10 Day Christian Tour of Israel
10 day Christian Holy Land Tour of Israel including all transportation, 5 Star or 4 Star hotel accommodations, daily breakfast, daily dinner, sightseeing as per program, and entrance fees as per itinerary, plus as an extra one night stay in the Dead Sea resort area.
Holy Land Tour Package 2
12 Day Grand Holy Land Tour of Israel
12 day Christian Holy Land Tour of Israel with Petra including all transportation, 4 Star or 3 Star hotel accommodations, daily breakfast, daily dinner, sightseeing as per program, and entrance fees as per itinerary, plus as the resort destination of Eilat and an optional tour of Petra.
Holy Land Tour Package 3
15 Day Christian Tour of Egypt, Jordan & Israel
15 day Christian Holy Land Tour of Egypt, Jordan and Israel including all transportation, 5 Star or 4 Star hotel accommodations, daily breakfast, lunch included in Cairo, and on drive from Sinai to Taba, sightseeing as per program, and entrance fees as per itinerary, plus extra nights stay in Petra, and the Dead Sea.
Israel Christian Tour Reviews
Linda M.
What an amazing adventure! So much history, archeology, current events. Larry and I had a great trip. Mark was an exceptional tour guide and Raffi was our driver for the entire trip. Always on time, safe and informative. We made lifetime friends during the 10 day trip of a lifetime.
Rachel V.
Truly an amazing spiritual experience of a lifetime! I highly recommend the Footsteps of Christ Holy Land tour. The guides were fabulous. Very knowledgeable. A visit to the Dead Sea and Petra are a must. Exceeded all my expectations.
Mike M.
I took my whole family on the ten day Holy Land Foot steps of Christ tour. It was a fantastic trip and tour guide was very knowledgeable on the bible. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone.
This 12 day journey to the holy land Israel is our most complete itinerary including an overnight stay by the Red Sea in Eilat. Marvel at the Promise Land and explore; Israel largest and modern city Tel Aviv, travel the Mediterranean coast to Caesarea, Megiddo, Haifa, and UNESCO World Heritage site Acre, stay in Tiberias, feel the breeze and sail in the Sea of Galilee, come to Capernaum–Jesus “own town,” then Banias, Nazereth and visit the Church of the Annunciation, explore Beit She’an an ancient Decapolis cities, after to the Golden City of Jerusalem; Old Jerusalem and Mount of Olives, Church of all Nations, Mount Zion, tomb of King David, Cardo, Temple Mount, Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulcher, and Garden Tomb. New city; witness Yad Vashem, Ein Karem, and on to Bethlehem to Church of the Nativity. Travel to the lowest place on earth the Dead Sea, and ascend by cable car to the fortress of Masada, next to Timna, Eilat, Mitzpe Ramon, Sde Boker, and return to Tel Aviv.
TRAVEL ON A CHRISTIAN TOUR IN ISRAEL
TOUR DEPARTS SATURDAY AND ARRIVES ON SUNDAY IN TEL AVIV ISRAEL
12 Days / 10 Nights Fully Escorted Christian Tour of Israel including Eilat and Optional Petra Tour excursion
Christian Holy Land Travel Tour Package
Stay two night in the popular Eilat Resort area
Breakfast Buffet Daily
Dinner Daily
English speaking Tour Guides that know the Bible and Christian sites and teachings
Professional Tour Guide Certified by the Israeli Ministry of Tourism
Departure on your way to Israel, The Land of the Bible.
Flights for your Israel tour: When booking your land tour with us we can also assist with your flights. Or you can also book your flights on your own if you prefer, and we will coordinate your arrival and departure airport transfers included in your tour, at no additional cost.
Day 2 - SUNDAY Tel Aviv Welcome to Israel, upon arrival into Ben Gurion International Airport, you will be met and assisted by our airport representative. Transfer to Tel Aviv – Israel largest and modern city with short distance to Jaffa. Check in at your hotel for dinner and overnight. Your hotel is conveniently located near the shore of the Mediterranean Sea and close to Tel Aviv city center, shopping and attractions, and famous promenade sidewalk's with outdoor shopping stores, restaurants, and coffee shops. If your time permit, visit the artistic neighborhood ofNeve Tzedek.
Overnight Tel Aviv- including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Transfer from Ben Gurion International Airport to your hotel in Tel Aviv.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 4 Star Superior to 3 Star Standard hotel accommodations.
Day 3 – MONDAY Caesarea / Megiddo / Haifa / Acre
Following a delicious Israeli buffet breakfast (which you will enjoy each morning prior to departing for your day of touring), depart Tel Aviv. Drive north along the coastal plain to Caesarea (Acts 9:30 Acts 10:24-48), capital of Judea under the Romans. Visit the excavations of this ancient city, the Roman theatre and aqueduct. Continue to Megiddo (1 Kings 4:28, 9, 15, 2 Kings 23, Kings 29 & Revelation 16:16), identified as the site of Armageddon. Visit the archaeological excavations at Megiddo, including the well-preserved water supply system. Drive to the beautiful port city of Haifa, the largest city in the north of Israel nestled on the Mediterranean Sea. Visit the world famous Persian Gardens at the Bahai Temple. From Haifa, drive to UNESCO World Heritage site Acre(Micah 1:10), capital of the Crusaders for more than a century. Visit the historic walled port ancient city and harbour before continuing eastwards across the plains of the Galilee to Kibbutz Hotel Lavi, not far from the Sea of Galilee, dinner and overnight. After dinner, an evening lecture by one of the Kibbutz members about life in a Kibbutz.
Overnight Kibbutz Lavi near Sea of Galilee- including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 4 Star Superior to 3 Star Standard hotel accommodations.
Day 4 - TUESDAY Tiberias / Capernaum / Banias After a brief tour of the Kibbutz grounds we take a boat ride as the apostles once did across the Sea of Galilee and then on to Capernaum –referred in the Bible as Jesus “own town” (Matthew 4:13, Matthew 9:1, Matthew 13:54, Matthew 17:24, Luke 7, Mark 1:2, John 4:46 John 4:54) where is believed Jesus once lived, and the center and birth place of his ministry, here we can stand in what is left of the 2nd century synagogue in which Jesus must have ministered, and where he preformed many miracles, and it's in Capernaum where Peter’s mother-in-law lived and was cured. Proceed to Tabgha(Matthew 13, Mark 33:45, & John 21), the site of the miracle of Feeding of the 5000 with the multiplication of the fish and loaves, and visit the Church of Multiplication with its 4th century mosaic floor. Continue to the Mount of Beatitudes(Matthew 5, Matthew 6, Matthew 7, Matthew 8), where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount, and see the Catholic Chapel, erected in 1939 by the noted architect Antonio Barluzzi, and enjoy the amazing view of the Galilee atop the Mount. Drive to the Banias Spring and Waterfall(Matthew 16:13 and Mark 8:27), where Jesus was recognized as The Messiah by His Disciples. Tour the Golan Heights, with its incredible valleys, grazing land and snow capped mountains.
Overnight Kibbutz Lavi near Sea of Galilee– including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 4 Star Superior to 3 Star Standard hotel accommodations.
Day 5 – WEDNESDAY Nazareth / Beit She'an Begin your holy land tour day with a drive to Nazareth (Luke 1:26, Luke 4:16 Luke 4:29, Matthew 2:23) via Cana of Galilee (John 2:1 -11). In Nazareth, we'll visit the Church of the Annunciation, St. Joseph’s Workshop and Mary’s well. Continuing on our program is the Jordan River Baptismal site of Jesus by John the Baptist. Continue to Beit She'an, one of the ancient Decapolis cities (Mark 5:20, 7:31), and visit the Roman theatre and ancient ruins. This is the city where Saul and his son Jonathan were nailed to the walls (Samuel 31:10, Judges 1:27). Continue south along the shores of the River of Jordan. Passing Jericho, we proceed westward and climb to the Golden City of Jerusalem.
