Retrace the routes of ancestors and uncover the legacies that shaped their stories. These tours highlight Anabaptist and Mennonite heritage, including emigration journeys, family name histories, and pivotal communities of faith and resistance. Designed for those seeking deep roots and a sense of belonging.
Begin your journey in Prague, the stunning capital of the Czech Republic, where you’ll be enchanted by colourful baroque buildings, Gothic churches, and the lively Old Town Square. Continue on to key sites in Kraków and Warsaw, delving deeper into Poland’s layered history. With expert guidance from Mennonite historian John Sharp, trace the journey of Dutch and German Mennonites who settled in Poland’s Vistula Delta from the 1530s through to the Second World War.
Journey from Vienna to Venice on a powerful exploration of the often-overlooked women, peasants, and artisans who shaped the Anabaptist story. Trace their courage across Austria, Czechia, and Northern Italy as you visit historic sites of faith, resistance, and resilience. Alongside profound history, enjoy Europe’s cultural and natural treasures—from Vienna’s grand artistry to the Dolomites’ serene beauty—guided by storyteller and historian, Dr. Kimberly Schmidt.
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Explore northern Mexico’s vibrant Mennonite communities on a unique cultural journey. Visit the Mennonite colonies of Chihuahua, share meals with local families, join in worship and festivals, and discover daily life through orchards, farms, new industries, and a traditional cheese factory. Enjoy enriching cultural stops from museums to local artisans before embarking on a breathtaking train ride into the Copper Canyon. Along the way, experience the beauty of Mexico’s landscapes and learn about the resilient Rarámuri Indigenous people.
Exploring Faith and Culture in the World of Early Followers of Jesus
From Istanbul to Cappadocia, Ephesus, and the Aegean, this journey traces the world behind the New Testament: places where Paul, John, and early Christians crossed physical, political, and religious boundaries to witness to Jesus. In a region where 1 Peter called believers “exiles” and “resident aliens,” John confronted emperor worship and later wrote Revelation from Patmos, while Christians in Cappadocia’s underground cities found refuge.
Exploring Faith and Culture in the World of Early Followers of Jesus
Early Christian communities in the Greek world lived amid philosophy, civic life, commerce, and deep-rooted religious traditions. In Athens, where ideas about truth, meaning, and the divine were publicly debated, followers of Jesus learned to speak into a culture of inquiry and belief.
Exploring Reform, Migration & the Hanseatic World
From the medieval cities of Flanders to the ports of northern Germany, this journey traces the northern story of Anabaptism and the world that shaped early Mennonite communities. Beginning in Bruges, Ghent, Antwerp, Haarlem, and Friesland, travelers encounter places tied to reform, persecution, migration, and Menno Simons’ witness.
Cultures, Faith Traditions, and a Remarkable Migration Story
Follow the ancient Silk Road through Uzbekistan’s remarkable cities of Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva, where turquoise domes, historic madrassas, and vibrant markets reflect centuries of cultural exchange. Alongside this rich history, discover the lesser-known story of Mennonite families who journeyed through Central Asia in search of freedom and new opportunity.
The Schleitheim 500 Commemoration Edition
In 1527, Anabaptist leaders gathered in the Swiss village of Schleitheim to shape a confession of faith that would guide generations. Five hundred years later, this journey begins by joining a special commemorative gathering, where travelers are welcomed into a living community through shared meals, storytelling, music, and worship.
Following the River that Shaped the Heart of Europe
Your journey begins in Switzerland’s quiet Emmental countryside, where rolling hills hold deep ancestral roots for many families in the group. From there, north to Basel and board a Rhine cruise through France, Germany, and the Netherlands. Vineyard-covered hillsides, castle-lined banks, and historic cities such as Strasbourg, Heidelberg, Cologne, and Amsterdam shaped Europe’s cultural heart.
