Overview
This tour refers to a pilgrimage or a cultural journey to significant religious sites located in Israel, Egypt and Jordan. deeply spiritual and educational experience, offering insights into the roots of religion and the historical context of their beliefs and practices.
A Holy Land tour in Israel offers a deep dive into the roots of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, providing pilgrims and visitors alike with a profound spiritual and historical experience. It combines ancient biblical narratives with contemporary insights into a complex and vibrant region.
The pyramids of Egypt are iconic symbols of ancient Egyptian civilization and are among the most famous archaeological sites in the world.
Jordan provides a comprehensive look at the religious and cultural history of the region, It offers insights into the biblical narratives and the ancient civilizations that have shaped the Holy Land over millennia.
Itinerary
31st Oct
Departure from Indian Airport. Arrival into Cairo Airport and transfer to the hotel. Later we proceed for half day city tour. Visit The Abu Serga Church the House where the Holy Family lived during their stay in Egypt. lastly proceed to enjoy a boat ride on the river Nile with dinner. (Nile Cruise). Overnight Hotel, Cairo.
1st Nov
After an early breakfast, visit the great Pyramids and the Sphinx. The three pyramids and the sphinx are considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Short drive to Panoramic point for photographs. After lunch depart on a long journey to Dahab, drive through the Ahmed Hamdi Tunnel built below the famous Suez Canal, leaving the African side and entering the Asian side of Egypt. We will reach the hotel in time for Dinner. Overnight in Dahab.
2nd Nov
After early breakfast, we proceed to visit St. Katherine’s Monastery to see the famous Burning Bush and Jethro’s Well. Later return to hotel and relax in the resort. Dahab, southeast coast of the Sinai Peninsula, is considered to be one of the most treasured diving destinations in this region. It is famous for its coral reefs, and is also one of the stations the Israelites made during the Exodus from Egypt. Free day to reflect and refresh. Overnight in Dahab.
3rd Nov
After Breakfast at the hotel we then drive to The Taba Border Crossing, an international border crossing between Egypt and Israel. After immigration and visa formalities, board the Israel bus and proceed to Jericho. En route stop for lunch. check in and rest of the evening at leisure. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight at Jericho Hotel.
4th Nov
After an early breakfast Proceed to visit the Church of Saint Peter in Gallicantu, where Peter denied Jesus 3 times before the cock crowed twice (Matthew 26:69-75, Mark 14:66-72, John 18:12-27), Sacred Pit (the Stone Pit where according to tradition, Jesus was held overnight before His trial), Sacred Staircase, which for centuries has been revered as the path Jesus climbed when brought to the house of Caiphas, the High Priest, via the Kidron Valley, Church of the Cenaculum at Mt. Zion.
Visit the Church of the Dormition Abbey, where Mary assumed into Heaven. Visit the Cenacle Room (or Upper Room) of The Last Supper (Luke 22:7-13) and King David's Tomb, drive from The Dung Gate to Mount of Olives, visit the Chapel of Ascension, where Jesus ascended to Heaven (Acts 1:6-11), Church of the Pater Noster (Church of the ‘Our Father’) where Jesus taught his disciples the Lord's Prayer (Luke 11:1-13, Matthew 6:7-15) and the site where He revealed His last coming and the end of the world (Matthew 24:1-14, Luke 21:5- 19). Walk down the Hosanna Route, following the traditional pathway of ‘Palm Sunday’, visit the Church of Dominus Flevit (Church of the ‘Tear Drop’), where Jesus foretold the destruction of Jerusalem (Luke 19:41-44), situated on the upper
Visit the Church of the Dormition Abbey, where Mary assumed into Heaven. Visit the Cenacle Room (or Upper Room) of The Last Supper (Luke 22:7-13) and King David's Tomb, drive from The Dung Gate to Mount of Olives, visit the Chapel of Ascension, where Jesus ascended to Heaven (Acts 1:6-11), Church of the Pater Noster (Church of the ‘Our Father’) where Jesus taught his disciples the Lord's Prayer (Luke 11:1-13, Matthew 6:7-15) and the site where He revealed His last coming and the end of the world (Matthew 24:1-14, Luke 21:5- 19). Walk down the Hosanna Route, following the traditional pathway of ‘Palm Sunday’, visit the Church of Dominus Flevit (Church of the ‘Tear Drop’), where Jesus foretold the destruction of Jerusalem (Luke 19:41-44), situated on the upper western slopes of the Mount of Olives, then proceed to the Church of All Nations – Garden of Gethsemane where Judas betrayed his Master. Then proceed to the Via Dolorosa, the last route walked by Jesus, follow the 14 Stations of the Cross to Golgotha. Visit the Chapel of Flagellation, where according to tradition, the Roman Soldiers scourged Jesus and placed a crown of thorns on His head (John 9:1- 3), the Convent of the Sisters of Zion. The last 5 Stations of the Cross are inside the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Visit Calvary, the site of the Crucifixion (John 19:18) and the empty Tomb of Jesus (John 19:40). Finally visit the Wailing Wall (according to the Mishna - Oral Torah, of all the four walls of the Temple Mount, the Western Wall was the closest to the Holy of Holies and, therefore, to pray by the Wall for a Jew is particularly beneficial). Dinner and overnight in Bethlehem Hotel
5th Nov
After an early breakfast drive to Ein Karim in Judea, a village turned suburb at the western edge of Jerusalem, visit the Church of the Visitation (Luke 1:40), where Mary visited her cousin Elizabeth, mother of John the Baptist. Along the way visit Mary’s Spring. Then visit the Church of St. John the Baptist, where John was born (Luke 1:57), and an underground church dedicated to the Holy Innocents. Next head on to Bethany, the town of Lazarus and his two sisters, Mary and Martha, Church of St. Lazarus. Visit the Tomb of Lazarus, where Jesus performed the miracle of raising Lazarus from the dead (John 11:1-44). Then proceed for lunch to Bethlehem. Visit Shepherd’s Field - it was here that the Angel announced the Birth of Jesus to the Shepherds of Bethlehem (Luke 2:8-14). Visit the Milk Grotto – according to tradition it is here where Mary nursed her child Jesus before fleeing into Egypt. It is said that a drop of the Virgin's milk fell to the floor of the cave, turning the whole cave into chalky white stone. Visit the Birthplace of Jesus at the Church of the Nativity (Luke 2:6-7), St.
