ISRAEL / JORDAN
NOV 21 - DEC 4, 2024
NOV 21 - DEC 4, 2024
Day 1 – Nov 21 - Thursday - Day of Travel
Overnight flight to Tel Aviv, Israel. (Remember you lose a day during travel because it is an overnight flight. You will depart North America on Thursday, Nov 21 and arrive in Israel on Friday Nov 22.)
Day 2 – Nov 22 - Friday (Beginning of Sabbath)
Arrive in Tel Aviv and check in to your sea view room in the Renaissance Hotel. If you are early enough explore Jaffa area and visit the Port of Joppa where Jonah boarded a ship to escape from his call to Gentile ministry (Jonah 1:1-3), and where Peter stubbornly resisted God’s command to eat of meats that were not allowed under Jewish Law (Acts 10:5-23). Peter’s roof-top vision was God’s way to prepare him for ministry to the Gentiles. What happened here, in Joppa, had lasting significance for all Gentiles. Watch the sun set and enjoy a great view of the lights of Tel Aviv just over the water. Dinner is provided at the hotel, or you are free to experience top rated restaurants on your own. Overnight in the Renaissance Hotel.
Day 3 – Nov 23 - Saturday (Sabbath)
After breakfast, visit Caesarea by the Sea where Peter first presented the Gospel to the Gentiles and they received the Holy Ghost (Acts 10:1-8, 24-48), and where Paul appeared before King Agrippa and appealed to Caesar (Acts 23:22-35, 24:1-27, 25:1-27, 26:1-32). Ascend up Mt. Carmel where Elijah faced off with the prophets of Baal, and God answered by fire (1 Kings 18:17-46). From Carmel see the panoramic view of the Valley of Armageddon. Walk through Tel Megiddo where 26 different levels of occupation have been discovered. Visit Gideon’s Spring, where his army was reduced to 300 men. Visit the museum to see the “Ancient Boat”, a 2000-year-old fishing boat found in the mud near the shore of the Sea of Galilee. Embark on a more modern boat to sail on the Sea of Galilee. Arrive at Tiberius on the Sea of Galilee. The Sea of Galilee! Overnight in the Caesar Hotel on the Sea of Galilee.
Day 4 – Nov 24 - Sunday
An early start gets us to Capernaum for morning devotions. Capernaum is where Peter and his brother, Andrew, were called while they were fishing, and where Jesus did much of his ministry (Matthew 4:12-22, Mark 1:1-37, Matt 8:5-9:34), and Chorazin where Jesus did mighty works. See the ruins of Hazor, which was destroyed by Joshua (Joshua 11:1-13) but was later rebuilt becoming a Canaanite capital ruled by King Jabin (Judges 4:1-4). Dan, the northernmost town in Old Testament Israel where Abraham passed while chasing the four kings of the north who had captured Lot (Gen 14:1-17). One of the golden calves was erected to draw worshippers away from Jerusalem (1 Kings 12:25-32). See the Abraham Gate. Visit Caesarea Philippi where Peter was given the Keys to the Kingdom of Heaven. Learn about “the Gates of Hell” (Matt 16:13-28). Pass by the site of Bethsaida, the “city of Andrew and Peter” (John 1:44; 12:21) where archeological excavations are currently under way. Overnight in the Caesar Hotel on the Sea of Galilee.
Day 5 – Nov 25 - Monday
Jordan Valley Drive. Bethshean, where the bodies of Saul and his sons were hung on the wall following the battle of Mt. Gilboa (1 Sam 31). From Bethshean we will drive south through the Jordan Valley. Lunch in Jericho (Barracuda Restaurant) and visit the traditional site of Jesus’ baptism on the Jordan River. Descend to the Dead Sea, the lowest place on Earth at 1,300 feet below sea level. Float in the mineral rich waters of the Dead Sea if you like. Overnight at the Vert Hotel on the Dead Sea.