Overnight Jerusalem- including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 4 Star Superior to 3 Star Standard hotel accommodations.
Day 6 – THURSDAY Jerusalem - Old City
On your Christian holy land tour today we'll visit the Old City of Jerusalem. Our appreciation of this Golden City begins with a panoramic view from the Mount of Olives where Jesus ascended into heaven (acts 1), overlooking the walls of the old city and the ancient Jewish cemetery. Enter the Old City to begin exploring the narrow passages and the wonders of Jerusalem. Continue to a visit to the Church of All Nations. Proceed to Mount Zion to see the tomb of King David and the nearby Room of the Last Supper (Mark 14:13, Luke 22:10-38, Matthew 26:17-29, Acts 1:13 and Acts 2 The Pentecost). Walk through the Cardo, the main street of Jerusalem 2000 years ago. View the Temple Mount and the Western Wall- The holiest site in Judaism and an original wall that retained the Temple. Walk along the Via Dolorosa on the Stations of the Cross, where Jesus suffered for our sins. Continue to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher(Matthew 27, Matthew 33:57, Matthew 28:10). Experience the colors, flavors, and smells of Jerusalem and walk through the colourful Arab bazaar (a chance to test your negotiating skills). Continue to visit the Garden Tomb to reflect and celebrate the ressurection of Jesus.
Overnight Jerusalem- including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 4 Star Superior to 3 Star Standard hotel accommodations.
Day 7 - FRIDAY Jerusalem – New City and Bethlehem
Today’s grand holy land tour program is dedicated to the new city of Jerusalem. Enjoy a visit to the mini model of ancient Jerusalem at the Holy Land Hotel. Continue to world renowned Yad Vashem, Israel’s memorial to the victims of the Holocaust. Enter the site by walking along the Street of the Righteous Gentiles, dedicated to the non-Jews that risked their lives in order to save their Jewish neighbors. Continue to Ein Karem, birthplace of John the Baptist (Luke 1:39 -80), visit the Church. This Spanish style church and Mary’s well is where Mother Mary met her cousin Elizabeth.
Proceed to Bethlehem * to visit the Church of the Nativity.
Overnight Jerusalem– including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 4 Star Superior to 3 Star Standard hotel accommodations.
Day 8 - SATURDAY Dead Sea / Masada
After breakfast enjoy a drive through the breathtaking Judean desert in to Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls where found in 1947 by a Bedouin boy. Visit the ancient city of Qumran and drive along the shore of the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth, to Masada, the last stronghold of the Jews after the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 A.D. Ascend Masada by cable car and visit the food storeroom, water irrigation system and Herod’s Palace. Time and weather permitting, an opportunity will be provided to swim and float on the Dead Sea. After we'll return to Jerusalem in time for dinner.
Overnight Jerusalem- including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 4 Star Superior to 3 Star Standard hotel accommodations.
Day 9 - SUNDAY Timna / underwater observatory / Eilat
We'll travel south on our holy land journey through the Negev desert; Explore Timna valley and see the copper mines and King Solomon’s pillars and marvel at the huge multi-colored rock formations. Continue to Eilat and stop to visit the Eilat's underwater observatory, one of the largest seaquariums in the world, built into a coral reef.
Overnight Eilat- including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 4 Star Superior to 3 Star Standard hotel accommodations.
Day 10 - MONDAY Day at leisure in Eilat
Stroll around the city’s streets, the beach promenade and enjoy
the water sport activities – on own or take optional tour to Petra.
Optional: Day tour to the Rose city of Petra.
Overnight Eilat- including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 4 Star Superior to 3 Star Standard hotel accommodations.
Day 11 - TUESDAY Mitzpe Ramon / Sde Boker / Tel Aviv
We depart Eilat via Mitzpe Ramon; stop to gaze into the Ramon crater, a geological wonder; Proceed to Sde Boker Kibbutz and see Ben Gurion's hut and grave overlooking the magnificient Zin valley. Stop for a camel riding experience and a visit to an authentic Bedouin tent; learn about the Bedouin hospitality and enjoy a light lunch. Continue to Hatzerim and visit Israel's airforce museum to view the planes and equipment and to hear the story of this brave fighting force. Continue to Tel Aviv.
Overnight Tel Aviv- including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 4 Star Superior to 3 Star Standard hotel accommodations.
Day 12 Tel Aviv/Ben Gurion Airport
Breakfast at your hotel, please check out from your room at 12 noon and leave your luggage with the Hotel Concierge. Pick up time from the hotel lobby to Ben Gurion airport will be 4 hours before your departure flight.
Transfers. The drive from Jerusalem to Ben Gurion International Airport or Sdeh Dov Domestic Airport in Tel Aviv is about 50 to 60 minutes. International flights require that you check-in at least 3 hours prior to your flight departure time. PLEASE NOTE: NO EXTRA TRANSFER CHARGES ON ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE ANY TIME AND ANY DAY.
Day 13
Arrive this morning and start planing your next memorable trip to the Holy Land with Israel Tourism Consultant.
If your flight departs in the morning you will arrive back in America the same day of your departure. If your flight departs in the night you will arrive back to America the following day of your departure.
This 12 day Holy Land itinerary program can be extended and tailor-made for groups.
Optional Excursions Tour Extensions and or Pre Arrival Tours: Petra Tour: 1 Day Tour of Petra. Jordan Tour : 3 Day Tour of Jordan with Petra excursion.
Rates
TWELVE DAY HOLY LAND TOUR TO ISRAEL
City
Nights
(A) 4 Star Superior Hotels │
(B) 4 Star Standard Hotels │
(C) 4 Star Moderate Hotels │
(D) 3 Star Standard Hotels │
Tel Aviv
2
Dan Panorama Tel Aviv
Grand Beach Tel Aviv Hotel
Grand Beach Tel Aviv Hotel
Grand Beach Tel Aviv Hotel or Selina Beach Tel Aviv (Starting Mar 02, 2024)
Galilee
2
Kibbutz Hotel Lavi (Deluxe Room)
Kibbutz Hotel Lavi (Deluxe Room)
Kibbutz Hotel Lavi (Deluxe Room)
Kibbutz Hotel Lavi (Superior Room)
Jerusalem
4
Dan Panorama Jerusalem
Grand Court Hotel Jerusalem
Grand Court Jerusalem
Jerusalem Gate Hotel
Eilat
2
Neptune Eilat
Neptune Eilat
Neptune Eilat
Prima Music Eilat
Prices are land package prices based on double occupancy and are per person in U.S. dollars inclusive of all taxes. Stay at the mentioned hotels or similar category hotel accommodations.
Child rate: Childrens rate applies when sharing room with adult(s).
from
to
(A) 4 Star Superior
Child Rate 2 to 12 Years
(B) 4 Star Standard
Child Rate 2 to 12 Years
(C) 4 Star Moderate
Child Rate 2 to 12 Years
(D) 3 Star Standard
Child Rate 2 to 12 Years
Nov 09, 2024
Feb 28, 2025
$2967
$2559
$2227
$2156
Mar 01, 2025
Feb 22, 2026
$2937
$2567
$2247
$2176
Supplement for Private Tour: This Tour can be operated by private car with guide/driver, and available same dates as regular departures listed above. Rates are supplement to cost of tour and are according to total number of passengers.
