Unforgettable journey on the land of the Bible

A geographic, historical and spiritual exploration of Israel

ISRAEL TOUR

Dates & Itinerary

A wall decorated with a large, old, and damaged illustration of a figure wearing a crown, and a sign below with the word 'WELCOME' and Hebrew greeting.

March 14

Arrive at the Ben Gurion airport and head to the beautiful hotel Yad Hashmona in the Western Judean hills or Metropolitan in Tel Aviv close to the beach. Rest, make new friends and get instructions

Gated entrance with a blue sign that reads "Capharnaüm The Town of Jesus," with decorative ironwork, stone pillars, palm trees, and a clear blue sky in the background.

March 15

Explore important sites in the Shephelah (Judean Western hills) like the valley of Elah where David fought Goliath

Other sites: Ashkelon, Bet Shemesh, Emmaus, Kirbet Kayafa, Tel Azekah, Lachish

Tel Dan - Ancient ruins with stone steps and brick walls inside a large covered structure.

March 16

Start exploring the northern coast and finish in the Sea of Galilee, passing through Carmel and the Jezreel Valley

Sites: Caesarea Maritima, Carmel, Megiddo, Nazareth

Beit Alpha sinagogue - Ancient underground archaeological site featuring a large mosaic floor with geometric patterns and figures, surrounded by stone ruins and a metal railing.

March 17

Visit the area where Jesus lived, preached, and healed.

Sites: Tiberias, Magdala, Ginosar (1st century boat), Capharnaum, Hazor, Chorazin, Bet Saida (Kursi).

Masada - Aerial view of a desert landscape with a large plateau, rocky terrain, and a distant body of water under a cloudy sky.

March 18

Explore the north of Israel and the mountains of Golan

Sites: Tel Dan, Caesarea Philippi (Gates of Hell), Bental (Road to Damascus), Katzrin Sinagogue

Decorative wall tile with text in Hebrew, Arabic, and English reading 'Via Dolorosa'.

March 19

Learn about the Jordan Valley, the site of infamous places like Jericho, Sodom and Gomorah. And end the day relaxing at the medicinal Dead Sea.

Sites: Beth Shean, Beit Alpha synagogue, Jordan River, Jericho, Ein Gedi, Dead Sea

View of the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem with its large golden dome and ornate tiled walls, seen from the staircase with people walking up and around.

March 20

It is time for a desert experience. Flee to the hiding places of David, the Essenes, John the Baptist and Jesus. And start Shabbat on the Mountain of Olives by looking at Jerusalem at sunset. On the way to Jerusalem, see what treacherous road that could have been used by the Good Samaritan

Sites: Masada, Qumran, st George Monastery, Jerusalem

Ancient stone tower on a hilltop overlooking a city with rolling hills in the background under a clear blue sky.

March 21

Experience Shabbat in Jerusalem retracing a traditional Christian path of the last moments of Jesus’ life

Sites: the Medieval Via Dolorosa (from the Mt of Olives to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher), Galicantu, Upper Room, Garden Tomb

A collage of images representing various scenes in Jerusalem, including a spice market, modern architecture, fresh fruit, a historic synagogue, the Dome of the Rock, the Tower of David, the Hebrew University, a park, the interior of the Western Wall, and a falafel sandwich.

March 22

More of Jerusalem and a visit to Bethlehem

Walk in the Old Jerusalem. If you can, walk through Hezekiah`s tunnel used to protect the water of the city in the Assyrian siege of Jerusalem. Then, starting from the pool of Siloam where the blind was sent by Jesus, go up North all the way to the walls of the Temple

We shall also visit the birthplace of Jesus and the palace of Herod, who tried to kill Jesus at Bethlehem

Sites: City of David, Davidson`s Center (southern walls of the temple), Temple Mountain, Bethlehem, Herodium

March 25

Shuttle to Ben Gurion airport and saying goodbye to friends

An airplane flying in a partly cloudy sky above an airport departure sign for airlines.

March 23

Learn about the Israelites of the North, the Samaritans and visit important cultic site in the history of Israel (plus: Jacob`s well where Jesus met the Samaritan lady)

Sites: Shiloh, Mt Gerizim, ruins of Samaria [if allowed], Samaritan Inn (mosaics), Navi Shmuel

Aerial view of ancient ruins surrounded by arid, hilly landscape with scattered bushes and trees.

March 24

Enjoy more of Jerusalem for your own, or follow me in my errands in the markets of Jerusalem and take the time to enjoy the food and the people of this important city where I made my home for a year

Sites recommended: Mahaneh Yehuda (Jewish food market), Yad Vashem (Holocaust Museum), walk on the walls of Jerusalem, Israel`s Museum

Aerial view of an ancient amphitheater near the coast, with modern buildings and roads nearby, and a beach with clear blue water.

This tour is crafted based on my experience living in Israel and teaching biblical geography since 2015 for the Israel Institute of Biblical Studies

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Come with me to learn how the geography of Israel will provide insights in your understanding of Scriptures while you walk where biblical characters lived

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Professor Rodrigo is inspiring and I like his approach to teaching. He makes you think but is quick to answer any questions or concerns. He makes bible geography very interesting as he ties together the stories from Scripture to the land.
(Debra, Arizona - USA)

I know pictures don't do the land of the Bible justice, but Rodrigo makes me feel like I'm there. What a wonderful experience!
(David, Texas - USA)

A model of the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem, with the surrounding walls, miniatures of visitors, and lush gardens in the background.

Investiment

$3300

(25% down payment + Installments till February)

compare other tours which asks for the same price or higher but visit less places

Flight is the responsibility of each traveler. We do help in purchasing it.

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A large white hotel building with many balconies, surrounded by palm trees and a swimming pool area, with a desert mountain in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Includes

(Hotels)

2 Nights in the Metropolitan Hotel at Tel Aviv (close to the beach)

3 Nights in the Ron Beach at the Sea of Galilee

1 night in the David Spa and Hotel at the Dead Sea

5 Nights in the Gloria Hotel inside the Old Jerusalem

Close-up of a stack of pancakes topped with shredded almonds and cinnamon, served with grilled chicken pieces around them.

(Food)

Daily breakfast and dinners buffet at hotels

Nazareth Village visit & lunch

Sabbath lunch in Jerusalem

And more

Transportation

Entrances to all visit places

Bible-oriented tour guides

Service charges and local taxes

Personal headset

Airport assistance – arrival and departure

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