November 10

Arrive in Israel

The modern metropolis of Tel Aviv overlooks the breathtaking Mediterranean coastline. Built on the ancient port of Jaffa, where Peter had his rooftop vision, Tel Aviv is home to one of the oldest harbors in the world. After passing through the Ben Gurion Airport (voted one of the best in the world), meet your group and share your first meal as you get to know one another.

November 11-13

Central Coast & Jezreel Valley

Worship and bond with your group as you get to know this lush valley, which produces much of the fresh fruit and vegetables you’ll enjoy every day of your tour. Visit Jesus’ hometown of Nazareth. Encounter God on Mount Carmel, where Elijah called down fire from heaven. And look out over the Valley of Armageddon (Megiddo), as you gain new insights into biblical prophecy.

Sites you'll see include:

• Caesarea by the Sea
• Mount Carmel
• Megiddo
• Nazareth Village
• Mount Precipice / Nazareth Overlook

The Galilee, Golan Heights & Northern Boundary

Wake up to a sunrise on the Sea of Galilee, where Jesus walked on water and calmed the storm. Then sail these same waters in a first century replica boat. Learn of ancient Jewish traditions in Capernaum’s 4th century synagogue. Gather on the Mount of Beatitudes where the Sermon on the Mount was delivered millennia ago. And rededicate your faith while being baptized in the waters of the Jordan as your entire group worships and praises God.

Sites you'll see include:

• Mount of Beatitudes
• Capernaum
• Magdala
• St. Peter's Primacy
• Boat Ride on the Sea of Galilee
• Baptisms in the waters of the Jordan
• Caesarea Phillipi
• Tel Dan
• Mount Bental

November 14

Samaria Region

Journey through Samaria to Tel Shiloh, the site of Tabernacle and the center of Jewish life for hundreds of years before the building of the Temple in Jerusalem. Then, laugh, share and enjoy fellowship in unique settings like Mt. Gerizim - the Mount of Blessing.

Sites you'll see include:

• Shiloh
• Har Bracha Winery
• Mt. Gerizim
• Israel Museum: Model City & Dead Sea Scrolls
• Haas Promenade

November 15-18

Jerusalem & The Old City

Walk the gold stone streets of Old City Jerusalem and meet Israelis shopping with you in the marketplace. Leave your own prayer at the Western Wall as you stand beside God’s chosen people at the holiest site in Judaism. Behold the famous Temple Mount; pray in the Garden of Gethsemane; sing in the Upper Room. Stand on the Mount of Olives and gaze at the gate Jesus will walk through when He returns. Enjoy another delicious Mediterranean dinner recounting the day’s adventures with new friends.

Sites you'll see include:

• Southern Steps
• Davidson Center
• Western Wall & Plaza
• Jewish Quarter & Cardo
• Arab Quarter
• Christian Quarter
• Church of the Holy Sepulchre
• Via Dolorosa
• Sisters of Zion
• Saint Anne's Church
• Pool of Bethesda
• Armenian Quarter
• Mount Zion
• Upper Room
• Saint Peter's in Gallicantu
• City of David
• Mount of Olives
• View Temple Mount
• Palm Sunday Road
• Dominus Flevit
• Garden of Gethsemane & Church of All Nations
• Church of All Nations
• Garden Tomb
• Yad Vashem (Holocaust Museum)
• Friends of Zion Heritage Center
• Antonia Fortress

Judean Wilderness & Dead Sea Regions

Journey into the wilderness of Ein Gedi, the rocky refuge where David penned the Psalms. Open your Bible as your group takes turns sharing their favorites. Get a bird’s eye view from the famous fortress of Masada. Then, enjoy the beautiful descent down to the lowest point on Earth: the Dead Sea. Conclude your tour with new friends by relaxing in these mineral-rich waters. Then celebrate what God has done during your tour with a time of testimony and praise.

Sites you'll see include:

• Masada
• Qumran
• Ein Gedi
• Dead Sea & Swim

November 18

Night Departure

Actual departure time based on airline schedule.