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Starting from $3,898

What’s Included

All Inclusive Pricing
Breakfast and Dinner Daily
Deluxe A/C Motor Coaches
Domestic Airfare
Entrance and Program Fees
First Class Hotels
Fuel Surcharges and Gov't Taxes
Guided Tours
Hotel Gratuities
International Airfare from NY
Live Audio Headsets
International Airfare
One Fish Dinner in Galilee
Administrative Fees
Tips for Guide and Driver

^ Additional Baggage & Optional fees may apply. ^ Additional Baggage & Optional fees may apply.

Join Rev. Mark & Lori Welch and Michelle Mills on a Best of Israel tour, starting at $3,898* GROUND ONLY, $4,798* from New York or $5,198* From San Fransisco May 5, 2024. You will sail across the Sea of Galilee, see Capernaum, the Mount of Beatitudes, the Church of the Loaves and Fish at Tabgha, the Chapel of the Primacy, Magdala, the Jordan River, Nazareth, Mount Carmel, Tel Megiddo, Caesarea, Jordan River, Gideon’s Spring (Maayan Harod), Bet She’an, and much more!

Ground Only price does not include airfare.

Daily Itinerary

Day 5 May 18 – Jordan River, Gideon’s Spring (Maayan Harod), Bet She’an & Camel Ride Experience

Start the day at a traditional baptism site in the Jordan... Read More

Day 6 May 19 – Bethlehem & Jerusalem

In Bethlehem, visit the cave revered as Jesus’ birthplace... Read More

Day 7 May 20 – Jerusalem & the Old City

Begin your day with a group picture taken from the Mount of... Read More

Day 8 May 21 – Leisure Day (Qumran/Ein Gedi/Dead Sea Option)

Today, you have free time to explore on your own, or you may... Read More

Day 9 May 22 – Jerusalem

Explore ancient Jerusalem at the Teaching Steps, and then... Read More

Day 10 May 23 – Tel Aviv & Jaffa

After touring the ancient tel of Jaffa, enjoy strolling the... Read More

Day 11 May 24 – Arrive in the USA or stay to Enjoy and Extension

Arrive in the USA or stay to Enjoy and Extension Read More

Day 1 - May 14 – Depart the USA

Your pilgrimage begins as you depart the USA on an overnight flight.

Day 2 - May 15 – Arrive in Israel

You will be welcomed at the Tel Aviv airport by our representative and transferred to your hotel to enjoy dinner, where you will meet your hosts, who are coming in from the Dubai pre-tour before retiring for the night.

Day 3 - May 16 – The Galilee

Worship as you sail across the Sea of Galilee. Visit Capernaum, the center of Jesus’ ministry in Galilee, and visit the synagogue built on the site where Jesus taught (Matthew 4:13, 23). On the Mount of Beatitudes, contemplate the “Sermon on the Mount” (Matthew 5-7). Enjoy an included fish lunch at a local Galilean restaurant. Explore the Church of the Loaves and Fish at Tabgha, the traditional site of the feeding of the 5,000 (Luke 9:10-17). See the Chapel of the Primacy, where Peter professed his devotion three times to the risen Christ (John 21). In Magdala, once home to Mary Magdalene, visit a recently discovered first-century synagogue. Recall Jesus’ baptism by John the Baptist at the Jordan River.

Day 4 - May 17 – Nazareth, Mount Carmel, Tel Megiddo & Caesarea

Visit Nazareth Village, a modern-day reenactment of Jesus’ boyhood home (Matthew 2:23) built atop a first-century excavation. Look out over the valley of Jezreel from Mount Carmel as you recall the story of Elijah defeating the prophets of Baal, then descend to Tel Megiddo (Armageddon) to view one of the most important archaeological sites in Israel. Today’s last stop is Caesarea, a center of the early Christians where an angel visited Cornelius, the first Gentile believer (Acts 10), and where Paul was imprisoned for two years before appealing to Caesar.

