Italy :Faith, Food & Wine

A Journey Through Art, Spirit, and the Flavors of Italy Join Rev. Scott Suskovic and the people of Christ Lutheran Church Come along on an unforgettable journey through Italy with Rev. Scott Suskovic and the Christ Lutheran Church community. This specially crafted tour blends faith, history, culture, and cuisine into one inspiring experience. From the romantic canals of Venice to the sun-kissed hills of Tuscany and the timeless majesty of Rome, you’ll walk in the footsteps of saints and artists, tasting the best of Italian food and wine along the way. Explore sacred sites like St. Mark’s Basilica, the Vatican, and St. Paul Outside the Walls. Stroll through Renaissance Florence, marvel at the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and soak in the coastal beauty of Cinque Terre. Enjoy hands-on cooking classes, a Tuscan winery visit, and moments of spiritual reflection woven throughout the journey. Whether you're reconnecting with your faith, building community, or simply falling in love with Italy, this is more than a tour—it’s a pilgrimage for the soul. Let this journey renew your spirit and leave you with lasting memories and new friendships.   DETAILS: The trip departs on June 10, 2026, and returns on June 20, 2026 PRICING: Note: we will have airfare pricing starting in August. at this time, please register as land-only to secure your spot, and we will update you soon.  $4,890.00 per person based on double occupancy - (Space is limited!) Land-only Single room supplement - $1,390 Land-only $4,890.00  Balance due on or before February 11, 2026 $300 per person with registration to secure space (space is limited, small group tour) REGISTRATION: Registering online? Click the "BOOK NOW" button and fill out the online form; you can pay by check or with a credit card (a 4% platform fee applies) Registering by mail? Please download and complete the registration form (both the personal information page and the terms and conditions page signed at the bottom) a deposit of $300.00 per person made payable to Elias Tours and mailed to 4941 Chalden Ln NE, Marietta, GA 30066   FLIGHTS:   Hotels :​  

Join Rev. Dr. Jack M. Horner and the people of Trinity Camp Hill for a Journey Through Italy – Where Faith, History, and Beauty Converge.  Step into the heart of Italy this October on a once-in-a-lifetime journey designed to nourish your spirit, enrich your mind, and awaken your senses. From the winding canals of Venice to the sacred streets of Assisi, from the art-laden heart of Florence to the eternal splendor of Rome, this tour invites you to explore Italy’s rich tapestry of history, faith, and culture. Led by Rev. Dr. Jack M. Horner this thoughtfully curated pilgrimage offers more than sightseeing. It's an immersive experience—walking where saints and scholars walked, gazing at the works of Michelangelo and Giotto, tasting the flavors of Tuscany, and standing in the very places that shaped the Church and Western civilization. Together, we’ll trace the footsteps of St. Paul along the Appian Way, reflect beneath the Sistine Chapel ceiling, and break bread in the shadow of the Colosseum. With guided tours, meaningful reflections, and a touch of la dolce vita, each day brings a new opportunity for inspiration, connection, and joy. Whether you’re drawn by your faith, your love of history and art, or simply the beauty of Italy, this journey promises unforgettable memories and lifelong friendships. We can’t wait to welcome you.   DETAILS: The trip departs on June 9, 2026, and returns on June 19, 2026 PRICING: Note: we will have airfare pricing starting in August/September  - at this time, please register as land-only to secure your spot and we will update you soon.  $3,990.00 per person based on double occupancy - (Space is limited!) Land-only Single room supplement - $990 Land-only $3,990.00  Balance due on or before June 3, 2026 $300 per person with registration to secure space (space is limited, small group tour) REGISTRATION: Registering online? Click the "BOOK NOW" button and fill out the online form; you can pay by check or with a credit card (a 4% platform fee applies) Registering by mail? Please download and complete the registration form (both the personal information page and the terms and conditions page signed at the bottom) a deposit of $300.00 per person made payable to Elias Tours and mailed to 4941 Chalden Ln NE, Marietta, GA 30066 Registration Form    FLIGHTS:   Hotels :​  

