Overview
Experience the profound historical and spiritual heritage of the Holy Land on this 4-day tour. Begin in Jerusalem with stunning views from the Mount of Olives and explore the revered sites of the Old City. Continue to Bethlehem and Jerusalem’s New City highlights on the second day. On the third day, visit the ancient city of Jericho, the archaeological site of Qumran, and the historic fortress of Masada. Conclude with a visit to the significant biblical locations around the Sea of Galilee and Nazareth before crossing back to Jordan via the Allenby border.
Tour Highlights
- Mount of Olives: Enjoy a panoramic view of Jerusalem and visit the Church of the Pater Noster, featuring the Lord’s Prayer in numerous languages.
- Garden of Gethsemane: Reflect amidst ancient olive trees where Jesus prayed before his arrest.
- Western Wall: Touch the sacred stones of this revered site, a remnant of the Second Temple.
- Haram Al Sharif: View the Al-Aqsa Mosque and the shimmering Dome of the Rock, significant in Islamic tradition.
- Via Dolorosa: Walk the path of Jesus' suffering, ending at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, the site of the crucifixion and resurrection.
- Jaffa Gate: Exit through this historic gateway and explore the vibrant bazaars.
- Church of the Nativity: Visit the birthplace of Jesus, one of the oldest continuously operating churches in the world.
- Shepherd’s Fields: Experience the biblical site where angels announced Jesus' birth to shepherds.
- Jerusalem’s New City: Choose to visit either the bustling Mahane Yehuda Market, the poignant Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum, or the Israel Museum, home to the Dead Sea Scrolls.
- Jericho: Drive past the Good Samaritan Inn to Jericho, the oldest city in the world, rich with ancient history and archaeological significance.
- Qumran: Explore the site where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered, offering a glimpse into ancient Jewish life and thought.
- Masada: Visit this ancient fortress in the Judean Desert, the site of the Jewish Zealots' last stand against the Romans, and enjoy the stunning views of the Dead Sea.
- Capernaum: Visit the ancient synagogue where Jesus taught and explore the remains of this once-thriving town on the shores of the Sea of Galilee.
- Mount of Beatitudes: Stand at the site of the Sermon on the Mount, where Jesus delivered some of his most famous teachings.
- Tabgha: See the location where the miracle of the feeding of the 5000 is believed to have occurred.
- Church of the Primacy: Reflect at the spot where Jesus instructed Peter to continue his work, and experience the unique opportunity to walk on the waters of the Sea of Galilee.
- Nazareth: Explore the boyhood home of Jesus, now a bustling city, and visit the Church of the Annunciation, a major pilgrimage site adorned with decor reflecting visitors from around the world.