Private Passengers
Supplement Per Person in a Car
2
$2915.00
3
$1703.00
4
$1249.00
5
$856.00
6
$642.00
7
$469.00
8
$339.00
9
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Included
Included services in package:
1. Transfers from Ben Gurion Airport to and from your Hotel in Tel Aviv to Airport.
2. Meeting point on arrival at the Steimatzky bookstore at the Main Arrival Hall at the Ben Gurion International Airport.
3. Eight Full day touring with all entrance fees and attraction as per the above itinerary.
4. Ten nights accommodation on half board (Buffet Breakfast and dinner in Hotels) basis at the hotels as mentioned above.
5. Professional certified English speaking Tour Guide.
6. Deluxe air-conditioned motor coach.
7. Entrance fees as per Holy Land Tour itinerary.
8. Meal arrangements: Half Board (including full Israeli buffet breakfast and set menu dinners at hotels daily).
9. No added fees for credit card payment.
Not included services in our tour rates:
1. Tips to guide/driver and hotel/restaurant staff.
2. Personal extras or meals not mentioned above.
3. Lunches.
Tips during your Holy Land tour: It's important to consider your Tour Guides and Drivers work very hard to make your tour an experience of a lifetime, and most of their annual income comes from the generosity of those they are serving during the tours. It is recommended that tour guides are given at least $6.00 per touring day per person, and drivers are given at least $4.00 per touring day per person. Please consider also hotel staff during your stay, and other staff that will support you during your tour.
15 DAY CHRISTIAN HOLY LAND EGYPT JORDAN ISRAEL TOUR
Embark on a life-changing 15-day journey through Egypt, Jordan, and Israel, following the Biblical path of the Exodus and the footsteps of Jesus. In Egypt, marvel at the Pyramids of Giza, ride a camel in the desert, explore the Egyptian Museum, and visit Old and Coptic Cairo. Travel through the Sinai Desert, stopping at Marah, Elim, Rephidim, and Mt. Sinai. Cross into Jordan to explore Petra, Madaba, Mt. Nebo, and Jericho. In Israel, walk in Jesus’ footsteps from Tel Aviv to the Sea of Galilee, Nazareth, and the Jordan River. Discover biblical sites like Capernaum, the Mount of Beatitudes, Beit She’an, Masada, the Dead Sea, and Qumran. Conclude in Jerusalem, visiting the Temple Mount, Garden of Gethsemane, Via Dolorosa, the Western Wall, Bethlehem, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.
Day 1 - MONDAY Departure on your way to Egypt, The Land of the Pharaohs.
Flights for your Holy Land tour: When booking your land tour with us we can also assist with your flights. Or you can also book your flights on your own if you prefer, and we will coordinate your arrival and departure airport transfers included in your tour, at no additional cost.
Optional pre-arrival extra night in Cairo: Jet lag and fatigue can be a downside of long flights. We recommend arriving in Cairo one day before your tour starts (arriving on Monday instead of Tuesday). This extra day allows you to rest, adjust to new time zones, and be refreshed for the start of your Holy Land tour. To assist with this optional extra day in Cairo, we include private transfers from Cairo International Airport to your hotel, along with an overnight stay at a recommended hotel including meals (breakfast and dinner). When booking your tour, please let us know if you'd like to reserve the optional pre-arrival extra day in Cairo, and we’ll be happy to confirm the arrangements.
Day 2 - TUESDAY Egypt Welcome to Egypt, upon arrival into Cairo International Airport you will clear immigration and customs formalities, and met outside customs by our representative for private transfer to your hotel in Cairo for evening at leisure and overnight.
Included:
Transfer from Cairo International Airport to your Hotel in Cairo.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 5 Star Deluxe or 4 Star First Class hotel accommodations.
Optional Evening Activity: Pyramids Sound & Light show $93.00 per person and should be reserved before travel. Includes pick-up and drop-off transfers from your hotel.
Day 3 – WEDNESDAY Pyramid / Sphinx / Solar Boat / Egyptian Museum / Old and New Cairo / Coptic Cairo / Synagogue of Ben Ezra
Begin your Where it all Began holy land tour with a delicious breakfast, and after meeting your Egyptologist guide to start exploring one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world, the three great Pyramids of Giza. The oldest and grandest of the three is the Cheops Pyramid built in the 3 rd dynasty about 2690 B.C. Next is the Pyramids of Chefren and wonder at the majestic Great Sphinx, which is the largest single block sculpture located at the foot of the grand Pyramid Chefren. In the area of the Pyramids providing for a superb picture take an opportunity to ride a camel with the Pyramids as a backdrop. Continue on to visiting the famous Egyptian Museum, here we will teach you a brief, but colorful insight into the five thousand years history of Egypt's fascinating land. Afterwards we visit Old Cairo, and the City’s cultural landmarks that span three millennium of Egyptian history. Starting with Coptic Church, where you will see the Hanging Church, dating to the late 4th and early 5th century. This basilica was named "Al-Mu'allaqah" because it was built atop the south gate of the Babylon Fortress. Continue to the Church of St. Sergius, a 5th century Coptic Church. This basilica is built on the cave in which the Holy Family stayed and is regarded by visitors as a source of blessing. As we journey along our tour, we'll come to the recently restored Synagogue of Ben Ezra - the oldest Jewish synagogue in Egypt built in 882 AC. Next, we'll explore the spices and silks in the medieval bazaar of Khan el-Khalili, one of the largest bazaars in the Middle East and North Africa’s most famous bazaar. Lunch will be served during the tour at a local restaurant. Return to your hotel in Cairo.
Overnight Cairo- including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Lunch
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 5 Star Deluxe or 4 Star First Class hotel accommodations.
Optional Evening Activity: Nile Cruise Dinner with Show $109.00 per person, please reserve before departure. Includes pick-up and drop-off transfers from your hotel.
Day 4 – THURSDAY Sinai Desert / Morah by the Red Sea / Elim / Rephidim / Land of Goshen/Mount Sinai
After breakfast departure by private air-conditioned mini coach or bus to Saint Catherine Monastery via the tunnel underneath the Suez Cannel to the west branch of the Red Sea, following what is thought to be the route of the Biblical Exodus (Genesis 16-18). Our tour continues through the Sinai Peninsula and the biblical Land of Goshen to the Mount Sinai area (233 miles) taking approximately six hours. See Marah by the Red Sea the desert springs along the shore of the Red Sea where the children of Israel found the water bitter. Continue to Alim to visit the desert oasis, then to Wadi Feiran (Rephidim), the desert valley where the children of Israel fought against Amalekites. Next to Mount Serbal, a possible location where Moses held his arms up for victory, we continue inland heading towards the granite mountain of Mount Sinaiand Wadi El Raha where according to tradition is the area where the Israelites camped and the golden calf was forged (Exodus 32). After we will arrive to the hotel near Mt Sinai and St Catherine’s Monastery.
Overnight Sinai- in hotel near Mt Sinai and St. Catherine's Monastery- including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 5 Star Deluxe or 4 Star First Class hotel accommodations.
The options for hotel accommodation in the remote area of Mt. Sinai are very limited. The hotel used in our Where it all Began Tour is the best available in the area, however not equivalent in standard to other hotels we use along this tour.
Optional night activity: Climb Mt. Sinai. For those who wish to climb Mt. Sinai, please bring warm clothing for the ascent. Ride a camel 2/3 of the way up the Mount. Your tour guide can arrange this at the location for $ 25.00 per person. Climbing Mt. Sinai begins at 2:00 A.M. and return around 9:00 - 9:30 A.M.
