Heritage of the Holyland Tour

Discover sites of biblical and historical importance on our Heritage of the Holyland Tour - a 7 night guided tour with a focus on Christianity. Visit sites that played an important role in Jesus’ life – Bethlehem; Capernaum, Tabgha and the Mount of Beatitudes on the shores of the Sea of Galilee; Nazareth and Cana; Jerusalem - including the Mount of Olives, the Garden of Gethsemane, the Via Dolorosa, Calvary and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Other key sites visited on the tour include Caesarea, Megiddo (Armageddon), Qumran, Masada and the Dead Sea

7 Nights
Mobile & printed vouchers accepted

Highlights

  • Jaffa * Caesarea * Megiddo
  • Tiberias * Sea of Galilee
  • Capernaum * Tabgha * Mount of Beatitudes * Yardenit Baptismal Site
  • Golan Heights * Banias * Nazareth * Cana * Beit Alpha
  • Masada * Qumran * Dead Sea
  • Jerusalem * Israel Museum * Bethlehem * Church of the Nativity
  • Dead Sea Scrolls * Yad Vashem * Ein Karem
  • Western Wall * Temple Mount * Via Dolorosa * Church of Holy Sepulchre
  • Mount Zion * Tomb of King David * Room of the Last Supper
  • Mount of Olives * Garden of Gethsemane

Includes

  • 7 nights hotel accommodation on bed and breakfast basis.
  • Transfers from/to airport on arrival and departure.
  • Sightseeing in a modern air conditioned motor-coach.
  • Service of a Government licensed guide on all touring days.
  • Entrance fees to sites on the program.

Excludes

  • Porterage at airport.
  • Tipping for guide, driver and hotel staff.
  • Beverages with meals.

Please Note

  • Children under the age of 5 (including infants) are not permitted on the tour.
  • Entry visas/approvals - Please see the important information provided in the FAQ section regarding entry requirements.

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Thursday - Arrival
Day 1 is arrival day. Touring begins the next day, so you can arrive at any time on any flight to Ben Gurion Airport, Tel Aviv.
• Upon arrival to Ben Gurion Airport, Tel Aviv, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Tel Aviv.
• Overnight in Tel Aviv.

Friday - Tel Aviv / Caesarea / Megiddo / Tiberias
• Your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel.
• Visit the port city of Jaffa (Joppa) where we will take a short walking tour in picturesque alleys of the old, fortified town. Pass by the house of Simon the Tanner and marvel at the views from the hill top.
• Drive north along the coastal road - Via Maris, to the archaeological ruins of Caesarea, built by Herod the Great in honor of Augustus Caesar.
• From here we go on to visit Megiddo where the book of Revelations mentions a great battle at the place called "Armageddon", an ancient city inhabited continuously for more than five millennia (6000-500 B.C.).
• After exploring the ancient ruins, drive towards the Sea of Galilee, stopping at Cana to visit the Wedding Church where Jesus performed his first miracle, turning water into wine.
• Arrive at Tiberias and check-in to your hotel.

Saturday - Sea of Galilee / Golan Heights
• Drive to the southern part of the Sea of Galilee to visit the Yardenit Baptismal Site.
• Visit the sites on the north shore, the stage for many of the events in Jesus' life.
• Drive along the shore of the sea to Capernaum – known as “His Town”, the center of Jesus’ ministry, where he spent much time healing the sick and performing miracles.
• On to Tabgha, the site of Christ’s miracle of feeding the 5,000, visiting the Church of Multiplication, where the mosaic floor depicts a basket with loaves and two fishes and the Church of the Primacy of St Peter, commemorating Jesus' reinstatement of Peter as chief among the Apostles.
• Continue to the Mount of Beatitudes overlooking the sea, where Jesus preached the “Sermon on the Mount” and it is believed that he picked his 12 apostles.
• Ascend to the Golan Heights for a panoramic view of the peaks of Mt. Hermon and the rugged Golan plateau.
• Visit Banias (Caesarea Philippi), one of the sources of the River Jordan, where Jesus took his disciples, revealing his purpose and His Church before his last trip to Jerusalem, and where Simon identified Jesus as the Messiah.
• Return to Tiberias for another night in town.

Sunday - Nazareth / Beit Alpha / Jordan Valley / Jerusalem
• Sail on a boat on the Sea of Galilee to experience the tranquility and scenery little changed during the past 2000 years (subject to conditions and extra fee if available).
• Travel through the Galilee to Nazareth, where Jesus spent his childhood, and the Church of Annunciation, built on the site where archaeologists believe the Archangel Gabriel appeared to the Virgin Mary. You will also see Mary’s Well and Joseph’s Church.
• Visit the ancient synagogue at Beit Alpha, located at the foot of the northern slopes of the Gilboa Mountains which has one of most preserved and beautiful mosaics in Israel.
• Drive through the Jordan Valley, passing by Jericho, before ascending through the Judean Mountains to Jerusalem.
• Overnight at your Jerusalem hotel.

