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Monday, January 4, 2027
USA to Israel
Depart on our flight to Tel Aviv, Israel. Two meals will be served on-board. After dinner, relax and enjoy the on-board entertainment.
Holy Land · Israel
Experience the Land of the Bible
Walk where Jesus walked, worship where faith was born, and encounter God in the landscape of Scripture.
Holy Land · Israel
Walk in the Land of the Bible
Would you like to have a life-changing and never-to-be-forgotten experience? It is our joy to invite you to join us on a trip to the cradle of Christianity in the land of the Bible. Can you imagine standing where Elijah stood when God sent fire down from heaven, or walking on the shore of the Sea of Galilee where much of Jesus' ministry took place. During our tour, we'll hold a baptism service in the Jordan River, and tour the desert region, and see for ourselves what Abraham saw. We will then go up to Jerusalem, the City of God, and walk the cobblestone streets that Jesus walked on the Via Dolorosa on His way to Calvary's hill. We'll visit the Dead Sea, En-Gedi, Masada, the Holocaust Memorial and the Garden Tomb — held by many to be the site of Christ's resurrection. It will be truly AMAZING! All throughout this trip we'll pause for times of worship, prayer, scriptural application, and great fellowship. Please prayerfully consider being a part of this life-changing experience.
What You'll Experience
Every Step. Every Site. Every Moment.
Mount Carmel
Stand where Elijah called fire down from heaven and declared the Lord as God.
Sea of Galilee
Walk the shores where Jesus taught multitudes, calmed storms, and called His disciples.
Jordan River
Participate in a moving baptism service in the biblical waters of the Jordan.
Jerusalem
Walk the Via Dolorosa, visit the Garden Tomb, and worship at the Western Wall.
Desert & Masada
Tour the Judean wilderness, float in the Dead Sea, and climb the ancient fortress of Masada.
Holocaust Memorial
A solemn and powerful visit to Yad Vashem — a reminder of God's faithfulness to His people.
Why the Holy Land
Walk Where Faith Was Born
Every year, millions of Christians travel to the Land of the Bible to deepen their faith and enhance their understanding of Scripture.
Here are just a few reasons why believers are forever changed as they walk in the footsteps of Jesus.
Your Bible will come alive.
Scripture becomes so real that it seems to rise off the page and take on an entirely new dimension. Places, passages, and promises suddenly connect in ways that transform how you read and understand God's Word.
You will encounter God in a fresh way.
There is something powerful about stepping away from everyday life and taking a spiritual pilgrimage to seek the Lord with renewed passion. Day after day, we experience God's presence in ways that stir the heart and bring lasting transformation.
You will witness prophecy fulfilled.
While traveling throughout Israel, you are surrounded by the faithfulness of God. You will see firsthand the fulfillment of hundreds of prophecies spoken thousands of years ago — evidence that God's Word never fails.
You will see modern-day miracles.
The rebirth and existence of Israel is nothing short of miraculous. From the ashes of the Holocaust and the dust of the desert, a thriving and prosperous nation has emerged — one that now leads the world in innovation, technology, science, medicine, security, agriculture, and water conservation.
Every year, I take groups on a journey of a lifetime to ENCOUNTER God in the Land of the Bible. If you are looking to take your church, lead a group, or personally experience Scripture in a way that will forever change you, I invite you to prayerfully consider joining one of our upcoming Holy Land Encounters.— Pastor Eli Hendricks
The Journey
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Tuesday, January 5, 2027
Tel Aviv, Caesarea, Mt. Carmel, Megiddo, Nazareth
Dinner
Arrive at Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport and meet our guide. We visit Caesarea (Acts 10), built over 2000 years ago by King Herod, where Paul was imprisoned and Cornelius the Centurion and his family received the Holy Spirit. Then drive to Mt. Carmel (1 Kings 18), the site of Elijah's confrontation with the prophets of Baal, and Megiddo (Joshua 12:21; 1 Kings 9:15; 2 Kings 23:29 & Revelation 16:16), the site of Armageddon. End the day in the Nazareth Village before traveling through Cana to our hotel on the Sea of Galilee.
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Wednesday, January 6, 2027
Sea of Galilee — This day alone is worth the trip!
Breakfast · Dinner
Visit the Arbel cliffs (option to hike the 800-foot trail), Capernaum (Jesus' home of ministry in Galilee), and take a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee with a worship service. See the "Jesus boat" — a vessel found from the time of Jesus in 1986. Meditate on Matthew 5 on the Mount of Beatitudes, walk down the pathway, and end up at Saint Peter's Primacy where Jesus ministered to His disciples in John 21. Drive to Magdala, the hometown of Mary Magdalene. Conclude at the southern end of the Sea of Galilee with an optional baptism service in the Jordan River at Yardenit.
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Thursday, January 7, 2027
Chorazim, Tel Dan, Caesarea Philippi, Mount Bental
Breakfast · Dinner
Visit the New Testament city of Chorazim (one of the three cities condemned by Jesus in Matthew 11) and see the third-century synagogue. Walk through Tel Dan, an impressive Old Testament site (Judges 18; 1 Kings 12). Continue to Caesarea Philippi where Peter answered, "You are the Christ" (Matthew 16). Conclude on Mount Bental for breathtaking views.
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Friday, January 8, 2027
Beit She'an, Gideon's Spring, Shiloh, Dead Sea
Breakfast · Dinner
Drive south through the Jordan Valley to Beit She'an (1 Sam 31) — an impressive Roman city of the Decapolis. Visit Gideon's Spring (Judges 7) at the foot of Mount Gilboa, then on to the ancient city of Shiloh, where the Tabernacle of God stood for 369 years. End the day at our hotel on the Dead Sea, with an optional float or treatment at the spa.