Day 5 – FRIDAY Mount Sinai to the Red Sea/Mountains of Edom / St Catherine Monastery / Taba Border / Eilat ( Israel) cross to Jordan / Aqaba / Petra
At early day break, those who are physically capable and desire to, will climb-up Mount Sinai Jabal Musa,(6,900 ft) climbing to the summit (750 steps) walking in the Footsteps of Moses and enjoy a time of praise and amazing views of the Sinai wilderness, imagine yourself here rearding from the Book of Genesis where God revealed himself to Moses in the Burning Bush and where he received the Ten Commandments. After our descent form the mountain we return to the hotel to rejoin the rest of the group for Breakfast. Begin a tour the Saint Catherine Monastery with its History, constructed at the foot of Mt. Sinai the oldest working Christian Monastery. St. Catherine Monastery was built in (527 and 565 AC) by the Roman Emperor Justinian, and where it’s believed God appeared to Moses in the form of a burning bush. The Greek Orthodox Church building is the oldest continuously used church building in the world. Commence a drive leaving Mount Sinai area toward the eastern shores of Sinai Peninsula, and on the Red Sea north to Taba Border, (Egypt Israel crossing border), lunch provided in Taba tourist area prior to crossing to Israel. After crossing meet our Israeli representative, and welcome to the Promised Land of Israel. We will enjoy a short city tour in Eilat Israel’s southernmost town on the Red Sea. We'll arrive at the Araba Border (Israel Jordan southern border). Cross to Jordanand meet with our Jordanian tour guide, Welcome to Jordan, visit the city and port of Aqabaalong the King’ Highway to Wadi Musa then to the ancient city of Petra a recognized UNESCO World Heritage site.
Overnight Petra- including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Lunch provided in Taba.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 5 Star Deluxe or 4 Star First Class hotel accommodations.
Border Crossing not Included: Crossing Israel Border tax currently US $35.00 US $35.00 and US $2.00 mandatory shuttle service at the border walk crossing (subject to change without notice).
Day 6 – SATURDAY Full day Visiting the Nabatean City of Petra, Amman
Explore the Nabatean Treasure City of Petra. After a short drive from our hotel lays the entrance to one of the world’s greatest archaeological sites – the 2,000-year-old city of Petra, known as the red rock city, the ancient capital of the Nabateansfrom the 3rd century B.C. to the 2nd century A.C.. Carved out by the Nabataeans out of solid rock, Petra was forgotten for hundreds of years until it was rediscovered in 1812. At the entrance to Petra, travelers are offered the option to ride a horse for 800m - from the visitor center to the entrance of the dramatic “Siq” (canyon). From the entrance to the Siq there is a 1,250 meters walk to the 1st monument “The treasury”. Throughout most of the day exploring Petra’s incredible structures; Bab Al Siq or in Arabic the “gateway to the Siq,” the Treasury, the Royal Tombs, the obelisks and the High Place of Sacrifice, the Theatre carved into the side of the mountain, the Church built in the 5th century AD, the Colonnaded Street, the Lion Triclinium with it’s two lions on it’s entrance, Ad Deir the large monastery monument, the Great Temple complex, and much more. Late afternoon we will drive north to Amman– Jordan’s capital and largest city.
Overnight Amman- including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Lunch
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 5 Star Deluxe or 4 Star First Class hotel accommodations.
Day 7 – SUNDAY Crossing to Israel - Into the Promised Land After breakfast we journey on our holy land tour to the biblical town of Madaba. The town is well known for its Byzantine and mosaics and for its Greek Orthodox Church of St. George. Here we'll see the earliest original map of the Holy Land. Continue to biblical Mount Nebo from which Moses viewed the Promise Land. Mt. Nebo, is believed to be the site of the tomb of Moses, commanding a breathtaking view across the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea. We'll drive by Bethany beyond the Jordan, where John the Baptist is believed to have baptized Jesus, and cross to Israel crossing the Allenby Bridge. Entering into Israel we reflect on Joshua as he led the children of Israel on this exact path into the Promised Land. We continue tour to drive by Jericho and to the Mediterranean Sea arriving in Tel Aviv. Israel’s largest and most modern city. Check in at our hotel and enjoy dinner. Free time to rest, relax, and explore in your first evening in Israel. Our Tel Aviv hotel is conveniently located near the shore of the Mediterranean Sea and close to the city center and attractions.
Overnight Tel Aviv- including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 5 Star Deluxe or 4 Star First Class hotel accommodations.
Border Crossing not Included: Crossing Jordan Border tax currently US $16.00 (subject to change without notice).
Day 8 – MONDAY From Tel Aviv / Jaffa to the Sea of Galilee, Mediterranean coast and the Valley of Armageddon
Caesarea / Mt. Carmel / Megiddo / Nazareth / Sea of Galilee / Tiberias Begin your tour "walking where Jesus walked' this morning to visiting the Old City Jaffa, believed to be the oldest port city in the world of more than 4,000 years, and where cedars arrived to build Solomon's Temple (2 Chronicles 2:16). Walk through the narrow streets of Old Jaffa, see St. Peter's Church and enjoy a panoramic view of Tel Aviv resort shoreline from Jaffa Hilltop. St. Peter came to Jaffa (Joppa) from Lydda to raise Tabitha (Dorcas) from The dead (Acts 9: 36 -42). While in Jaffa, the apostle stayed at the house of Simon the Tanner, and the Church of St. Peter marks the traditional site of Peter’s vision of the Great Sheet. Depart Tel Aviv on a drive north along the coastal plain to Caesarea Maritima(Acts 9:30 Acts 10:24 -48), the center of early Christians, and the capital of Judea under the Roman Empire. Visit the excavations of this ancient city by the Mediterranean Sea, marvel at the Roman theatre and picturesque aqueduct with the ocean blue water behind it, here is where Paul made his defense before Festus and King Agrippa prior to his final journey to Rome (Acts 25-26). We’ll continue and stop at Mount Carmel (Muchraka), where Elijah issued his challenge to the False Prophets, and on to enjoy a breath taking panoramic view of Haifa Bay and the Western Galilee region. Continue on to Megiddo(1 Kings 4:28, 9, 15, 2 Kings 23, Kings 29 & Revelation 16:16), identified as Armageddon (Revelation 16), and witness the remains from Solomon’s days, and view a panoramic site where the Battle of Armageddon will be fought. See the archaeological excavations at Megiddo, including a well preserved water supply system. Continue the Holy Land tour along the Jezerel Valley to visit the town Jesus lived in Nazareth (Luke 1:26, Luke 4:16 Luke 4:29, Matthew 2:23), and enjoy a beautiful view from the top of Mt. Precipice, also known as Mt. of Precipitation, and Mount of the Leap of the Lord believed to be the site of the rejection of Jesus, described by Luke (Luke 4:29 Luke 4:30), we continue to the Church of Annunciation if time permits, and drive to Cana of Galilee where Jesus performed his first public miracle, the turning of water into wine at the wedding feast (John 2:1 John 2:11), and on to the Lower Galilee region to the beautiful Sea of Galilee to the town of Tiberias. The hotels situated right on town’s center and the shores of the Sea of Galilee make it possible to walk along the shores of the Sea of Galilee and explore the town of Tiberias.
Overnight Sea of Galilee- including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 5 Star Deluxe or 4 Star First Class hotel accommodations.