Catherine’s Church, site of the famous Christmas eve Mass, (Crusader’s Cloister Grotto of St Jerome). Overnight in Bethlehem Hotel.
6th Nov
After breakfast, We begin with a drive to Haifa to the Carmelite Monastery of Stella Maris to visit a similar cave where the Prophet Elijah took shelter, view the Bahia Gardens. Then proceed to Cana, near Nazareth, to visit ‘The Wedding Church’, the site of the First Miracle where Jesus turned water into wine (John 2:1-11).
Visit the boyhood town of Jesus and the Home of Mary and Joseph. Stop at St. Gabriel’s Church and Mary’s Well, where Mary and Jesus drew water. Walk to St. Joseph's Workshop and the Tomb of the Just in St. Joseph’s Church. Visit the Basilica of Annunciation built over the Grotto where the Archangel Gabriel appeared to Mary to announce that she was going to become the mother of God (Luke 1:26). Finally drive to Mount of Precipice. After dinner, Holy Eucharist in any of the above church. Overnight Nazareth Hotel.
7th Nov
After an early breakfast drive, to Mt. Tabor and ascend by taxis to visit the Church of Transfiguration (Luke 9:28-36). Drive to the Church of the Beatitudes, Galilee, site of the Sermon on the Mountain (Matthew 5). Visit the Church of the Primacy of Peter (Mensa Christi – Table of Christ) where Jesus appeared to his disciples, prepared breakfast for them and gave Peter the pastoral commission to ‘feed my sheep’ (John 21:15-19), visit the Church of the Multiplication of the Loaves and Fish, Tabgha. Then drive to the Sea of Galilee, where Jesus calmed the storm and walked on the waters, for a boat ride in a replica boat that Jesus and His disciples traveled. Lunch in a restaurant - the famous St. Peter’s fish. After lunch, continue to Capernaum, the second native city of Jesus Christ, visit St. Peter’s Church built over Peter's Mother-in-Law’s House (Matthew 8:14-17, Mark 1:21-34) visit the Synagogue where Jesus taught, now in ruins (Mark 1:21, Luke 4: 31-33), where He also delivered a man of an unclean spirit and healed him, healed the centurion's servant (Matthew 8: 5-13, Luke 7: 1-10), and it was here where a palsied man was healed by Jesus, who was let down through the roof (Matthew 9:1-8, Mark 2:1-12). Finally proceed to the Sheikh Hussein International Border Crossing, to cross into the Royal Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, after the Immigration procedure is complete. Then drive to Amman hotel. Dinner and overnight in Amman.
8th Nov
After Breakfast, check out and we drive to the baptism site where Jesus was baptized and renew our baptism vows. Check in to Dead Sea Resort and enjoy the rest of the day relaxing also take the dead sea floating experience. Overnight at Dead Sea Resort Jordan.
9th Nov
After Breakfast, proceed to Mt. Nebo, the most revered site in Jordan. Mt. Nebo is presumed to be the site of Moses' death and burial place. On top of the mountain is a Franciscan Church with beautiful 4th and 6th century mosaics. Visit the Serpent Monument near the Church. From a platform in front of the church you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the Promised Land (the Jordan valley the Dead Sea, Jericho, the rooftops of Jerusalem and Bethlehem). This is the place from where God showed Moses the Promised Land from a distance. Rest of the day for local shopping. Overnight at Dead Sea Resort Jordan
10th Nov
After Breakfast, day at Leisure later check out and proceed to the airport for a flight to India.
Inclusions:
- Acc: 10N Acc in 3*DX Hotels on Twin/Dbl sharing basis.
- Meals: 10 x Breakfasts, 10 x Lunches & 10 x Dinners.
- All churches entry fees, Nile Cruise, Galilee Boat Ride, Dead Sea entry & Mt Tabor Taxi).
- Air-Conditioned Premium Transportation service.
- Professional & friendly, licensed, English-speaking guide service.
- Arrival and departure assistance.
- Airfare
- Visa and travel Insurance
Exclusions:
- Porter service at Hotels & Beverages during meals.
- Phone calls & Laundry service.
- Anything else not mentioned under the heading “Inclusions”.