Day 1: Arrive Israel
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 to our hotel for one night in Ariel the Modern Capital of Samaria. The remainder of the day is free to walk along the city, relax, and have dinner.

Day 2: Samaria Scroll
Tel Shiloh, Mt. Garazim, Alon Moreh, Meeting with Settlers in a New Settlement, return to Ariel for Overnight

Day 3: In the Footsteps of Jesus in the Galilee: Boat ride on Sea of Galilee, Ancient Boat at Ginosar, Tabgha, Capernaum, Mt. Beatitudes, Bethsaida, Kursi
Following breakfast, our morning travels take us to 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.

Day 4: The Northern Reaches of the Promised Land: Safed, Tel Dan, Golan Heights, Katzrin
Today we begin the day at the Safad, the city of the “Mekobalim”, Cabala rabbis and visit the grave of the great rabbi of mystic at Mirron Mt. After we visit at Safad. Tour the Golan Heights, at the 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. with it’s valleys, grazing land and snow capped mountains. Visit Katzrin, new city at the Golan Heights. Return to hotel for dinner and overnight

Day 5: Jordan Valley & 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, before coming to our lodging for the evening at the Dead Sea – the lowest place on earth. Overnight at Kibbutz Guesthouse by the Dead Sea

Day 6: The Judean Wilderness: Qumran, Ein Gedi, Masada and climb down the Old Roman Ramp, Arad
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. Overnight will be in Arad.

Day 7: Judea: Hebron, Cave of Machpela, Jewish Quarter of Hebron, Overnight in Jerusalem
Following breakfast, our morning travels take us to Hebron, the city of the Fathers. We walk trough the Jewish Quarter to Cave of Machpela, graves of the Fathers, Place of Jews and Muslims believers. We will look closely on the life of Jews and Arab in this sensitive area. Next we travel over wonderful villages to Jerusalem for overnight.

Day 8: In the Footsteps of Jesus-the Holy City: Mt. of Olives, Palm Sunday Road, Garden of Gethsemane, Via Dolorosa, Pool of Bethesda, Jewish Quarter, Cardo, Garden Tomb
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 a top 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. 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 Garden Tomb, where we celebrate the resurrection with communion and a time of praise. 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.

Day 9: Home
We enjoy our final meal and continue to the airport for our flight home. Returning home with unforgettable memories and new friends that are forever.

Important Note: Although the itinerary above obviously emphasizes the spiritual aspect of this marvelous country, our guides are also experts in and passionate about the miracle of the return of the Jews and the restoration of the state of Israel. This fact, along with many modern day topics (military, politics, education, and other cultural aspects), will be woven into the commentary in order to give you well rounded information.

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