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03/05/12 - 03/14/12
03/12/12 - 03/21/12
03/19/12 - 03/28/12
04/18/12 - 04/27/12
05/14/12 - 05/23/12
05/30/12 - 06/08/12
06/25/12 - 07/04/12
09/03/12 - 09/12/12
10/15/12 - 10/24/12
10/22/12 - 10/31/12
10/29/12 - 11/07/12
11/05/12 - 11/14/12
11/07/12 - 11/16/12
11/12/12 - 11/21/12
01/14/13 - 01/23/13
01/28/13 - 02/06/13
02/04/13 - 02/13/13
02/11/13 - 02/20/13

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10-Day Biblical Tour of Israel w/ optional extension to Athens, Greece

Destination Countries: Israel, Optional Greece

10-Day
Tour

Itinerary

Day 01

DEPART USA
Tour members meet for our flight to Israel. After dinner is served, sit back and relax, enjoying the on-‐board entertainment as you prepare for this exciting adventure of a lifetime walking where Jesus walked.
Day 02

ARRIVE TEL AVIV
In Tel Aviv we are met by our agent who assists us through customs and security. We transfer to our motorcoach for a short drive to our hotel in Tel Aviv in time for our welcome dinner and overnight in Tel Aviv area.
Day 03

CAESAREA, MEGIDDO, MT. CARMEL, DRUZE VILLAGE, NAZARETH, CANA, GALILEE
Today we depart for the Galilee, visiting the following Biblical sites: Caesarea where Peter proclaimed the Good News to the Roman Centurion (Acts 9 & 25), Megiddo, Mt. Carmel where Elijah prayed and God defeated 450 prophets of Baal with fire from heaven (1 Kings 18). Time permitting we'll stop at the Druze village for a short lunch break. We continue to Nazareth (Luke 1 & 2) and Cana (John 2). While in Cana, where Jesus performed his first miracle at a wedding reception, those who would like to will have the opportunity to renew their marriage vows. We'll arrive in Tiberias for dinner and overnight on the shore of the Sea of Galilee.
Day 04

GALILEE, NAZARETH VILLAGE, MT. OF BEATITUDES, CAPERNAUM, BOAT RIDE, JORDAN RIVER
There is nothing like watching a sunrise on the Sea of Galilee from our hotel. We begin our sightseeing with a drive to Nazareth to visit the "Nazareth Village" with detailed explanation of what life was like during the time of Jesus. Afterwards we make our way to the Mt. of Beatitudes (Matthew 5-‐7), with time for reflection and worship. We make our way to Capernaum (Jesus' base for His early ministry), then board a replica wooden "Jesus Boat" for our boat ride on the Sea of Galilee. Our lunch stop includes the option of the special St. Peter's Fish for those interested (not included). Afterwards we see Gadara and then make our way to the River Jordan and the opportunity to step into that special river. Dinner and overnight in Tiberias.
Day 05

GOLAN HEIGHTS, CAESAREA PHILIPPI, TEL DAN, BEIT SHEAN, JERUSALEM
After breakfast we travel north for the Golan Heights and view the area from a special lookout. We drive to Caesarea Philippi, where Peter made the good confession of Christ as "the Son of the living God" (Matthew 16:13-‐16.). We will have a short hike/walk to Tel Dan where we will see the gate of Jeroboam and Gideon Springs. Afterwards, a visit to Beit Shean, one of the best preserved Decapolis Roman cities. In Beit Shean, the bodies of King Saul and his sons were hung from the city walls (1 Samuel 31:10-‐12) after they were defeated by the Philistines. We then ascend to the majestic city of Jerusalem in time for dinner and overnight. " I was glad when they said to me, 'Let us go to the house of the Lord.' Our feet are standing within your gates, O Jerusalem." (Psalm 122:1-‐2 NASB)
Day 06

MT. OF OLIVES, PALM SUNDAY ROAD, GARDEN OF GETHSEMANE, JEWISH QUARTER, TEMPLE MOUNT, CHURCH OF THE HOLY SEPULCHRE, SOUTHERN STEPS, BETHLEHEM
We begin the day on the beautiful Mt. of Olives to behold the breathtaking panorama of the Holy City. Our pilgrimage will proceed down the Old Palm Sunday Road to the Garden of Gethsemane with its ancient olive grove, and the Church of Agony, where tradition holds that Jesus prayed. We will enter Jerusalem through the Zion Gate, and walk to the holiest site in the whole Jewish world, the Western (Wailing) Wall of Herod's temple. Beyond the wall lies the 35 acre temple area purchased by King David (2 Samuel 24:18-‐25). On this site now stands El-‐Aksa Mosque, and the magnificent Dome of the Rock (the third holiest shrine in Islam). From the temple area, we make our way to St. Stephen's Gate, to walk the Via Dolorosa - including St. Anne's Crusader Church, Pools of Bethesda, the Pavement (where Jesus stood while being tried by Pilate), Ecce Homo Arch, and the ancient Cardo. We continue to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. A short walk takes us to stand on the original steps that Jesus walked on as he entered the Temple area. We conclude our sightseeing with a visit to Bethlehem. We pass by Rachel's tomb on the outskirts, and visit the Church of the Nativity and Shepherd's Field. We will have dinner and overnight in Jerusalem. After dinner we return to the Western Wall to visit the Rabbis' Tunnel.
Day 07