Day 9 - TUESDAY Sea of Galilee, the Upper Galilee and the Golan Heights
Magdala / Sail on the Sea of Galilee / Jesus Boat / Golan Heights / Upper Galilee / Caesarea Philippi / St. Peter's Fish Lunch / Yardenit We begin with a special visit to Magdala (Matthew 15:39), best known as the home of Mary Magdalene and where surprising archeological finds are breaking new ground in our understanding of Jesus’ time – and the revolution he launched 2,000 years ago. In Magdala we'll see the ruins of a first century city where an ancient synagogue from the time of Jesus’ ministry was found. After we continue to the Sea of Galilee where you can try to imagine yourself sailing in the Sea of Galilee as Jesus did with his disciples, this is exactly how we begin the day by boarding a wooden boat and sailing on as the disciples did 2000 years ago. We’ll dock at Kibbutz Nof Ginosar and visit the ancient “Jesus Boat,” the remains of a 2,000 years old boat that was discovered in 1986 in the shores of the lake. This type of boat was used at the time of Jesus and his disciples. We will drive to the beautiful Golan Heights. Visit Banias- ancient Ceasarea Philippi (Matthew 16:13 and Mark 8:27) where Jesus said “On this rock I will build my Church.” Continue to the Hula Valley and the Upper Galilee, returning to the Sea of Galilee with visit to Yardenit- the baptismal site on the Jordan River, the river where John the Baptist, baptized Jesus.
Overnight Sea of Galilee– including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Special St. Peter's fish lunch at a fine local restaurant.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 5 Star Deluxe or 4 Star First Class hotel accommodations.
Day 10 – WEDNESDAY Jesus early Ministry along the Sea of Galilee, Jordan River
Mount of Beatitudes / Tabgha / Capernaum / Beit She'an / Dead Sea On your Christian Israel tour today we visit the surrounding area of the Sea of Galilee where Jesus began his early Ministry. Start with the Mount of Beatitudes(Matthew 5, Matthew 6, Matthew 7, Matthew 8), here Jesus preached the Sermon on the Mount, see the beautiful Chapel, erected in 1939 by the noted architect Antonio Barluzzi, and enjoy the panoramic view of the Galilee. Continue down to Tabgha- the site of the Feeding of the 5,000 and Primacy of Peter (Matthew 13, Mark 33, Mark 45, & John 21), at the Church of Multiplication with its 4th Century Mosaic floor, and a must visit during your Holy Land tour to Capernaum –referred as Jesus “own town” (Matthew 4:13, Matthew 9:1, Matthew 13:54, Matthew 17:24, Luke 7, Mark 1:2, John 4:46 John 4:54) where is believed to have been Jesus' home and the center of his ministry, here we can stand in what is left of the synagogue in which Jesus ministered, and where he preformed many miracles, and it's in Capernaum where Peter’s mother-in-law lived and was healed. We’ll continue through the Valley of Beit She'an to the ancient city of Beit She'an (Mark 5:20, Mark 7:31), view the impressive archeological site. It was here that after defeating Saul and his sons on Mount Gilboa, the Philistines hanged their bodies on the walls of Beth Shean, continue through the Jordan Valley past the city of Jericho and arrive to the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth. Check in at the hotel located at the shores of the Dead Sea, enjoy optional spa treatments and a massage, swim and float on the salty water of the Dead Sea or enjoy a swim in your hotel pool.
Overnight Dead Sea- including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Special spa gift products; Dead Sea mineral mud pack and salt pack courtesy of Enjoy Dead Sea Hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 5 Star Deluxe or 4 Star First Class hotel accommodations.
Day 11 – THURSDAY Dead Sea, Masada, Ein Gedi, Qumran, Judean Desert, Jerusalem This Thursday on your Holy Land tour we visit the 1500 feet mountaintop fortress of Masada famous for being the last stronghold of the Jewish rebellion against the Roman Empire. We’ll ascend to Masada by cable car and explore the first century Synagogue, King Herod’s Bathhouse and other sites atop of Masada, descend and continue to the oasis of Ein Gedi, where David hid in a cave when running from Saul (Samuel 23), it was here that David composed several of his Psalms, continue a visit to Qumran where a cache of ancient biblical texts the Dead Sea Scroll were discovered in 1947. From here on to the Golden City of Jerusalem, and proceed to a panoramic view of Jerusalem from Mt. Scopus, where we can take time for prayer. Continue to the hotel conveniently located within walking distance from the Old City Jerusalem.
Overnight Jerusalem- including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 5 Star Deluxe or 4 Star First Class hotel accommodations.
Day 12 - FRIDAY Old Jerusalem, Temple Mount in Jesus times, Mount of Olives / Kidron Valley / Garden of Gethsemane / Western Wall tunnels (Kotel Tunnels) / Pool of Bethesda / Church of Holy Sepulcher / Via Dolorosa / Christian Quarter Friday we begin here a top of Mount of Olives where the Lord ascended into heaven (acts 1), and where we will have a view across the Kidron Valley to the Eastern Gate where the prince of Peace will enter (Ezekiel 43). Continuing to Pater Noster Church and visit Dominus Flevit where "The Lord wept" as he beheld the Holy City. Through Palm Sunday Road proceed down to the Gethsemane where you will see 2,000 year old Olive trees that date back to the time of Jesus. Then to the Western Wall- The holiest site in Judaism and one of the original walls that retained the Temple. We will visit the Western Wall Tunnels running along the base of the Western Wall will leading us through the Second Temple era and reveal the incredible construction of the Temple Mount, water supply and Roman street where our Lord Jesus was led to judgment. Continue to St. Anne Church and the Pool of Bethesda. We will walk the stations of the Cross- the Via Dolorosa to visit Judgment Hall of Pilate all the way to Church of the Holy Sepulcher(Matthew 27, Matthew 33:57, Matthew 28:10). In the afternoon you will enjoy time to shop the colorful bazaars (markets). We'll return and join the prayer at the Western Wall- Pray and leave a note in the crevices of the wall as many Christian pilgrims before you, return to the Hotel for Shabbat Dinner.
Overnight Jerusalem– including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 5 Star Deluxe or 4 Star First Class hotel accommodations.
Day 13 - SATURDAY Jerusalem Old and New City
Mt. Zion / Upper Room / King David Tomb / Jewish Quarter / Ein Kerem / Bethlehem / Church of the Nativity / Shepherd’s Field / Garden Tomb We start our day with a drive to Mt. Zion with a visit to the Upper room(Luke 22), where Jesus held the Lord’s Supper, visit King David Tomb, and walk through the Jewish Quarter. Continue on a drive through the New City of Jerusalem and pass the Israel Parliament (Knesset), and continue to Ein Karem, birthplace of John the Baptist (Luke 1:39 -80), visit the Church of the Visitation at Ein Karem then we proceed to Bethlehem to visit the Church of the Nativity(Luke 2: 1-7). Visit the Shepherd’s Field (Luke 2:8-20), where an angel appeared to announce the birth of Jesus. In the afternoon visit the Garden Tomb, to celebrate the resurrection with a time for prayer (Luke 23). Enjoy an evening farewell Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight Jerusalem- including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 5 Star Deluxe or 4 Star First Class hotel accommodations.
Day 14 - SUNDAY Enjoy free day in Jerusalem later in the day transfer to Ben Gurion airport according to your flight schedule
After Breakfast, and by 12 noon, Check out from your hotel and store your luggage at the hotel storage room to enjoy free day in Jerusalem. Passengers booked 4 Stars First class hotels, in Jerusalem the Grand Court hotel within walking distance to the Old City. Passengers booked 5 stars Deluxe hotels, in Jerusalem The Leonardo Plaza hotel within walking distance from the Old City and the center of West Jerusalem.
