Christian Holy Land Tour – 8 Days

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Experience the spiritual significance of the Holy Land on an 8-day tour of Israel with Shalom Journeys. Explore ancient cities, visit important biblical sites, and learn about the rich history and culture of the country. Relax in the Galilee region and discover the beauty and significance of Jerusalem. Guided by knowledgeable representatives and staying in comfortable hotels, this tour will deepen your understanding of the Holy Land. Don’t miss out on this opportunity for a meaningful and enriching journey.

Christian Holy Land Tour - 8 Days

Sunday, Day 1:Welcome to the Holy Land

Welcome to the Holy Land, a place of great spiritual significance for people of many different faiths. We are excited to have you join us on this journey of discovery and enlightenment with Shalom Journeys.

  • Upon arriving in Tel Aviv, you will be greeted by a knowledgeable representative from Shalom Journeys who will guide you to your hotel transfer.
  • Arrive at your hotel in Tel Aviv for check-in
  • After settling into your hotel, you can enjoy a delicious buffet dinner
  • Get a good night’s rest in preparation for the adventure ahead
  • Overnight in Tel Aviv
 

Monday, Day 2:Caesarea, Megiddo, Haifa, Acre (Akko) to the Galilee

  • Start the day with a tour of the ancient city of Caesarea. This city was built by Herod the Great in the 1st century BC and is known for its well-preserved Roman theater, amphitheater, and aqueduct.
  • Next, visit Megiddo, an ancient city located in the Jezreel Valley. Megiddo has a long history dating back to the Bronze Age, and its ruins include the remains of 20 levels of civilization and a well-preserved water supply system.
  • In the afternoon, tour the city of Haifa, which is located on the Mediterranean coast. During the tour, visit Mt. Carmel, a mountain range that is mentioned in the Bible and is home to the Muhraka, a shrine that marks the traditional site where Elijah confronted the prophets of Baal.
  • After the tour, drive to Galilee and check-in to your hotel in the region. Enjoy dinner at the hotel and spend the night.

Tuesday, Day 3:Tiberias, Wester Galilee, Banias (Golan Heights)

  • Begin the day with a short tour of Tiberius, a city located on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee.
  • Embark on a boat cruise on the Sea of Galilee, a freshwater lake with great religious significance.
  • Visit Capernaum, the center of Jesus’ Galilean ministry and home to the remains of a 2nd-century synagogue.
  • Head to Tabgha, a village on the northwest shore of the Sea of Galilee, and visit the Church of the Multipication, marking the traditional site of the miracle of the loaves and fishes.
  • Explore the Mount of Beatitudes, a hill believed to be the site of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount.
  • In the afternoon, visit Banias Springs and Caesarea Philippi, two sites located in the Golan Heights.
  • Banias Springs is a natural spring mentioned in the Bible and Caesarea Philippi is an ancient city built by Philip the Tetrarch, the son of Herod the Great.
  • Return to the hotel for a relaxing dinner to end the day.

Wednesday, Day 4:Nazareth, Beit Shean

  • Visit Cana of Galilee, a village located near Nazareth that is known as the site of Jesus’ first miracle, the transformation of water into wine.
  • In the afternoon, visit Nazareth, the city where Jesus grew up. During the tour, visit the Grotto of the Annunciation, which marks the traditional site where the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary, and the Church of St. Joseph, which is located near the ancient City Well.
  • Continue to Yardenit, a baptismal site located on the Jordan River. This site is popular with Christian pilgrims and is believed to be the location where Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist.
  • Visit Beit Shean, an ancient city located in the Jordan Valley. Beit Shean is known for its well-preserved amphitheater, colonnaded Roman streets, mosaics, and Roman bathhouses.
  • After the tour, drive through the Jordan Valley and arrive in Jerusalem. Check-in to your hotel in the city and enjoy dinner. Spend the night in Jerusalem.

Thursday, Day 5:Jerusalem: The Old City

  • To start the day, take a tour of the Old City of Jerusalem, a historic walled city home to many significant religious sites.
  • During the tour, visit the Western Wall, a highly revered retaining wall of the Temple Mount; the Via Dolorosa, a street marking the traditional route of Jesus’ walk to his crucifixion; and the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, a church marking the traditional site of Jesus’ burial and resurrection.
  • In the afternoon, visit the Garden Tomb, a site outside the Old City believed by some to be the site of Jesus’ burial and resurrection.
  • End the day with a visit to the Israel Museum, featuring a model of ancient Jerusalem and the Shrine of the Book, housing the Dead Sea Scrolls.

Friday, Day 6:Jerusalem: New City and Bethlehem

  • Start the day with a visit to Bethlehem, a city located in the West Bank that is known as the birthplace of Jesus. During the tour, visit the Church of the Nativity, a church that marks the traditional site of Jesus’ birthplace, and Shepherd’s Field, a site that is associated with the story of the shepherds who visited Jesus after his birth.
  • In the afternoon, visit the Dead Sea, a salt lake that is located between Israel and Jordan. The Dead Sea is known for its high salt concentration, which allows visitors to float on the surface of the water.
  • Return to Jerusalem for dinner and spend the night in the city.

