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Tour of the Holy Land of Israel, Jordan & Petra 2010
with
Bill & Trish Cortizo
11 May to 23 May 2010
Israel: | Masada and The Dead Sea, Caesarea Philippi, Tabgha, Megiddo Valley, Jerusalem... |
Jordan: | Petra, Mt Nebo, Madaba... |
TUESDAY 11TH MAY 2010
Morning arrival to Tel Aviv, Israel, where we will be met by Inner faith Travel representatives and transferred to our hotel by the Mediterranean Sea. In the afternoon we will sojourn in the ancient city of JOPPA, home of Simon the Tanner and where Jonah, fleeing from the Lord, embarked his ship for Tarshish. Time to stroll through the narrow streets filled with art galleries and cafes. Overnight Tel Aviv. (Meals on plane)
WEDNESDAY 12TH MAY
This morning we travel northward via the MEDITERRANEAN SEA PORT of CAESAREA, site of Herod's Palace, home of Cornelius and where Paul was brought to trial. We pause at the spectacular view over the gardens above Haifa and continue to MT CARMEL or Muhraqa, where Elijah called down fire from Heaven to defeat the prophets of Baal. We pass through the MEGIDDO VALLEY, the large plain where the final battle of Armageddon is prophesied to take place continuing to En Harod and Gideon’s Spring. Our route to the Sea of Galilee takes us via Mt Tabor and En Dor where Saul consulted the medium. Overnight Sea of Galilee. (B-D)
THURSDAY 13TH MAY
Today, we explore this historical area of Galilee. Remember how Jesus walked on the water? Our special traditional sailing vessel will take us across the Sea of Galilee, stopping in the middle for a time of reflection and worship. Rejoice! Jesus is alive. We disembark at Nof Ginnosar a kibbutz located on the shores of the Galilee where we will see the remains of a boat from the time of Jesus. Arriving later to CAPERNAUM, the city of Jesus, we visit the ruins of the synagogue where Jesus performed many miracles. You will see the new excavations of ST PETER'S house and visit TABGHA and St Peter’s Primacy, where Jesus multiplied five loaves and two fishes to feed the multitudes and later ascending to the top of the MOUNT OF BEATITUDES, where Geoffrey will read the Sermon on the Mount. We will enjoy a St Peters Fish Lunch. Overnight Galilee. (B-L-D)
FRIDAY 14TH MAY
Our journey takes us to the village of Nain and then on to Nazareth where Jesus grew to manhood. We visit the Mount of the Precipice with spectacular views over the surrounding countryside. We spend time at Nazareth Village, recreating life as in the time of Jesus. We pass through Cana, where He performed His first recorded miracle. Free time in the afternoon to reflect by the Sea of Galilee. Overnight Galilee. (B-D)
SATURDAY 15TH MAY
Departing from Tiberias we pass by Mt Arbel and climb to the Hula Valley and UPPER GALILEE travelling to the GOLAN HEIGHTS to overlook the Syrian Border and a United Nations Post. From there we travel north climbing to the source of the Jordan River on the slopes of Mt Hermon. This is where St Peter made his confession at CAESAREA PHILIPPI. We visit Tel Dan the ancient site of the golden calf of the Northern Tribes of Israel cult centre. Overnight Galilee. (B-D)
SUNDAY 16TH MAY
Early morning departure South, following the scenic Jordan Valley with a short stop at Beit Shean, where Saul’s headless body was hung on the Gates of the city. We cross the Jordan River into JORDAN at the Sheikh Hussein Bridge. We visit Madaba and Mount Nebo, where Moses gazed into the Promised Land, and the Baptismal site at Bethany on the Jordan River, said to be the place where John the Baptist baptised Jesus. Special dinner Middle Eastern style at Rheem al Bawdy. Overnight Amman. (B-D)
MONDAY 17TH MAY