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Saturday, January 9, 2027
Masada, Ein Gedi, Genesis Land, Qumran
Breakfast · Dinner
Drive to Masada, the ancient fortress built by Herod and later occupied by the Zealots. Visit Ein Gedi, the oasis where David hid from Saul. Lunch at Genesis Land in the Judaean Desert, near the Dead Sea — the land of the Patriarchs. Visit Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered and the ancient sect of Judaism called the Essenes lived (from whom John the Baptist possibly came). Return to our hotel on the Dead Sea.
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Sunday, January 10, 2027
Jerusalem
Breakfast · Dinner
Ascend 4,000 feet to the holy city of Jerusalem. Visit the Valley of the Shadow of Death from Psalm 23 and the Good Samaritan on the way up. From the top of the Mt. of Olives, see a magnificent panorama of the Holy City. Walk down the "Palm Sunday" road to the Garden of Gethsemane. Enter the city through the Lion's Gate on our way to the Pool of Bethesda (John 5) and journey down the Via Dolorosa (the way of suffering) Jesus walked on His way to the Cross. We visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre believed to be by many the burial site of Jesus. Conclude at the Israel Museum and the model of Jerusalem (1:50 scale model of Jerusalem as it would have appeared in Jesus' time).
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Monday, January 11, 2027
Jerusalem, City of David
Breakfast · Dinner
Begin with a communion service in the Garden Tomb, a second possible site for the crucifixion and burial of Jesus. Visit Mt. Zion and the Upper Room and the Last Supper site. Proceed to the House of Caiaphas where Jesus was taken after His arrest. Visit the City of David and the new excavations of David's palace. Optional walk through Hezekiah's drainage channel and to Davidson Archaeological Park to see the "Robinson's Arch" and the Southern Wall Excavations. Pray at the Western (Wailing) Wall, the most holy place in Judaism. Walk 400 yards along the retaining wall of the Temple Mount itself through the Western Wall Tunnel. Visit the Jewish Quarter and walk through the Cardo.
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Tuesday, January 12, 2027
Jerusalem, Bethlehem
Breakfast · Farewell Dinner
Visit Yad Vashem (Israel's Holocaust Museum) and walk through a guided tour of the museum. Travel to Bethlehem and visit the Shepherd's Field where we will celebrate Christ's birth. Visit an olive-wood factory store. In the late afternoon, drive through the Valley of Elah, where David fought Goliath and onto Abu Gosh, the biblical city of Kiryath Jearim from where King David brought the Ark of the Covenant (1 Chronicles 13) back to Jerusalem from the house of Obed-Edom. Enjoy a farewell dinner at a nice restaurant and then transfer to the airport for our flight back home.
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Wednesday, January 13, 2027
Israel to USA
Our guide will assist us with check-in procedures as we prepare for our flight to the USA. Arrive home with wonderful memories of a visit to the Land of the Bible.
The Journey
Itinerary Highlights
Day 2
Caesarea & Mt. Carmel
Built by King Herod 2,000 years ago — where Paul was imprisoned and Cornelius the Centurion received the Holy Spirit. Stand atop Mt. Carmel where Elijah confronted the prophets of Baal.
Day 3
Sea of Galilee
Take a boat ride on the waters where Jesus walked. Visit Capernaum (His home of ministry), the Mount of Beatitudes, and Magdala. End the day with a baptism service at the Jordan River.
Day 5
Dead Sea
Drive south through the Jordan Valley to Beit She’an (Roman Decapolis) and the Tabernacle’s 369-year home at Shiloh. End at the lowest point on earth with an optional float at the Dead Sea.
Day 6
Masada & Qumran
Ascend Herod’s mountain fortress where the Zealots made their final stand. Visit the oasis of Ein Gedi where David hid from Saul, and Qumran where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered.
Day 7
Jerusalem
Ascend 4,000 feet to the holy city. Walk the Mount of Olives, the Garden of Gethsemane, the Pool of Bethesda, the Via Dolorosa, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.
Day 9
Bethlehem
Celebrate Christ’s birth at the Shepherd’s Field. Visit Yad Vashem, drive through the Valley of Elah where David fought Goliath, and end with a farewell dinner before the flight home.
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Israel: Beyond Belief
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Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to travel to Israel?
Yes. Millions of Christians travel to Israel every year. Israel is often safer than visiting many major cities in the United States. Tourism is a vital part of Israel's economy, and visitor safety is taken very seriously.
Can I room by myself?
Yes. Single travelers may request a private room by paying the hotel's single supplement fee.
Do I need shots or immunizations?
No. Israel is a fully developed country with health and hygiene standards equal to those of the United States. No vaccinations are required for entry. If you have specific health concerns, please consult your family doctor.
What happens when I arrive in Israel?
After landing in Tel Aviv, you'll go through immigration and receive an entry slip. In baggage claim, a tour representative will be holding a sign with your group's name. After collecting luggage, we board the coach together and begin our journey.
Is there a lot of walking?
Yes, there is a fair amount of walking and some stairs. However, those who are less active can still enjoy the trip. Many sites offer benches for rest. Comfortable, broken-in walking shoes are essential.
Is the water safe to drink?
Yes. Israel is a modern country and hotel tap water is safe. The tour bus driver will also have bottled water available for purchase (approximately $1 per bottle).
Any tips for overcoming jet lag?
Israel is 7 hours ahead of Eastern Time. Rest well before traveling, drink plenty of water, eat light meals, and try to sleep on the plane. Upon arrival, stay active and aim to remain awake until at least 9:00 PM the first night.
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