Monday - Masada & Dead Sea
• Through remarkable scenery of the Dead Sea, we travel to Masada which is situated on an isolated cliff in the Judean Desert. The site was declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2001.
• Ascend by cable car to the fortress, which was the last stronghold of the Jewish zealots in their war against the Romans. Visit the excavations, King Herod’s palace, the synagogue, bathhouse and much more. Enjoy the breathtaking view of the Roman camps and the Dead Sea below.
• Visit the site of the Qumran Caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered.
• Nearly 1,300 feet below sea level, the Dead Sea is the lowest point on the earth’s surface. Bring your swimsuit as if weather permits it is possible to “float” on the salty, mineral-rich, water.
• Return to Jerusalem for an overnight.

Tuesday - Jerusalem
• Start the day at the Israel Museum’s Shrine of the Book with the famous Dead Sea Scrolls, then a visit to the beautifully renovated model of the Herodian city of Jerusalem, dating back to the time of the Second Temple.
• Visit Yad Vashem the official memorial to the Jewish victims of the Holocaust, established in 1953, located at the foot of Mt. Hertzl.
• Enjoy Ein Karem; a picturesque village in the south western outskirts of Jerusalem. This small village has great significance in Christian traditions, since this is where, according to tradition, John the Baptist was born.
• Visit Bethlehem - the birthplace of Jesus at the Church of the Nativity and Manger Square.
• Return to your Jerusalem hotel.

Wednesday - Jerusalem
• Enjoy the spectacular panoramic view of Jerusalem - the holy city for each of the world’s three great religions – Christianity, Judaism and Islam, from atop the Mount of Olives.
• Visit the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus spent his last night and was betrayed by Judas.
• Just outside the Old City, visit Mount Zion, with the traditional tomb of King David and the Room of the Last Supper.
• Enter the Old City of Jerusalem where you will see the Western Wall and the actual site of the Second Temple, the Temple Mount.
• Walk the Way of the Cross, the Via Dolorosa, to Calvary and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, housing both the traditional site of Crucifixion and the Tomb of the Resurrection.
• Return to your hotel for overnight.

Thursday - Departure
• Transfer to Ben Gurion Airport for departure.

Please note that the sequence of the tour and sites visited may be amended due to circumstances at the company’s or the guide’s discretion.


Discover the sacred land where Jesus walked and Christianity took root on a 7-day guided Heritage of the Holyland Tour of Israel. This unforgettable journey will lead you through the most significant sites of Christian history, offering a profound and moving experience.
Visit Jerusalem, the heart of Christianity. Explore the Old City, walking the Via Dolorosa, the path Jesus walked to his crucifixion. Stand in awe at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, believed to encompass both Golgotha and Jesus' tomb. Visit the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus prayed before his arrest, and the Mount of Olives, offering breathtaking views of the city.
Journey to Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus, and marvel at the Church of the Nativity. Venture north to Nazareth, where Jesus spent his childhood, and explore the Basilica of the Annunciation.
Travel to the Sea of Galilee, where Jesus calmed the storm and walked on water. Visit Capernaum, the center of Jesus' ministry Tabgha, the site of the miracle of the loaves and fishes and the Mount of Beatitudes, the site of the Sermon on the Mount.
This Heritage of the Holyland Tour offers an opportunity to delve deeply into the rich history of Christianity while connecting with your faith. Experienced guides will share insights and stories, bringing the Bible to life. The tour will provide profound moments of reflection and spiritual renewal as you walk in the footsteps of Jesus.


How much does it cost to go on a holy land tour?
The cost of the tour varies according to the standard of accommodation for your stays along the way. You can choose from basic tourist class hotels which are clean and tidy or deluxe standard hotels offering all the amenities.

What is the best way to visit the Holy Land?
The best way to visit the Holy Land and to gain an understanding of Israel - is on a guided tour, in the company of a qualified tour guide, who will share their extensive knowledge of history, geography, culture and much more, as they take you on a journey of a lifetime.

What does a holy land tour include?
Guided Holy Land tours offer a combination of the following:
Transportation: Guided tours include arrival and departure transfer from/to the airport and air-conditioned touring vehicle throughout the tour.
Accommodation: Tours provide comfortable hotel accommodations throughout the trip, with breakfast daily.
Guided sightseeing: An experienced and knowledgeable guide will lead you to the most important religious and historical sites, providing insights and commentary along the way.
Entrance fees: Entrance fees to all included attractions are covered by the tour cost.
Meals: The tour includes breakfast daily, with the option to add a supplement for dinner.

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Pickup Info

Upon arrival to Ben Gurion Airport, Tel Aviv, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Tel Aviv.

You will receive a welcome letter with pick up time and instructions for the first day of the tour which will be sent to your hotel. Instructions for the rest of your tour will be given by your tour guide, including details of your departure transfer times and/or any onward travel details to Jordan/Egypt (if applicable)