Overview
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Highlights
Welcome dinner
JAFFAWalking tour of the ancient port
CAESAREAVisit the Roman amphitheater and the Crusader fortress
MEGIDDOVisit the biblical site
MUHRAQAPanoramic view of the Jezreel Valley
CANA
Visit the site of the first miracle
NAZARETHVisit the Church of the Annunciation and St. Joseph’s Church
SEA OF GALILEEEnjoy a cruise
MOUNT OF BEATITUDESVisit the site where Jesus delivered his sermon
TABGHAVisit the Church of the Multiplication of Loaves and Fishes and the Church of St. Peter’s Primacy
CAPERNAUM Visit the site where Jesus recruited his first followers
MAGDALAVisit the first-century city
JORDAN RIVER
Visit a baptismal site
BET SHE’AN
See the Roman amphitheater
EIN KAREMVisit the Church of St. John the Baptist and the Church of Visitation
BETHLEHEMVisit the Church of the Nativity
JERUSALEMVisit the Garden Tomb; panoramic view from the Mount of Olives; guided walking tour, visit the Garden of Gethsemane, follow the Way of the Cross along the Via Dolorosa; visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the Western Wall, and walk through the Jewish Quarter to Mount Zion; visit the Upper Room, the tomb of King David, and the house of Caiaphas; farewell dinner
MASADA Ride a cable car and visit the cliff-top fortress
DEAD SEA Visit one of the resorts
2020 Tour itinerary
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Total meals included:
- 13 breakfasts, 12 dinners
ARRIVE IN TEL AVIV, ISRAEL.
Day1
Welcome to Tel Aviv. Enjoy this evening’s welcome dinner, hosted by your Tour Director, who will introduce you to your upcoming spiritual journey.
Meals included:
- Dinner
TEL AVIV–JAFFA–CAESAREA–MEGIDDO–MUHRAQA–SEA OF GALILEE
Day2
Your tour of the Holy Land begins in Jaffa with a walk through the beautifully restored ANCIENT PORT, where medieval pilgrims started their strenuous 2-day trek to Jerusalem. Next is Caesarea, the perfect place to learn about the Roman and Crusader presence in the country. Visit the archaeological site with the ROMAN AMPHITHEATER and the impressive medieval CRUSADER FORTRESS, and admire Herod’s Stadium and harbor. In the afternoon, travel to the ancient fortified city of MEGIDDO—one of the world’s most important biblical sites. According to the New Testament, the Battle of Armageddon (another name for Megiddo) will be the final struggle between good and evil, prompting the return of Jesus to defeat the Antichrist and cast Satan into the abyss. Continue north, to Mount Carmel, considered the most holy of all mountains in ancient times. At Muhraqa, site of Elijah’s contest of faith with the priests of Baal, enjoy a sweeping panoramic view of the fertile Jezreel Valley, where Gideon led the Israelites to victory against the Midianites. Arrive at your hotel in Tiberias on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee.
Today’s Distance: 99 mi / 160 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
SEA OF GALILEE. EXCURSION TO CANA & NAZARETH
Day3
Visit CANA, site of Jesus’ wedding miracle of turning water into wine. Even now, many couples renew their wedding vows at this sacred place. On to Nazareth, Virgin Mary’s home village, and where Jesus spent part of his childhood. Visit the CHURCH OF THE ANNUNCIATION; ST. JOSEPH’S CHURCH, built over Joseph’s carpentry workshop; and pass by Mary’s Well and the Church of the Angel Gabriel, where the angel appeared to Mary to announce she would give birth to Jesus. Later enjoy a CRUISE on the Sea of Galilee and see an ancient fishing boat, said to be from the time of Christ.