Day 5 - May 18 – Jordan River, Gideon’s Spring (Maayan Harod), Bet She’an & Camel Ride Experience

Start the day at a traditional baptism site in the Jordan River at Yardenit (Mouth of the Southern Jordan River). Then, continue on to Gideon’s Spring at Ma’ayan Harod along with Bet She’an, a city continuously inhabited for over 5,000 years. The uncovered ruins date back to the Greek / Roman city that was part of the Decapolis of Jesus’ day. See colonnaded streets with marble sidewalks, Roman public baths, and a theater. We will then be treated to camel rides before ascending to Jerusalem for dinner.

Day 6 - May 19 – Bethlehem & Jerusalem

In Bethlehem, visit the cave revered as Jesus’ birthplace and see the Church of the Nativity constructed over the site (Matthew 1:18-25). Gaze out over Shepherds’ Field before returning to Jerusalem. Explore the poignant exhibits of Yad Vashem, Israel’s Holocaust Memorial.

Day 7 - May 20 – Jerusalem & the Old City

Begin your day with a group picture taken from the Mount of Olives, where Jesus ascended into heaven (Acts 1:9-12). Walk the Palm Sunday Road and pray in the Garden of Gethsemane and envision the scenes of the night before Jesus’ crucifixion (Matthew 26:36- 44). Continue to Mount Zion to visit the House of the High Priest Caiaphas, where Jesus was questioned on the night of His betrayal (Matthew 26:57). Meditate on the events of the Last Supper as you visit the traditional location of the Upper Room (Mark 14:12-26). After lunch, wander through the excavations of the City of David. Explore Hezekiah’s Tunnel, an amazing engineering feat that was dug from either end and met in the middle (Note: Those who are claustrophobic may want to meet the group at the other end of the tunnel). Visit the Pool of Siloam, recently uncovered at the foot of the city. In the late afternoon, become an archaeologist for the day by sifting through debris from the Temple Mount excavations!

Day 8 - May 21 – Leisure Day (Qumran/Ein Gedi/Dead Sea Option)

Today, you have free time to explore on your own, or you may choose to visit the Dead Sea Region with the group. Visit Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered in 1947 (and enjoy some shopping in their incredible souvenir and jewelry shop). Continue onto Ein Gedi, where David and his men hid from King Saul. Ascend by cable car to Masada, Herod’s legendary mountaintop fortress, which became the last desperate stronghold of the Jewish Zealots against the Romans. You can still look down on the remains of the Roman camps and the siege ramp below. End your day with a dip in the salt and mineral-laden waters of the Dead Sea.

Day 9 - May 22 – Jerusalem

Explore ancient Jerusalem at the Teaching Steps, and then enjoy a visit to the Western Wall along with the Western Wall Tunnels. Enjoy some shopping time in the Old City’s Jewish and Christian Quarter Markets. View the Pool of Bethesda, where Jesus performed the Sabbath miracle (John 5:1-18). Sing a hymn in the Church of St. Anne and experience its rich acoustics. Visit Herod’s Antonia Fortress, where Jesus appeared before Pontius Pilate (Luke 23:1), and follow in Christ’s steps on the Via Dolorosa (“the Way of the Cross”). At the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, take time to reflect on His sacrificial love. Visit the Garden Tomb for a time of reflection and communion.

Day 10 - May 23 – Tel Aviv & Jaffa

After touring the ancient tel of Jaffa, enjoy strolling the cobblestone streets and shopping in the arts district. Then, enjoy your day in the modern city of Tel Aviv before returning to the hotel for dinner and an opportunity to freshen up before heading to the airport for your return flight. If you are continuing on to Egypt, you will spend the night, and in the morning, you will journey to the southern border of Eilat to cross the Sinai desert for your Nile River Cruise Expedition Extension.

Day 11 - May 24 – Arrive in the USA or stay to Enjoy and Extension

Arrive in the USA or stay to Enjoy and Extension

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Enhance Your Journey

Dubai Pre Tour - Starting from $2,398

May 10 - 15, 2024 | Starting at $2,398*

May 10 - Fly from San Francisco to Dubai
Fly from San Francisco to Dubai, the largest and most populous city in the UAE.

May 11 - Arrive in Dubai
Depending on your arrival time, you may have a chance to visit the Dubai Global Village, a cultural and entertainment destination that showcases products and performances from around the world. You will then transfer to your hotel and rest for the night. Dinner will be served at your hotel.