You can visit again the Holy sites and the colorful bazaars, visit Yad Vashem Israel’s memorial to the victims of the Holocaust, The Davidson Center at the Western Wall, Ben Yehuda street with shopping stores, restaurant and coffee shops, Mahaneh Yehuda market, with authentic Jerusalem Restaurants, and food markets. Explore on your own the newly renovated Israel Museum and Shrine of the Book.
Transfer from the lobby of your hotel to Ben Gurion International Airport 4 hours Prior to flight departure.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Transfer from your Jerusalem hotel to the Ben Gurion International Airport for your departure flight back home or to your next destination.
Transfers. The drive from Jerusalem to Ben Gurion International Airport or Sdeh Dov Domestic Airport in Tel Aviv is about 50 to 60 minutes. International flights require that you check-in at least 3 hours prior to your flight departure time. PLEASE NOTE: NO EXTRA TRANSFER CHARGES ON ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE ANY TIME AND ANY DAY.
Day 15
Arrive this morning and start planing your next memorable trip to the Holy Land with Israel Tourism Consultant.
If your flight departs in the morning you will arrive back in America the same day of your departure. If your flight departs in the night you will arrive back to America the following day of your departure.
This 15 day Holy Land itinerary program can be extended and tailor-made for groups.
Optional Excursions Tour Extensions and or Pre Arrival Tours: Egypt: 2 Night Sleeper Train Plus 3 Nights Nile Cruise. Egypt: 3 Nights Nile Cruise Plus 1 Night Cairo at Ramses Hilton Hotel. Egypt: 2 Nights Sleeper Train Plus 1 Night Luxor and 1 Night Aswan. Egypt: 2 Nights Sleeper Train Plus 1 Night Luxor. Egypt: 1 Night Luxor. Israel: 3 Day Tour of Eilat.
Rates
FIFTEEN DAY HOLY LAND COMBINATION TRAVEL TOUR TO EGYPT JORDAN AND ISRAEL
City
Nights
(A) 5 Star Deluxe Hotels │
(B) 4 Star First Class Hotels │
Cairo
2
Ramses Hilton
Barceló Cairo Pyramids
Sinai
1
St. Catherine Village, Wadi El Raha
St. Catherine Village, Wadi El Raha
Petra
1
The Old Village Hotel & Resort
Petra Moon Hotel
Amman
1
Regency Palace Amman Hotel
Grand Palace Amman
Tel Aviv
1
Herods Tel Aviv
Grand Beach Tel Aviv Hotel
Sea of Galilee
2
Leonardo Plaza Hotel Tiberias
Leonardo Club Hotel Tiberias
Dead Sea
1
Enjoy Dead Sea Hotel (Deluxe Room)
Enjoy Dead Sea Hotel (Standard Room)
Jerusalem
3
Leonardo Plaza Hotel Jerusalem
Grand Court Jerusalem Hotel
Prices are for land packages, quoted per person in U.S. dollars, based on double occupancy and inclusive of all taxes. Children's rates apply when sharing a room with adult(s), and are for children ages 2-12 years old.
Supplement for Private Tour: This Tour can be operated by private car with guide/driver, and available same dates as regular departures listed above for the Israel portion of the tour only. Rates are supplement to cost of tour and are according to total number of passengers.
Private Passengers
Supplement Per Person in a Car
1
$6819
2
$3098
3
$1858
4
$1360
5
$964
6
$700
7
$539
8
$394
9
$281
10
$249
Included
Included services in package:
1. Transfer from Cairo Airport to your Hotel in Cairo and from the Hotel in Jerusalem to the Airport.
2. Escorted group transfers on arrival and departure.
3. Porterage at airport and hotels.
4. Ten Full days touring with all entrance fees and attractions as per the above itinerary.
5. Professional certified English speaking Tour Guide.
6. Deluxe air-conditioned motor-coach.
7. Entrance fees as per combination Holy Land Tour itinerary.
8. Twelve nights accommodation including buffet breakfast and dinner at the hotels as mentioned above.
9. Lunch included in one day in Cairo and in Petra Jordan, and in Taba prior to crossing to Israel, plus a special St. Peter's fish lunch at a fine local restaurant in the Galilee.
10. No added fees for credit card payment.
Not included services in our tour rates:
1. Tips to guide/driver and hotel/restaurant staff.
2. Personal extras or meals not mentioned above.
3. Lunches not mentioned.
4. Visa fees. (US and Canada passport holders for Egypt only you can prepay visa fee prior to travel with us to eliminate waiting in lines at border crossing.)
5. Border taxes.
Tips during your Holy Land tour: It's important to consider your Tour Guides and Drivers work very hard to make your tour an experience of a lifetime, and most of their annual income comes from the generosity of those they are serving during the tours. It is recommended that tour guides are given at least $6.00 per touring day per person, and drivers are given at least $4.00 per touring day per person. Please consider also hotel staff during your stay, and other staff that will support you during your tour.
Embark on an extraordinary spiritual journey with our Footsteps of Christ Holy Land Tour, a meticulously designed itinerary that brings the Bible to life. This immersive experience allows you to explore the profound history and sacred sites of the Holy Land as we trace the life, teachings, and ministry of Jesus Christ. Guided by expert, government-certified professionals who possess a deep understanding of Christian teachings and Biblical landmarks, this tour offers an enriching and transformative experience for believers. From the ancient streets of Nazareth to the serene waters of the Sea of Galilee, every step will deepen your faith and connection to the very roots of Christianity. Along the way, you will visit key holy sites that have shaped Christian history, including the Mount of Beatitudes, the Garden of Gethsemane, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Whether you're sailing on the tranquil Sea of Galilee, standing on the Mount of Beatitudes, or walking through the vibrant streets of Jerusalem, this tour presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to immerse yourself in the essence of Biblical history and witness the places where the stories of the Bible unfolded.
Embark on the journey of a lifetime with our Footsteps of Christ Holy Land Tour. This extraordinary experience features the most comprehensive itinerary in the Holy Land, centered on the life and teachings of Jesus. Led by professional, government-certified guides with deep knowledge of the Bible and Christian historical sites, your spiritual adventure awaits.
Day 1 - Saturday
Begin your pilgrimage to Israel, the sacred Land of the Bible.
Flight arrangements for your tour: Book our land-only package, and let us assist you in securing flights. Prefer to arrange your own flights? No problem—we’ll seamlessly coordinate your arrival and departure airport transfers, included in your tour package at no extra cost.
Optional pre-tour stay in Tel Aviv: To help ease jet lag and adjust to the time zone, consider arriving a day early (Saturday) before the tour officially begins. This extra day provides time to relax, enjoy the Mediterranean coastline, or explore Tel Aviv at your own pace. The package includes airport transfers, accommodations with breakfast and dinner, and a stay at either the Renaissance Tel Aviv or the Grand Beach Tel Aviv Hotel. Let us know when booking if you'd like to include this option, and one of our Travel Experts will provide you with pricing and reservation details.
Day 2 - Sunday │ Tel Aviv
Welcome to Israel, the sacred land of the Bible, and the start of your unforgettable Holy Land tour. Upon arrival at Ben Gurion International Airport, you’ll be greeted and assisted by our friendly airport representatives. From there, transfer to your hotel in Tel Aviv
, Israel’s bustling modern metropolis, located near the ancient port city of Jaffa. Check in to your hotel and enjoy dinner, followed by some well-deserved rest after your flight. Your hotel is ideally situated near the beautiful Mediterranean coastline and close to Tel Aviv’s vibrant city center, offering a variety of attractions, shopping, and dining along its lively promenade. If time allows, explore the charming artistic district of Neve Tzedek
.