Today’s Distance: 39 mi / 62 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
SEA OF GALILEE–MOUNT OF BEATITUDES–TABGHA–CAPERNAUM–MAGDALA–JORDAN RIVER–BET SHE’AN–JERUSALEM
Day4
Much of Jesus’ ministry occurred on the shores surrounding the Sea of Galilee. It is where he recruited four of his apostles, walked on water, calmed the storm, and fed the multitude. Visit the MOUNT OF BEATITUDES, where Jesus delivered his Sermon on the Mount. Next, visit the CHURCH OF THE MULTIPLICATION OF LOAVES AND FISHES at Tabgha, as well as the CHURCH OF ST. PETER’S PRIMACY, where Jesus instructed Peter “to feed my lambs and tend my sheep.” Warm springs once flowed into the sea here, attracting fish, which is why Peter came here to earn a living. On to CAPERNAUM, where Jesus recruited his first followers among the fishermen. Continue to MAGDALA, a city dating back to the first century and where Jesus taught in the synagogue. Via the ruins of Kursi, which memorialize two of Jesus’ miracles, arrive at the Jordan River and visit a BAPTISMAL SITE. Then, pass through the ancient city of Bet She’an, one of the cities of the Decapolis with its well-preserved Roman amphitheater. The city is located at the foot of Mount Gilboa, where King Saul and his son died by their own hands in battle with the Philistines. On the way to Jerusalem, stop for a breathtaking panoramic view of the Holy City, considered one of the oldest places in the world, with a history dating back as far as 4000 BC.
Today’s Distance: 134 mi / 216 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
JERUSALEM. EXCURSION TO EIN KAREM, BETHLEHEM & THE GARDEN TOMB
Day5
This morning, drive to Ein Karem and visit the CHURCH OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST and the CHURCH OF VISITATION, said to be built over the home of John the Baptist’s parents. Enjoy a beautiful view of the valley and surrounding wooded hills. Continue to Bethlehem and see Shepherd’s Field, where the angels announced the birth of Jesus. Next, visit the CHURCH OF THE NATIVITY on the site where Jesus was born. On the way back to Jerusalem, visit the GARDEN TOMB.
Today’s Distance: 34 mi / 55 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
JERUSALEM. EXCURSION TO THE OLD CITY
Day6
After a stunning view of the city from the revered MOUNT OF OLIVES, start your guided walking tour. Via the Chapel of Dominus Flevit, designed in the shape of a teardrop to symbolize the tears of Christ, arrive at the GARDEN OF GETHSEMANE, where Jesus prayed the night before his arrest. Nearby are the Cave of the Assumption of Mary, believed to be the Virgin Mary’s tomb; and the Cave of Betrayal, where Judas betrayed Jesus. Follow the VIA DOLOROSA with its nine Stations of the Cross, marking the path Jesus walked on the way to his crucifixion. At Golgotha, visit the CHURCH OF THE HOLY SEPULCHRE, erected on the site of the crucifixion and which houses the remaining five Stations of the Cross. Walk past the Temple Mount to see the Dome of the Rock, which is sacred to both the Jewish and Muslim people. On to the WESTERN WALL, the only remnant of the Second Temple, then stroll through the restored Jewish Quarter to MOUNT ZION and visit the UPPER ROOM, where Jesus and his disciples had the Last Supper; the TOMB OF KING DAVID; and the HOUSE OF CAIAPHAS, where Jesus was kept the night after his arrest and where Peter denied knowing him three times.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
JERUSALEM
Day7
Spend a full day at leisure, with time to attend a worship service at one of Jerusalem’s churches. Later, maybe join an optional excursion that includes a visit to the Israel Museum to see the Shrine of the Book and the Dead Sea Scrolls; the Holocaust Memorial at Yad Vashem; and the Inn of the Good Samaritan.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
JERUSALEM. EXCURSION TO MASADA & THE DEAD SEA.
Day8
Today, travel through the Judean wilderness to the Dead Sea, the planet’s lowest point on dry land. Enjoy the scenery as you follow the road between the salty water and majestic desert mountains. Catch glimpses of the Caves of Qumran, where the precious Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Ascend by CABLE CAR to the spectacular clifftop FORTRESS OF MASADA, and hear how 960 Jewish rebels made their last stand against Roman forces. Around lunchtime, reach your comfortable DEAD SEA RESORT for free time to experience the incredible buoyancy in the heavy saltwater. Return to Jerusalem, and join your traveling companions one last time at tonight’s farewell dinner to celebrate the blessings you experienced on your Holy Land adventure.
