Inspirational Encounters on the Israel Christian 8 Day Tour Package
Israel, the birthplace of Christianity, Mount of Olives, Jerusalem (Courtesy of Bein Harim Tours) 
The Church of Annunciation in Nazareth is a stunning display of stone, wood, and stained glass (Courtesy of Bein Harim Tours) 
Capernaum from the air: A town forever set in the memory of history (Courtesy of Bein Harim Tours) 
A bird’s eye view of Haifa from the spectacular Bahai Gardens (Courtesy of Bein Harim Tours) 
A vibrant sunset at Rosh HaNikra (Courtesy of Bein Harim Tours) 
The resplendent Church of Nativity (Courtesy of Bein Harim Tours) 
Desert homes dotted with green palms: The city of Jericho just like Bible times (Courtesy of Bein Harim Tours) 
Old City delights – ancient stone and structures in a modern world, Christian Quarter, Jerusalem (Courtesy of Bein Harim Tours) 
A fragrant array of spices in the Old City, Jerusalem (Courtesy of Bein Harim Tours)
Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial, Jerusalem (Courtesy of Bein Harim Tours)
Splendid artwork adorns the Church of All Nations, Jerusalem (Courtesy of Bein Harim Tours)
The regal Church of Dominus Flevit is surrounded by a courtyard and greenery (Courtesy of Bein Harim Tours)
The Lord’s Prayer in many languages at the Church of the Pater Noster (Courtesy of Bein Harim Tours)
Shady trees line the paths in the Garden of Gethsemane (Courtesy of Bein Harim Tours)
Via Dolorosa, the path of sorrow and hope, Old City, Jerusalem (Courtesy of Bein Harim Tours)
Salty deposits at the Dead Sea with the desert backdrop (Courtesy of Bein Harim Tours)
The fiery colors of a desert sunrise fill the sky, as seen from the top of Masada (Courtesy of Bein Harim Tours)
Floating on the salty Dead Sea (Courtesy of Bein Harim Tours)
The divine presence forever dwells in the Holy Land (Courtesy of Bein Harim Tours)
- Duration
8 days - Departure days
Every Day - Languages
English
Fill Your Souls on a Most Uplifting Christian Israel 8 Day Tour!
A Land of contrasts and beauty surrounded by a veil of holiness is what you can expect on this awe-inspiring tour of the Holy Land. Let our professional tour guides take you on this amazing tour steeped in Christian history and culture, from the churches tucked away in the hills of Jerusalem, to Nazareth, the waters of the Galilee, and the desert cities of Bethlehem and Jericho. And while you’re here, soak in the colors and fragrances of exotic markets, enjoy the beautiful Dead Sea scenery, and let the Old City of Jerusalem lift your soul even higher. Deepen your devotion as you take this fulfilling and exciting tour of a lifetime!
Highlights
Welcome to the Holy Land! After collecting your bags at Ben Gurion Airport, make your way to your hotel where you can shower, settle in, and unwind. The rest of the day will be free for you to wander the streets and soak in the exotic sights and sounds of Israel, or to relax in the hotel. Get ready for a sensational and uplifting tour! It begins tomorrow!
Overnight stay in Tel Aviv
- Church of Annunciation
- Church of St. Joseph
- Sea of Galilee
- Capernaum
- Church of Multiplication
- Yardenit Baptismal Site
The day begins with a scenic drive up north along the coast, and then inland towards the Valley of Armageddon with Megiddo visible in the distance. The road stretches across the Galilee to Nazareth, where you will visit the Church of Annunciation in all its splendor, as well as the Church of St. Joseph. You then continue until you make out a body of water in the distance – the Sea of Galilee surrounded by historical wonders. Along the way, you pass the ancient village of Cana, where Jesus turned water into wine. You can also make out the site of the famous Sermon on the Mount, the Mount of Beatitudes, becoming clear in the distance.
You arrive at Capernaum on the Galilee shore and enjoy a fascinating tour, and then visit the Church of the Multiplication in Tabgha. Keeping along the shoreline, with the magnificent backdrop of the Golan Heights across the water, you make your way past the city of Tiberius. The tour ends at the Yardenit baptism site on the Jordan River, before heading back for dinner and a good night’s sleep.
Overnight stay in Tel Aviv
- Caesarea National Park
- Roman Theatre of Caesarea
- Bahai Gardens, Haifa
- Rosh Hanikra Grottoes
- Acre Old City Market
- Acre Underground Crusader City
Today begins with a tour of Caesarea. The former Roman port city is a treasure of ancient Roman culture with interesting archeological remains, including a perfectly preserved Roman amphitheater and remains of a temple. You then continue northwards, passing through Haifa, where you stop to visit the historical German Colony neighborhood. Enjoy the tour of the Stella Maris Monastery and see the amazing, world-renowned Baha’i Shrine, with its spectacular gardens cascading down the mountain slope!
