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This Holy Land tour is a personal, deeply spiritual experience; highlights include visits to the beautiful Christian sites of Nazareth, Megiddo, and Bethlehem. Explore the ancient streets of Jerusalem where Jesus carried His Cross and learn about Israel’s rich cultural history at every turn. Gil Travel’s Christian Israel tours will leave you with a sense of fulfillment and wonder that can only come from walking in the very footsteps of Jesus.
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Itinerary
Join us on a Christian Tour in Israel to explore a country that is rich in culture and history, the foundation of three major religions, and one of the most modern and tech-savvy countries.
Depart from the USA for your Christian Holyland Tour
Upon arrival at Ben Gurion Airport, proceed to the arrival hall.
Transfer to your hotel in Tel Aviv.
Overnight Tel Aviv
Depart Tel Aviv and drive along the coastal plain to Caesarea, once the Roman capital of the region.
Visit the excavations of the ancient city, the Roman Theater, and the aqueduct.
Proceed to Muhraka, the site of confrontation between Elijah and the prophets of Baal.
Enjoy the spectacular view of the Jezreel Valley and the lower Galilee.
Continue to Megiddo, identified as the site of Armageddon. Learn the impressive history of this battlefield as you visit the archaeological excavations, including the well-preserved water supply system. Onto Acre to visit the remarkable underground Crusader City and crypt; walk through the Old City, recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site, and visit the local market and harbor.
Overnight Kibbutz Lavi Guesthouse
After a short tour of Tiberias, enjoy a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee.
Visit the Yigal Allon Center where the “Jesus Boat,” an ancient fishing boat from the 1st century, is displayed.
Continue to Capernaum to visit the remains of the 2nd-century synagogue.
Stop at Tabgha, the site of the Miracle of Fish and Loaves, and visit the Church of Multiplication with its 4th-century mosaic floor. Proceed to Mount of Beatitudes, the place where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount.
Drive to the Banias Springs and tour the Golan Heights.
Overnight Kibbutz Lavi Guesthouse
Drive to Cana to visit the Wedding Church, where Jesus performed his first miracle turning water into wine.
Continue to Nazareth to visit the Church of Annunciation, Joseph’s workshop, and Mary’s well.
Proceed to Yardenit, the baptismal site on the Jordan River
Followed by a stop at Beit Shean to visit the newly excavated Roman city and amphitheater.
Drive along the Jordan Valley towards Jerusalem.
Overnight Jerusalem
Drive to Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of the city.
Visit the Church of All Nations, King David’s Tomb, and Room of Last Supper on Mt. Zion.
Enter the Old City; walk through the Cardo, the ancient Roman road.
Visit the Jewish and Christian quarters; see the Jewish Wailing Wall; view the Temple Mount.
walk along the Via Dolorosa and the oriental Bazaar to visit the Church of Holy Sepulcher.
Next, drive to the Garden Tomb and enjoy the beautiful gardens and peaceful ambiance.
Overnight Jerusalem
Drive to Ein Karem to visit the Church of Visitation.
Proceed to Yad Vashem, Israel’s official memorial to the Holocaust.
Visit the Israel Museum and the Shrine of the Book, where the Dead Sea scrolls are housed, and the miniature model of Jerusalem as it was during the Second Temple period.
Proceed to *Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus; visit Shepherds’ Field; walk through Manger Square to visit the remarkable Church of Nativity. Return to Jerusalem. * Visit subject to security conditions.
Overnight Jerusalem
Drive through the Judean desert to the Dead Sea-the lowest point on earth. Then, visit Qumran, where the Dead Sea scrolls were found.
Drive along the shores of the Dead Sea to Masada. Ascend Masada by cable car and tour the mountain fortress built by King Herod, where the Zealots made their last stand against the Romans. Visit the remains of the walls, palaces, synagogue, and bathhouse. Descend by cable car.
Continue to the Dead Sea; Cover yourself with the mineral-rich mud and experience a swim in the Dead Sea*which many believe will offer therapeutic effects.
Overnight Jerusalem
Transfer to Ben-Gurion Airport for departure.
*Itinerary is subject to change
Accommodation
The Dan Panorama Hotel Jerusalem with its dignified architecture and honey-colored Jerusalem stone exterior resonates with the spirit of this legendary city. The Dan Panorama Hotel boasts an exceptional location that enables you to explore Jerusalem’s multifaceted attractions simply by stepping outside.
The Dan Panorama is furnished with contemporary flair and highlighted by splendid views, the Dan Panorama Hotel features elegantly appointed guestrooms that blend luxury with the efficacy of advanced technology. Across the street is the Mediterranean Sea so you can be on the inviting sandy beach within minutes.
The hotel is located in Kibbutz Lavi, an area of lush vegetation surrounded by green fields. Guests and visitors have magnificent views of the Sea of Galilee and the Golan Heights. The design combines happiness and colors with serenity and harmony; this is a place that tells you to sit down and relax!
Just a minute’s walk from Tel Aviv’s Metzizim Beach, the exquisitely renovated Tal by the Beach is the ultimate location for those seeking the most fun from the White City. Combining upscale style and design, the beautiful property offers guests a superb Israeli buffet breakfast, in addition to lunch and dinner options, a range of seminar halls, a breezy rooftop and also a gym and sauna. The definition of comfort and convenience, the hotel resides at the epicenter of all things Tel Aviv, including trendy restaurants, bars, nightclubs, the port, the designer boutiques of Dizengoff St and the sprawling beaches.
The Grand Court Hotel Jerusalem is overlooking and within easy walking distance from the old city of Jerusalem, with it’s important holy and ancient archaeological sites and it’s colorful bazaars.
In the heart of the bustling city of Tel Aviv, the Grand Beach Hotel offers you spacious rooms, stylish urban design, and the unmatched sensation of a truly relaxing vacation.
Conveniently located at Jerusalem’s entrance, Hotel Prima Park Jerusalem is an ideal starting point for touring and exploring Jerusalem sites, surroundings and superb wineries, whether on leisure, excursions or business. Our impressively designed 217-room Jerusalem hotel, with contemporary interior design and décor, toned with shades of earthy and light brown, burgundy, leafy green and champagne, illuminated with soft, warm, intimate lighting, is made for comfort and unwinding
The Jerusalem Gate Hotel conceptualizes everything that a Jerusalem hotel in the Holy City has. It embodies a spirit of health, happiness & high standards of service. Its easily accessible to any part of the city.
*Star rating standards vary from country to country.
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