City Express Travel

City Express Travel Empowering Churches, Schools & Mission Groups with reliable
Group Airfare solutions & transformative Biblical Tour packages.

City Express Travel is all about making the planning process of booking your Group Mission trip as simple as possible. To, it’s more than just planning your flights. Our deep understanding and passion for the Gospel drives to us take the extra mile every step of the way for your Group Mission trip. We know the work our people do all around the world is for a bigger purpose and it’s our hope to par

tner with you in that. Our extensive experience and well-defined focus in the school, church and group travel market has helped us to understand the unique challenges faced during missionary travel. We work with you from the initial planning, through the completion of the journey – helping you maximize your organization or group’s resources and effectiveness, and handle any situation that may arise during your trip. Our hope is to take all of the tasks of planning a Group Mission trip off of your plate so you can focus on your mission and your people.

Destination Spotlight: Athens — Acropolis + Mars HillThis week, we’re highlighting Athens, Greece, including the Acropol...
08/11/2026

Destination Spotlight: Athens — Acropolis + Mars Hill

This week, we’re highlighting Athens, Greece, including the Acropolis and Mars Hill, one of the most powerful places connected to Paul’s missionary journeys. In Acts 17, Paul speaks at Mars Hill and points people to the one true God, making this an incredible stop for pastors, churches, Bible study groups, and ministries who want to experience the world of the early church. For groups of 10 or more, standing in Athens brings Scripture, history, and culture together in a way that helps believers understand the spread of the Gospel in a deeper way.

Planning a biblical tour or journey through Paul’s travels? Contact City Express Travel today and let us help your group experience the places where the Bible comes to life.

Destination Spotlight: Bethlehem + Mount Zion / Upper RoomThis week, we’re highlighting Bethlehem and Mount Zion, two me...
08/11/2026

Destination Spotlight: Bethlehem + Mount Zion / Upper Room

This week, we’re highlighting Bethlehem and Mount Zion, two meaningful stops that help churches and groups experience the Bible in a powerful way. Bethlehem is remembered as the birthplace of Jesus, while Mount Zion and the traditional Upper Room give pastors, Bible study groups, and ministries a place to reflect on the Last Supper, prayer, fellowship, and the early church. For groups of 10 or more, visiting these sites together creates an unforgettable opportunity to worship, learn, and connect Scripture with real places in the Holy Land.

If your church or organization is ready to plan a biblical tour, contact City Express Travel today — we would love to help your group walk where the Bible happened.

Travel-Tip Tuesday: Pack a Carry-On BackupWhen traveling internationally, every traveler should pack a carry-on backup w...
08/11/2026

Travel-Tip Tuesday: Pack a Carry-On Backup

When traveling internationally, every traveler should pack a carry-on backup with essentials like medications, chargers, travel documents, basic toiletries, and one change of clothes. This is especially important for churches, schools, ministries, and mission teams because delayed luggage can affect the flow of the entire group.

For groups of 10 or more, a simple carry-on plan can help everyone stay prepared, comfortable, and ready to continue the journey.

Travel-Tip Tuesday: Check Passport Expiration DatesBefore your church, ministry, school, or mission team travels interna...
08/11/2026

Travel-Tip Tuesday: Check Passport Expiration Dates

Before your church, ministry, school, or mission team travels internationally, every traveler should check their passport expiration date early. Some destinations require passports to be valid for several months beyond the return date, so waiting until the last minute can create problems for the entire group.

For groups of 10 or more, pastors and group leaders should collect passport information ahead of time so travel documents are ready before departure.

Travel-Tip Tuesday: Start Planning 6–12 Months AheadWhen churches, pastors, schools, and mission teams are planning grou...
08/11/2026

Travel-Tip Tuesday: Start Planning 6–12 Months Ahead

When churches, pastors, schools, and mission teams are planning group travel, starting early can make a big difference. For groups of 10 or more, planning 6–12 months ahead gives leaders more time to collect passports, organize deposits, confirm travelers, compare flight options, and prepare the team without last-minute stress.

