14-Day Journey to Italy
with Dr. R. Albert Mohler
Start Date: May 11, 2027
End Date: May 24, 2027
Location: Italy
We are drawn to Rome and, as Johann Wolfgang von Goethe once remarked, “Only in Rome is it possible to know Rome.” That remains true, and that’s why I am inviting you to join me for a trip of a lifetime to Rome and the most magnificent sites in Italy. We will see the most wonderful sights, visit some of the most historic places in the world, learn what can only be taught by travel, and understand it all within a Christian worldview. I will be teaching all along the way, and we will enjoy a trip we can never forget.
Daily Itinerary
Day 1
Tuesday, May 11
DEPARTURE
Depart the US to follow Paul’s final journey to Rome and experience the best of Italy. Prepare for an inspiring, life-changing adventure.
Day 2
Wednesday, May 12
ARRIVAL
Arrive at Naples airport and journey to Sorrento. Meander through the enchanting streets of Sorrento before meeting fellow tour participants at a private welcome reception, followed by dinner. The day ends with a teaching and recording of The Briefing. Overnight in Sorrento.
Day 3
Thursday, May 13
POMPEII / SORRENTO
After breakfast, travel to Pompeii for an excursion through the ancient city. Buried under a layer of ash and pyroclastic flow by a sudden eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD, the excavations uniquely capture Roman life in the time of the apostles. Stroll through the city frozen in time, visiting houses, shops, temples, and squares. Savor some of the best pizza Napoli has to offer. Return to Sorrento for free time. Enjoy dinner on your own in one of the many cafes of the charming seaside town. Return to the hotel for a teaching and recording of The Briefing. Overnight in Sorrento. Lunch included.
Day 4
Friday, May 14
PUTUOLI / ROMA
In the morning, begin the journey to Rome. Stop at Pozzuoli (Putuoli) on the Bay of Naples. See the area where Paul first entered the mainland of the peninsula. Stand above the ruins of the ancient marketplace to view a small touch of what Paul may have experienced when he arrived. Continue to Rome for dinner followed by an evening teaching. Overnight in Rome.
Day 5
Saturday, May 15
ROMAN FORA / COLOSSEUM / HOLY STAIRS
Begin the day with a walking tour along the Via dei Fori Imperiali and observe the ruins of the Imperial center of Rome. See the Forum of Trajan, the biggest and most splendid market of its time. View Capitoline Hill, the former political and religious center of the town, which today is the seat of the Municipality of Rome. Gaze at the Arch of Constantine, commemorating the victory of the emperor over Maxentius in the 4th century AD which gave rise to the legalization and adoption of Christianity. Next, explore the world-renowned Colosseum, which held historical fights between gladiators and where thousands of people (including many Christians) and animals perished. See the Basilica of San John di Lateran and view the Holy Stairs. Return to the hotel for dinner, teaching, and overnight. Lunch included.
Day 6
Sunday, May 16
FREE DAY IN ROME
Enjoy a free day in Rome. You may choose to have lunch near Trevi Fountain, walk on Condotti Street in the fashion district of the Spanish Steps, visit Piazza Navona or the Pantheon. In the evening, you have the option to worship with a local church, Breccia Di Roma, where Dr. Mohler will preach. Return to the hotel for dinner and recording of The Briefing. Overnight in Rome.
Day 7
Monday, May 17
VATICAN / ST. PETER’S BASILICA / CATACOMBS
Begin the day with an enriching visit to Vatican City and tour of the Vatican museums. Meander through the galleries, observing the exquisite tapestries that line the hallways and marveling at the masterpieces collected through the centuries. Enter the Apostolic Palace and stand in awe of the Sistine Chapel, containing one of the highest masterpieces of art: the Genesis and the Last Judgment by Michelangelo. Enter the Basilica of St. Peter, which boasts 2000 years of history and famous works of art such as the Pieta by Michelangelo. Admire the basilica’s ornate architecture and majestic dome from St. Peter’s Square. In the afternoon, continue to the northern end of Via Appia and sink below the city in the Catacombs of Santa Domitilla. Dinner followed by teaching and recording of The Briefing. Overnight in Rome. Lunch included.
Day 8
Tuesday, May 18
SAINT PAUL OUTSIDE THE WALLS / CIRCUS MAXIMUS
The day begins with a view of Circus Maximus, the ancient entertainment venue nestled between Palatine and Aventine hills. Next, follow the steps of Paul, recalling his visits to the city and his eventual execution. Travel to the “Abbey of the Three Fountains,” the place of Paul’s martyrdom. Continue to the Basilica of “St. Paul Outside the Walls” on the Via Ostiense, the resting place for the body of Paul, according to local tradition. Dinner followed by teaching and recording of The Briefing. Overnight in Rome. Lunch included.
Day 9
Wednesday, May 19
FLORENCE
Journey through the country to Florence, the city of Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Botticelli. Discover the cradle of the Renaissance, where one breathes in art along the medieval streets, in the craftsmen's workshops, and in the Renaissance Palaces. View the Baptistery of St. John with its distinctive octagonal design and gilded bronze doors dubbed “the Gates of Paradise” by Michelangelo. See Giotto’s Bell Tower and the stunning Duomo, a magnificent display of Gothic architecture. Stop by the Piazza della Signoria to see the Basilica of Santa Croce, a masterpiece of Gothic art. Dinner followed by teaching and recording of The Briefing. Overnight in Florence.
Day 10
Thursday, May 20
FLORENCE
After breakfast, spend time at the Academia Gallery where Michelangelo’s “David” is showcased among other Florentine masterpieces. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure to explore additional treasures of Florence and shop on your own. Explore the outdoor Market of San Lorenzo and the Ponte Vecchio, known for the jewelry shops that have covered the bridge for centuries. Step inside one of the many local restaurants for dinner on your own. Return to the hotel for a teaching and recording of The Briefing. Overnight in Florence.
