Day 1 – Tuesday, February 29, 2028: Departure from USA
The moment we walk into the airport we begin to feel the excitement increase as we suddenly realize we’re going to walk the land of The Bible, the land where Jesus walked and still walks today.
Day 2 – Wednesday, March 1, 2028: Arrive in Israel
We land at Ben Gurion Airport, where we’ll be met by our Israeli guide who will be our personal host in the land of Israel. We travel to the coastal area in Tel Aviv and enjoy a light day of touring, visiting Joppa Seaport and the Tanner’s House. From here, we head to our hotel to rest, relax and praise God in the Land of Promise.
Overnight: Hadera – Jacob Hotel
Day 3 – Thursday, March 2, 2028: Caesarea, Megiddo & Nazareth
We start this day at Caesarea, where the Gentiles first heard the news of Messiah from Peter and then followed in baptism. We’ll view the Roman Amphitheater and aqueduct still in pristine condition after several thousand years. Next, we head north to visit Mount Carmel where Elijah hid from King Ahab; travel through the Jezreel Valley to Megiddo (the Armageddon battlefield of Revelation prophecy where 20 levels of previous civilizations have been unearthed). We continue driving through the areas of Cana and Nazareth, where Jesus spent most of His childhood, then visit Nazareth Village. Here we are taken back in time as we walk through the environment Jesus grew up in.
Overnight: Tiberias – Leonardo Plaza Hotel
Day 4 – Friday, March 3, 2028: Explore the Galilee
We awake on the Sea of Galilee, enjoying an incredible Israeli breakfast before traveling to the Valley of the Doves at the Arbel Cliffs. Next, we view the ancient “Jesus Boat” preserved at a kibbutz on the Sea of Galilee.
Afterward, we board a sailing boat on the Sea of Galilee where the Scriptures come alive as our eyes behold what our ears hear and our hearts have always believed.
Docking in Capernaum, we visit the ancient synagogue and Peter’s home. Afterwards we continue to the Mount of the Beatitudes overlooking the Sea of Galilee, then walk down to St. Peter’s Primacy.
The day concludes at the Yardenit Baptismal Site with a baptismal service, singing and prayer in the Jordan River.
After dinner we gather together for discussion, devotion, fellowship and prayer.
Overnight: Tiberias – Leonardo Plaza Hotel
Day 5 – Saturday, March 4, 2028: Golan Heights, Tel Dan, Beit Shean & Dead Sea
This morning we travel to the Golan Heights for a visit to the Bentel Outpost overlooking Syria and Mt. Hermon where we enjoy a special time of prayer.
Nearby we visit Tel Dan where the Israelites fell into pagan worship. Returning south, we enjoy views across the Sea of Galilee toward the Decapolis before continuing to Beit Shean (Scythopolis), one of Israel’s most impressive archaeological sites.
This is where the Philistines displayed the bodies of Saul and his sons after the battle of Mt. Gilboa (I Samuel 31). During the time of Jesus it was known as Scythopolis, one of the chief cities of the Decapolis.
Traveling south through the Jordan Valley we witness the remarkable agricultural restoration of the Land of Milk and Honey. Passing ancient Jericho, we descend to the lowest place on earth, the Dead Sea, where we’ll have time to enjoy a float and spa experience before dinner.
Overnight: Dead Sea – David Hotel
Day 6 – Sunday, March 5, 2028: Explore the Dead Sea & Up to Zion
Today begins with a cable car ride to the summit of Masada where our guide recounts the famous stand of the Jewish Zealots.
We continue to Ein Gedi where David hid from Saul and where King Jehoshaphat witnessed God’s miraculous victory through praise and worship.
Next we visit Qumran where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered before beginning our ascent to Jerusalem—the City of Gold.
Along the way we stop at the Jericho Overlook to view one of the oldest cities in the world.
Overnight: Jerusalem – Dan Hotel
Day 7 – Monday, March 6, 2028: Around Jerusalem, Bible Times
We begin our day at the Israel Museum where we view the Dead Sea Scrolls and the detailed model of First Century Jerusalem.
Next we travel to the Valley of Elah where David defeated Goliath before continuing to Beit Shemesh.
Following dinner we gather for devotion, fellowship and discussion.
Overnight: Jerusalem – Dan Hotel
Day 8 – Tuesday, March 7, 2028: Jesus’ Steps, the Last Days
The day begins with a panoramic view from the Mount of Olives overlooking the Temple Mount, Mount Moriah and the Dome of the Rock.
We walk down to the Garden of Gethsemane (Church of All Nations), one of the most moving experiences of the pilgrimage, where we remember Jesus’ prayer before His arrest.
Walking among the ancient olive trees, we spend time in Scripture, worship and personal reflection.
Entering the Old City through Stephen’s Gate, we visit:
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Pool of Bethesda
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St. Anne’s Church
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Antonia Fortress
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The pit where Christ may have suffered
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Via Dolorosa
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Western Wall
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Western Wall Tunnels
Dinner will be served back at our Jerusalem hotel as we reflect together on another unforgettable day.
Overnight: Jerusalem – Da n Hotel
Day 9 – Wednesday, March 8, 2028: City of David, Pentecost & Garden Tomb
Today is our final full day in the Land of the Bible.
After breakfast we visit the House of Caiaphas where Jesus was beaten, mocked and lowered into the dungeon. This is a special time of worship, repentance and reflection.
Next we explore the City of David, viewing the Pool of Siloam and, weather permitting, walking through Hezekiah’s Tunnel.
We continue to the Southern Steps and Southern Wall excavations of the Temple Mount where Jesus taught and where the early believers gathered.
Our final stop is the Garden Tomb where we visit Golgotha, the beautiful garden and the empty tomb.
We conclude with Communion, worship, singing and a final challenge from God’s Word before returning to the hotel for dinner and time to freshen up before departing for Ben Gurion Airport for our overnight flight home.
Day 10 – Thursday, March 9, 2028: Arrive Home
We arrive home with unforgettable memories, new friendships, and a deeper appreciation for the land of the Bible and the God of Israel.
