Depart USA for Tel Aviv.

Welcome to Israel! You will be met at the Tel Aviv airport and transferred to your hotel in Netanya for dinner and overnight. (D)

This morning, embark on a journey to the Mediterranean coast at Caesarea Maritima, the site where Paul was presented for trial before Festus and King Agrippa before his voyage to Rome. Explore the vast ruins, which feature the ancient theater and aqueduct. Proceed to Megiddo, known as the biblical Armageddon, where twenty distinct cities are layered upon one another. Ascend to the summit of Mt. Carmel, the location of Elijah's encounter with the prophets of Baal. Stroll through the Crusader fortress of Akko. Enjoy dinner and spend the night in Haifa. (B,D)

Explore Nazareth, the childhood home of Jesus, and visit the Mount of Precipice. Experience the past at Nazareth Village, which showcases the life and times of Jesus. Then, head to Magdala, the hometown of Mary Magdalene. Finally, arrive in Tiberias to check into your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay. (B,D)

Today's boat trip on the Sea of Galilee will give you insight into the significance of this lake in Jesus' ministry. You will see the remains of a 2,000-year-old boat found and preserved at Kibbutz Nof Ginosar, which is similar to the vessels used by Jesus and his disciples. In Capernaum, you can explore the ruins of a synagogue built on the site where Jesus taught. You will also visit the excavations believed to be the location of Peter's house. At the serene Mount of Beatitudes, which overlooks the Sea of Galilee, take a moment to reflect on the teachings from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. After enjoying a fish lunch, Visit Sussita is an ancient city located in modern-day Israel, known for its archaeological significance. Return to our hotel in Tiberias for dinner and an overnight stay. (B,L,D)

Say goodbye to the Galilee as you head south through the Jordan River Valley. Your first destination will be the baptism site of Qsar el Yahud a significant location for many Biblical events, including the Lord's baptism, the Israelites' entry into the promised land, and Elisha receiving a double portion of Elijah's spirit before Elijah ascended to heaven. You'll also get a view of Jericho, known as the city of palms and the first city to fall during Israel's conquest of their promised land. Next, visit Ein Gedi, the hideout where David and his men sought refuge from King Saul before David became king. Enjoy dinner and spend the night at a hotel by the Dead Sea. (B,D)

Experience the fascinating site of Masada, a stunning mountaintop fortress constructed by Herod, which later served as the last stronghold for the Jewish resistance against the Romans in 73 AD. Take a cable car ride to the summit to explore the fortress and gaze down at the remnants of the Roman camps and siege ramp below. We will also visit Qumran, the location where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Afterward, we will head up to Jerusalem, the capital of Israel, where you can take some time to explore the city before checking into your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay. (B,D)

Stand on the Mount of Olives, the site where Jesus ascended to Heaven forty days after His resurrection, and take in the stunning views of Jerusalem. Stroll down the Palm Sunday Road to the Garden of Gethsemane, where you can pray among the olive trees. Enjoy lunch in the old city (on own), then head to the southern part of the city to visit Mt. Zion and the Upper Room, which some believe to be King David's tomb and the location of the Last Supper and the Holy Spirit's baptism on Pentecost. Walk along the Via Dolorosa, known as "the Way of the Cross," and conclude your day with dinner. (B,D)

Stroll through the Jewish Quarter of the Old City, where you can explore modern shops nestled within ancient archways. We can walk along the Southern Steps, which are over 2,000 years old, leading to the southern entrance of the Temple platform compound. At the base of these steps, you'll find several ancient Mikvahs. Take a moment to view the Temple Mount, the historic site of Solomon's Temple. Next, visit the Western Wall to pray for peace in Jerusalem. Discover the 3,000-year-old remnants of the City of David on the southern slope of Jerusalem, which leads to Hezekiah's Tunnel. This tunnel, constructed by King Hezekiah to supply water during sieges, still carries water from the Spring of Gihon today. Remarkably, Hezekiah's Tunnel was an engineering marvel, dug from both ends until they met in the middle! (Note: Those who are claustrophobic may prefer to join the group at the tunnel's exit.) In this vicinity, you can also find the Pool of Siloam, known for the healing of the man born blind as mentioned in John 9. Enjoy dinner and spend the night in Jerusalem. (B,D)

Explore the Herodion, the stronghold and burial site of Herod the Great. Then, head to Bethlehem and visit a viewpoint near Shepherd's Field, where angels announced the Good News. Also, see the cave that resembles those used for sheep, which is believed to be the birthplace of Jesus, located in the Church of the Nativity. Enjoy lunch in Bethlehem before proceeding to contemporary Jerusalem to visit Yad Vashem, Israel’s Holocaust Memorial, featuring moving exhibits that pay tribute to the millions who perished during the Holocaust. Conclude your day with communion at the Garden Tomb.  (B,L,D)

Come back with a renewed faith and unforgettable memories, or choose to extend your journey with a Post extension tour.