At City Express Travel, we help churches and groups plan ahead so your mission trip, biblical tour, or international journey can start with confidence.

Destination Spotlight: Garden of GethsemaneThis week, we’re highlighting the Garden of Gethsemane, one of the most power...
06/25/2026

Destination Spotlight: Garden of Gethsemane

This week, we’re highlighting the Garden of Gethsemane, one of the most powerful and meaningful stops on a Holy Land tour. Located at the foot of the Mount of Olives, this is the place where Jesus prayed before His arrest, making it a deeply moving site for churches, pastors, Bible study groups, and ministries to visit together. For groups of 10 or more, standing in the Garden of Gethsemane offers a quiet opportunity to reflect on surrender, obedience, prayer, and the love of Christ in a way that brings Scripture to life.

If your church or organization is planning a biblical tour, contact City Express Travel today — we would love to help your group walk where the Bible happened.

Travel-Tip Tuesday: Making the Most of Long LayoversLong layovers do not have to feel like wasted time, especially when ...
06/25/2026

Travel-Tip Tuesday: Making the Most of Long Layovers

Long layovers do not have to feel like wasted time, especially when your church, ministry, school, or mission group is traveling internationally. For groups of 10 or more, leaders can help the team plan ahead by identifying a good meeting spot, encouraging travelers to rest when possible, eat a real meal, stretch or walk around the terminal, and keep chargers and essentials easy to reach. In some airports, a lounge day pass may also be worth considering for groups with longer waits, especially if travelers need a quieter place to recharge before the next flight.

Planning a mission trip, biblical tour, or international group journey? Contact City Express Travel today and let us help your group travel with confidence.

Destination Spotlight: Baptism in the Jordan RiverThis week, we’re highlighting one of the most meaningful experiences m...
06/25/2026

Destination Spotlight: Baptism in the Jordan River

This week, we’re highlighting one of the most meaningful experiences many believers have on a biblical tour: being baptized in the Jordan River. For churches, pastors, Bible study groups, and ministries, visiting the Jordan River is a powerful opportunity to reflect on the baptism of Jesus, renew faith, and share a deeply spiritual moment together as a group. Whether travelers choose to be baptized, reaffirm their baptism, or simply stand along the river in worship and reflection, this stop can become one of the most unforgettable parts of a Holy Land journey.

If your church or organization is planning a biblical tour for a group of 10 or more, contact City Express Travel today — we would love to help your group experience the Bible in a meaningful and personal way.

Summer travel can bring busier airports and longer TSA security lines, so churches, pastors, ministries, schools, and mi...
06/25/2026

Summer travel can bring busier airports and longer TSA security lines, so churches, pastors, ministries, schools, and mission teams should plan to arrive early on departure day. For groups of 10 or more, every extra step takes more time — parking, unloading luggage, checking bags, getting boarding passes, moving through security, and making sure the whole team reaches the gate together. A little extra time at the airport can help your group avoid stress, stay organized, and start the trip with confidence.

Planning a mission trip, biblical tour, or group travel experience? Contact City Express Travel today and let us help your group prepare for a smooth journey.

Destination Spotlight: Valley of the KingsThis week, we’re highlighting the Valley of the Kings in Egypt, one of the mos...
06/25/2026

Destination Spotlight: Valley of the Kings

This week, we’re highlighting the Valley of the Kings in Egypt, one of the most fascinating historic sites your church or group can experience on a biblical tour. Known as the burial place of many ancient Egyptian pharaohs, the Valley of the Kings gives travelers a powerful look into the world of ancient Egypt and the historical setting that helps us better understand the background of the Old Testament. For pastors, churches, Bible study groups, and ministries, visiting Egypt together can deepen conversations about Scripture, history, and God’s work through real places and real people.

If your church or organization is planning a biblical tour for a group of 10 or more, contact City Express Travel today — we would love to help your group experience a journey filled with history, faith, and purpose.

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