Welcome to Israel!
Arrive at the hotel in Tel Aviv on your own, then check in
Opening program overview and “Welcome”
Festive Opening Dinner in Tel Aviv
Overnight: Prima City Hotel, Tel Aviv or similar
Breakfast at the hotel and check out
Overview of Tel Aviv and Old Jaffa
This former Roman capital of the Holy Land features an excavated Roman and Crusader city, a famous aqueduct, and a beautifully restored amphitheater. Caesarea also holds great Christian significance as the site of the first public conversion of a Gentile, the Roman Centurion Cornelius, by the Apostle Peter. The city also served as the place where the Apostle Paul was imprisoned for two years, where he was tried by Roman governors, and from where he departed for Rome to appeal to Caesar
Lunch on your own en route
Continue north to the Galilee region
Short Visit to Nazareth
Visit the Basilica of the Annunciation, believed to be the place where the angel Gabriel appeared before Mary
Check in to your hotel.
Dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Royal Plaza Hotel, Tiberias
Christian Sites around the Sea of Galilee & Golan
Early Morning Prayer on the Sea of Galilee, on a Traditional Wooden Boat
Return for Breakfast at the hotel
Explore Christian sites around the Sea of Galilee, including Capernaum, the Mt. of Beatitudes, and Tabgha
Lunch on your own en route
Overview from Mt. Bental and ATV Ride in the Golan
Enjoy a thrilling and adventurous ATV ride along the border, offering a unique perspective on the terrain and the region’s history
Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight: Royal Plaza Hotel, Tiberias
From the Galilee to Jerusalem via the Jordan Valley
Breakfast at the hotel and check out
Drive south towards Jerusalem via the Jordan Valley
Baptism at Qasr al-Yahud.
Located on the Jordan River, Qasr al-Yahud is a revered historically accurate site where, according to tradition, Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist. It is also believed to be the place where the Israelites crossed the Jordan River into the Promised Land, and where the prophet Elijah ascended to heaven
Continue the drive to the Northern Dead Sea
Float and relax in the unique, buoyant waters of the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth
Floating in the Dead Sea is a truly surreal and unforgettable experience. Thanks to its incredibly high salt concentration, the water’s natural buoyancy allows you to effortlessly float atop its surface, making for a one-of-a-kind sensation in the world’s lowest-lying spot on Earth
Lunch at the Dead Sea Beach
Drive to Jerusalem
Early Evening Welcome to Jerusalem- Overviews from the Mount Of Olives and Mt. Scopus
The Mount of Olives holds profound Christian significance as a site of numerous biblical events, including where Jesus often taught his disciples and where he wept over Jerusalem. It is also the location where, according to tradition, he ascended into heaven and where he will return on the Day of Judgment. The overview from the mount offers a panoramic view of the Old City, providing a visual connection to the key events of the Holy Week.
Check in to the hotel
Dinner on your own
Overnight: Ibis Hotel, Jerusalem City Center
Jerusalem Old and New
Early Breakfast at the hotel
Enter the Old City and visit the Jewish Quarter, including the Western Wall, the last remnant of the Holy Temple. Continue and explore the Christian and Muslim Quarter and walk the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher
Hummus Lunch in the Old City
Continue in the Old City
Early Evening Tasting Tour of the Machne Yehuda Market in Jerusalem (this will be a pre-dinner)
As the sun sets, immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of Jerusalem’s famous Machne Yehuda Market. This sensory tasting tour allows you to explore the local flavors, aromas, and culinary soul of the city, turning a simple dinner into a delicious and unforgettable adventure
Dinner on your own and free time to explore the Market
Overnight: Ibis Hotel, Jerusalem City Center
The City of David & Shabbat in Jerusalem
Breakfast at the hotel
Visit the ancient City of David and Hezekiah’s Water Tunnel
Journey back in time to the very birthplace of Jerusalem at the ancient City of David, where King David established his capital. The adventure continues as you navigate the remarkable Hezekiah’s Water Tunnel, an incredible feat of ancient engineering built to secure the city’s water source during a siege
Explore the Old City and Southern Wall Area via the new 2,000 year old underground passage.