Our next stop is Rosh HaNikra, Israel’s northernmost point along the coast, near the Lebanese border. The cable car takes you down into the remarkable grottoes, created by the collision of waves against the rocks – a beautiful display of nature! You can also discover the remains of the Mandate-era railway to Lebanon. Then southwards to Acre, Israel’s largest Crusader city, where we marvel at its superb architecture and exotic markets, and tour fascinating structures from the Turkish and British mandate periods.
Overnight stay in Tel Aviv
- Tel Jericho
- Zacchaeus Sycamore Tree, Jericho
- Qasr al-Yahud Baptismal Site
- Manger Square
- Church of Nativity
- Church of St. Catherine
- Shepherds’ Field Chapel
This morning you will travel across the magical expanse of the Judean Desert, back through time to the ancient city of Jericho, where the walls came tumbling down and where the sycamore tree of Zaccheus still stands. Following a tour of Jericho, you pass the Mount of Temptation and continue to Qasr al-Yahud, the baptismal site of Jesus.
And then, Bethlehem, with a stop at Manger Square and a visit to the Church of Nativity, the site of the birthplace of Jesus. You proceed to the Church of St. Catherine alongside, and visit its cluster of underground caves holding ancient tombs and shrines. From there, you proceed to Shepherds’ Field Chapel and then back to the hotel.
Overnight stay in Jerusalem
- Byzantine-era Cardo
- Western Wall
- Church of the Holy Sepulcher
- Yad Vashem Holocaust Remembrance Center
From the lookout point on the Mount of Olives, you can see the Old City and Temple Mount, the site of the Jewish Temple before its destruction. If you look directly below, you can see the Garden of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations nestled neatly in the Kidron Valley. You then head for the Old City, and enter through the Zion Gate, passing through the Armenian Quarter on the way to the Jewish Quarter, where you can explore the Byzantine-era Cardo and main street, and then a stop at the Western Wall – a place of faith and hope for thousands of years.
Afterwards, make your way along the traditional pilgrim route of Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, site of Jesus’ crucifixion and his empty tomb from where he was resurrected.
Before leaving the Old City, you can soak in the sights and smells of the exotic market, and then depart through the Jaffa Gate for a short tour of the New City. Included is a visit to the Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial museum, where you will see authentic artifacts, original documents, photos, and video testimonials of Holocaust survivors.
Overnight stay in Jerusalem
- Chapel of Ascension
- Church of the Pater Noster
- Church of Dominus Flevit
- Church of All Nations
- Garden of Gethsemane
- The Pools of Bethesda
- Church of St. Anne
- Via Dolorosa
Today our church tour begins on the beautiful, green Mount of Olives, where you visit the Chapel of Ascension, the commemoration site of Jesus’ ascension, and the Church of the Pater Noster, which stands alongside the ruins of the fourth-century Byzantine Church of Eleona. You continue to the church of Dominus Flevit, just outside the Old City walls, where you will learn about its fascinating history and artifacts. The Church of All Nations and adjacent Garden of Gethsemane, a beautiful, yet agonizing part of Christian history offers another glimpse of the past. You can also easily see the nearby Pool of Bethesda.
Thereafter, you make your way into the Old City, with a stop at the Church of St. Anne and the Convent of the Sisters of Zion. Proceed through the via Dolorosa where Jesus walked on the way to His crucifixion.
Overnight stay in Jerusalem
- The Judean Desert
- Masada National Park
- The Dead Sea
After morning pick-up from Jerusalem, your experienced tour guide once again takes you south towards the sandy plains of the Judean Desert, and onwards, to sea level. At sea level, you stop to view the airy, sun-bronzed desert plains, while the ancient city of Jericho lies in the distance. Then onwards, even lower, to the lowest place on earth – the Dead Sea! Look out for the Inn of the Good Samaritan on the way!
You continue to the Dead Sea, following the salty shoreline towards Masada, where King Herod built his fortress, and the last Jewish outpost during the Roman era. Ascend to the top of the mountain in the cable car. After a wonderful tour of the ruins, you head back to the Dead Sea, passing the lush desert oasis of Ein Gedi on the way, as well as Qumran, site of the discovery of the 2,000 year old Dead Sea scrolls.
The rest of the day is spent at the Dead Sea, relaxing on the beach and in its waters, so dense with salt that it keeps you afloat! Spread Dead Sea mud on your skin, which is a natural mask, and soak up the brilliant desert sun.
Overnight stay in Jerusalem
se your time to pack and organize your bags. Hotel check out is at 11am. If you have an evening flight, you may leave your luggage at the hotel. Then head into the city for shopping and lunch; revisit a place you particularly enjoyed or simply walk around, breathing in the Jerusalem air and soaking in the atmosphere. We are always available to advise and help plan your last day on the Holy Land.
Depart for the airport filled with special, lasting memories of a meaningful, inspiring, and spiritual experience.
