Spiritual Travel

"My trip to China is so dear to my heart. Now eight years later I still remember the magnificent vistas, the friendly reception we were given everywhere we visited, the personable and informative guides, the deepening of my relationship with my Unity co-travelers, and the appreciation I gained for the diversity and beauty of another culture. I will cherish this trip my entire life." ~ Rev. Barbara Williams, Senior Minister, Unity Truth Center, Port Richey, Florida

Rev. Barbara Williams, right, greets a dancer while touring China with Rev. Alan in 1999

"My trip to China with Alan continues to be a beautiful memory that I carry in my heart... just remembering - the beautiful country and people, the friendships on the trip, the joy of traveling with like-minded friends, the fun - who could ask for more." ~ Rev. Judy James, Unity Church of Greater Portland (Maine) Rev. Judy James, right, with Rev. Alan, Cheryl Harrison, and Rev. Barbara Williams at the Great Wall of China near Beijing, September 1999

Some of the 62 adventurers on the first Unity tour to China paused for an impromptu group photo after a farewell dinner in Shanghai. The rest had gone shopping. "Although I had traveled extensively, I had not traveled with a group before I went on the first Unity tour to China in 1999. There were 62 of us! I discovered it was just wonderful to travel with 62 like-minded people. Going with a Unity group added an unexpected and beautiful dimension to the journey... Rev. Alan read the Daily Word as our bus pulled away from our hotel each morning. We practiced Tai Chi together at The Temple of Heaven. We met our few challenges with faith in positive outcomes, making our journey so easy. I went with many friends and made many new ones on the tour, which was one of the most enriching experiences of my life." ~ Cheryl Harrison, Director, Friends of Ministry, Inc.

Why Regent Tours?

Regent has arranged many tours for Unity groups, including the first Unity tour of China, led by Rev. Alan in September 1999. This is what Rev. Alan said about that trip: "So many really special moments - at the Great Wall of China, sharing meditation under the trees at the Temple of Heaven, the awesome sight of the Terracotta Warriors and lighting incense in prayer at the Wild Goose Pagoda in Xi'an.

"Most of all, sharing the experience with a wonderful group of like-minded people. All the tour guides were fantastic - great people, personable, flexible, helping, caring and fun! The tour exceeded my expectations - the sightseeing was spectacular and unforgettable, the hotels were modern and comfortable, the food was good, the tour guides were knowledgeable and friendly, and our tour manager was the best in making sure all the little details were handled."

What others say about Regent:

“My husband and I were very impressed with the skillful organization of the tour and the flexibility we were given for our own needs. It was a delight meeting and traveling with our 39 new friends!” ~ Pat & Charles Hollins

“Thank you for one of the most memorable trips of my life. An A+ rated experience." ~ Barbara DiSanto

“Excellent hotel accommodations and itinerary — the choice of sights to visit could not have been better. The tour guides were wonderful, helpful & knowledgeable. Overall, a great experience. Awesome!" ~ Pat Kapphahn

“We both feel this was an excellent & well-planned tour. We were very pleased with the itinerary. Now that we're back home, it all seems like a dream. We would not hesitate to do it again. We thank you for making this trip possible for us. The price was a bargain!" ~ Jim & Barbara Hennenon

"We loved everything about the trip. The tour guides were excellent .. very friendly. The trip was magnificent and really well planned. Regent China Tours thought of everything, big & small. The acrobat performance in Beijing, Peking Duck Dinner and the Dumpling Banquet in Xian were all great. The hotels were excellent and so was Korean Airlines. Thank you for the trip of a lifetime!" ~ Lois Phillips