Today’s Distance: 99 mi / 160 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
JERUSALEM, ISRAEL–ALLENBY BRIDGE–JERASH, JORDAN–AMMAN.
Day9
A comfortable drive across the Allenby Bridge brings you to Jordan. Drive north to Jerash, the best-preserved Greco-Roman city in the Middle East, before arriving in Jordan’s capital, Amman.
Today’s Distance: 50 mi / 80 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
AMMAN–WADI RUM–PETRA
Day10
An exciting visit to Wadi Rum is on the program today. Wadi Rum is the largest wadi (ravine) in Jordan and made famous through the movie Lawrence of Arabia. Enjoy spectacular FOUR-WHEELING through the sand dunes and receive a keffiyeh, a local headscarf. Continue to the “Rose-Red City” of Petra, where you can relax at your hotel this evening or explore the ancient city.
Today’s Distance: 261 mi / 420 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
PETRA.
Day11
The entire day is dedicated to guided sightseeing in Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New7Wonders of the World®. Lost to the world for centuries, it is located in the biblical land of Moab. Enjoy an unforgettable experience as you walk down the SIQ, the narrow gorge made famous in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, and stand in awe in front of the iconic TREASURY. You’ll see spectacular temples and tombs created out of the rose-colored sandstone, and sip tea in a real BEDOUIN TENT.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
PETRA–KERAK–WADI MUJIB–DEAD SEA
Day12
This morning features Kerak with a visit to the CRUSADER CASTLE and Wadi Mujib, the “Jordanian Grand Canyon.” Continue to your hotel at the Dead Sea for your 2-night stay.
Today’s Distance: 149 mi / 240 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
DEAD SEA. EXCURSION TO MADABA, MOUNT NEBO & BETHANY BEYOND THE JORDAN
Day13
A fascinating day awaits! Stop in Madaba to visit ST. GEORGE’S CHURCH, which houses a precious 6th-century mosaic map of the Holy Land. Also, explore the MADABA ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM. Today’s major highlight is a visit to MOUNT NEBO, where Moses saw the Promised Land. Next is Bethany Beyond the Jordan, where Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist.
Today’s Distance: 50 mi / 81 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
DEAD SEA
Day14
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (The nearest airport is Amman.)
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Things to note
- Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.
- Departure April 06 Good Friday and Easter Sunday in Jerusalem.
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Dan Panorama Tel Aviv
Superior First-Class
The Dan Panorama Hotel offers easy access to everywhere you want to be. Cross the road fronting this Tel Aviv hotel and you're on the Mediterranean where great beaches and soft sands greet you. The Dan Panorama Hotel boasts an outstanding mix of facilities. It is directly linked to the Dan Panorama Convention Center - the city's largest, most comprehensive convention and exhibition center.
Location
Charles Clore Park, Tel Aviv, Israel
Hotel Facilities
- Spa Services
- Laundry Available
- Elevator
- Parking/Valet
- Free WiFi
- Business Center
- Pool
- Currency Exchange
- Restaurant On-Site
- Concierge desk
- Bar/Lounge
- Beauty Salon
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite
- Hair Dryer
- Voicemail
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- In-Room Safe
- Mini-bar
- Pay Movies
- Television
- Phone
- Coffee Maker
- Desk
- Daily Housekeeping
- Wake-Up Calls
- Complimentary Newspaper
Leonardo Plaza Hotel, Tiberias
Superior First-Class
The Leonardo Plaza Hotel welcomes you in a fantastic location right in the heart of Tiberias, overlooking the famous Sea of Genezareth. The hotel is facing the beautiful promenade which is situated next to the breathtaking shores of the Sea of Genezareth.
