Holy Land Discovery - Faith-Based Travel - Catholic Itinerary

What's Included

• Accommodation

  Stay at Cinema Hotel in Tel Aviv, Grand Beach Hotel, Mary's Well Nazareth, and Ibis Jerusalem City Center Hotel.

• Meals

  Buffet breakfasts daily and 4 dinners are included.

• Guided Tours

  Guided tours of Tel Aviv, Jaffa, Caesarea, Megiddo, Nazareth, Bet She'an, Magdala, Sea of Galilee, Tabgha, Capernaum, Mount of Beatitudes, Cana, Bethlehem, and Jerusalem.

• Mass Services

  Opportunity to attend Mass services at various locations.

• Entrance Fees

  Entrance fees to archaeological sites and churches as per the itinerary.

• Transportation

  Transportation for all included excursions and transfers.

What's Not Included

• Optional Excursions

  Optional excursion to Masada and the Dead Sea is not included.
  
  

• Personal Expenses

  Personal expenses such as souvenirs, laundry, and drinks are not included.
  
  

• Travel Insurance

  Travel insurance is not included and is recommended.
  
  

• Flights

  International and domestic flights are not included.
  
  

• Gratuities

  Gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.
  
  

• Visas and Entry Fees

  Visas and entry fees to Israel are not included.
  
  

Meals

Buffet breakfasts daily; 4 dinners

Notes

Mass services may be in local language and venues are subject to change.

UNESCO Sites

Biblical Tells - Megiddo|Birthplace of Jesus: Church of the Nativity (Bethlehem)|Church of the Nativity and the Pilgrimage Route (Bethlehem)|Old city of Jerusalem and its Walls|White City of Tel Aviv - the Modern Movement

Accommodation

Located in the heart of Dizengoff, one of Tel Aviv's most renowned districts, this unique 83-room hotel is housed within an authentic Bauhaus building dating back to the 1930s. Once one of Tel Aviv's first movie theaters, named Esther Cinema, it captures the nostalgia of a bygone era with displays of original theater memorabilia showcasing the stories of classic films with regular movie screenings on the spacious rooftop terrace, where evening refreshments are served. Conveniently located in the heart of Nazareth's Old Town, within walking distance of the colorful market alleyways, bustling souk, authentic Middle Eastern restaurants, and historic churches. This hotel's authentic feel is matched by its warm hospitality. All 226 guestrooms are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi access, coffee/tea-making facilities and an in-room safe.

Mode of Transport

Enjoy a full day exploring some of the Holy Land’s ancient biblical and modern sights. Begin by driving to the old port of Jaffa, an atmospheric town, where Jonah set sail before he was swallowed by the whale. Continue to Caesarea, an ancient port turned incredible archaeological area. Built by Herod the Great in the 1st century BC, the city was one of the most splendid in ancient Palestine and its capital for more than 600 years. Admire what remains of Herod’s grandiose building works, including the restored 3,500-seat Roman theater, the aqueduct, the harbor, the stadium, and the crumbled moat and towers from the 12th-century Crusader fortress. From here, travel to the archaeological site of Megiddo, an age-old fortified town with 25 layers of ancient findings and one of the most important biblical sites. According to the New Testament, this is where the Battle of Armageddon will take place, the final struggle between good and evil, which will prompt the return of Jesus to defeat the Antichrist and cast Satan into the abyss. Continue to Nazareth to visit St. Joseph Church and the Church of the Annunciation, where the Archangel Gabriel told Mary she would conceive and give birth to Jesus, the Son of God. This evening you may have an opportunity to join a candlelight procession starting from the Church of the Annunciation square.