· October 26-31 Jordan Pre-tour Option Hosted by Dann Hone
· October 30-November 10 Israel/P.A.
· October 26-31 Jordan Pre-tour Option Hosted by Dann Hone
· October 30-November 10 Israel/P.A. Hosted by Dann Hone
CONTACT MORRIS COLUMBUS TOURS FOR INFORMATION & REGISTRATION
February 2024 "THE ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS OF PERU" WITH CARLOS FIDA & DANN HONE
Projected 2024 Holy Land Programs to Jordan, Israel, & the Palestinian Authority Lands
Projected 2024 Holy Land Programs to Jordan, Israel, & the Palestinian Authority Lands
This is one of the most comprehensive tours to Peru, the Land of the Incas, and other lost civilizations.
For the first time, we will explore the religion of this civilization, as well as the legends that made Peru the most interesting country in the Americas. Tour director Dann Hone will introduce the travelers to the syncretism of different religions and practices, and compare them to the culture of Mesopotamia.
The tour will travel to the Land of the Moches, one of the most important civilizations in northern Peru, dating back to the first century of the Christian era.
We will visit Machu Picchu, the top destination for any traveler wanting to appreciate the past glory of the Incas.
The Urubamba River follows the course of the the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The valley exudes with verdant gardens, rushing waters, chattering birds, and nature most vibrant hues. All of this makes this signature program a true and unique experience.
Dann Hone and Carlos Fida, will introduce you, to the mythical cultures of ancient Peru.
CONTACT MORRIS COLUMBUS TRAVEL
To Book This Tour, Contact:
Carol Alegre, Tour Manager
Tel: (801) 483-6165
Email Carol
SPACES ARE AVAILABLE NOW - LIMITED PARTICIPATION!
Projected 2025 Holy Land Programs to Jordan, Israel, & the Palestinian Authority Lands
Projected 2024 Holy Land Programs to Jordan, Israel, & the Palestinian Authority Lands
Projected 2025 Holy Land Programs to Jordan, Israel, & the Palestinian Authority Lands
THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS ARE PROPOSED FOR 2025 WITH NEW ITINERARIES IN THE COUNTRIES:
The following 2025 Holy Land tours, are hosted by Dann Hone & Larry Gelwix
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Feb 25-March 2 Jordan Option
March 1-12 Israel/P.A.
March 12-16 Jordan Option
·March 15-26 Israel/P.A.
March 26-30 Jordan Option
March 29-April 9 Israel/P.A.
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October14-19 Jordan Option
· October18-30 Israel/P.A.
these Holy Land programs have New itineraries the are one day longer and provide a much fuller experience in the Countries of Jordan and Israel/P.A.
"Intensive Explorations of the Holy Land" -- a 24-day in-depth educational program with a thorough immersion into the lands of the scriptures. The travel of the Holy Land includes more field travel and Biblical life-style experiences than nearly all university study abroad programs. It is open to all ages and families with limited participation open for only 14 individuals maximum for participation)
Look for dates to be announced for 2025.
Projected 2025 Egypt, Jordan & Eastern Mediterranean Cruise & Land Packages
Projected 2025 Egypt, Jordan & Eastern Mediterranean Cruise & Land Packages
Projected 2025 Holy Land Programs to Jordan, Israel, & the Palestinian Authority Lands
THE FOLLOWING CRUISE PROGRAMS ARE PROPOSED FOR 2025 WITH NEW ITINERARIES
Egypt Explorations with 4-day Nile Cruise: April 12-21, 2025
Post-Option Jordan: April 20-27, 2025 (6 days in country)
Norwegian Cruise Journeys of Jesus & His Apostles, Pre-Cruise-5-Days Holy Land Option: April 29-May 5, 2025
Norwegian Cruise Journeys of Jesus & His Apostles: May 3-18, 2025 This one is still under negotiations and may be adjusted.
Journeys of the Ancient Apostles Tour with 4-Day Greek Isle Cruise: September 6-21, 2025 (SAME SCHEDULE AS 2023 & 2024 "JOURNEYS OF THE ANCIENT APOSTLES" LAND TOUR WITH 4-DAY MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE
January 2024 Elements of Life Meditative Seminar To the Holy Lands
Projected 2025 Egypt, Jordan & Eastern Mediterranean Cruise & Land Packages
January 2024 Elements of Life Meditative Seminar To the Holy Lands
The Elements of Life Institute is co-sponsoring this in-depth travel seminar for learning principles of health through the study of modern and ancient practices, nutrition, qigong therapy and personal qigong exercise. The seminar is designed for practitioners and students who desire to further their training through a unique Holy Lands travel seminar following the footsteps of the prophets of Judaism, Islam and Christianity. They will walk in their footsteps and see, hear, know, and feel the history, present, and future of this sacred land. While on location, the seminar meditations and instructions will assist you to travel back and feel the things of the life and times of the people of the Scriptures. Travel Locations include the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, Israel and the Palestinian Territories.
Dates: January 1--26, 2024
Seminar Land Costs: $5300 (single Supplement $1340)
Tour Hosts -- Travel with Larry and Dann
Larry D. Gelwix
For 30 years Larry Gelwix has served as host of the syndicated “Travel Show” radio broadcast and is known to listeners as the “Getaway Guru”. Larry is one of the leading Holy Land tour organizers having arranged travel for thousands of visitors to Israel, Egypt, and the Middle East. As a tour host and former LDS mission president, Larry brings a unique dimension to understanding the life of Christ and our road to discipleship. For 36 years Larry served as the volunteer Head Coach of the Highland Rugby Team. The team’s success caught the attention of Hollywood which produced “Forever Strong”, a major motion picture which tells the true-life story of Coach Gelwix and the Highland team. Larry was also the subject of a 2012 documentary entitled “Larry Gelwix: No Regrets”, which won an Emmy Award and has aired on national television. A popular convention, seminar, and fireside speaker, Larry has addressed groups across the country and around the world. Larry Gelwix currently serves as CEO of Columbus Travel®, Bountiful, Utah.
Dann W Hone
Dann W Hone is one of the founding members of the BYU Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies and held virtually every position at the 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 over 9-years and received his graduate degree in Biblical History from the Jerusalem University College. A published author, Dann has written study guides and books on the Near East and
recently finished volumes one and two of a seven volume Scriptural Reference and Exploration series on “scriptural manners and customs.” Dann is an emeritus administrator/faculty of the Jerusalem Center/Ancient Scripture at BYU. After thirty years at BYU, he entered back into teaching as an adjunct faculty in the Department of History and Political Science at Utah Valley University. He currently serves as the Managing Director and faculty for the School of International Travel Studies, part of the Elements of Life Institute.
Recent 2018 Lectures on sites with Columbus Travel's October Holy Land tour: