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What's this trip about?

CATHOLIC ITINERARY The roots of your faith will come to life on this extraordinary journey through Israel and Jordan. Starting in Tel Aviv, visit some of the main archaeological, historical, and biblical sites, and follow in the footsteps of Jesus as you learn more about His life and ministry. To stand in the very places where history unfolded is a true highlight as you visit sites of biblical importance, such as Nazareth, the Sea of Galilee, Cana, the Mount of Beatitudes, the River Jordan valley, Bethlehem, and last, but not least, Jerusalem. Complete the experience in fascinating Jordan, where you’ll visit more faith-related sites like Mount Nebo, but also one of the most inspiring places on earth: the spectacular sandstone city of Petra. This extraordinary Israel and Jordan tour is designed for value-minded travel lovers.

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights

Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people

Age range65+, 50 - 64, 36 - 49, 18 - 35, 12 - 17, 6 - 11

Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included

Start City TEL AVIV, ISRAEL

End CityAMMAN

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Itinerary

Day 1: ARRIVE IN TEL AVIV, ISRAEL

Welcome to Israel! Check into your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. This evening, meet your Tour Director and fellow travel companions.

Day 2: TEL AVIV–JAFFA–CAESAREA–MEGIDDO–NAZARETH

Enjoy a full day exploring some of the Holy Land’s ancient biblical and modern sights. Begin by driving to the old port of Jaffa, an atmospheric town, where Jonah set sail before he was swallowed by the whale. Continue to Caesarea, an ancient port turned into an incr...

Day 3: NAZARETH. EXCURSION TO BET SHE’AN

Attend one of the early morning Mass services if you wish, then join today’s included excursion. Bet She’an is one of the best-preserved archaeological sites of this region and well worth some time to wander around. Ongoing excavations at this UNESCO World Heritage s...

Day 4: NAZARETH. EXCURSION TO MAGDALA–SEA OF GALILEE–TABGHA–CAPERNAUM–MOUNT OF BEATITUDES–CANA

Today, celebrate [M] Mass in Magdala, home to Mary Magdalene, then skirt the Sea of Galilee, and enjoy its scenic beauty. Continue to Tabgha and visit the church commemorating the miracle of Jesus feeding 5,000 people with two fish and five loaves. On to Capernaum, h...

Day 5: NAZARETH–BETHLEHEM–JERUSALEM

Enjoy a spectacular drive through the Jordan Valley. Stop at the Qasr El Yahud baptismal site where, according to tradition, Jesus was baptized by St. John the Baptist. Continue to Bethlehem, birthplace of Jesus and King David. Visit one of Christianity’s holiest pla...

Day 6: JERUSALEM

A day of reflection awaits as you set off on a walking tour of Jerusalem’s Old Town. From the Mount of Olives, take in memorable views over the city’s domes, walls, and rooftops before strolling in the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus prayed on the night before his ...

Day 7: JERUSALEM. OPTIONAL EXCURSION TO MASADA & THE DEAD SEA

Today is free to relax, explore Jerusalem at leisure, or revisit some of the most significant places of worship. Or take your day further with an out-of-this-world optional excursion to Masada and the Dead Sea, sitting on Earth’s lowest land elevation. Travel through ...

Day 8: JERUSALEM, ISRAEL–PETRA, JORDAN

Drive to Allenby Bridge and cross the border into Jordan. Arrive at Bethany Beyond the Jordan. Stop at Mount Nebo, where Moses saw the Promised Land and where he is believed to be buried. Next, travel to ancient Madaba, the “City of Mosaics.” See the spectacular Byza...

Day 9: PETRA–AMMAN

This morning, visit the archaeological site of Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New7Wonders of the World®. Enjoy an unforgettable experience as you walk down the Siq, the narrow gorge made famous in “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade,” and stand in...

Day 10: AMMAN. EXCURSION TO JERASH, AJLOUN & ANJARA

Begin your day with a stop in Jerash, which was inhabited as early as 3200 BC. Although the city was impacted by the earthquake of 749 ADinner, it is the site of the best-preserved Greco-Roman ruins in the Middle East. Travel through beautiful pine forests and olive ...

Day 11: AMMAN

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)

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$2,999

Price per day

$273

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Accommodation:

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Mary's Well Nazareth

Ibis Jerusalem City Center Hotel

Petra Guesthouse

Centro Mada

Group size:

Standard Group - 25 + people

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