Overnight stay in Tel Aviv, including a Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Transportation from Ben Gurion International Airport to your hotel in Tel Aviv.
Dinner served at your hotel.
Your choice of 5-Star Deluxe or 4-Star First-Class accommodations.
Day 3 – Monday │ From Tel Aviv/Jaffa to the Sea of Galilee, Mediterranean Coast, and the Valley of Armageddon - Caesarea / Mt. Carmel / Megiddo / Nazareth / Sea of Galilee / Tiberias
In the morning, visit Old Jaffa
. Walk through the narrow passages of this ancient port city, believed to be the oldest in the world, where cedars from Lebanon were brought to build Solomon's Temple (2 Chronicles 2:16). Explore St. Peter's Church
and enjoy stunning views of Tel Aviv's shoreline from Jaffa Hilltop. In Jaffa (Joppa), Peter raised Tabitha (Dorcas) from the dead (Acts 9:36-43) and stayed at the house of Simon the Tanner. The site of Peter’s vision of the Great Sheet (Acts 10:9-16) is marked by St. Peter’s Church.
Depart Tel Aviv, heading north along the coastal plain to Caesarea Maritima
(Acts 9:30; Acts 10:24-48), a pivotal center for early Christians and the Roman capital of Judea. Visit its ancient city ruins, including the Roman theater and aqueduct. Here, Paul defended his faith before Festus and King Agrippa before his journey to Rome (Acts 25-26).
Next, stop at Mount Carmel
(Muchraka), where Elijah challenged the false prophets (1 Kings 18:16-24). Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Haifa Bay and the Western Galilee. Continue to Megiddo
(Joshua 12:21; 1 Kings 9:15; 2 Kings 23:29; Revelation 16:16), the site of Armageddon, where the prophesied battle of the end times will occur (Revelation 16). Explore the archaeological remains from Solomon's era, including its ancient water system.
Travel through the Jezreel Valley to Nazareth
(Luke 1:26; Luke 4:16; Matthew 2:23). Enjoy a scenic view from Mount Precipice
, traditionally believed to be the site of Jesus' rejection by the people of Nazareth (Luke 4:29-30). Visit the Basilica of the Annunciation
, if time permits. Proceed to Cana of Galilee
, where Jesus performed His first miracle, turning water into wine at a wedding feast (John 2:1-11).
End the day at the serene Sea of Galilee
in Tiberias
. Stay overnight at a hotel near the lake, with opportunities to explore Tiberias or enjoy a relaxing walk along the shores.
Overnight: Sea of Galilee, including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 5 Star Deluxe or 4 Star First Class hotel accommodations.
Day 4 - Tuesday │ Sea of Galilee, the Upper Galilee and the Golan Heights - Magdala / Sail the Sea of Galilee / Jesus Boat / Golan Heights / Upper Galilee / Caesarea Philippi / St. Peter Fish Lunch / Yardenit
We begin this day with a special visit to
Magdala(Matthew 15:39), a unique Holy Land site, known as the home of Mary Magdalene. Here we'll explore a first-century Jewish city where Jesus healed the afflicted, and the oldest excavated synagogue in the Galilee from the time of Jesus' ministry, where surely he taught.
Afterward, we board a wooden boat and sail as the disciples did 2,000 years ago on the Sea of Galilee, where the Lord calmed the storm (Luke 8:22-25), and where he made one of the most dramatic miracles: walking on water (Mark 6:47-52). It was along the shores of the Sea of Galilee where Jesus appeared for the third time after being raised from the dead, asked his disciples to throw their net to the right side of the boat, and caught many fish. Here, the Lord made breakfast for his disciples (John 21).
We'll dock at Kibbutz Nof Ginosar
and visit the "Ancient Jesus Boat," the remains of a 2,000-year-old boat that was discovered in 1986. This boat was used during the time of Jesus and his disciples.
We will then drive to the beautiful Golan Heights
to visit
Banias
—ancient Caesarea Philippi (Matthew 16:13 and Mark 8:27), where Jesus said, “On this rock I will build my Church” (Matthew 16:18).
We continue to the Hula Valley
and the Upper Galilee, returning to the Sea of Galilee to visit the baptismal site of
Yardenit
on the Jordan River. Here, believers celebrate, and some take the opportunity to submerge themselves in the same waters where the Holy Spirit descended like a dove from heaven when John the Baptist baptized Jesus (Matthew 3:13-17).
Overnight Sea of Galilee – including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast and dinner at your hotel.
Certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and daily itinerary attractions.
5 Star Deluxe or 4 Star First Class hotel accommodations.
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Special St. Peter fish lunch in the Galilee.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 5 Star Deluxe or 4 Star First Class hotel accommodations.
Day 5 – Wednesday │ Jesus' Early Ministry along the Sea of Galilee and Jordan River - Mount of Beatitudes / Tabgha / Capernaum / Beit She'an / Dead Sea
Today we visit sites of Jesus' early ministry around the Sea of Galilee:
Mount of Beatitudes: Known for the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-8). We'll explore the famous Church of the Beatitudes, designed by architect Antonio Barluzzi, and enjoy stunning views of the Galilee.
Tabgha: Visit the site of the Feeding of the 5,000 and Primacy of Peter (Matthew 13, Mark 33, John 21). Explore the Church of Multiplication with its exquisite 4th-century mosaic floor.
Capernaum: Jesus' home base during his ministry (Matthew 4:13, Mark 1:21-28). Walk through the remains of the ancient synagogue where Jesus taught and performed miracles, and see the site where Peter’s mother-in-law was healed (Luke 4:38-40).
Afterward, we'll journey through the Valley of Beit She'an to the archeological site of Beit She'an, an ancient city mentioned in Mark 5:20 and 2 Samuel 21:12-14. We'll then continue through the Jordan Valley, passing Jericho, and arrive at the Dead Sea—the lowest place on earth.
At the Enjoy Dead Sea Hotel, you'll receive complimentary spa gift products, including Dead Sea mud and salt packs. Take advantage of optional spa treatments, relax with a massage, swim in the salty waters of the Dead Sea, or enjoy the hotel pool.
Overnight at the Dead Sea: Includes a full buffet breakfast and dinner.
Breakfast at your hotel.
Special Dead Sea spa gift products; mineral mud and salt pack courtesy of Enjoy Dead Sea Hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 5 Star Deluxe or 4 Star First Class hotel accommodations.
Day 6 – Thursday │ Dead Sea, Masada, Ein Gedi, Qumran, Judean Desert, Jerusalem
Today on your Holy Land tour, you'll visit some of the most historic and spiritual sites:
Masada: Ascend the 1,500-foot mountaintop fortress by cable car. Explore the first-century synagogue, King Herod’s Bathhouse, and other ruins that were part of the last Jewish stronghold against the Romans.
Ein Gedi: Discover this lush oasis where David sought refuge from Saul (1 Samuel 23) and composed several Psalms.
Qumran: Visit the site where the Dead Sea Scrolls, a treasure trove of ancient biblical texts, were discovered in 1947.
Next, journey to the Golden City of Jerusalem and enjoy a panoramic view from Mount Scopus. This iconic viewpoint provides a stunning perspective of Jerusalem, perfect for prayer and reflection. Conclude the day by checking into your hotel, conveniently located within walking distance from the Old City of Jerusalem.
Overnight in Jerusalem: Includes a full buffet breakfast and dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 5 Star Deluxe or 4 Star First Class hotel accommodations.