Day 6 -- Nov 26 - Tuesday
After a refreshing night in the most oxygen rich place on Earth, rise early to be at Masada for opening time. Climb the Snake Trail up to the Fortress of Masada built by Herod the Great or take the easy way up in the gondola. Walk through this pathos filled place where nearly a thousand Jewish Zealots took their own lives rather than surrender to the Roman army. See the remains of Herod’s Masada Palace. See the remaining stone walls of Roman encampments surrounding Masada, and the siege ramp built by them to gain access. Visit En Gedi where David hid from King Saul (1 Sam 23:29), and Qumran where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered. Enjoy lunch at Qumran. Visit Cave 11 of the Qumran caves if you are adventurous! See the St. George Monastery on the Jericho Road (Luke 10:25-37; Matt 20:29-34) on the exciting drive “up to Jerusalem!”
Overnight in Jerusalem at the Olive Tree Hotel.
Day 7 – Nov 27 - Wednesday
Jerusalem! Worship to the Psalms of Ascent on the Southern Steps to the Temple Mount (Acts 3:1-10). Walk on the first century road. See Robinson's Arch and the place of trumpeting. Descend and walk through the Rabbinical Tunnels. Visit the Pool of Bethesda (John 5:1-9). Sing to the amazing acoustics in 900-year-old St. Anne’s church. After lunch, visit Shiloh, the capital of Israel and dwelling place of the Ark for 369 years (Joshua 18:1, 8- 10; 19:51; 1 Samuel; Ps 78:60; Jer 7:12-14). You are on your own this evening, free to visit Ben Yehuda Street or the Mahane Yehuda Market. Or you can just enjoy a relaxing evening at your deluxe hotel.
Overnight in Jerusalem at the Olive Tree Hotel.
Sound and light show – Citadel of David.
Day 8 – Nov 28 - Thursday
See majestic and historic “Old Jerusalem” from your vantage point on the Mount of Olives (2 Sam 15:30; Acts 1:1-12). Pray in the Garden of Gethsemane (Matt 26:36-56). Walk the Kidron Valley. Descend underground to view the excavations of the City of David and Warren’s Shaft. Visit the Pool of Siloam (John 9:1-12). See the Herodian Street. Visit the Israel museum where the Dead Sea Scrolls are kept.You are on your own this evening, free to visit Ben Yehuda Street or the Mahane Yehuda Market. Or you can just enjoy a relaxing evening at your deluxe hotel.
Overnight in Jerusalem at the Olive Tree Hotel.
Day 9 – Nov 29 - Friday (beginning of Sabboth)
Celebrate the Resurrection at the Garden Tomb with a Communion Service. Stand in the Upper Room situated over King David’s Tomb. Visit Gallicantu, the palace of Caiaphas the High Priest where the Council judged Jesus. It was here that Peter denied that he knew Jesus, and went out into the night and wept bitterly (Matt. 26:57-75; Luke 22:54-62). View Kidron and Hinnom (Gehenna) Valleys. You are on your own this evening, free to visit Ben Yehuda Street or the Mahane Yehuda Market. Or you can just enjoy a relaxing evening at your deluxe hotel. (Possible hike around the walls of the Old City of Jerusalem.)
Overnight in Jerusalem at the Olive Tree Hotel.
Day 10 – Nov 30 - Saturday (Sabboth)
Breakfast at your hotel and depart Jerusalem, travelling into the Old Testament. Drive by living cities which are the sites of Old Testament happenings. Places like Lachish (Josh 10:31, 32; 2 Kings 14:19; Jer 34:7), Beth Shemesh (also the site of Ramat Lehi) (1 Sam 6:7-21), Zorah (Tsorah) (Samson – Judges 13-16), Eshtaol (Samson was born in Eshtaol, judged Israel 20 years, died in Gaza and was buried between Zorah and Eshtaol), Kirioth-Jearim. Drive through the Valley of Elah where David slew Goliath. Get a bird's eye view of the battlefield from Azekah, where the Philistines camped before that fateful day (1 Sam 17:1-3). Beersheba, home of the Patriarchs and southernmost city of Old Testament Israel. Abraham planted a grove in Beer-sheba, and called there on the name of the LORD, the everlasting God. (Gen 21:33; 22:1-19; Isaac – Gen 26:23-25; Jacob – Gen 28:10 and 46:1). Pass near the site of Kadesh Barnea, where Israel made the fateful decision to listen to the 10 fearful spies, and through the Wilderness of Zin. Cross the border at Eilat, Israel’s southernmost town and spend the night at the Intercontinental Hotel in Aqaba, Jordan on the Red Sea.