TOUR LANGUAGES BY DAY
Accommodation and Prices
Special notes
The tour includes:
- 6 fully-guided days with a first-rate, professional tour guide
- 7 nights hotel accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off service
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance fees, except for day 6 of the tour (see below)
The tour does not include:
- Lunch, dinner, drinks
- Airport transfers
- Entrance fees for day 6 of the tour: The Way of Jesus Jerusalem Church Tour
Important Information
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and a sun hat each day. A bottle of water is recommended, too.
- For the Dead Sea day, bring hats, bathing suits, towels, and sunscreen.
- Modest dress is obligatory for visits to holy sites: Knees and shoulders should be covered.
- Passports are compulsory for the visit to Bethlehem and Jericho.
- Due to the high number of visitors, entrance to the Nativity Cave in Bethlehem may be limited.
- Children under the age of 10 are not permitted to visit Yad Vashem due to the sensitive content.
- Airport transfers can be scheduled during the booking process as an optional extra.
- The order of the itinerary may change, according to your day of departure.
- The final itinerary will be sent with your confirmation email.
- Single traveler supplement is required.
- High season supplement is required.
Cancellation Policy
- Up to 14 days advance notice – 4% cancellation fee
- Up to 13 days advance notice – 25% cancellation fee
- Up to 7 days advance notice – 50% cancellation fee
- Less than 3 days advance notice – 100% cancellation fee
- No notification of cancellation – 100% cancellation fee
- There will be no refunds for absence or cancellations with less than 3 days in advance
Have questions about this tour?
FAQ About the Inspirational Encounters Christian Israel 8 Day Tour
What is a tour package?
A tour package is the easiest and cheapest way to tour Israel. Your tour package combines professional, well-organized, daily tours, led by some of Israel’s top tour guides. They also include hotel accommodation, breakfast at the hotel, and transportation, so that you pay one price for everything together
What does the tour package include?
The tour package includes bed and breakfast at your hotel, excellent and well-organized tours – see the itinerary, transportation, and entrance fees to all sites you visit on your tour (unless stated otherwise).
What hotels are included in the packages and is it possible to upgrade them?
We offer different rates of accommodation so that you have the option between choosing a range of hotels from lower budget, three star hotels to luxury hotels. All you have to do is mark your preferred option when booking.
I have found a package I’m interested in, but I’d like to make a change in the schedule. Is this possible?
Generally it is possible to make changes in the schedule. The packages of day tours are flexible and open to changes in certain cases where possible. If you have a specific question in this regard you’re welcome to contact us by mail: [email protected]
Is there a cancellation fee?
Yes, there is a cancellation fee. Our cancellation policy is as follows:
- Up to 8 days advance notice – 4% cancellation fee
- Up to 7 days advance notice – 20% cancellation fee
- Less than 3 days advance notice – 100% cancellation fee
- No notification of cancellation – 100% cancellation fee
- There will be no refunds for absence or cancellations with less than 3 days in advance
I have a question about my booking. Who do I contact?
We are happy to help you with any questions or requests you may have. Please contact us regarding any issue at:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +972-3-5422000
I’ve lost my vouchers. How can I get them again?
Don’t worry! You can always download your vouchers again. To access your booking, please use your booking number and the email ascribed to the booking. Still in need of assistance? Feel free to contact our operations team at:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +972-3-5422000.
Can I change the date of my tour or cancel my booking?
We understand that plans can change, so you can always change your dates, cancel, or change your pick-up point at any time. Please note that that there will be a cancellation fee. Our cancellation policy is as follows:
- Up to 8 days advance notice – 4% cancellation fee
- Up to 7 days advance notice – 20% cancellation fee
- Less than 3 days advance notice – 100% cancellation fee
- No notification of cancellation – 100% cancellation fee
- There will be no refunds for absence or cancellations with less than 3 days in advance
Do I have to bring the booking forms with me?
There is no obligation to come with a printed voucher, although we strongly recommend that you bring the booking voucher and the tour timetable.
How long in advance should I book the tour package?
We recommended that you book at least a month in advance to guarantee confirmation, as the package includes hotels and external services.
Does the price include personal travel insurance?
The price DOES NOT include personal travel insurance. Please take out personal health and travel insurance before the tour.
Does the price include the air ticket?
No, the air ticket IS NOT included in the price.
Does the price include airport transfers?
The displayed price DOES NOT include airport transfers, however it can be added during your booking process as an extra service.
Which language does the tour take place in?
The tour takes place in English.
What choices do I have for breakfast, lunch and dinner?
Breakfast will be provided by your place of accommodation. Please refer to your itinerary for updated information.
You can buy lunch and dinner during the tour.
What should I do if I don't receive a confirmation email?
We work hard to make sure that you receive a confirmation e-mail after booking, but on the off-chance, you don’t receive it:
- Please check your Spam or Promotional folder.
- If you still don’t find the email confirmation, there may have been a mistake in your email address. Please double-check by contacting our customer support team at the following number or email.
Telephone: +972-3-542-2000
Email: [email protected]
Will we be taking a dip in the Dead Sea?
Yes, taking a dip in the Dead Sea is included in the tour.