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"And I think to myself, what a wonderful world." -Louis Armstrong

Danube River Cruise Tour: From the Black Forest to Budapest

Flowing from the enchanting Black Forest to the majestic Black Sea, the Danube River is a breathtaking and beautiful sight to behold. Our tour features an exciting combination of five nights on land and seven nights on the river as we journey through the charming cities and scenic landscapes of Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary. Along the way, we savor a variety of cuisines, immerse ourselves in rich cultures, and explore vibrant towns and cities. Don’t miss this unique opportunity!

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Bentheim Heritage Tour

Explore the beauty of Norway, Sweden, and Germany on this unique tour. Discover stunning landscapes, vibrant cities, and rich cultural heritage. Connect with your genealogy and family ties in Germany, with opportunities for genealogical research and meetings with local family members. An unforgettable journey through history and culture awaits!

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Best of Southern Italy

Journey through Southern Italy from the Bay of Naples to the Adriatic Sea. This 12-day adventure features the ruins of Pompeii, the culture of the coastal towns surrounding the region of Puglia, the stunning Amalfi Coast, and the Isle of Capri. The cuisine, wine, and coastlines of this region are sure to delight! A taste of Southern Italy is yours to experience and long remember.

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Dietrich Bonhoeffer & Christmas Markets of Germany

Come join us for a fascinating tour of Germany, from monumental Berlin to medieval Nuremberg and from significant WWII sites to December Christmas Markets. Following the life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a critical voice of resistance against Nazi Germany, we visit his family home, the location of his “seminary in exile” in today’s Poland, a beautiful monastery in the northern Alps where he had safety to write, and concentration camps where he suffered. As we walk in his footsteps, we have an opportunity to talk together about what we can learn from his faithful witness. Evenings will give us time to delight in the magic of German Christmas Markets with wonderful offerings of food and crafts. Along the way, touch on the lives of J.S. Bach, Martin Luther, “Mad” King Ludwig, and others. It’s a well-rounded and thought-provoking tour that’s sure to grow your life in rich and beautiful ways, making the Christmas season of 2025 especially memorable.

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Drone photo of chain bridge on Danube River in Budapest, Hungary
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2025 European Handbell Festival: Italy, Croatia, Slovenia & Hungary

Handbell ringers and enthusiasts are invited to join leading handbell conductor Deborah Rice and Keith Cole of Witte Tours on a musical adventure in Europe! This international festival promises to be a colorful musical palette of repertoire, with concerts planned in Croatia, Slovenia, and Hungary. The repertoire will include mass selections representing the cultures of all participating nations, some combining handbells and hand chimes. Open to individuals, partial groups, and non-ringers.

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Heritage of Germany: From Luther and Bach to Dresden and Berlin

Join Calvin University alumni and friends on a 13-day exploration of the history and culture of Germany! Our time includes a strong musical component—particularly Johann Sebastian Bach, a towering figure in the history of music and an icon of German culture and identity. Visit the principal places he lived to trace the development of his music, while taking in major sites of German history. Our interesting journey follows the arc of German cultural development from the Reformation to the end of World War II. Don’t miss this unique opportunity!

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Paul’s Missionary Journeys in Turkey

Walk in the footsteps of Paul and John during the day and study their New Testament writings at night! Travel by deluxe motorcoach to sites connected with Paul’s First, Second, and Third Missionary Journeys (Attalia, Perge, Aspendos, Pisidian Antioch, Iconium, Colossae, Laodicea, Hierapolis, Aphrodisias, Ephesus, Miletus, and Didyma) and the seven churches (Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea) to whom John wrote the Book of Revelation. Added to these magnificent biblical sites are visits to Cappadocia, where you can enjoy its stunning landscape and ancient rock-cut churches, and Istanbul with its many impressive historical and cultural sites. Most evenings feature an optional study session on either “Paul: His Life and His Letters” or “The Sermons to the Seven Churches of Revelation.” Join host Jeff Weima, professor of New Testament at Calvin Theological Seminary and leading biblical scholar, for this truly inspirational tour.

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Scotland: Highlights & Highlands

Join Eric Van Tassell, Courtney E. Brewster, and Hope College alumni and friends on a carefully crafted experience of the best Scotland has to offer. Our odyssey through this enchanting nation starts with four days in Edinburgh, with time to take in the Fringe Festival, a Military Tattoo performance, sightseeing, museums, and independent exploration. What follows is a five-day journey through the Scottish Highlands that includes a stay in a stunning country estate, engaging museums, majestic palaces and castles, lush gardens, delightful distilleries, historic battlefields, peaceful lochs, and epic views throughout. Eric will offer insightful perspectives on how lighting is used and how it impacts us, from city productions to the impressive scenery of the highlands. Don’t miss this unique opportunity. Space is limited, register today!

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