Overview
Itinerary
Your tour begins in Tel Aviv, a bustling city brimming with culture and history, situated on the Israeli Mediterranean coastline.
Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a buffet dinner at your hotel. (D) Stay: Leonardo City Tower Hotel , Ramat Gan
Your full day of visits begins with a walking tour of the ancient port city of Caesarea, an important center for early Christians. Tread in the footsteps of Cornelius, the first Gentile convert to the new covenant (Acts 10) by St. Peter, and see where Paul was imprisoned before being taken to Rome for trial (Acts 23).
Visit Nazareth, Jesus' boyhood home (Matthew 2:23). Spend time at the place where Joseph's home and workshop were - Church of the Annunciation - as well as the site of the freshwater spring used by the Holy Family. Your day continues with a visit to Cana – Church of the First Miracle - the site of Our Lord's first miracle, where Jesus transformed water into wine (John 2:1-11).
Later this afternoon, sail the Sea of Galilee aboard a boat similar to what Jesus would have sailed. Arrive in Tiberias for a 2-night stay. (B/D) Stay: Leonardo Tiberias Hotel (2 Nights)
Step into another time at the Mount of Beatitudes, where Jesus preached the “Sermon on the Mount" (Matthew 5-7). Continue to nearby Tabgha to the Church of the Fish and the Loaves and pause for a moment of quiet prayer at the traditional location for the calling of the disciples and the feeding of the five thousand. Spend time in Capernaum, the center of Jesus' ministry in Galilee, where Jesus performed many miracles, such as expelling demons and curing the sick.
Visit the site where Jesus taught and reflect on his teaching and preaching of the gospel (Matthew 4:13, 23). Stand where Peter stood when he professed his devotion to the risen Christ (John 21) on 3 occasions. Take in the verdant scenery of the Golan Heights en route to Caesarea Philippi, where Jesus traveled with His disciples and near where Peter made his great confession to Jesus, “Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God” (Matthew 16:16). Stop at the River Jordan at the Yardenit Baptismal site where you may opt to renew your Baptismal vows. (B/D)
Visit Tel Megiddo (Armageddon), the site of the final battle before the coming of the Messiah. In Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus (Luke 2), enter the Church of the Nativity and pause for a moment of reflection close to the cave where Jesus was born. Stop at Shepherds' Field, where the angels appeared on that first Christmas night spreading good tidings of great joy for all the people.
Later, arrive in one of the holiest cities in the world: Jerusalem for a 4-night stay. (B/D) Stay: Dan Jerusalem Hotel (4 Nights)
Your time in Jerusalem begins with a visit to the Western Wall of the Temple, Judaism's holiest site. Traverse the Old City on foot to the Church of St. Anne and the nearby Pools of Bethesda and pause for a moment of devotion where Jesus healed the paralytic. View Lion's Gate where tradition holds that Stephen, the first Christian martyr, was stoned to death. Pass by the Ecce Homo Arch (Behold the Man), the site where Pontius Pilate presented Our Lord to the crowds. Travel the Way of the Cross – the Via Dolorosa – walked by Our Lord on the way to His crucifixion. (B/D)
Today you are free to explore the city on your own. Perhaps you'll choose to take an optional excursion to the Dead Sea. Explore the remains of Masada, the mountaintop fortress site of the resistance of the Zealots during the first Jewish-Roman War as well as Qumran, the site of the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls. Pause for lunch and perhaps even float on the salty waters of the Dead Sea before returning to Jerusalem. (B/D)
Your day begins with a visit to the Mount of Olives and the nearby Church of the Pater Noster – the site where, according to tradition, Christ taught the Lord's Prayer. Pause for a moment of devotion at the Church of All Nations, built over the rock on which Jesus is believed to have prayed in agony the night before He was crucified. Take a moment to reflect among the olive trees of the Garden of Gethsemane – the site of Christ's betrayal by Judas.
Travel to Mount Zion and stand in the Upper Room, near the traditional site of the Last Supper (Mark 14). “He is not here; he has risen!” (Luke 24:6). Your day concludes with a visit to the Garden Tomb, the possible site of the garden of Joseph of Arimathea and the resurrection of Jesus where you may opt to share Holy Communion with your group. Celebrate the end of spiritual journey during a farewell dinner at your hotel. (B/D)
Say goodbye to Israel as your tour comes to a close today. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Sail on the Sea of Galilee, aboard a boat similar to what Jesus would have sailed.
- Visit Capernaum, the center of Jesus' ministry in Galilee.
- Stop at Shepherds' Field, where the angels appeared Christmas night.
- Stand in the Upper Room near the traditional site of the Last Supper.
- Discover the ancient cities of Nazareth and Bethlehem.
- Travel to Tel Megiddo, site of the final battle before the coming of the Messiah.