This morning we begin our journey down the ancient KINGS HIGHWAY to PETRA. On arrival we will be led through the spectacular chasm on horseback with our Nubian guides. You may choose to walk, or ride in a carriage if available. We will visit the treasury, monastery, Roman Theatre, Royal Tombs and the high place of sacrifice. Magnificent Petra! Referred to in the Bible as the CITY OF REFUGE. Overnight Petra. (B-D)
TUESDAY 18TH MAY
Today we travel north to the Alenby Bridge making our crossing over the Jordan River we will stand as Joshua did in the Land of Milk & Honey and end our day at a resort hotel located on the shores of the Dead Sea. Once you have settled in you are free to enjoy a 'float' in the medicinal waters of the Dead Sea. Bookings for the mineral rich spa treatments must be made in advance. Overnight Dead Sea. (B-D)
WEDNESDAY 19TH MAY
This morning we ascend to the mighty fortress of MASADA, the site of the last heroic 3-year stand of 960 Jewish defenders against the Roman Empire. From its heights (by cable car) we enjoy tremendous views of Jordan and the Dead Sea. We will visit David’s place of refuge from Saul, Ein Gedi. Qumran, where the Dead Sea scrolls were discovered is our next stop. We make a short stop to view the SAINT GEORGE’S MONASTARY from the Old Jericho Road. We later ascend the "Mountains of Israel" up to Jerusalem" to the City of God. We will take in the spectacular panoramic view of the Old City at sunset, from the Mt of Olives. Overnight Jerusalem. (B-D)
THURSDAY 20TH MAY
This morning we make a pilgrimage to where it all began – BETHLEHEM of EPRAHTAH, the birthplace of Messiah. En route passing by Rachael's Tomb we visit the Shepherd's Fields and spend a short time in Manger Square. In the afternoon we tour New Jerusalem visiting the YAD VASHEM HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL. This memorial is built in memory of the six million Jews lost in the Holocaust. Truly a moving experience! We will visit the Shrine of the Book, which houses the Dead Sea Scrolls and the MODEL CITY, site of a quarter acre replica model of Jerusalem in the time of Christ, which includes the Jewish Temple. Overnight Jerusalem. (B-D)
FRIDAY 21ST MAY
Free day in Jerusalem to rest or do your own exploring using the Bible as your guide. We suggest a visit to the Jewish Quarter where you will discover the Temple Institute, and the Burnt House, the reconstruction of the famous Hurva Synagogue or stroll to the Jaffa Gate to visit the Citadel Museum and the historical Christ Church. Overnight Jerusalem. (B-D)
SATURDAY 22ND MAY
We awaken in the city of the Great King. You can feel the atmosphere that sets Jerusalem apart from any other city in the world. We have a full day of touring Old Jerusalem, following in the footsteps of Jesus, including the MT OF OLIVES and the GARDEN OF GETHSEMANE. Entering into the OLD CITY through ST STEPHEN'S GATE we visit the POOL OF BETHESDA, where Jesus cured an invalid, and continue to the Ecce Homo Convent to view the Lithostrotos and the Pavement and visit the PRAETORIUM, site of the public trial and condemnation of Jesus. We also visit the WESTERN WALL, the most sacred site for the Jewish people. We continue through the picturesque Bazaar streets passing the stations of the cross along the VIA DOLOROSA arriving to the Citadel of David and the UPPER ROOM where we will reflect on the events of the LAST SUPPER, believed to have taken place on this site finishing our day at the site of Caiaphas House. Overnight Jerusalem. (B-D)
SUNDAY 23RD MAY
This morning we visit the GARDEN TOMB and celebrate a Communion Service with the empty tomb in the background. The serenity of this place makes it a spiritual oasis within this bustling city. This is the ultimate place of worship in Jerusalem. We celebrate the resurrection of our King. Farewell luncheon at Yad Hashmona Kibbutz and mid afternoon departure to the airport for our flight homeward bound (B-D)
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