Day 11 –Dec 1 - Sunday
Enjoy a wonderful breakfast at your hotel and take this day to relax in this beautiful location. Swim, snorkel, scuba dive or just put your feet up and watch the waves. This hotel will pamper you. This evening we will plan something very special. You might want to bring a tie. Overnight in Aqaba at the Intercontinental Hotel.
Day 12 – Dec 2 - Monday
After breakfast we depart for Petra, driving along the King’s Highway through the lands of ancient Edom. Arrive at the hauntingly beautiful Petra, one of the wonders of the ancient world. Check into your hotel and hike Petra at your leisure. Overnight at the Petra Movenpick Resort.
Day 13 – Dec 3 - Tuesday
Depart Petra and drive through the land of Moab to Mount Nebo from where Moses viewed the promised land before he died. If the air is clear and the light just right, see the sun’s reflection of the buildings in Jerusalem. This is a sobering location, and you can almost feel the presence of the man who died here and was buried by God in an unknown tomb. Continue to Amman for your last evening in Jordan.
Overnight in Amman in the Marriott Hotel.
Day 14 –Dec 4 - Wednesday - RETURN TRAVEL DAY
After breakfast check out of your hotel and travel to Queen Alia International Airport for your flights home. The airport is about 35-55 minutes from the hotel depending on traffic. Return home changed by this experience of a lifetime, a spiritual, educational and inspirational Journey to the Holy Land.
Subject to rearrangement.
Copyright TC Tours and Premier Bible Land Journeys
Overnight flight to Tel Aviv, Israel. (Remember you lose a day during travel because it is an overnight flight. You will depart North America on Thursday, Nov 21 and arrive in Israel on Friday Nov 22.)
Day 2 – Nov 22 - Friday (Beginning of Sabbath)
Arrive in Tel Aviv and check in to your sea view room in the Renaissance Hotel. If you are early enough explore Jaffa area and visit the Port of Joppa where Jonah boarded a ship to escape from his call to Gentile ministry (Jonah 1:1-3), and where Peter stubbornly resisted God’s command to eat of meats that were not allowed under Jewish Law (Acts 10:5-23). Peter’s roof-top vision was God’s way to prepare him for ministry to the Gentiles. What happened here, in Joppa, had lasting significance for all Gentiles. Watch the sun set and enjoy a great view of the lights of Tel Aviv just over the water. Dinner is provided at the hotel, or you are free to experience top rated restaurants on your own. Overnight in the Renaissance Hotel.
Day 3 – Nov 23 - Saturday (Sabbath)
After breakfast, visit Caesarea by the Sea where Peter first presented the Gospel to the Gentiles and they received the Holy Ghost (Acts 10:1-8, 24-48), and where Paul appeared before King Agrippa and appealed to Caesar (Acts 23:22-35, 24:1-27, 25:1-27, 26:1-32). Ascend up Mt. Carmel where Elijah faced off with the prophets of Baal, and God answered by fire (1 Kings 18:17-46). From Carmel see the panoramic view of the Valley of Armageddon. Walk through Tel Megiddo where 26 different levels of occupation have been discovered. Visit Gideon’s Spring, where his army was reduced to 300 men. Visit the museum to see the “Ancient Boat”, a 2000-year-old fishing boat found in the mud near the shore of the Sea of Galilee. Embark on a more modern boat to sail on the Sea of Galilee. Arrive at Tiberius on the Sea of Galilee. The Sea of Galilee! Overnight in the Caesar Hotel on the Sea of Galilee.
