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Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne Airport 06:15 am Emirates Flight Number EK409 to Dubai 13:05 Emirates
Flight Number EK121 Dubai to Istanbul 17:55 (4h 35min)
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Türkiye, Türkiye
Fly and Stay Airport Hotel - Booking.com
Check In 01:00pm Check Out 11:30 am
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Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
Istanbul Airport 07:00am Turkish Airlines Flight Number TK784 to Tel Aviv 09:05
am (2hrs 5mins)
Carmel Central - Booking.com
Check In 11:00am (early check in approved)
Check Out 11:00am
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Jerusalem, Israel
The Market Courtyard - Expedia.com
Check in 3:00pm Check Out 11:00am
Booking Expedia
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Amman, Jordan
Tourist Israel Tour
Itinerary
DAY 1 - SHEIKH HUSSEIN, JERASH, AMMAN
* 05:30 - Pick up from Tel Aviv
* 06:30 - Pick up from Jerusalem
* 08:30 - Cross the border into Jordan
* 10:00 - Start your explorations with a short tour of Jerash. Jerash was part
of the Graeco-Roman Decapolis, the league of ten cities bound by strong
political, social and commercial interests. It's one of the best preserved
Roman towns outside Italy
* 12:00 - Continue to tour in the city of Amman - Jordan's sprawling capital
city.
* Walking in Amman visit the Citadel, the Roman ruins, and the Roman theater in
the most active center of the city, King Abdullah Mosque (outside visit)
* 17:00 - After a full day of exploring the sites, enjoy a relaxing evening in
your hotel and get ready for tomorrow’s adventure
* Overnight in Amman
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Wadi Rum Village, Jordan
Tourist Isael Tour
Mt Nebo, Madaba,& Wadi Rum
Itinerary
* 08:00 - start your day at Mount Nebo - the place where Moses is buried. Enjoy
the wonderful view up from the mountain seeing the Jordan Valley, the Dead
Sea, and Jericho in the other bank of the Jordan River
* 10:00 - Drive to visit Madaba, best known for its Byzantine and Umayyad
mosaics, especially a large Byzantine-era mosaic map of The Holy Land. Visit
Madaba's most spectacular churches around the world: ST. George church where
you will find the Mosaic Map of Jerusalem painted on the floor of the church
* 12:00 - Drive towards Wadi Rum, and enjoy a jeep tour with the unique views
of the Wadi
* 18:00 - Arrive at the Bedouin campsite in Wadi Rum and enjoy an authentic
dinner in the desert setting
* 20:00 - Overnight in Wadi Rum (upgrades possible)
* Optional stargazing experience in the desert and sunset camel ride
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Wadi Musa, Jordan
Tourist Israel Tour
Wadi Rum & Petra
Itinerary
* Optional early morning camel ride at sunrise
* 08:00 - Enjoy Breakfast at the campsite enjoying the beautiful morning skies
of Wadi Rum
* 11:00 - Enter the amazing city of Petra: The two thousand-years-old city and
UNESCO world heritage site
* Visit the iconic sites and some of the beaten track places of Petra, those
spots who tourists are not usually able to see due to time restrictions
* Enjoy some free time to explore the site at your own pace (time permitting)
* 16:00 - Have lunch in a local restaurant
* 18:00 - Head to your hotel in Petra and have dinner
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Eilat, Israel
Tourist Israel Tour
Petra, Aqaba & Eilat
Itinerary
* 08:00 - Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Petra
* 09:00 - Head to Petra to enjoy some free time to explore the site at your own
pace
* Reach to those spots who tourists are not usually able to see due to time
restrictions
* 18:00 - Finally, go back to Aqaba and return to the israeli side of the
border and from there you'll get back to Jerusalem or Tel Aviv
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Eilat, Israel
Herbert Samuel The Reef Hotel
Check In: 04:00 pm
Check Out: 11:00 am
Booking on Agoda
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Jerusalem, Israel
Jerusalem Stone Apartment
Laurel booked on Stayz
Check In 15:00
Check Out before 11:00 am
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Netanya, Israel
Day 2: Arrive Israel- Oct. 18
Arrive in Israel and 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.” Meet
your Israeli guide, enjoy a time of prayer of thanks for safety and the special
blessings
ahead, a prayer for the people of the "Promised Land," and a good night’s rest
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Nazareth, Israel
Day 3: Caesarea, Megiddo & Nazareth- Oct. 19
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
Day 4: Dan, Caesarea Philippi, Capernaum, Magdala, Sea of Galilee Boat
Ride- Oct. 20
Following breakfast, our morning travels take us to two valuable northern sites.
Dan is where
the children of Israel fell to the depths of alternative sacrifice and Caesarea
Philippi, the site
of Peter’s Confession and pagan worship. We pass the possible site of the
multiplication of
loaves and fishes in Bethsaida and the Mount of the Beatitudes. Returning to
Tiberias for a
St. Peter’s Fish Lunch (other selections available), we then visit the ancient
Fisherman Boat
followed by 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. In
Capernaum
we view the excavations of the sea-side village and Peter’s home, followed by a
visit to
Magdala, home town of Mary Magdalene. The recent excavation of the First Century
Synagogue and well preserved village makes Magdala one of the most interesting
Biblical
sites in Israel.
