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Coordinated by Sahar
Duration
10 Days
Departs
Apr 9, 2027
Led by
Coordinated by Sahar
Departure
Idaho Falls, Idaho
Overview
About this journey
The Holy Land – In the Footsteps of Jesus Christ
Experience a life-changing pilgrimage through the land where the Bible comes alive. This sacred journey follows the ministry of Jesus Christ from Galilee to Jerusalem, visiting the most significant biblical and historical sites of Christianity.
Embark on a spiritually enriching 11-day pilgrimage through the sacred land where the life, ministry, Passion, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ took place. This carefully designed journey offers a profound opportunity to walk in His footsteps, reflect on Scripture at its source, and deepen your faith in the very places where salvation history unfolded.
Your pilgrimage begins in Nazareth, where the Annunciation took place, and continues through Cana, the site of Christ’s first miracle. In the region surrounding the Sea of Galilee, you will visit the places connected to His public ministry, teachings, and miracles.
Renew your baptismal promises at the Jordan River, and continue to Bethlehem, where you will reflect on the mystery of the Incarnation at the birthplace of our Lord.
The journey culminates in Jerusalem, where you will prayerfully walk the path of Christ’s Passion, visit the sacred sites of His crucifixion and Resurrection, and experience the heart of the Christian faith.
This pilgrimage is more than travel; it is a time of renewal, prayer, fellowship, and spiritual transformation. Join us for this sacred journey and encounter the Holy Land in a meaningful and life-changing way.
All inclusions
Price Includes
Transportation in a Modern Coach for all the Tour days
Entrance fees to all sights and portage at Hotels
All meals including a fish meal in Tiberias and traditional meal in Bethlehem
Rates per Person in a Double Room
Licensed English Guide on all tour days
Entrance fees to all sites in the itinerary
Portage at Hotels
Folklore Evening in Bethlehem
Roundtrip airport transfer in the Holy Land
Accommodations in 4* Hotels on full board basis
See what is not included
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Gratuities to the tour manager, guides, hotel team, and driver
Any services not mentioned in the program
Transportation to and from US Airport
Items of a personal nature
Passport and Visa Costs (If Any)
Trip Cancellation Protection
Professional Pictures Taken
Health and travel insurance while on the trip
Cancellation fees or baggage insurance
Items purchased at the hotel or during tours
Round-trip airfare Tickets
Tour's Itinerary
Day-by-day itinerary
Day
1
Apr 9th, Departure from the USA
Depart for your overnight flights to the Holy Land.
Day
2
Apr 10th, Arrive Tel Aviv, Transfer to Tiberias
Arrive in Tel Aviv
Meet your guide and transfer to your hotel in the Galilee ( 2 hour drive).
Overnight at the Ron Beach Hotel in Tiberias. Your hotel overlooks the Sea of Galilee.
Day
3
Apr 11th, Boat ride on the sea of Galilee, Mount of Beatitudes.
You will visit the hill where Jesus gave His famous sermon on the mount. From there, you will head to Capernaum.
After that you will head to Magdala, the hometown of Mary Magdalene.
From there you will go to the Sea of Galillee. Jesus spent most of his ministry in this area. Many of Jesus' disciples were fishermen on this very lake. You will enjoy a boat ride on this beautiful lake.
The day will end with a nice fish dinner.
Overnight at the Ron Beach Hotel in Tiberias
Day
4
Apr 12th, Nazareth, Cana, Caesarea, Haifa, and Tiberias
You will visit the city where the Savior was raised, Nazareth.
There you will see the place the angel appeared to Mary announcing that she will be the mother of the Son of God.
After Nazareth you will head to Cana and explore the site of the wedding in Cana where Jesus performed His first miracle.
From there you will head to Caesarea and see the ancient ruins including the amphitheater and harbor.
You will then travel to Haifa and visit the breathtaking Baha'i Gardens and enjoy panoramic views of the city and the Mediterranean Sea. Haifa is called the 'bride of the sea' due to it's beauty.
