Unforgettable journey on the land of the Bible
A geographic, historical and spiritual exploration of Israel
ISRAEL TOUR
Dates & Itinerary
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
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
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
March 17
Visit the area where Jesus lived, preached, and healed.
Sites: Tiberias, Magdala, Ginosar (1st century boat), Capharnaum, Hazor, Chorazin, Bet Saida (Kursi).
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
This tour is crafted based on my experience living in Israel and teaching biblical geography since 2015 for the Israel Institute of Biblical Studies
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
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)
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.
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
(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
