Day 1 – Monday, February 1, 2027

Departure from the USA to Israel

Your journey to the Land of the Bible begins as you set out for the Holy Land.

 

Day 2 – Tuesday, February 2, 2027 (a.m. arrival)

Welcome to Israel! As the Mediterranean coastline appears from both sides of the plane, you’ll be greeted by a tour representative to assist with immigration and customs.Transfer by deluxe coach to your hotel in or near Tel Aviv.

Dinner and overnight stay: Seasons Hotel or similar 

 

Day 3 – Wednesday, February 3, 2027

After a refreshing Israeli breakfast, travel north along the coast to Caesarea, where Paul stood before King Agrippa and Cornelius became the first Gentile believer. Continue to Mount Carmel, where Elijah called down fire from heaven, a defining moment of faith and divine power. Next, visit Nazareth Village, a living recreation of first-century Galilean life—complete with villagers in traditional dress, craftsmen at work, and shepherds tending their flocks. If time allows, stop at the Hill of the Precipice, the cliff where Jesus was nearly cast down (Luke 4:29–30), with panoramic views of the Jezreel Valley. Then on to Megiddo, ancient site of Armageddon and one of Solomon’s great chariot cities. End the day overlooking the Sea of Galilee, where Jesus spent much of His earthly ministry.

Dinner and overnight stay: Prima Galil or Emily Hotel or simila

 

Day 4 – Thursday, February 4, 2027

Enjoy a peaceful boat ride on the Sea of Galilee with a special time of worship. Visit Capernaum, the town of Jesus, where you’ll see Peter’s home and the ancient synagogue where He taught. Continue to Tabgha, site of the miracle of the loaves and fishes, and the Mount of Beatitudes, where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount. Lunch by the lake includes a taste of St. Peter’s fish. Conclude the day at the Jordan River Baptismal Site, where participants may choose to be baptized.

Dinner and overnight stay: Prima Galil or Emily Hotel or similar

 

Day 5 – Friday, February 5, 2027

Journey south through the Jordan Valley to Beit Shean, one of Israel’s best-preserved Roman cities and the site where King Saul’s body was displayed. Continue to visit Jericho, the world’s oldest city, then as time permits on to view Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered, and Ein Gedi, David’s desert refuge. (If time permits: Ascend Masada, the mountaintop fortress symbolizing Jewish courage against Rome.) Then descend to the Dead Sea to experience the buoyant waters at the lowest point on earth. End the day with a dramatic ascent into Jerusalem, pausing for a breathtaking view of the Temple Mount. Welcome home!

Dinner and overnight stay: Prima Vera or Ceasar Jerusalem or similar

 

Day 6 – Saturday, February 6, 2027

Begin at the Mount of Olives for an unforgettable view of Jerusalem. Visit the Garden of

Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations, then continue to Mount Zion to see the Upper Room, Tomb of King David, and House of Caiaphas. If time allows, visit the Knesset, Shrine of the Book (home of the Dead Sea Scrolls), and the Jerusalem Model, a detailed reconstruction of the city as it was in the time of Jesus.

Dinner and overnight stay: Prima Vera or Ceasar Jerusalem or similar

 

Day 7 – Sunday, February 7, 2027

Explore the Old City of Jerusalem. Visit the Temple Institute, where preparations are underway for the Third Temple, then walk through the Jewish Quarter to see Nehemiah’s Wall and the Western Wall Tunnels, tracing the ancient foundation stones of the Second Temple. Travel to the ancient city of Bethlehem with visiting the Church of the Nativity, and Shepherd’s Fields. 

Dinner and overnight stay: Prima Vera or Ceasar Jerusalem or similar

 

Day 8 – Monday, February 8, 2027

Return to the Old City through the Dung Gate to visit the Western Wall and ascend the Temple Mount (if open), site of the Dome of the Rock. Walk through the colorful bazaars to the Church of St. Anne, Pool of Bethesda, Lithostrotos, and Pilate’s Judgment Hall. (Temple Mount access may vary due to Islamic restrictions.)

Dinner and overnight stay: Prima Vera or Ceasar Jerusalem or similar

 

Day 9 – Tuesday, February 9, 2027

Conclude your journey at the Garden Tomb and Gordon’s Calvary, the traditional site of Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection. A Communion service will be held overlooking the empty tomb. Celebrate your final evening with a farewell dinner overlooking the Mediterranean in Jaffa or Abu Ghosh before transferring to the airport for your late-night flight.

Airport check-in: TBD.

 

Day 10 – Wednesday, February 10, 2027

Depart Tel Aviv for the USA/Arrive back in USA.