May 12 - Dubai City Tour
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a delicious brunch at your hotel, then take a boat taxi to Old Dubai, where you can explore the historic Al Fahidi district and the Gold Souk, a traditional market that sells gold and other precious items. Then, head to the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, which offers stunning views of the city. Next, visit the Dubai Mall, the largest shopping mall in the world, which also houses a spectacular aquarium included in your tour. In the evening, enjoy a Marina Dhow Dinner Cruise, where you can dine on a wooden boat while admiring the skyline. You may also have the chance to ride the Dubai Eye, a giant Ferris wheel (self-pay optional).

May 13 - Miracle Garden and Museum of the Future
Enjoy brunch at your hotel before visiting the Miracle Garden, a floral wonderland that features millions of flowers arranged in various shapes and patterns. Then, see the Dubai Frame, a massive picture frame that showcases the old and new sides of Dubai. For lunch, head to the Palm Jumeirah, an artificial island shaped like a palm tree that hosts luxury hotels and resorts. Stop by the new Museum of the Future, a futuristic building that displays innovative technologies and ideas. Afterward, transfer to Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE and a cultural hub. Dinner will be served at your hotel in Abu Dhabi.

May 14 - Qasr Al Watan and Sheikh Zayed Mosque
Have brunch at your hotel before exploring Qasr Al Watan, a presidential palace that offers an insight into the UAE’s governance and culture. You can also see the impressive library and the grand hall. Next, visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, one of the largest and most beautiful mosques in the world, which can accommodate up to 40,000 worshippers. In the afternoon, transfer to a private wildlife dune safari, where you can see Arabian oryxes, gazelles, and other animals in their natural habitat and enjoy a world-class safari-style dinner. You will also enjoy a luxury overnight desert stay at the Telal Resort, where you can relax in the oasis pools or enjoy a spa treatment.

May 15 - Arrive in Israel
After a delicious brunch, enjoy a late checkout from your desert resort and transfer to the airport for your departure flight to Israel. Dubai Pre-Tour

Guests taking an extension may be on a different flight than their group and/or traveling companion.

A minimum number of participants must be reached to operate extensions. Contact us for specifics.

*A 3.5% surcharge will be added to all credit card transactions.

No Surcharge for ACH/E-Check (Please call 1(800) 929-4684, option 2 to authorize E-Check payment). Taxes, tips & fees for extensions are included.

Nile Cruise Extension - Starting from $3,198

May 24 - June 2, 2024 | Starting at $3,198*

May 24 – Jerusalem to Egypt
Travel the Caravan Route from Jerusalem through the Sinai. Transfer to your hotel for overnight.

May 25 – St. Catherine’s Monastery
Visit Mount Sinai and St. Catherine’s Monastery. Stay in Sharm el Sheikh overnight.

May 26 – Free day in Sharm el Sheikh

May 27 – Luxor
Fly from Sharm el Sheikh to Luxor. See the Temple of Luxor, the Karnak Temple, and the Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tuthmosis III. Board your Nile cruise ship and enjoy dinner.

May 28 – Valleys of the Kings & Queens & Esna
Visit the Valley of the Kings, the Colossi of Memnon and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Sail to Esna and see the Temple of Khnum. Dinner & overnight on board.

May 29 – Edfu
Visit the Edfu Temple. Enjoy lunch on board as you sail to Kom Ombo to visit the Kom Ombo Temple nearby. Dinner & overnight on board.

May 30 – Aswan
See the Temples at Philae, including the Temple of Isis, The High Dam at Aswan, and the Unfinished Obelisk. After exploring Aswan, fly to Cairo to check into your hotel for dinner and overnight.

May 31 – Egyptian Museum, the Great Pyramids & the Sphinx
Depart Aswan by plane and head to Cairo. Visit the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities. Continue to the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx.

June 1 – Cairo
Tour the Old City, Citadel of Saladin. View the Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali and visit the Abu Serga Church. Enjoy some time to rest as your prepare for your return flight home.

June 2 – Return to the USA