Lunch on your own
Return to the Hotel or Free Time for Shopping at Ben Yehuda Street
Shabbat: Arrive at the Kotel (Western Wall) to observe the traditional Friday night prayers, immersing yourselves in the spiritual energy of Shabbat
Afterwards, we will enjoy a festive traditional friday night meal
Return to the Hotel
Overnight: Ibis Hotel, Jerusalem City Center
Bethlehem & Farewell
Breakfast at the hotel
Tour of Bethlehem and Visit the Basilica of the Nativity
The birthplace of both Jesus and Kind David, hosts some of the most significant sites of the Christian religion. Visit Bethlehem’s Manger Square, perhaps the city’s most important square, named after the manger Jesus was born in. Manger Square is home to the Church of the Nativity, one of the world’s oldest-standing churches still functioning to this day.
Visit the Grotto of the Nativity, a cave located under the Church, which according to Christian tradition, is the place where Jesus was born, the exact spot marked by a 14-pointed star of silver set into the floor.
Visit the main Basilica of the Nativity, Also visit the Catholic Church of St. Catherine, adjoining the Basilica of the Nativity, and the nearby Milk Grotto, where Mary nursed her son as the family was taking refuge before their flight into Egypt. A Franciscan Chapel is built above the Milk Grotto
Lunch On Own in Bethlehem
Return to Jerusalem and Late Check Out of the Hotel
Final Group Program and group summary
Closing Dinner
Program Finishes – For those flying this night
Depart for Ben-Gurion Airport for your overnight flight.
Price per person sharing a double room
Price per person for those rooming alone
Please note that the above rates are based on a minimum of 20 Tour participants. In the event the number of registered participants is less than 20 on August 11, 2026, the Operator will consult with the Tour Sponsor with a view to exploring if there is a solution to operate the Tour with less than 20 participants or alternatively at a later date. However, Operator reserves the right and at Operator’s sole discretion to cancel the Tour and refund amounts received from each participant.
The above listed price includes accommodation services at the following hotels:
Payment policy:
Please note that the second and third payments will be automatically charged to the same credit card used for the deposit. An email will be sent to you regarding these charges before being processed.
Cancellation policy:
All cancellations must be made in writing and addressed to: [email protected]. The cancellation fee depends on the date when Operator receives written notification of Customer’s request to cancel Customer’s booking.
Cancellation in Exceptional Situations:
Notwithstanding the cancellation terms detailed in Section 8 above, in the event that the cancellation of the entire group unavoidably results from Force Majeure or Acts of God, there will be no personal penalty for registrants and all payments will be refunded.
More than ever, Travel Insurance is a vitally important feature of any planned travel and safeguards against unexpected developments
Travel protection offers many great benefits and peace of mind when traveling. One of the many benefits is, to insure the travelers trip cost, in the event a traveler needs to cancel the trip, due to unforeseen medical illness of the insured or of an immediate family member.
The other key benefit included here is medical expense coverage, given that the majority of our health insurance plans, lack coverage for accidents/illness occurring outside of the US.
In addition to trip cancellation and medical expense coverage, other benefits protecting the travelers during their journey are , trip delay , trip interruption, lost or delayed luggage upon arrival in destination, medical evacuation, 24/7 emergency assistance and much more.
To receive a quote and for any travel insurance questions you may have, please reach out to Liana DiCurzio at Traveland. Her email is [email protected] please be sure to mention that you are traveling with ToI/Routes Trips
We highly recommend reaching out for an insurance quote, as soon as possible after making the very first initial payment, as some benefits and plans such as the Cancel For Any Reason plan (CFAR), are time sensitive, and are only available for purchase within 13 days of the very first trip payment
Israeli VAT not applicable to non-Israeli tourists for a variety of services and is therefore not included in our prices. In this connection, please note the following:
If the trip is oversubscribed at the time of your registration, please fill in your information on the registration form, and you will be added to the program waiting list