Join Dr. Karoline Lewis and Dr. Matthew Skinner for a Journey Through Italy – Where Faith, History, and Beauty Converge.  Step into the heart of Italy this October on a once-in-a-lifetime journey designed to nourish your spirit, enrich your mind, and awaken your senses. From the winding canals of Venice to the sacred streets of Assisi, from the art-laden heart of Florence to the eternal splendor of Rome, this tour invites you to explore Italy’s rich tapestry of history, faith, and culture. Led by two renowned theologians, Dr. Karoline Lewis and Dr. Matthew Skinner, this thoughtfully curated pilgrimage offers more than sightseeing. It's an immersive experience—walking where saints and scholars walked, gazing at the works of Michelangelo and Giotto, tasting the flavors of Tuscany, and standing in the very places that shaped the Church and Western civilization. Together, we’ll trace the footsteps of St. Paul along the Appian Way, reflect beneath the Sistine Chapel ceiling, and break bread in the shadow of the Colosseum. With guided tours, meaningful reflections, and a touch of la dolce vita, each day brings a new opportunity for inspiration, connection, and joy. Whether you’re drawn by your faith, your love of history and art, or simply the beauty of Italy, this journey promises unforgettable memories and lifelong friendships. We can’t wait to welcome you.   DETAILS: The trip departs on October 1, 2026, and returns on October 11, 2026 PRICING: Note: we will have airfare pricing starting in December/January - at this time, please register as land-only to secure your spot and we will update you soon.  $3,990.00 per person based on double occupancy - (Space is limited!) Land-only Single room supplement - $890 Land-only $3,990.00  Balance due on or before June 3, 2026 $300 per person with registration to secure space (space is limited, small group tour) REGISTRATION: Registering online? Click the "BOOK NOW" button and fill out the online form; you can pay by check or with a credit card (a 4% platform fee applies) Registering by mail? Please download and complete the registration form (both the personal information page and the terms and conditions page signed at the bottom) a deposit of $300.00 per person made payable to Elias Tours and mailed to 4941 Chalden Ln NE, Marietta, GA 30066   FLIGHTS:   Hotels :​  

Registration opens on April 22, 2025 ******************* DETAILS: The trip departs on June 18, 2026, and returns on June 30, 2026 PRICING: Note: we will have airfare pricing starting in August - at this time, please register as land-only to secure your spot and we will update you soon.  $4,890.00 per person based on double occupancy - (Space is limited!) Land-only Single room supplement - $1,390 Land-only $4,890.00  Balance due on or before February 18, 2026 $300 per person with registration to secure space (space is limited, small group tour) REGISTRATION: Registering online? Click the "BOOK NOW" button and fill out the online form; you can pay by check or with a credit card (a 4% platform fee applies) Registering by mail? Please download and complete the registration form (both the personal information page and the terms and conditions page signed at the bottom) a deposit of $300.00 per person made payable to Elias Tours and mailed to 4941 Chalden Ln NE, Marietta, GA 30066   FLIGHTS:   Hotels :​  

Join us for an extraordinary journey through the heart of Italy. We will experience the world-renowned churches and artwork that have inspired Christians for centuries, some tracing their history back to the Apostles Peter and Paul. We also encounter the culture and delectable cuisine for which Italy is famous. As travelers, we deepen our understanding of history, art, and culture, and we better appreciate those who came before us. Travel also helps us to prepare for and contribute to what's next. Travel changes our perspective. We reflect and we grow. As a group, we find fellowship and connection with others, and we meet new friends. You are welcome to be a part of this pilgrimage with us! - Pastor Blake Rohrer and Pastor Katie Baardseth ******************* DETAILS: The trip departs on September 14, 2026, and returns on September 24, 2026 PRICING: $3,990.00 per person based on double occupancy - (Space is limited!) Single room supplement - $890 Land-only $3,990.00  $300 per person with registration to secure space (Space is limited, Small Group Tour) Balance due on or before June 20, 2026 REGISTRATION: Registering online? Click the "BOOK NOW" button and fill out the online form; you can pay by check or with a credit card (a 4% platform fee applies) Registering by mail? Please download and complete the registration form (both the personal information page and the terms and conditions page signed at the bottom) with a copy of your passport and a deposit of $300.00 per person made payable to Elias Tours and mailed to 4941 Chalden Ln NE, Marietta, GA 30066 Download Registration Form  

