9

Days
Israel

8 Nights ~ 9 Days in Israel [A1-USA] [A/P]

Arriving to Tel Aviv, the group moves to Galilee for the first 3 nights, touring all major Biblical sites in Galilee and the surrounding areas. Moving south via the Jordan Valley the tour will spend the next 2 nights at Jericho visiting Biblical sites in and around the Salt Valley with a visit to the Dead Sea. On to Jerusalem for the final section of the tour in Israel, visiting numerous Holy sites and shrines in Jerusalem, Bethlehem parts of Samaria and Judah.

Arrival Port

Tel Aviv

Departure Port

Tel Aviv
Countries Covered
Israel

8Nights & 9 Days ~ Israel premium pilgrimage

Tour Overview

Pilgrimage | Anglican/Protestant congregations

  • This tour, named as "The Biblical experience in Israel" starts in the Galilee, then travels south to Dead Sea and culminates in Jerusalem.
  • In the Galilee area the tour covers Megiddo, Carmel hills, Nazareth, Cana, Mt Tabor and Churches around the Sea of the Galilee. [3 nights]
  • From the Galilee the tour moves to the Jordan valley traveling down to Ein Bokek at the southern shores of Dead Sea. [2 nights]
  • Bit Shean, Baptism site, Jericho, Qumran Caves, Ein Gedi, Masada & Dead Sea are the major sites visited in this section of the tour.
  • From the Salt Valley the tour moves up the Judean hills to reach Jerusalem [3 nights].
  • The final leg of the tour is the most intensive experience for the believer; It covers Judea, parts of Samaria and all of Jerusalem.
  • In this section, the tour visits Beit El, Tel Shiloh, All of Jerusalem, City of David, Garden Tomb, Bethlehem & Jaffa.
  • High Value Tours included:  Nazareth Village, Magdala, Tel Shiloh, City of David, Masada, Western Wall Tunnels

A fascinating journey though biblical Israel

Day wise program structure. (Transfers less than 20 minutes are not mentioned)