Day 7 - Friday │ Old Jerusalem, Temple Mount in Jesus Times, Mount of Olives, Kidron Valley, Garden of Gethsemane, Western Wall Tunnels, Pool of Bethesda, Church of the Holy Sepulcher, Via Dolorosa, Christian Quarter
Begin your journey at the top of Mount of Olives
, where the Lord ascended into heaven (Acts 1). From here, take in a breathtaking view of the Kidron Valley and the Eastern Gate, where the Prince of Peace will enter (Ezekiel 43). Pass by the Pater Noster Church and visit the Dominus Flevit Church, where Jesus wept for Jerusalem (Luke 19:41-44). Follow the Palm Sunday Road down to the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus prayed and was strengthened by an angel before His arrest (Mark 14:32, Luke 22:39-46). Witness the ancient olive trees that date back to the time of Christ.
Next, visit the Western Wall, the holiest site in Judaism, and explore the Western Wall Tunnels, which reveal remnants of the Second Temple era, including Roman streets and water systems.
Continue to St. Anne Church and the Pool of Bethesda, where Jesus healed the paralytic (John 5).
Walk along the Stations of the Cross on the Via Dolorosa, stopping at Station 2 (Judgment Hall of Pilate) and the Church of the Flagellation. Continue to the final Station 14 inside the Church of the Holy Sepulcher (Matthew 27, 28).
Spend the afternoon exploring the colorful bazaars (markets) and join the evening prayer at the Western Wall. Return to the hotel for a special Shabbat Dinner.
Overnight: Jerusalem – Includes Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 5 Star Deluxe or 4 Star First Class hotel accommodations.
Day 8 - Saturday │ Jerusalem Old and New City - Mt. Zion / Upper Room / King David Tomb / Jewish Quarter / Ein Kerem / Bethlehem / Church of the Nativity / Shepherd’s Field / Garden Tomb
We begin the day going to Mount Zion, visit the Upper Room (Luke 22), where the Lord’s Supper took place, visit King David's Tomb, and walk through the Jewish Quarter.
We will then drive through the New City, passing the Knesset (Israel Parliament) and continue to Ein Karem, the birthplace of John the Baptist (Luke 1:57-80), who announced the coming of the Lord (Isaiah 40:3). Visit the Church of the Visitation, commemorating the visit made by Mary to Elizabeth (Luke 1:39-56).
Next, continue to Bethlehem, where Joseph traveled with pregnant Mary (Luke 2:1-7), and where Jesus was born (Matthew 2:1-5). Visit the Church of the Nativity.
Proceed to the Shepherd’s Field, where an angel announced Jesus' birth (Luke 2:8-20). In the afternoon, visit the The Garden Tomb, to celebrate the resurrection of Christ (1 Corinthians 15, Luke 24:6-7, Mark 16:5-7) with a time for prayer. End the day with a farewell dinner at the hotel.
Overnight in Jerusalem, including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.
Dinner at your hotel.
Your selection of 5 Star Deluxe or 4 Star First Class hotel accommodations.
Day 9 - Sunday
Enjoy a free day in Jerusalem. Later in the day, transfer to Ben Gurion airport according to your flight schedule. After breakfast, check out from your hotel by 12 noon and store your luggage at the hotel storage room to enjoy your free day in Jerusalem.
Passengers who booked 4-Star First Class hotels in Jerusalem will stay at the Grand Court hotel, within walking distance of the Old City. Passengers who booked 5-Star Deluxe hotels will stay at the Leonardo Plaza hotel, within walking distance of the Old City and the center of West Jerusalem.
You can revisit the Holy sites and colorful bazaars, visit Yad Vashem, Israel's memorial to the victims of the Holocaust, The Davidson Center at the Western Wall, Ben Yehuda Street with shopping stores, restaurants, and coffee shops, and Mahaneh Yehuda market with authentic Jerusalem restaurants and food markets.
Transfer from the lobby of your hotel to Ben Gurion International Airport 4 hours prior to flight departure.
Included:
Breakfast at your hotel.
Transfer from your Jerusalem hotel to Ben Gurion International Airport for your departure flight back home or to your next destination.
The drive from Jerusalem to Ben Gurion International Airport or Sdeh Dov Domestic Airport in Tel Aviv is about 50 to 60 minutes. International flights require check-in at least 3 hours prior to your flight departure time. PLEASE NOTE: No extra transfer charges on arrival or departure, any time and any day.
Optional Tour Extension: 3 Days Eilat Tour and Jordan Tour from Israel
Day 10
If your flight departs in the morning, you will arrive back in America the same day of your departure.
If your flight departs at night, you will arrive back in America the following day of your departure.
Rates
TEN DAY HOLY LAND TRAVEL TOUR TO ISRAEL
City
Nights
(A) 5 Star Deluxe Hotels │
(B) 4 Star First Class Hotels │
Tel Aviv
1
Herods Tel Aviv
Grand Beach Tel Aviv Hotel
Sea of Galilee
2
Leonardo Plaza Hotel Tiberias
Leonardo Club Hotel Tiberias
Dead Sea
1
Enjoy Dead Sea Hotel (Deluxe Room)
Enjoy Dead Sea Hotel (Standard Room)
Jerusalem
3
Leonardo Plaza Hotel Jerusalem
Grand Court Jerusalem Hotel
Prices are for land packages, quoted per person in U.S. dollars, based on double occupancy and inclusive of all taxes. Children's rates apply when sharing a room with adult(s), and are for children ages 2-12 years old.
Supplement for Private Tour:This tour can also be operated with a private car and guide/driver, available on the same dates as the regular departures listed above, but for the Israel portion of the tour only. The rates are supplemental to the cost of the tour and vary based on the total number of passengers.
Private Passengers
Supplement Per Person in a Private Car
1
$6819
2
$3098
3
$1858
4
$1360
5
$964
6
$700
7
$539
8
$394
9
$281
10
$249
Included
Transfers: Enjoy escorted group transfers with meet-and-assist service upon arrival and departure at Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion International Airport.
Small group experience, accommodating between 12 to 48 participants.
7 nights in your choice of either 5-Star Deluxe or 4-Star First Class accommodations.
1 night in Tel Aviv
2 nights by the Sea of Galilee
1 night at the Dead Sea
3 nights in Jerusalem
Meals: Enjoy daily full Israeli buffet breakfast and dinner at your hotels, plus a special St. Peter’s fish lunch at a top local restaurant in Galilee.
Porterage included at airports and hotels.
6 full days of guided tours with an expert government-certified English-speaking guide, specializing in Christian history and biblical sites.
A private driver dedicated to your group throughout the tour.
Travel in a private, air-conditioned modern motor coach.
All entrance fees and sightseeing as listed in the itinerary, including visits to Caesarea, the Ancient Jesus Boat Museum at Kibbutz Nof Ginosar, Yardenit baptismal site, Beit She’an, Masada, the Davidson Center, Garden Tomb, and many more sacred landmarks.
Enjoy a serene boat ride on the Sea of Galilee.
Receive a special spa gift package at the Dead Sea Resort, including mineral-rich mud and Dead Sea salt pack, courtesy of Enjoy Dead Sea Hotel for our guests.
No additional fees for credit card payments .
Not included in the tour cost:
1. Tips for the guide/driver and hotel/restaurant staff.
2. Personal expenses or meals not listed above.
3. Lunches.
Tips during your Holy Land tour: It is important to recognize that your tour guides and drivers work diligently to ensure your tour is an unforgettable experience. Much of their annual income comes from the generosity of the guests they serve. We recommend a gratuity of at least $7.00 per person per touring day for tour guides, and at least $5.00 per person per touring day for drivers. Additionally, please consider extending your gratitude to hotel staff and other support personnel who contribute to making your journey smooth and enjoyable.