Welcome to the Pilgrimage Ministry of Resurrection Lutheran.  After walking where Jesus walked in 2023, and tracing the footsteps of Paul in 2024, we now journey to Italy to see where our church began and the many saints that have been celebrated over the years.  We will encounter where Peter and Paul ended their journeys in Rome, see the Vatican, and walk the streets where the beginning of Christianity happened.  We will experience, with all our senses, the variety of gifts that people have been given by the Spirit. We will see the artwork of the Sistine Chapel and David, taste the richness of the land through their wine, and touch with our own hands as we cook with each other.  This trip will open our eyes to how God has called people into the church and help us grow together in our faith in Jesus.  Space will be limited to 40 people.   ******************* DETAILS: The trip departs on October 9, 2025, and returns on October 19, 2025 PRICING: Note: we will have airfare pricing starting in December - at this time, please register as land-only to secure your spot and we will update you in December $3,790.00 per person based on double occupancy - (Space is limited!) Single room supplement - $890 Land-only $3,790.00  Balance due on or before June 20, 2025 $300 per person with registration to secure space (pace is limited, small group tour)   Venice Excursion:  Oct 19-21 $690 Flight cost and route will be posted in December  REGISTRATION: Registering online? Click the "BOOK NOW" button and fill out the online form; you can pay by check or with a credit card (a 4% platform fee applies) Registering by mail? Please download and complete the registration form (both the personal information page and the terms and conditions page signed at the bottom) a deposit of $300.00 per person made payable to Elias Tours and mailed to 4941 Chalden Ln NE, Marietta, GA 30066 Download Registration Form FLIGHTS :   Group Flight (with Venice Excursion): AA 1414 09OCT PHX-PHL 8:35A 4:15P AA 772 09OCT PHL-FCO 6:10P 8:20A 10OCT   AA 715 21OCT VCE-PHL 12:15P 3:30P AA 3224 21OCT PHL-PHX 5:42P 7:51P   If you would like Elias Tours to book your flights for you, it will be an additional $1450.00 per person. Please email us at eliastoursllc@gmail.com to confirm you wish for us to book your flights for you. If you are booking your own flights, no further action is needed.   Hotels :​ ROMA:  3 nights at Hotel Carpegna Palace  4*  www.carpegnapalace.it  TUSCANY: 5 nights at Relais Borgo San Luigi 4* https://www.borgosanluigi.it PERUGIA: 1 night at Hotel Perugia Patk 4* https://www.perugiaparkhotel.com/ VENICE/Mestre: 2 nights at Hotel Antony 4* https://www.sogedinhotels.it/antony-hotel-venice-airport/index  (This hotel might change based on the numbr of people who will be going to Venice) 

Exploring The Church, Past, Present, and Future... This pilgrimage heads to central Italy to explore the facets of history and faith while also seeing the present culture in the food, olives, and wine of Tuscany. We believe travel changes us. We believe that the fastest path to understanding other cultures and people is through the personal experience of travel. It is our hope that this experience changes how you see the world and thus how you live in it. ******************* DETAILS: The trip departs on June 25, 2025, and returns on July 5, 2025 PRICING: $5,290.00 per person based on double occupancy - (Space is limited!) Single room supplement - $890 Land-only $3,990.00 (If you Book your Own Flight) Venice Excursion:  July 5-7 $690 $300 per person with registration to secure space (Space is limited, Small Group Tour) Balance due on or before February 25, 2025 REGISTRATION: Registering online? Click the "BOOK NOW" button and fill out the online form; you can pay by check or with a credit card (a 4% platform fee applies) Registering by mail? Please download and complete the registration form (both the personal information page and the terms and conditions page signed at the bottom) with a copy of your passport and a deposit of $300.00 per person made payable to Elias Tours and mailed to 4941 Chalden Ln NE, Marietta, GA 30066 Download Registration Form FLIGHTS : Group booking returning July 5th from Rome: BA 286 25JUN SFO-LHR 7:20P 1:50P 26JUN BA 554 26JUN LHR-FCO 4:30P 8:05P BA 553 05JUL FCO-LHR 11:20A 1:00P  BA 287 05JUL LHR-SFO 2:20P 5:25P   Group booking returning July 7th from Venice (for those who selected the Venice Excursion): BA 286 25JUN SFO-LHR 7:20P 1:45P 26JUN  BA 554 26JUN LHR-FCO 4:30P 8:05P BA 599 07JUL VCE-LHR 8:25A 9:50A  BA 287 07JUL LHR-SFO 2:15P 5:25P    Hotels :​ ROMA:  3 nights at Hotel Carpegna Palace  4*  www.carpegnapalace.it  TUSCANY: 5 nights at Relais Borgo San Luigi 4* https://www.borgosanluigi.it FRASCATI: 1 night at Hotel Villa Grazioli 4* www.villa-grazioli.it 