  • Transfer to the Carmel Hills (1 hour).
  • Visit the Carmelite sanctuary of  Muhrakha - the Site of Elijah's battle with the prophets of Ba’al.  View the spectacular Jezreel valley from the Monastery.
  • Transfer to Megiddo National Park (30 minutes) - site of the prophecy of Armageddon.
  • Transfer to Nazareth (35 mins).
  • Tour of  Nazareth Village - replica of a first century Nazarene village.
  • Visit Basilica of Annunciation,  Joseph’s workshop &  Jesus’ synagogue.
  • Buffet lunch at Nazareth.
  • Transfer to the village of Cana (20 minutes).
  • Visit the Church of the wedding miracle.
  • Transfer to the hotel in Galilee (30 minutes).
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Galilee
Meals 🍛
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
  • Tour of the Galilee Churches:
  • Mt of Beatitudes, the site of Jesus’s sermon on the mount.
  • Proceed to visit Capernaum (Kfar Nahum) the city of Jesus and the site of Jesus’s ministry.  The place of origin of healing and deliverance, the secrets of which were taught by Jesus.
  • Visit Tabga, the site of the Jesus's miracle of the multiplication of bread loaves and fish to feed 5000 people.
  • Short visit to Peter’s house (Primacy of Peter).
  • St Peter's fish lunch at the shores of the Sea of the Galilee.
  • Tour of Magdala - Recently excavated archeological site of the first century city of Mary Magdalene.
  • Visit the exquisite Boat Chapel complex, a marvel of modern architecture.
  • Slow, short boat ride in the Galilee on a replica of ancient Galilean boats.
  • Transfer to Hotel.
Accomodation 🏨
Galilee
Meals 🍛
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
  • Transfer to the sanctuary of Tabor (30 minutes).
  • Ride up the Tabor hill in a mini van to visit the magnificent Basilica of Transfiguration.
  • Transfer to Beit Shean National Park (40 minutes).
  • En-route Beit Shean view Mt Gilboa and pass by Gideon springs.
  • Beit Shean - the site of the martyrdom of Saul and his sons.
  • Traverse the Jordan valley southwards to arrive to Qasr Al Yahud(1 hour, 15 minutes).
  • Qasr Al Yahud is the baptism site at Jordan river.  It is widely believed that Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist at this site on the eastern bank.
  • Lunch at Jericho, the lowest city on earth.
  • Jericho is also considered to be the oldest city of human civilization - visit the sycamore tree & Zacheus house.
  • Ascend Mt Temptation [2 way cable car].
  • Transfer to Hotel.
Accomodation 🏨
Jericho
Meals 🍛
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
  • Transfer to Ein Bokek (1 hour).  Visit Masada National Park [2 way cable car].   Masada tells the incredible story of  the Jewish resistance to and martyrdom at the hands of the Roman legions.
  • Transfer to Ein Gedi National Park (25 minutes) –  Site of David’s Hideaway from Saul.
  • Transfer to Qumran (30 minutes).   Tour Qumran Caves - The site of the discovery of the Dead Sea scrolls.
  • Lunch.
  • Dead Sea, soak in the mineral rich waters and experience the Dead sea  float.
  • Transfer to the hotel in Jericho.
Accomodation 🏨
Jericho
Meals 🍛
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
  • Via Samaria forenoon.   Transfer to Tel Shiloh. (45 minutes)
  • Detailed tour of Ancient Shiloh - site of Joshua's Tabernacles, which is believed to have stood here for 369 years.
  • Transfer to Beit El (35 minutes).  Site of Jacob's dream of the ladder.
  • Transfer to Jerusalem. (45 Minutes)
  • Lunch.
  • Mt Zion- Upper room & David’s Tomb.
  • St Peter  Gallicantu site of Peters denial of Jesus.
  • Detailed tour of City of David covering Hezikiel Tunnels & Siloam Pools.
  • Tour of the Davidson Center - Southern Steps &  Southern Wall.  Walk the Ophel Path,  view the “Mikveh” Jewish ritual purification bath-pools.
Accomodation 🏨
Jerusalem
Meals 🍛
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
  • Tour of Garden Tomb, widely accepted as the site of Jesus's crucifixion and resurrection.
  • Communion at the Garden Tomb.
  • Tour of Mt Olives.  View the iconic Dome of the Rock from Mt Olives.
  • Tour the sanctuary of Pater Noster where The Lord's Prayer is embedded in the walls in numerous languages.
  • Palm Sunday Road - view from below only, the steep decent being perilous.
  • Visit the Basilica at Gethsemane - Church of All Nations and the ancient Olive Garden.
  • Transfer to Bethlehem (30 minutes).
  • Traditional local lunch.
  • Shepherds’ field.
  • Basilica of Nativity & Manger Square.
  • Transfer to the hotel in Jerusalem (30 minutes).
Accomodation 🏨
Jerusalem
Meals 🍛
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
  • Dome of The Rock.
  • Western Wall complex.
  • Western wall Tunnels - proximity tour to the Holy of Holies.
  • Old City of Jerusalem. Via Dolorosa, Calvary, Holy Sepulcher (No entry to the tomb).
  • Transfer to Jaffa (1 hour).
  • Farewell lunch at Jaffa. (Typical Mediterranean salads  & seafood grill)
  • St Peters Church, the site of the healing of Tabitha.
  • Short tour of Jaffa.
  • Transfer to the hotel in Jerusalem. (1 hour)
Accomodation 🏨
Jerusalem
Meals 🍛
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
  • Relaxed forenoon.
  • Transfer to the airport (30 minutes).
Accomodation 🏨
Meals 🍛
Breakfast

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High value tours, activities & attractions

Tour Highlights

  • The Western Wall Tunnel

    "The excavation took over 20 years under very difficult conditions while archeological finds that can only be described as ‘awesome’ were uncovered. The Western Wall Heritage Foundation was assigned the task of continuing this project and bringing it to the world. With painstaking care, taking various religious, tourist, archeological, security and other considerations into account, and with Halachic (religious law) and scientific oversight, the Foundation continued with the excavation project, centimeter by centimeter, in order to uncover Jerusalem in all its former glory. Beautiful ornaments were found – archeological finds that were hugely important in understanding the city’s history. And a “time tunnel” was created taking us back into Jerusalem’s glory days."
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  • Nazareth Village

    "Set on the outskirts of old Nazareth, the Nazareth Village is built on ancient agricultural land that boasts the area’s last remaining first-century wine press. The original farm has been restored with its ancient wine press, terraces, irrigation system and stone quarry, and exact replicas of first-century houses, a synagogue, a watchtower, mikveh and olive presses have been carefully constructed using the original building methods and materials."
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  • City of David

    "In this guided tour, you will walk in the footsteps of the kings and prophets, through underground passageways and in the waters of the Siloam tunnel (Hezekiah’s tunnel) by flashlight. Join a magical and mysterious journey among ancient shafts, walls and fortifications of the City of David – the place where it all began. As part of the tour, you will visit the spring presentation – where you can feel the story of the Shiloach tunnel in an exciting 3D display that will draw you into the past, just before entering the water system. For those walking in the wet route – bring suitable shoes for walking in water and a change of clothes."
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  • Mt Temptation by Cable Car

