October 24

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.

October 25-28

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 Jerusalem. 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 that Jesus will walk through when He returns. Enjoy another delicious Mediterranean dinners recounting the days adventures with new friends.

Sites you'll see include:

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

Judean Wilderness & The Dead Sea

Journey into the wilderness of Ein Gedi, the rocky wilderness where David penned the Psalms. 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. Relax with new friends in these mineral-rich waters. Then celebrate all God is doing with a time of testimony and praise.

Sites you'll see include:

• Masada
• Qumran
• Ein Gedi
• Dead Sea Swim

October 29-31

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 and encounter God on Mount Carmel, where Elijah called down fire from heaven. Look out over the Valley of Armageddon (Megiddo) as you gain new insights into biblical prophecy.

Sites you'll see include:

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

The Galilee Region, 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
• Caesarea Philippi
• St. Peter’s Primacy
• Mount Bental
• Baptism in the waters of the Jordan
• Boat Ride on the Sea of Galilee
• Tel Dan

October 31

Night Departure

Actual departure time based on airline schedule.