Mount Karmel is where Elijah performed his famous miracle in front of the priests of Baal.
Overnight at Ron Beach Hotel in Tiberias
Day
5
Apr 13th, Tiberias, Jordan Valley, Jericho, Qumran, Dead Sea, Bethany.
You will head down the Jordan valley and reach the lowest place on earth going below sea level.
You will visit Jericho, the oldest city in the world. You will take a cabel car up the mount of temptation, where Jesus was tempted by satan. You will see a nice panoramic view from there of the valley.
You will then visit Qumran which is the site of the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls.
After that, you will visit the Jordan River, the site where Christ was baptized.
You will then head to the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth. You can experience the only body of water on earth that won't allow you to sink.
You will pass by the city of Bethany, home of Mary and Martha.
Your day will begin by visiting the shepherds' field. Learning about their role and faith as they were one of the first to learn of the birth of Christ.
Then you will go to Manger Square and visit the Church of Nativity, the birth place of Christ.
You will then visit the separation wall, a 25-foot concrete wall and learn about how it is affecting the local people.
You will visit one of the palaces of king Herod, structured to look like a mountain. You will walk inside the mountain and look at the ancient ruins.
Overnight at Manger Square hotel in Bethlehem
Day
7
Apr 15th, Jerusalem, Western Wall, Dome of the rock, Church of the Holy.
You will visit one of the holiest sites in Islam, the Dome of the rock. This is also thought to be the place of the old temple of Solomon.
You will visit the Western Wall, considered by Jews to be a holy site as it is the remaining wall of that old temple.
You will follow the footsteps of Christ as he carried His cross to the place where He was crucified.
You will walk down the busy streets of the old city ending at the Church of the Holy Spulcher, considered by some Christians to be the burial place of Christ.
You will visit St. Anne's Church, considered to be the place where the parents of Mary, mother of Jesus lived.
You will also visit the Pool of Bethesda.
You will have some free time in the afternoon to shop in the old city. Remember to bargain!
(optional tour) Choose to explore Hezekiah’s Tunnel, an ancient water channel with historical significance, offering a unique underground experience.
Overnight at Bright Tower Hotel in Bethlehem
Day
8
Apr 16th, Jerusalem, Mount of Olives, Church of Pater Noster, Gethsemane.
We will start the day by a beautiful panoramic view of the temple mount in Jerusalem and the old city of Jerusalem.
Then we will visit the location where Christ taught His disciples how to pray. The Lord's prayer is found in that church in almost every language.
After that you will visit the garden of Gethsemane with ancient olive trees that may date back to the time of Christ.
Just above the garden of Gethsemane, is a garden known to be the place Elder Orson Hyde dedicated the land to the preaching of the gospel.
From there you will visit the Pool of Siloam, a pool considered to be a place of purification by the Jews. It is the pool where the blind man washed and got his sight back.
From there we will visit the city of David, considered the original urban center of ancient Jerusalem, with significant historical findings.
Overnight at Bright Tower Hotel in Bethlehem
Day
9
Apr 17th, Jerusalem, BYU Jerusalem Center, Ein Karem, Garden Tomb.
You will have church services at the BYU Jerusalem Center where you can partake of the sacrament while looking over Jerusalem.
After touring the grounds at the Jerusalem Center, you will visit the garden tomb and skull hill (Golgotha) where Christ was crucified and burried.
You will then visit Ein Karem, a beautiful city with green hills. It is the birth place and home of John the baptist.
Overnight at Bright Tower Hotel in Bethlehem
Day
10
Apr 18th, Departure
You will be transferred to the Tel-Aviv airport for your departure flight back to the USA.
Note that if you choose to stay a few extra days, we can help you arrange accommodations and airport transfers for an extra cost.
A good ad-on would be a cruise down the Nile River in Egypt to see the pyramids and other famous sites in Egypt. (We have partners that can help you organize that)
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