EIN GEDI, QUMRAN, MASADA, DEAD SEA FOR SWIM / FLOAT
After breakfast, we begin our sightseeing and begin our drive to the Wilderness, the road from Jerusalem to the Dead Sea region is a decent of 4,000 feet in 13 miles. Our first stop will be at Masada, where we will by way of cable car make our way to the fortress built by King Herod. Here we survey the ruins of fortifications, waterworks, synagogue, temples and palaces. From here we drive to Ein Gedi where David hid from King Saul. A short drive takes us to Qumran and the settlement of the first century sect known as the Essenes, authors of the Dead Sea Scrolls. Afterwards we follow the road south along the western shore of the Dead Sea. We will make a special stop at the Dead Sea (the lowest spot on earth) for a short swim. Time and conditions permitting, we'll include a short visit to Jericho. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.
Day 08

SHRINE OF THE BOOK, MODEL CITY, HEZEKIAH’S TUNNEL, GARDEN TOMB
After breakfast we visit the Shrine of the Book Museum, where the Dead Sea Scrolls are displayed. You will be fascinated by the 1:50 scale model of Jerusalem as it would have appeard in Jesus' time. Next we drive to Hezekiah's Tunnel (conditions permitting). Be sure to bring a flashlight and good water shoes with you, as you will get wet walking through the tunnel. From here we make our way to the Church of Agony at St. Peter Gallicantu. Afterwards we visit Golgotha and the Garden Tomb for worship and communion. Overnight in Jerusalem.
Day 09

JERUSALEM
Today is without aplanned schedule. It's a special opportunity to collect your thoughts, and revisit the places of most interest to you. We will suggest several options including the Rockefeller and Hebrew Museums displaying a wealth of archeological treasure. Return for a last look within the walls and visit the Old City for souvenirs, where bargaining is a must. Farewell Dinner and evening transfer to Ben Gurion Airport for our return flight back home. OPTIONAL ATHENS, GREECE EXTENSION: TEL AVIV, ATHENS, ACROPOLIS, MARS HILL Morning transfer to Ben Gurion Airport for our short flight to Athens, Greece. We arrive in Athens, after we pass thru customs and security. We are met by our Greek representative and transferred to our motorcoach for our sightseeing tour of Athens, to include a visit to the Acropolis - Parthenon and then a short walk to visit Mars Hill where Paul preached to the populace of Athens. After our visit we will continue to the Plaka area for some free time to explore, shop in the picturesque Athens Square with its many shops, boutiques and sidewalk restaurants. We will enjoy a typical Taverna Greek Style dinner at our hotel, overnight Athens.
Day 10

DEPART TEL AVIV FOR U.S.A
We arrive back to the USA in the morning. The close of an unforgettable tour, we take home wonderful memories of the Old and New Testament, a renewal of our faith, and a greater understanding of the life of our Lord. OPTIONAL ATHENS, GREECE EXTENSION: CORINTH and CENCHRAEAE After breakfast we begin our sightseeing tour to Corinth, the city where Paul met Aquilla and Priscilla, the tent makers, and where the Lord spoke to Paul by a vision saying, "I am with thee, and no man shall set on thee to hurt thee: for I have much people in this city" (Acts 18: 10). Here, Crispus, the chief ruler of the synagogue believed in the Lord, and many Corinthians as well hearing Paul, believed and were baptized (Acts 18:8); thus, began the church at Corinth to whom Paul wrote two epistles. Visit the Archaeological Museum, the Market Place and Temples. Walk among the ruins and stand on the Bema where Paul stood before Gallio facing charges brought by the Jews that were dropped. Paul stayed awhile in Corinth before leaving for Syria from the port at Cenchraeae (Acts 18: 12-‐18). Return to Athens for dinner and overnight.
Day 11

ATHENS, USA
Morning transfer to Athens Airport for our return flight home. We arrive back to the US the same day.