Itinerary
Day 1: In the Footsteps of Jesus - Nazareth & the Sea of Galilee
Stop At: Mary's Well, Nazareth Israel
The place where it all began...
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: St. Gabriel's Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation, Paul VI Street, Nazareth Israel
The orthodox church of annunciation. Why there are two?!
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Nazareth market, Al-Bishara St 13, Nazareth, Israel
Colorful market, fresh fruits, great Arabic Coffee and local delicacies.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Church Of Annunciation, Al-Bishara St 12, Nazareth 1622012 Israel
Where the word became flesh...
The biggest church in the Middle East is dedicated to Mary and thus includes various artistic representations of Mary and Jesus from all over the world. Many of them hold fascinating stories.
Inside the church, the home of the Holy family!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Tabgha, Tiberias Israel
The miracle of the multiplication of the fish and the loaves
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Church of the Primacy of Peter, Highway 87, Tabgha Israel
Do you love me?!?
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Capharnaum the Town of Jesus, Capernaum Israel
The original house of Peter, an ancient synagogue, a floating church and much more...
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Mount Of Beatitudes, Capernaum Israel
The sermon on the mountain - the true message of Jesus!
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Magdala, Tzomet Migdal N/n, Migdal 14950 Israel
Magdala is truly the crossroads of Jewish and Christian history!
A surprising archeological discovery, next to a beautiful modern church at the shore of the Sea of Galilee, connecting past and present.
Duration: 45 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Holy City of Jerusalem and Bethlehem
Stop At: Mount of Olives, Mt of Olives, Jerusalem
The most beautiful viewpoint of Jerusalem. It is the perfect place to learn about the history of the city as well as the different traditions of the main religions.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Gethsemane, Jerusalem
The last night of Jesus as a free man.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Old City of Jerusalem, Jerusalem Israel
Walk inside the walls of the Old City and discover its ancient history while passing through all its 4 quarters, visiting the holiest sites in the world in "the most explosive place on earth" - hence understanding the complexity of Jerusalem, Israel, and the middle east through this one square kilometer.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: The Western Wall Plaza, Jerusalem
The wailing wall, the holiest place for all Jews (is it?). Why is this wall holy? and which traditions are related to it?
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: The Way of the Cross - Via Dolorosa, Via Dolorosa Old Town, Jerusalem Israel
The stations of the cross
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem
The holiest site in the world for almost all of all the Christian denominations. Where Jesus was crucified, buried and resurrected Religion, history, and archeology merge inside the old walls of the Church.
Including answers to the riddles:
"Who moved my ladder?"
and
"How many people does it take to replace a lightbulb in that holy site?"
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Church of the Nativity, Manger St, Bethlehem Palestinian Territories
The Church of the Nativity is one of the oldest working churches in existence today. The first Church was built by the Roman Emperor Constantine in the 4th century AD, over the grotto where Mary gave birth to Jesus.
Inside the grotto of the Nativity Church there are fourteen point silver stars that marks the exact spot of Jesus’ birth. An inscription on the star states: Hic de Virgin Maria Jesus Christus Natus Est – meaning “Here Jesus Christ was born to the Virgin Mary.”
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: The Dead Sea and Masada Desert Adventure
Stop At: Masada National Park, Masada 8698000 Israel
Masada is the perfect place to satisfy your inner history nerd!
Be impressed by the mesmerizing structures built by King Herod, and be amazed by the dramatic story of the brave zealots fighting the Roman army.
Trust us, it's a lot more exciting than binge-watching another Netflix show.
Admission including cable car ~20 USD pp
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Dead Sea Region, Dead Sea Region
Finish the day with a nice dip in the lowest point on earth -a sea full of minerals guarantees you will feel 20 years younger.
Do not forget to bring a newspaper for the perfect photo - reading and chilling while floating over the water...
Tips for professionals:
Do not head dive...
If you do - do not rub your eyes and wash them with the sea water
Why is it called the Dead Sea? Do not mess with the deadly sharks ;)
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Ein Gedi, Ein Gedi, Dead Sea Region
Optional: Ein Gedi is home to a diverse range of botanical species, including over 900 types of plants, many of which are endemic to the region. The reserve boasts a rich array of flora, including date palms, tamarisks, and reeds that thrive in the desert environment.
The botanical richness of Ein Gedi adds to the unique and captivating experience of visiting this natural wonder.
Pass By: Dead Sea
Optional:
Dead Sea SPA - incl. 30 min Massage, heated dead Sea pools, sulfur pools, and private beach at the Dead Sea!
Stop At: Harei Yehuda, Israel
Driving to the area of Masada and the Dead Sea takes about 2 hrs each direction.
Duration: 4 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.