Saturday, Day 7:Masada and the Dead Sea

  • Start the day with an early breakfast at the hotel.
  • Set out on a journey south toward the Dead Sea.
  • As you approach the shores, descend to the lowest point on Earth, 1305 feet (398m) below sea level.
  • Make your first stop at Qumran, the site where the Dead Sea Scrolls were famously discovered.
  • Next, ascend by cable car to the mountaintop plateau of Masada, where the Jewish Zealots fought against the Romans in the 1st century AD.
  • After exploring these historical sites, visit the Dead Sea, a unique body of water with a salt content of 11%-13% and other natural ingredients. Weather permitting, float on the Dead Sea and cover yourselves in its therapeutic mud.
  • In the afternoon and evening, return to your hotel in Jerusalem for dinner and an overnight stay.

Sunday, Day 8:Tel Aviv / Ben Gurion Airport

It’s the final day of your tour! Today, you’ll be transferred to Ben Gurion Airport for your departure. Safe travels and we hope you had a great time on your Christian Holy Land Tour!

Included - Christian Holy Land tour

8 days/7 nights accommodations

  • 1 night in Tel Aviv
  • 2 nights in the Galilee
  • 4 nights in Jerusalem
  • Hotel taxes and service charges

Tours and guiding

  • Touring in a Deluxe vehicle/motor-coach with a professional licensed driver
  • A professional government licensed English speaking guide – hand picked
  • Entrance fees to all sites and parks

Airport service and transfers

  • Meet and assist at Ben Gurion Airport, immediately after passport control
  • Transfers on arrivals and departures from and to Ben Gurion Airport

Meals included

  • Israeli style buffet breakfast daily
  • Everyday buffet dinners at hotels

Highlights included

  • Boat cruise on the Sea of Galilee
  • Cruise on the Sea of Galilee
  • Kotel (Western Wall)

Not included

  • International airfare
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips to guide and driver
  • lunch daily
Highlights

Tel Aviv and surrounding area

  • Jaffa
  • Tel Aviv

Jerusalem – New City

  • Yad Vashem
  • Israel Museum
  • Mount of Olives
  • Garden of Gethemane
  • Garden Tomb
  • Mount Zion: Tomb of King David, Upper Room

Dead Sea and surrounding regions

  • Qumran
  • Masada
  • Dead Sea swim facility

Mediterranean Coast and surrounding area

  • Caesarea
  • Mt. Carmel
  • Akko (Acre)
  • Megiddo

Galilee and surrounding regions

  • Banias
  • Casrea Phillippi
  • Sea of Galilee cruise
  • Mount of the Beatitudes
  • Capernaum
  • Tabgah
  • Baptismal site at the Jordan River
  • Beit Shean

Jerusalem – Old City

  • Christian Quarter in the Old City of Jerusalem
  • Via Dolorosa
  • Church of the Holy Seplechre
  • Jewish Quarter
  • Western Wall
  • Kotel – Western Wall
Hotels - Christian Holy land Tour

Superior Hotels - 4 stars

Dan Panorama Hotel in Tel Aviv

 

 

Kibbutz Lavi Hotel – Eden Rooms

 

Dan Panorama Jerusalem Hotel

Moderate Hotels - 3.5 to 4 stars

Grand Beach Hotel Tel Aviv

 

Kibbutz Lavi Hotel – Eden Rooms

 

Grand Court Hotel Jerusalem

 

Tourist Hotels - 3 stars

Grand Beach Hotel Tel Aviv

 

Kibbutz Lavi Hotel – Eden Rooms

 

Prima Park Hotel

Economy Hotels - 2.5 to 3 stars

Grand Beach Hotel Tel Aviv

 

Kibbutz Lavi Hotel – Lev Rooms

 

Jerusalem Gate Hotel Jerusalem

 

3 Reviews
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Mark Donaldson

Couple Traveller

Thank you Shalom Journeys! We had a wonder time on our Holy land tour. It was truly a memorable expereince.

February 9, 2023

Naomi and Naamah Feliciano

Family Traveller

Eyal for the past 6/7 years you have been handling my visits to Israel. I don’t know how you do it but every time your tours surpass the previous ones.

This one was no different! It totally surpassed the previous ones. My family’s first time in Israel was an incredible once in a lifetime experience thanks to your expertise in putting the tour together to accommodate each and everyone’s needs and desires.

There was excitement for my young grandchildren as there were things geared just for their age and desires. My family toured all of Israel for first time and missed out on nothing. Yet my daughter and I who had been there 4 times already found things never seen in our previous trips.

Your choice of guide all these years was the perfect one! Hillel made your efforts in putting everything together a total success. Looking forward to our next trip.

Thank you so much to your staff and guide Hillel for another awesome experience in Israel.

Naomi and Naamah Feliciano

October 25, 2019

Beth Fisher

Couple Traveller

I apologize for the delay in my response.
Thank you so much for the wonderful trip to Israel. I appreciate all your hard work in getting everything together. Our guides were great, knowledgeable and very accommodating. The hotels were conveniently located, comfortable and nicely furnished. Everything ran smoothly.

September 19, 2019
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