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Dead Sea, Jordan
Day 5: Jordan River Baptism Site, Beth Shean, & Dead Sea- Oct. 21
We begin our day with the opportunity to be baptized at 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 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” and
Israel’s intricate
irrigation development. We pass ancient Jericho and view from a distance this
city famed as
the oldest in the world. To the east of Jericho along the Jordan River Valley
(Queser El Yehud)
is the Israeli side of Bethany Beyond the Jordan. In this area Jesus was
baptized by John the
Baptist, Elijah and Elisha crossed the Jordan, as well as where the children of
Israel, led by
Joshua, entered the Promised Land. Our lodging for the evening is at the Dead
Sea – the
lowest place on earth. Spend time in the special spa and enjoy a dip in the Dead
Sea for a
relaxing float before dinner.
Day 6: Masada, Ein Gedi, Dead Sea Scrolls, Abraham's Tent- Oct.
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Jerusalem, Israel
Day 6: Masada, Ein Gedi, Dead Sea Scrolls, Abraham's Tent- Oct. 22
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 three nights will be in Jerusalem.
Day 7: Around Jerusalem, Bible Times, Bethlehem- Oct. 23
Conditions permitting we will visit the Temple Mount, with commentary on the
Temple
Periods, and the variety of belief systems past and present that make this area
so
valuable. Next 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 afternoon we visit the Southern Wall Excavations. This
southern side
of The Temple was the main entrance for the common folk, whereas the Priests and
Levites
had their own entrance from the higher eastern side. Parts of the giant stairs,
which led to
the Temple Mount from the courtyard have been unearthed along with the
purification
pools. From here Jesus entered the Temple Mount and drove out the vendors and
money
exchangers who were exploiting the people. It is also likely that this is the
place that Peter
stood and preached and where thousands were saved and baptized on the Day of
Pentecost. We spend the remainder of the day surrounding the birth of Christ
with a visit to
Bethlehem.
Day 8: Jesus' Steps, Last Days, Way of Suffering, Garden Tomb- Oct. 24
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.
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." While walking along the Via Dolorosa, we are reminded
of His
way of suffering along with a visit to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. Our
guide will explain
the differing opinions on the route that Christ was led and the actual place of
crucifixion and
burial is a very interesting study. The climax of the day is the area of
Golgotha (place of the
skull) and the Garden Tomb, where we celebrate the resurrection with communion
and a
time of praise.
Day 9: Israel Museum, Friends of Zion Museum, House of Caiaphas, Yad
Vashem-Oct. 25
An interesting and educational time awaits us today at the Israeli Museum. Walk
through
collections of centuries-old Israeli artifacts including the Dead Sea Scrolls
and then a guided
walk through an accurately detailed model of Biblical Jerusalem. This model will
help put into
perspective all that we have seen over the previous days’ touring. We then visit
the Friends
of Zion Museum to learn of the 19th and 20th century heroes of the Jewish
people. Next, we
spend time at the House of Caiaphas where Jesus was beaten and spit upon. We 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. 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. This
evening
we enjoy a special lecture by a local believer prior to dinner, giving us a
perspective of
Messianic life in Israel.
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Jabal Mousa, Egypt
Day 11: Mt. Moses- Oct. 27
Following breakfast this morning we begin our tour along the Red Sea. We include
a stop
along the shore near the location where many believe to be the alternate
crossing site with a
view of Saudi Arabia and Jordan. Gazing across the Gulf of Aqaba, we can begin
to imagine
the miracle of the parting of the sea. Turning westward we learn of the rugged
terrain and
the history of this region en-route to St. Catherine’s Monastery at Mt. Sinai
(Mt. Horeb). Upon
arrival we visit the Monastery, claimed to be built around the area of Moses'
Burning Bush.
Following our visit we check into our nearby hotel and prepare for our afternoon
hike. Those
who desire and are physically capable will depart for a memorable walk up Mt.
Moses. You
may choose to ride a camel part way, stop at one of the stations to take in
scenery along the
climb to the summit (750 steps) for a sunset to remember. Once at the top, enjoy
a time of
praise and then depart down the mountain for a late evening overnight at the
hotel.
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Cairo, Egypt
Day 12: Sharm el-Sheikh, Cairo- Oct. 28
This morning we arise and travel southward to the beautiful Red Sea coastal city
of Sharm elSheikh. Enjoy free time for a stroll along the beach and lunch
before passing over the
Wilderness of Shur and the “Land of Goshen” arriving in Cairo and our place of
lodging for
the next two nights.
Day 13: Cairo - Pyramids and Museum- Oct. 29
An entire day of exploring the ancient treasures of Egypt awaits us today. We
spend time at
one of the seven wonders of the world- the pyramids. Cheops, with an original
height of 496
feet, is the most colossal pyramid ever built. Today, we will also see the
Sphinx and tour the
Egyptian Museum, location of Tutankhamon's treasures and ancient remains
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Cairo, Egypt
Pilgrim Tour Ends
Stay at Al Masa Hotel
Check in 2:00pm Check Out 12:00 pm
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Rove City Centre Motel
24 19B Deira - Dubai
Check In from 16:00 Check out 12-14:00
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Melbourne, Australia