| Day 1: Friday FEB 12 |
Departure co 90 at 10:50 pm
Today we embark on our Journey to the Holy Land. Prepare
yourself for a life-changing experience. Get some rest
on the flight tomorrow you will be walking where Jesus
walked! | |
| Day 2: Saturday FEB 13 |
Arrive Israel at 4:10 pm
We arrive at Ben Gurion Airport where we will be met by
our Israeli guide who will accompany us during our entire
stay in Israel. We travel northward to our hotel for one
night in the coastal area near Tel Aviv. The remainder of
the day is free to walk along the Mediterranean, relax,
and have dinner. The time is right for a personal devotional
with the sunset over the "Great Sea." Enjoy a time of
prayer of thanks for safety and the special blessings
ahead, a prayer for the people of this land, and a good
night’s rest. Welcome dinner.
Over night GRAND BEACH HOTEL Tel Aviv | |
| Day 3: Sunday FEB 14 |
Caesarea, Megiddo & Nazareth
After breakfast, we travel by private motor coach along
the coast of the Mediterranean Sea to Caesarea, where
Gentiles first heard the Good News from Peter and were
baptized. We’ll see the Roman Amphitheatre and aqueduct,
and then journey on to Mt. Carmel, where Elijah
challenged King Ahab and the prophets of Baal. Next we
travel through the Jezreel Valley to Megiddo, the
Armageddon Battlefield, where archaeologists have
unearthed 20 levels of civilization. We drive through the
area of Cana and Nazareth, the boyhood home of Jesus,
where we visit the Nazareth Village - a wonderful recreation
of Biblical times with costumed guides. We will have
dinner and overnight lodging for the next two nights in
the Tiberias area on the Sea of Galilee.
Over night Kibbutz Nof Ginosar hotel Galillee | |
| Day 4: Monday FEB 15 |
Capernaum, Dan, Caesarea
Philippi & Mount of Beatitudes
Following breakfast, our morning travels take us to two
valuable northern sites emphasizing the loss of God’s
blessing on Israel. Dan is where the children of Israel fell
to the depths of pagan worship and Caesarea Philippi
which is also the site of Peter’s Confession. In order to
save valuable time, a box lunch will be provided. In
Capernaum we will visit the ruins of an ancient synagogue
and Peter’s home. Then we travel on to the site of the
multiplication of loaves and fishes and the Mount of the
Beatitudes overlooking the Sea. After viewing the ancient
Fisherman Boat at an operating Kibbutz, we enjoy a
relaxing cruise on the Sea of Galilee. A brief scripture
reading and devotional on board brings to life the experiences
of Jesus and the fishermen disciples concluding a
wonderful day.
Over night Kibbutz Nof Ginosar hotel Galillee | |
| Day 5: Tuesday FEB 16 |
Jordan River Baptism Site, Beth Shean & Dead Sea
We begin our day with a visit to the Jordan River Baptismal
site. Next we travel southward to Beit-
Shean/Scythopolis, the most magnificent archeological site
in Israel, located at the strategic juncture of the Jezreel
and Jordan valleys. Like Jericho, it has been almost continuously
occupied throughout history. After defeating
Saul and his sons on Mt. Gilboa, the Philistines hanged
their bodies on the walls of Beit-Shean. During the
intertestamental period, the city was renamed the
"Scythopolis." Archaeologists have uncovered a huge
number of ruins of the Roman/Byzantine Scythopolis.
During the time of Jesus, Scythopolis was one of the chief
cities of the Decapolis - a league of ten cities sharing
Greek culture and government. Following the fertile Jordan
Valley southward, your guide will point out the agricultural
restoration of the "Land of Milk and Honey," the
Kibbutz system and Israel’s intricate irrigation development.
We pass ancient Jericho, view from a distance this
city famed as the oldest in the world, visit the lowest place
on earth - THE DEAD SEA. Spend time in the special spa
and enjoy a dip in the Dead Sea for a relaxing float before
dinner.
Over Night Grand court hotel Jerusalem | |
| Day 6: Wednesday FEB 17 |
Masada, Ein Gedi, Dead Sea
Scrolls, Abraham’s Tent
Our day begins with a cable car ride to the mountain top
fortress of Masada. Here our guide will treat us to the history
of the famous zealot stand. Afterwards we proceed to
Ein Gedi, "Spring of the Goat," an oasis on the western
shore of the Dead Sea. Because of its warm climate and
abundant supply of water, the site developed a reputation
for its fragrant plants and date palm groves. This is where
King David hid from Saul, and where God defeated the
enemies of the Israelites by praise and worship led by
King Jehoshaphat. Next, we visit Qumran Caves where
the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered. This afternoon we
will take part in the Genesis Land/Dinner in Abraham’s
Tent, where we enjoy a trip back in time: a reliving of life
in the time of the Patriarchs, complete with costume, dramatic
presentation, and authentic food. Our lodging for
the next four nights will be in Jerusalem.
