9 DAYS CHRISTIAN HOLY LAND PRIVATE TOUR

This Christian Holy Land Private Tour in Israel is the Best Way to Explore the Land of the Holy Bible and Get a Comprehensive Understanding of Israel

Day 1. Arrival

Arrival in Tel Aviv international airport, assistance and meeting with Noah Tours' representative and guide. Transfer to Tel Aviv hotel.

Day 2. Jaffa-Tel Aviv-Caesarea-Haifa-Megiddo

Visit the old city of Jaffa and the old port, a panoramic view of Tel Aviv. Continue to Caesarea, once a proud Roman port city dating back to the time of Pontius Pilate. View the monumental Roman amphitheater built in the days of Christ. Travel to Mount Carmel Haifa-view of the Harbor. Visit Megiddo overlooking the plains of Armageddon and visit the site of the 21 superimposed cities. Drive to the Sea of Galilee or Tiberias Hotel for overnight.

Day 3. Around the Sea of Galilee

After breakfast the first stop will be the Mt. of Beatitudes. Near here Jesus gave the Beatitudes and taught on many occasions. Here he also performed many of the miracles. Travel to Tabga, where 5000 were fed by Jesus who performed the miracle of the multiplication of the fish and loaves. Continue to Capernaum where much of the Galilean Ministry took place. Afterwards, enjoy a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee and hear how Jesus calmed the stormy sea and walked upon these waters. Enjoy a traditional St. Peter’s fish lunch (optional). Visit Kursi, the site where the swine ran into the Sea of Galilee and drowned. Then stop at the Jordan River in the Yardenit - traditional pilgrims' baptism site. Overnight at hotel in Tiberias.

Day 4. Nazareth - Cana - Mt. Tabor - Jerusalem

After Breakfast travel to Nazareth where Jesus spent the silent years of his life and visit Mary’s Well. Afterwards, visit Cana, site of the first miracle where Jesus turned water to wine. Continue to Mt. Tabor, the Mount of the Transfiguration, and visit the beautiful Basilica and the rock under the altar where the Transfiguration took place. From the top of the mountain we will enjoy a remarkable overview of the western Galilee. Driving through the Jordan Valley and passing by Jericho, the oldest city in history, we view the Mount of Temptation from a distance. Proceed to the holy city of Jerusalem for overnight.

Day 5. Old Jerusalem

Drive up the Mt. of Olives to view Jerusalem as Jesus would have seen it. Visit the Garden of Gethsemane with its ancient olive trees. Enter the Old City of Jerusalem through the Lions' Gate Visit the Pools of Bethesda where Jesus healed the lame man. Continue to Pontius Pilate's Hall of Judgment the place of the trial of Jesus. Follow the Via Dolorosa to Calvary then to Church of Holy Sepulcher. End the day at the Garden Tomb. Overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 6. Bethlehem and Mt. Zion

Visit the Church of the Nativity built over the Grotto where Jesus was born. Drive through the Shepherds Fields area with time for shopping and refreshments. Drive to Jerusalem for an afternoon visit to the Western Wall (Wailing Wall) in the Old City and a view of the Temple Mount, where Solomon's Temple once stood. Continue through the Jewish Quarter to Mt. Zion. Visit the Room of the Last Supper and King David’s Tomb. Visit the Church of St. Peter in Gallicantu, built on the site of the House of Caiaphas the High Priest. Overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 7. Dead Sea - Qumran - Masada

After breakfast at the hotel, leave Jerusalem and go to remarkable scenery of the Dead Sea shore. En route to the Dead Sea, you’ll see and visit the site of the Qumran Caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered. We'll continue to Masada which is situated right on an isolated cliff in the Judean Desert. The site has been declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2001. Ascend by cable car to the fortress, which was the last stronghold of the Jewish Zealots in their war against the Romans. Visit the excavations, King Herod’s palace, the synagogue, bathhouse and much more. Enjoy the breathtaking view of the Roman camps and the Dead Sea. Nearly 1,300 feet below sea level, the Dead Sea is the lowest point on the earth’s surface. Bring your swimsuit as if weather permits it’s possible to “float” on the salty, mineral rich, water. Return to Jerusalem for an overnight.

Day 8. Free Day in Jerusalem

Refresh your impressions and get new ones by exploring the Holy City on your own!

Day 9. Transfer to the Airport

Transfer to Tel Aviv international airport for your flight home until next time.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• Walk around the ancient port-city of Jaffa mentioned in Holy Scriptures.
• Explore Caesarea Maritima National Park.
• Walk in the footsteps of Jesus in the Galilee area.
• Visit Nazareth - the city of Jesus' childhood.
• Ascend Mt. Tabor.
• Drive south and see the Judean Desert view heading to the Dead Sea location.
• Qumran - the place where ancient Dead Sea scrolls of the Holy Scriptures have been found.
• Enjoy swimming in the Dead Sea salty waters.
• Ascend Masada with a cable car.
• Breath-taking panorama of Jerusalem Old City from Mt. of Olives.
• Garden of Gethsemane with ancient olive trees.
• Walk along Via Dolorosa.
• The Church of the Holy Sepulchre that contains the place where Jesus was buried.
• Half-day visit to Bethlehem - the town where Jesus was born.
• Western / Wailing Wall.
• View the Temple Mount (entering depending on day of week.)
• Jewish Quater in the Old City.
• Mt. Zion.

TOUR IMPORTANT NOTES

• Tours of holy sites (Old Jerusalem) require modest dress (covered shoulders, no shortsleeves/ shorts/ shortpants).
• Head covering & comfortable walking shoes recommended for the tour.
• Sunglasses, sunscreen lotion and water are always good.
• For Dead Sea bathing, bring along a swimsuit, beach sandals and a towel. Silver jewelries must be taken off before bathing.
• Guide and Driver Gratuities/Tips (recommended by us amounts to be paid by you to driver/guide personally after the tour):
• 4-seater (i.e. 2 pax) - $70 per day;
• 7-seater (i.e. 3-5 pax) - $90 per day;
• 10-seater (i.e. 5-7 pax) - $110 per day;
• 10-19 passengers: Guide $6, driver $4 per person per day.

NOAH TOURS QUALITY COMMITMENT

• Noah Tours is committed to high standard tours and is working with highly professional tour guides.
• Our standard is to provide the best available hotels while considering value. Although the level of the accommodations may differ slightly from hotel to hotel, we are committed to your comfort.
• We are not a low-cost company yet our prices are competitive while maintaining the quality of the tour.
• Noah Tours is a member of the Israel Incoming Tour Operators' Association ( IITOA), the American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA) - a symbol of professionalism and integrity, and a member of the Japan Assosiation of Travel Agents (JATA) thus maintaining a high standard of service and ethical conduct.

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