    "Welcome to the Jericho Cable Car, an extraordinary attraction that promises an unforgettable experience! Soar above the ancient Jericho to the Mount of Temptation and take in breathtaking views of the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea. Our car system ensures a safe and comfortable ride for visitors of all ages. Enjoy the cultural and historical significance of the region, with easy access to the Monastery of Temptation and the interesting Temptation Caves. Whether you seek adventure, spirituality, or simply wish to marvel at nature's beauty, the Jericho Cable Car is your gateway to an extraordinary journey."
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  • Magdala

    "As archaeologists continued to dig, they discovered an entire first century Jewish town lying just below the surface. With only 10% of the archaeology uncovered, the hometown of Mary Magdalene already provides pilgrims an authentic location to walk where Jesus taught and to connect with the first century life of Jesus’ followers. Magdala is a unique Holy Land site with a first century city where the Jewish residents gathered in a synagogue where Jesus visited and taught."
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  • Masada

    "Masada is a rugged natural fortress, of majestic beauty, in the Judaean Desert overlooking the Dead Sea. It is a symbol of the ancient kingdom of Israel, its violent destruction and the last stand of Jewish patriots in the face of the Roman army, in 73 A.D. It was built as a palace complex, in the classic style of the early Roman Empire, by Herod the Great, King of Judaea, (reigned 37 – 4 B.C.). The camps, fortifications and attack ramp that encircle the monument constitute the most complete Roman siege works surviving to the present day." https://whc.unesco.org/en/licenses/6
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  • Tour of Ancient Shiloh

    This is the place where, starting from the time when Joshua Ben Nun led the Jewish People, the Tabernacle stood for 369 years; the place where the tribal inheritances were divided among the tribes. Here the Tu b’Av festival of love celebrations took place, and the tribes were reunited. Here is where Elkana came, “to worship and offer sacrifices to God in Shiloh,” and this is where Hannah prayed for a son. Her prayer was answered. Samuel was born and Hannah brought him here, where he grew up to be a prophet and a leader. Shiloh was also the home of Ahiya the Shilonite, who prophesied to Jeroboam the son of Nebat, about the division of the kingdom of the House of David after King Solomon’s reign, and about the exile of the Ten Tribes of Israel.
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  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from the start date of the tour.
  • Entry permit as required for various Nationalities.  Refer Israel's visa policy.
  • Health insurance valid for the duration of the journey, preferably "cash free" policies.
  • Adult passengers from most countries.
  • Minors must be accompanied by an immediate relative/guardian.
  • Israel is safer than most places in the world.
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  • Yes, all credit cards are accepted in Israel.
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  • Yes, please write to us to know more.
  • Yes, they are, and it is preferred, because your insurance company is liable to the laws of your country, while local Israeli insurers are not.
  • Cash could be carried, but currently it is limited to NIS 12,000 which is about $3250 at an exchange rate of  US$ 1= NIS 3.6.
  • Passengers carrying currencies whose total value exceeds the above amount are required by Israeli law to make a declaration with the customs at the port of entry.
  • The cost of a tour package is a function of various paremeters; viz, class of accommodation, period of travel, meal plan etc.
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8 Nights ~ 9 Days in Israel [A1-USA] [A/P]

8Nights & 9 Days ~ Israel premium pilgrimage

Pilgrimage | Anglican/Protestant congregations

  • This tour, named as "The Biblical experience in Israel" starts in the Galilee, then travels south to Dead Sea and culminates in Jerusalem.
  • In the Galilee area the tour covers Megiddo, Carmel hills, Nazareth, Cana, Mt Tabor and Churches around the Sea of the Galilee. [3 nights]
  • From the Galilee the tour moves to the Jordan valley traveling down to Ein Bokek at the southern shores of Dead Sea. [2 nights]
  • Bit Shean, Baptism site, Jericho, Qumran Caves, Ein Gedi, Masada & Dead Sea are the major sites visited in this section of the tour.
  • From the Salt Valley the tour moves up the Judean hills to reach Jerusalem [3 nights].
  • The final leg of the tour is the most intensive experience for the believer; It covers Judea, parts of Samaria and all of Jerusalem.
  • In this section, the tour visits Beit El, Tel Shiloh, All of Jerusalem, City of David, Garden Tomb, Bethlehem & Jaffa.
  • High Value Tours included:  Nazareth Village, Magdala, Tel Shiloh, City of David, Masada, Western Wall Tunnels

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