Over Night Grand court hotel Jerusalem | |
| Day 7: Thursday FEB 18 |
Around Jerusalem, Bible Times,
Holocaust Museum
Passing by the Protestant Cemetery, we visit the "Upper
Room" just outside the Zion Gate where the disciple
whom Jesus loved laid his head on His breast and where
later Thomas cried, "my Lord & my God." An interesting
and educational time awaits us at the Israeli Museum.
Walk through collections of centuries old Israeli artifacts
including the Dead Sea Scrolls, and a then a guided walk
through an accurately detailed model of Biblical
Jerusalem will help to prepare you for what you will experience
in the following days. We conclude the day with a
visit to Yad Vashem, the Holocaust Museum, for a needed
reminder of what the Jews have suffered as a people.
Over Night Grand court hotel Jerusalem | |
| Day 8: Friday FEB 19 Jesus’ Steps, the Last Days - Messianic
Lecture |
Today we walk where Jesus walked; beginning the day
with a panoramic view of the city, Mount Moriah and the
Dome of the Rock from atop the Mount of Olives and then
the Garden of Gethsemane. How many have wished to be
whisked back in time to get a glimpse of our Lord or hear
His voice if only for a moment? To walk between the
ancient olive trees, read the scriptures of Jesus’ prayer
and take time for personal reflection is important here.
Next we visit the House of Caiaphas where Jesus was
beaten and spit upon. See a pit where he may have been
held for the evening and the ancient hillside steps he
walked as he was taken to be condemned. On our way
into the city we will visit the Wailing Wall and then the
fascinating Rabbinical Tunnels leading us through the
Second Temple era. The tunnel and exhibit give a clear
understanding of the amazing construction of the Temple
Mount, giant stones, water supply and Roman street
where our Lord was led to judgment. Before exiting the
tunnel we see the immense cornerstone rejected by the
builders. We move on to the Judgment Hall of Pilate, hear
of those who conspired against Him and are reminded of
His brutal beating and humiliation. From here we will
also be able to see the Pool of Bethesda, Stephen’s Gate
and St. Ann’s Church. This evening we enjoy a special lecture
by a local believer prior to dinner, giving us a perspective
of Messianic life in Israel.
Over Night Grand court hotel Jerusalem | |
| Day 9: Saturday FEB 20 |
DEPARTURE DAY CO 085 at 11:15am
Arrive Newark, NJ at 4:40 pm | |
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Inspirational Tour of the Holy Land
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12- 20 February 2010 |
With
Dr. Thomas L. Robinson |
Tour Package Includes
- Roundtrip Air to Tel Aviv - 7 Days, 7 Hotel Nights.
- Transportation and entrance fees to all sites
- Grand court, Jerusalem - Kibbutz Nof Ginosar Sea of Galilee -Grand Beach, Tel Aviv
- Israeli buffet breakfast and dinners daily at your Hotels
- 7 Days of touring with one of Israel's best tours guides
- Deluxe Touring in Air Conditioned Motor Coach
- Group Arrival and departure transfers with assistance
- All Entrance fees as per itinerary - Portage
- Caesarea/ Megiddo/ Tiberias/ Capernaum/ Boat Ride/ Nazareth/ Tabgha / Fishermans
Boat/ Jordan River Baptismal Site/ Jerusalem – New & Old City/ Bethlehem/ Dead Sea/
- Muhraka/ Mount Beatitudes/ Kursi/ Beit Shean/ Shrine of the Book/ Massada/ Qumran/
Dip in the Dead Sea/ Western Wall Tunnels/ Mont Moriah/ Mount of Olives/ Garden of
Gethsemane/ Mary Magdelene/ St. Anne/ Via Dolorosa/ Monastery of St. John/ Garden
Tomb.
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| A GREAT TOUR FILLED WITH MEANINGFUL EXPERIENCES AND FUN ! |
- Land Only $1390* Prices are based on double occupancy
- Reduction for 3rd person in room $33 Single room Supliment $502
- Added to invoice Tips for Guide and Driver $85
- Travel Insurnace $139.00 per person (optional)
*Prices are based on a minimum of 15 participants
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