Join us for a 10 Day Biblical Israel Tour

March 2-11, 2026   

All Inclusive Price: $5,279 from JFK, NY.  $4,529 for “land only” travelers.

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Day 1 – Monday, March 2: Depart U.S.A.

Tour members meet at their respective airports for our evening flight. After dinner is served, we’ll sit back and relax, enjoying the onboard entertainment as we prepare for this exciting adventure of a lifetime.

Day 2 – Tuesday, March 3: Arrival in Tel Aviv, Transfer to Netanya

Upon arrival at Ben Gurion Airport, we’ll be greeted by our local Israeli representative, who will assist with baggage and transfers. Here, we will also meet those who previously completed the February trip to Egypt! A short drive brings us to our hotel in Netanya, where we will enjoy dinner and rest beside the beautiful Mediterranean Sea. (note: those doing the prior Egypt trip will fly from Cairo and arrive on Tuesday, March 3rd as well)

Day 3 – Wednesday, March 4: Caesarea, Mount Carmel, Megiddo, Nazareth, Tiberias

After an abundant breakfast buffet, we’ll journey north along the coast to Caesarea, the magnificent harbor city built by King Herod. Walking through the ancient theater and Crusader city, we’ll marvel at the aqueduct that played a vital role in the region’s infrastructure, even appearing in the book of Acts. From there, we ascend Mount Carmel (1 Kings 18), the site of Elijah’s dramatic confrontation with the prophets of Baal. Continuing to Megiddo (Armageddon; 1 Kings 9:15; Rev. 16:16), we’ll explore the ruins of this once-great city. Across the Jezreel Valley, we reach the precipice of Nazareth (Luke 1 and 4), offering breathtaking views and connections to Jesus’ early life. Passing through the traditional Cana (John 2), we arrive at our kibbutz-hotel along the shores of the Sea of Galilee. After dinner, we’ll gather for an evening of fellowship and worship.

Day 4 – Thursday, March 5: Arbel, Yardenit, Magdala, Capernaum, Sea of Galilee

Our day begins at Mount Arbel, offering a stunning panoramic view of the entire Sea of Galilee. Adventurous travelers may opt for a hike to the top, while others will take a scenic bus ride. Next, we travel south to Yardenit, where we have the opportunity to reaffirm our baptism in the Jordan River. Returning to the northwest shore, we explore Magdala, home of Mary Magdalene, and visit a recently uncovered first-century synagogue where Jesus may have taught. In Capernaum, the center of Jesus’ ministry, we’ll reflect on biblical events while exploring the ruins of the synagogue and nearby shoreline. Our day concludes with a peaceful boat ride on the Sea of Galilee will allow us to experience the waters where Jesus walked. We’ll also see the “Jesus boat,” a first-century fishing vessel discovered in 1986. We return to our hotel for dinner and a free evening.

Day 5 – Friday, March 6: Hippos, Beth Shean, Jericho, Dead Sea

This morning, we’ll visit Hippos, one of the Decapolis cities mentioned in the Gospels, perched above the Sea of Galilee with remarkable ruins and panoramic views. Continuing south through the Jordan Valley, we reach Beth Shean (1 Samuel 31), a major Roman city of the Decapolis. Our journey then takes us to Jericho, where we will ascend the ancient tel to see remnants of the fortification walls that fell in Joshua’s time (Joshua 6). By evening, we arrive at our hotel at the Dead Sea (Ein Bokek), where we will have the unique opportunity to float in its mineral-rich waters before dinner.

Day 6 – Saturday, March 7: Masada, Ein Gedi, Qumran, Wilderness of Judah, Jerusalem

Our morning begins with a visit to Masada, King Herod’s mountain fortress, where we ascend by cable car to explore its ancient palaces, waterworks, and fortifications. An optional descent via the Snake Path is available. At Ein Gedi, the desert oasis where David hid from King Saul, we enjoy a short hike to a beautiful waterfall. Next, we visit Qumran, the home of the Essenes, who authored the Dead Sea Scrolls, first discovered here in 1947. As we journey toward Jerusalem, we’ll pause at Wadi Qelt to hear passages from Isaiah 40 and Psalm 23 in the setting of the Judean wilderness. Finally, we ascend to the Holy City of Jerusalem, where we check into our hotel, enjoy dinner, and have the option of an evening visit to the Western Wall.

Day 7 – Sunday, March 8: Mount of Olives, Gethsemane, Herodium, Shepherd’s Fields, Bethlehem

We’ll start the day with a breathtaking view of Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives before walking down the traditional Palm Sunday route to the Garden of Gethsemane. Later, we visit Herodium, one of Herod the Great’s fortress-palaces and his burial site. Nearby in Beit Sahour, we visit the Shepherds’ Fields, where the angelic announcement of Jesus’ birth took place, and sing carols in celebration. Before returning to Jerusalem, we stop at an olivewood factory in Bethlehem. The evening is free for personal exploration or relaxation.

Day 8 – Monday, March 9: Yad Vashem, Israel Museum, Shephelah Region

Today begins with a visit to Yad Vashem, Israel’s Holocaust Memorial, where we will reflect on the stories of survivors and victims. At the Israel Museum, we explore the Model of Jerusalem from the Second Temple period, view the Dead Sea Scrolls at the Shrine of the Book, and examine biblical artifacts. In the afternoon, we journey into the Shephelah (lowlands) of Judah to visit biblical sites such as Gezer, Beth Shemesh, and Azekah, significant in Israel’s history.

Day 9 – Tuesday, March 10: City of David, Hezekiah’s Tunnel, Southern Wall Excavations, Western Wall, Old City, Garden Tomb

Our day starts at the City of David, where excavations have revealed structures dating to King David’s reign. Those interested can walk through Hezekiah’s Tunnel, a remarkable 1,720-foot water channel from the eighth century B.C. We’ll see the Pool of Siloam (John 9) before ascending to the Southern Wall excavations and Temple steps. After lunch in the Jewish Quarter, we visit the Pools of Bethesda (John 5) and experience the remarkable acoustics of St. Anne’s Church. We continue to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher before ending our journey at the Garden Tomb, where we will celebrate a Communion Service. In the evening, we enjoy a farewell dinner before departing for the airport (or an overnight in the hotel for those with an early morning flight tomorrow).

Day 10 – Wednesday, March 11: Return to the U.S.A.

We arrive back in the U.S.A., complete customs formalities, and board our connecting flights home, filled with unforgettable memories of our journey through the land of the Bible.