Day 4 – Nov 24 - Sunday
An early start gets us to Capernaum for morning devotions. Capernaum is where Peter and his brother, Andrew, were called while they were fishing, and where Jesus did much of his ministry (Matthew 4:12-22, Mark 1:1-37, Matt 8:5-9:34), and Chorazin where Jesus did mighty works. See the ruins of Hazor, which was destroyed by Joshua (Joshua 11:1-13) but was later rebuilt becoming a Canaanite capital ruled by King Jabin (Judges 4:1-4). Dan, the northernmost town in Old Testament Israel where Abraham passed while chasing the four kings of the north who had captured Lot (Gen 14:1-17). One of the golden calves was erected to draw worshippers away from Jerusalem (1 Kings 12:25-32). See the Abraham Gate. Visit Caesarea Philippi where Peter was given the Keys to the Kingdom of Heaven. Learn about “the Gates of Hell” (Matt 16:13-28). Pass by the site of Bethsaida, the “city of Andrew and Peter” (John 1:44; 12:21) where archeological excavations are currently under way. Overnight in the Caesar Hotel on the Sea of Galilee.
Day 5 – Nov 25 - Monday
Jordan Valley Drive. Bethshean, where the bodies of Saul and his sons were hung on the wall following the battle of Mt. Gilboa (1 Sam 31). From Bethshean we will drive south through the Jordan Valley. Lunch in Jericho (Barracuda Restaurant) and visit the traditional site of Jesus’ baptism on the Jordan River. Descend to the Dead Sea, the lowest place on Earth at 1,300 feet below sea level. Float in the mineral rich waters of the Dead Sea if you like. Overnight at the Vert Hotel on the Dead Sea.
Day 6 -- Nov 26 - Tuesday
After a refreshing night in the most oxygen rich place on Earth, rise early to be at Masada for opening time. Climb the Snake Trail up to the Fortress of Masada built by Herod the Great or take the easy way up in the gondola. Walk through this pathos filled place where nearly a thousand Jewish Zealots took their own lives rather than surrender to the Roman army. See the remains of Herod’s Masada Palace. See the remaining stone walls of Roman encampments surrounding Masada, and the siege ramp built by them to gain access. Visit En Gedi where David hid from King Saul (1 Sam 23:29), and Qumran where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered. Enjoy lunch at Qumran. Visit Cave 11 of the Qumran caves if you are adventurous! See the St. George Monastery on the Jericho Road (Luke 10:25-37; Matt 20:29-34) on the exciting drive “up to Jerusalem!”
Overnight in Jerusalem at the Olive Tree Hotel.
Day 7 – Nov 27 - Wednesday
Jerusalem! Worship to the Psalms of Ascent on the Southern Steps to the Temple Mount (Acts 3:1-10). Walk on the first century road. See Robinson's Arch and the place of trumpeting. Descend and walk through the Rabbinical Tunnels. Visit the Pool of Bethesda (John 5:1-9). Sing to the amazing acoustics in 900-year-old St. Anne’s church. After lunch, visit Shiloh, the capital of Israel and dwelling place of the Ark for 369 years (Joshua 18:1, 8- 10; 19:51; 1 Samuel; Ps 78:60; Jer 7:12-14). You are on your own this evening, free to visit Ben Yehuda Street or the Mahane Yehuda Market. Or you can just enjoy a relaxing evening at your deluxe hotel.
Overnight in Jerusalem at the Olive Tree Hotel.
Sound and light show – Citadel of David.
Day 8 – Nov 28 - Thursday
See majestic and historic “Old Jerusalem” from your vantage point on the Mount of Olives (2 Sam 15:30; Acts 1:1-12). Pray in the Garden of Gethsemane (Matt 26:36-56). Walk the Kidron Valley. Descend underground to view the excavations of the City of David and Warren’s Shaft. Visit the Pool of Siloam (John 9:1-12). See the Herodian Street. Visit the Israel museum where the Dead Sea Scrolls are kept.You are on your own this evening, free to visit Ben Yehuda Street or the Mahane Yehuda Market. Or you can just enjoy a relaxing evening at your deluxe hotel.
Overnight in Jerusalem at the Olive Tree Hotel.