Day 11
Friday, May 21
VENICE
After breakfast, drive through the scenic Tuscan countryside to reach Venice. Experience a private motorboat ride to the heart of Venice. Spend the day exploring the floating city. Tour the opulent Basilica of St. Mark with its superb, Byzantine-style architecture studded with marble and glittering mosaics which houses the tomb of Mark the evangelist. Continue to historical Doge’s Palace, the home of the former Venetian rulers where even the ceilings captivate. Savor the unique atmosphere of the city during your free afternoon and enjoy dinner on your own. In the evening, step aboard a private water taxi to travel to a special dessert followed by a teaching. Overnight in Venice.
Day 12
Saturday, May 22
MILAN
Travel to Milan. Visit Milan’s “Little Sistine Chapel” at the Church of San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore. View the frescoes painted by Bernardino Luini, student of Leonardo da Vinci, and the massive organ constructed in 1554, which is still in use today. Continue to the Basilica of Saint Ambrose to see the tomb of the influential bishop of Milan. Dinner followed by a teaching. Overnight in Milan.
Day 13
Sunday, May 23
MILAN
After a worship service at the hotel, tour Italy’s grandest cathedral. Marvel over the stunning architecture towering above the city, featuring more than 3,000 marble statues covering the Duomo’s façade. Enjoy a free afternoon in the iconic city of Milan. Relish the journey through Italy with a farewell dinner followed by a teaching and recording of The Briefing. Overnight in Milan.
Day 14
Monday, May 24
DEPARTURE TO USA
Transfer to the airport for your return flight home with your luggage packed with keepsakes and your heart full of memories from your tour of Italy.
-You are responsible for your own airfare. Flights are NOT included in the price.
-The tour will begin in Sorrento. The Naples airport (NAP) is the closest airport. Rome (FCO) is a 4-hour drive.
-The tour will end in Milan (MXP).
-Signature Tours will provide a shuttle from NAP to the hotel at two points on May 12. The likely times of these shuttles will be 11 am and 3:15 pm. We will set definite times when we have most of the flight information from the group. If it does not work for you to join one of the shuttles, you will need to get a taxi to Sorrento. The drive from the airport to the hotel is approximately 90 minutes.
-We suggest an arrival time no later than 2:45 pm on May 12.
-There will be a Welcome Reception at the hotel in Sorrento at 6:15 pm on May 12.
- $8,995 per person Land Only (purchase your own air).
- Single room supplement - $3,495
- $500 per person with registration to secure space.
- 50% of the total amount is due on or before November 8, 2026
- Balance due on or before February 8, 2027
Tour information
LAND ONLY: Travelers will arrange their own airfare. Passengers arriving at or before 2:45 on May 12 are welcome to join one of the transfer buses at no additional charge. All travelers are responsible for their own transfer to the airport for departure.
HOTELS: Superior hotels throughout. Priced based on two people per room with a private bath and shower.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: A limited number of single rooms are available at additional supplement prices. Signature Tours and/or the tour leader will make every attempt to pair single travelers requesting a roommate. However, the single supplement fee will be charged for each person occupying a single room, whether by choice or circumstance.
MEALS: Breakfast is provided daily. Lunch and dinner are provided on days as noted in the itinerary.
SIGHTSEEING: Entrance fees to all places listed in the itinerary are included, as well as an expert English-speaking guide. Please note that some places as listed on the itinerary are outside view only.
LUGGAGE: Space is limited on the tour bus and water taxis. Travelers are allowed one suitcase weighing 50lbs or less and will be transported in storage under the bus. Travelers are allowed one backpack/daypack or personal bag to carry on the bus during the tour. There is no space for rolling carry-on luggage. These requirements will meet most airline carrier restrictions. See the carrier website for airline-specific baggage restrictions and requirements. Medical devices are not included in these restrictions.
TIPS, SERVICE CHARGES, AND TAXES: Tips, service charges, and taxes ARE INCLUDED in the selling price. Taxes or fees imposed by national and/or local governments that are not included at the time of publication are the traveler's responsibility.
NOT INCLUDED: Excess baggage fees, passport fees, food or drink items not listed on the regular table menu for included meals, and items of a personal nature such as room service, laundry, etc. Any service not indicated in the itinerary and/or the above list of included features.
PASSPORTS: Passports must be valid with an expiration date of at least six months beyond the return home date of the tour. Travelers with non-US passports are responsible for country-specific entry requirements.
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: This tour requires a substantial amount of walking. Many of the sites are not accessible by wheelchair, and the uneven terrain is not feasible for rollators or scooters. Signature Tours reserves the right to refuse individuals who may require special attention beyond what the tour guide and tour host can provide.
TRAVEL INSURANCE: Travel Insurance is not included in the purchase price. For your convenience, we offer travel insurance through Trawick International. Please click here for more information or to enroll in the plan. A preexisting medical condition waiver is available if purchased within 21 days of registration.
CANCELLATION POLICY: The $500 per person deposit is nonrefundable. Other payments exceeding the $500 per person are refundable in full up to 180 days prior to departure. After this date, refunds for unused accommodations and services will be limited to the amount received from and/or credited by all carriers, sightseeing operators, and hotels. All funds, including the deposit, are non-transferable.
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Travelers are allowed one suitcase weighing 50lbs or less and will be transported in storage under the bus. Travelers are allowed one backpack/daypack or personal bag to carry on the bus during the tour. There is no space for rolling carry-on luggage.