- Expertly crafted itineraries
- 4-star+ accommodation
- Skilled and engaging tour managers
- Expert local guides with insider knowledge
- Attraction entrance fees
- Many meals full of local flavour
- Unparalleled sightseeing
- Enriching cultural experiences
- Comfortable on-tour transportation
- Hotel-to-hotel baggage handling
- Plus, access to Wi-Fi hotspots on tour
- This tour includes moderate physical activity. The itinerary blends some longer days with shorter days and more leisure time. Walking tours, as well as walking slightly longer distances, up stairs or on uneven walking surfaces should be expected.
- Private, chauffeur service is included for all air-inclusive tour bookings. This personalised service is included within a 40km radius from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Canberra, Darwin, Cairns and Hobart airport gateways. Service is available between 41-70 kms for a small fee.
- Airport transfers at your arrival and departure destination are not included in the price of the tour.
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
Trip Optionals These optional activities can be pre-booked & included in your trip price.
- Location: Pawtucket, RI. Cost: $146.
- You can now include pre-paid tipping into your guided tour purchase. You pay for your tipping up front, we handle the rest, and you can cross one more thing off your “To Do” list. No more running to an ATM at the last minute on tour, or carrying around cash you won’t spend. Transportation is not included Prepaid gratuities are only available to guests departing from Australia & New Zealand. This covers tips for the Tour Manager, driver(s), and local guides including optional tours. Airport transfer and extension gratuities are not included in this amount.
- Location: Tel Aviv. Cost: $35.
- The Jordan River runs through the land and history of the Bible, giving its waters a spiritual significance that sets it aside from other rivers. It is significant for Christians because John the Baptist baptized Jesus in the waters of the Jordan. During your visit to Yardenit Baptismal Site, you have the special opportunity to renew your baptismal vows during a solemn ceremony lead by your Spiritual Leader. Duration approximately 1 hour(s). Transportation is included. Option must be booked a minimum of 60 days prior to departure. If travelling in a group without a Pastor/Spiritual Leader, we cannot guarantee the ceremony, in which case you will be refunded for this option. Each participant receives a baptismal kit including a robe, towel and access to locker rooms and shared showers.
- Location: Tel Aviv. Cost: $112.
- Discover the treasures of Jerusalem by night, a beacon of three faiths. By bus, enjoy stunning views of the Old City walls, Temple Mount and Mount Zion. On foot, walk through Jaffa gate to the Old City (UNESCO), which combines ancient beauty with timeless allure, and visit the Citadel (also known as the Tower of David). The walls of the Citadel serve as a stage for a “Night Spectacular” show which is a celebration of sight and sound. Amidst the archaeological remains in the Citadel’s courtyard and set to the sound of original music, the story of Jerusalem unfolds through giant breathtaking, virtual reality images celebrating Jerusalem's spiritual and historical role across the centuries. Duration approximately 3 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 25 passenger(s) is required to operate this option. The Sound & Light show is an outdoor event. This option will operate weather permitting. Due to strict reservation requirements, this option is non-refundable unless cancelled due to weather conditions. Departure time is subject to change, according to seasonality. At times, the "Night Spectacular" show may be replaced by a similar show focused on King David. At times, the evening Sound & Light show may take place in the archeological site of the City of David.
- Location: Tel Aviv. Cost: $140.
- Enjoy a private full day excursion to some of the most historic regions in Israel. Depart Jerusalem and travel to Qumran for a view of the caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Next, take a cable car ride to the top of Masada (UNESCO), where a small group of Jewish zealots stood up to the attack of the Roman legion and emerged victorious even in defeat. Tour the remnants of the palace fortress, complete with Roman-style bathhouses built by King Herod, as well as storehouses, ritual baths and synagogues built by the Jews. Stand on the summit plateau for stunning views of the Dead Sea and the surrounding Judean Desert. Pause for a buffet lunch at a restaurant. Enjoy an opportunity to experience the Dead Sea’s natural buoyancy (due to its high salt concentration) and indulge in its beauty and health benefits. On your return to Jerusalem, stop at the oldest city on earth, Jericho, for a distant view of the Mount of Temptations. Duration approximately 9 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 15 passenger(s) is required to operate this option. Passports are required to enter Jericho and should be brought with you. The option includes time to float on the Dead Sea and access to shower facilities.
- Location: Tel Aviv. Cost: $21.
- “He is not here; he has risen!” (Luke 24:6). Set within a peaceful and contemplative garden, find an ancient Jewish tomb that many believe is the site of the burial and resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth. During your visit to the Garden Tomb, you have the special opportunity to share Holy Communion, blessed by your Spiritual Leader. Duration approximately 1 hour(s). Transportation is included. Option must be booked minimum 45 days prior to departure. If travelling in a group without a Pastor/Spiritual Leader, we cannot guarantee the Holy Communion, in which case you will be refunded for this option.
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Collette Worldwide (2024-25)
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