Day 9 – Nov 29 - Friday (beginning of Sabboth)
Celebrate the Resurrection at the Garden Tomb with a Communion Service. Stand in the Upper Room situated over King David’s Tomb. Visit Gallicantu, the palace of Caiaphas the High Priest where the Council judged Jesus. It was here that Peter denied that he knew Jesus, and went out into the night and wept bitterly (Matt. 26:57-75; Luke 22:54-62). View Kidron and Hinnom (Gehenna) Valleys. You are on your own this evening, free to visit Ben Yehuda Street or the Mahane Yehuda Market. Or you can just enjoy a relaxing evening at your deluxe hotel. (Possible hike around the walls of the Old City of Jerusalem.)
Overnight in Jerusalem at the Olive Tree Hotel.
Day 10 – Nov 30 - Saturday (Sabboth)
Breakfast at your hotel and depart Jerusalem, travelling into the Old Testament. Drive by living cities which are the sites of Old Testament happenings. Places like Lachish (Josh 10:31, 32; 2 Kings 14:19; Jer 34:7), Beth Shemesh (also the site of Ramat Lehi) (1 Sam 6:7-21), Zorah (Tsorah) (Samson – Judges 13-16), Eshtaol (Samson was born in Eshtaol, judged Israel 20 years, died in Gaza and was buried between Zorah and Eshtaol), Kirioth-Jearim. Drive through the Valley of Elah where David slew Goliath. Get a bird's eye view of the battlefield from Azekah, where the Philistines camped before that fateful day (1 Sam 17:1-3). Beersheba, home of the Patriarchs and southernmost city of Old Testament Israel. Abraham planted a grove in Beer-sheba, and called there on the name of the LORD, the everlasting God. (Gen 21:33; 22:1-19; Isaac – Gen 26:23-25; Jacob – Gen 28:10 and 46:1). Pass near the site of Kadesh Barnea, where Israel made the fateful decision to listen to the 10 fearful spies, and through the Wilderness of Zin. Cross the border at Eilat, Israel’s southernmost town and spend the night at the Intercontinental Hotel in Aqaba, Jordan on the Red Sea.
Day 11 –Dec 1 - Sunday
Enjoy a wonderful breakfast at your hotel and take this day to relax in this beautiful location. Swim, snorkel, scuba dive or just put your feet up and watch the waves. This hotel will pamper you. This evening we will plan something very special. You might want to bring a tie. Overnight in Aqaba at the Intercontinental Hotel.
Day 12 – Dec 2 - Monday
After breakfast we depart for Petra, driving along the King’s Highway through the lands of ancient Edom. Arrive at the hauntingly beautiful Petra, one of the wonders of the ancient world. Check into your hotel and hike Petra at your leisure. Overnight at the Petra Movenpick Resort.
Day 13 – Dec 3 - Tuesday
Depart Petra and drive through the land of Moab to Mount Nebo from where Moses viewed the promised land before he died. If the air is clear and the light just right, see the sun’s reflection of the buildings in Jerusalem. This is a sobering location, and you can almost feel the presence of the man who died here and was buried by God in an unknown tomb. Continue to Amman for your last evening in Jordan.
Overnight in Amman in the Marriott Hotel.
Day 14 –Dec 4 - Wednesday - RETURN TRAVEL DAY
After breakfast check out of your hotel and travel to Queen Alia International Airport for your flights home. The airport is about 35-55 minutes from the hotel depending on traffic. Return home changed by this experience of a lifetime, a spiritual, educational and inspirational Journey to the Holy Land.
Subject to rearrangement.
Copyright TC Tours and Premier Bible Land Journeys
Special Note:
This itinerary is subject to change depending on the advice of our guide as to the safety or practicality of any locations. Tour companies classify this a "14-day tour" although there are only 12 nights spent in Israel and Jordan. The 2 flight days are included in the 14 day total.
This itinerary is subject to change depending on the advice of our guide as to the safety or practicality of any locations. Tour companies classify this a "14-day tour" although there are only 12 nights spent in Israel and Jordan. The 2 flight days are included in the 14 day total.