Location
Habanim Street 1, Tiberias, Israel
Hotel Facilities
- Pool
- Luggage Storage
- Parking/Valet
- Fitness Room
- Bar/Lounge
- Business Center
- Concierge desk
- Laundry Available
- Beauty Salon
- Spa Services
- Elevator
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Television
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Voicemail
- Phone
- Wake-Up Calls
- Cable/Satellite
- In-Room Safe
- Desk
- Hair Dryer
- Window Opens
- Climate Control
Leonardo Plaza Jerusalem
Superior First-Class
This 269-room hotel is located in one of the most picturesque neighbourhoods in Jerusalem, close to both the old and new city with Free Wi-Fi access throughout. Delicious Italian cuisine can be enjoyed in the hotel's restaurant and there is a seasonal outdoor swimming pool which offers a breathtaking view of Jerusalem as well as a luxury spa with Jacuzzi, sauna and fitness room.
Location
47 King George Street, Jerusalem, Israel
Hotel Facilities
- Spa Services
- Laundry Available
- Concierge desk
- Free WiFi
- Fitness Room
- Restaurant On-Site
- Hot Tub
- Currency Exchange
- Gift Shop
- Business Center
- Elevator
- Bar/Lounge
- Pool
- Beauty Salon
- Luggage Storage
Room Facilities
- Wake-Up Calls
- Hair Dryer
- Phone
- Room Service
- Climate Control
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Television
- In-Room Safe
- Window Opens
- Internet Access
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- Cable/Satellite
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Mini-bar
- Air Conditioning
- Desk
Moevenpick
Superior First-Class
The Moevenpick hotel is currently under construction. Please check back for more information about the hotel's location and amenities. Updates will be made as information is received.
Location
, Amman, JordanKempinski Hotel
Superior First-Class
Kempinski Hotel Amman embraces luxurious 278 rooms; delicately refined to liberate your senses. The breathtaking view from all rooms, the contemporary design and features add a magical touch to your visit and a sense of relaxation.
Location
Abdul Hamid Shouman St. Shmeisani - P.O.Box 941045 -, Amman, Jordan
Hotel Facilities
- Hot Tub
- Fitness Room
- Spa Services
- Business Center
- Luggage Storage
- Bar/Lounge
- Pool
- Elevator
- Parking/Valet
- Currency Exchange
- Concierge desk
- Laundry Available
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant On-Site
Room Facilities
- Hair Dryer
- Television
- Voicemail
- Non-smoking Rooms
- In-Room Safe
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Room Service
- Air Conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Coffee Maker
- Smoking Rooms
- Desk
- Phone
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Cable/Satellite
- Internet Access
Movenpick Nabatean Castle
First-Class
Relax in the unique 110 sqm heated indoor pool located on the hotel's garden level. Surrounded with windows opened during summer, enjoy the view onto the private terrace.
Location
Taibah Street, Petra, Jordan
Hotel Facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- Ice Machine
- Elevator
- Currency Exchange
- Free WiFi
- Pool
- Luggage Storage
- Business Center
- Concierge desk
- Fitness Room
- Restaurant On-Site
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Coffee Maker
- Television
- Window Opens
- Cable/Satellite
- Phone
- Room Service
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Hair Dryer
- Desk
- Mini-bar
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Smoking Rooms
- Voicemail
Moevenpick Dead Sea
Superior First-Class
Seaside resort that offers therapeutic benefits from the salt water and elaborate marble lobby with grand chandeliers.
Location
Sweimeh, Dead Sea Road P.O. Box 815538, Amman-Dead Sea, Jordan
Hotel Facilities
- Restaurant On-Site
- ATM
- Pool
- Currency Exchange
- Bar/Lounge
- Business Center
- Spa Services
- Luggage Storage
- Elevator
- Concierge desk
- Laundry Available
- Hot Tub
- Fitness Room
- Gift Shop
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Coffee Maker
- Desk
- Hair Dryer
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Internet Access
- Mini-bar
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Window Opens
- Phone
- In-Room Safe
- Climate Control
- Smoking Rooms
- Television
- Room Service
- Cable/Satellite
- Voicemail