Exploring The Church, Past, Present and Future... This pilgrimage heads to central Italy to explore the facets of history and faith while also seeing the present culture in food, olives, and wine of Tuscany. We believe travel changes us. We believe that the fastest path to understanding other cultures and people is through the persona experience of travel. It is our hope that this experience changes how you see the world and thus how you live in it. - Rev. Jay Gamelin  ******************* DETAILS: The trip departs on October 7, 2025, and returns on October 17, 2025 PRICING: $3,790.00 per person based on double occupancy - (Space is limited!) Single room supplement - $890 Land-only $3,790.00  $300 per person with registration to secure space (Space is limited, Small Group Tour) Balance due on or before June 15, 2025 Venice Excursion:  Oct 17-19 $690 REGISTRATION: Registering online? Click the "BOOK NOW" button and fill out the online form; you can pay by check or with a credit card (a 4% platform fee applies) Registering by mail? Please download and complete the registration form (both the personal information page and the terms and conditions page signed at the bottom) with a copy of your passport and a deposit of $300.00 per person made payable to Elias Tours and mailed to 4941 Chalden Ln NE, Marietta, GA 30066 Download Registration Form FLIGHTS : GROUP - returning 17 Oct BA 218 07OCT DEN-LHR 6:35P 10:35A 08OCT BA 560 08OCT LHR-FCO 12:45P 4:20P BA 551 17OCT FCO-LHR 6:55A 8:45A BA 219 17OCT LHR-DEN 1:35P 4:25P   GROUP - WITH Venice Excursion BA 218 07OCT DEN-LHR 6:35P 10:35A 08OCT BA 560 08OCT LHR-FCO 12:45P 4:20P BA 559 19OCT VCE-LHR 7:35A 9:00A BA 219 19OCT LHR-DEN 1:35P 4:25P   If you would like Elias Tours to book your flights (above itineraries in economy class) for you, the cost is $1300 extra per person. Please select this add-on in the online registration. If you have already registered and want to be aded to the group booking, email us at eliastoursllc@gmail.com to be added to the group booking. If you are interested in upgrading seats for the group booking, please email us at eliastoursllc@gmail.com. If you would prefer to book your own flights, no problem! Please use the above itinerary as a guide when choosing flights, trying to match the group's Rome arrival/departure times (so that you can join the group for transportation to/from the hotel). If you arrive or depart later than the group, you will be responsible for your own airport transportation to/from the hotel (taxis are readily available outside arrivals or can be ordered by the hotel front desk). Hotels :​ ROMA:  3 nights at Hotel Carpegna Palace  4*  www.carpegnapalace.it  TUSCANY: 5 nights at Relais Borgo San Luigi 4* https://www.borgosanluigi.it FRASCATI: 1 night at Hotel Villa Grazioli 4* www.villa-grazioli.it  VENICE/Mestre: 2 nights at Hotel Belstay Venezia Mestre 4* https://www.belstayhotels.it/veneziamestre/en-GB (This hotel might change based on the numbr of people who will be going to Venice)  ​

Set off on an extraordinary journey to Italy with *Not Your Average Bus Tour*! Discover the rich history and breathtaking scenery of Venice, Florence, and Rome. Immerse yourself in Florence’s artistic heritage, glide through Venice’s enchanting canals on a gondola, and explore the ancient wonders of Rome. This isn’t just a sightseeing tour—it’s a full cultural experience! Enjoy cooking classes, wine tastings at renowned wineries, and vibrant local food and art scenes. Join Rev. Leta Arndt Behrens for an unforgettable adventure through Italy’s most iconic cities! DETAILS: The trip departs on October 14, 2025, and returns on October 24, 2025 ​Group flight from Denver (DEN) PRICING: $4,890.00 per person based on double occupancy - (Space is limited! Small Group) Single room supplement - $890 Land-only, if booking your own flight: $3,740.00  (flight credit of -$1,150.00) $300 per person with registration to secure space (Space is limited, Small Group Tour)   Balance due on or before June 15, 2025 REGISTRATION: Registering online? Click the "BOOK NOW" button and fill out the online form; you can pay by check or with a credit card (a 4% platform fee applies) Registering by mail? Please download and complete the registration form (both the personal information page and the terms and conditions page signed at the bottom) with a copy of your passport and a deposit of $300.00 per person made payable to Elias Tours and mailed to 4941 Chalden Ln NE, Marietta, GA 30066 Download the Registration Form FLIGHTS : Group Flight Schedule  DL 336 14OCT DEN-JFK 6:30A 12:24P DL 288 14OCT JFK-VCE 7:05P 9:20A 15OCT    AF1205 24OCT FCO-CDG 10:00A 12:10P AF 630 24OCT CDG-DEN 1:30P 3:35P    If you are arranging your own flight, we recommend arranging to fly into Venice (VCE) and out of Rome (FCO) — choose "multicity" on flight-booking websites or the Airline App. Or fly to Rome and fly out of Rome