Christian Pilgrimage To Israel And Jordan
Christian Pilgrimage To Israel And Jordan
Christian Pilgrimage To Israel And Jordan
13 Days Starting in Tel Aviv, Israel and ending in Amman, Jordan
Visiting: Tel Aviv, Haifa, Golan Heights, Nazareth, Jerusalem, Amman, Petra
Tour operator:
Tour code:
IndTur145
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 35
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Cultural, History, Religion and Spiritual, Ruins-Archaeology
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on a profound journey with the "Christian Pilgrimage To Israel And Jordan" tour, exploring the rich historical and spiritual heritage of these ancient lands. Visit iconic sites such as the ancient Roman city of Caesarea, the archaeological wonders of Megiddo, and the mystical synagogues of Safed. Discover the Church of Annunciation in Nazareth, the ruins of Capernaum, and experience the panoramic views from Mount of Olives in Jerusalem. Marvel at the Dead Sea Scrolls, ascend Masada by cable car, and swim in the therapeutic waters of the Dead Sea. Conclude your pilgrimage with a visit to the breathtaking city of Petra in Jordan. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, guided tours, and seamless transportation throughout this unforgettable spiritual journey.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Tel Aviv (-/-/-)
Location: Tel Aviv
Accommodation Name: hotel
Welcome to Israel! Upon arrival at Ben Gurion International Airport, you will be met by our staff at the airport and transferred to your hotel.
Overnight in Tel Aviv
Day 2: Tel Aviv (B/-/-)
Location: Tel Aviv
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, spend your day at leisure
Overnight in Tel Aviv
Day 3: Caesarea - Megiddo - Druze Village - Haifa (B/L/D)
Location: Haifa
Accommodation Name: Kibbutz
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive along the coastal plain to Caesarea, once the Roman capital of the region; see the excavations of the Crusader-era city, the Roman port, aqueduct, and the amphitheater that has been restored to its former glory as a concert venue. Proceed to Megiddo, identified as the site of Armageddon; visit the archaeological excavations including the well-preserved water supply system. Continue to Daliat el-Carmel, a Druze village and enjoy a late lunch at a local restaurant. Proceed via Mount Carmel to Haifa for a panoramic view of Haifa Bay and the Golden domed Bahai Shrine and gardens.
Overnight in a Kibbutz
Day 4: Safed - Katzrin - Golan Winery (B/-/-)
Location: Golan Heights
Accommodation Name: Kibbutz guesthouse
Meals Included: Breakfast
Drive to Safed, the center of Jewish mysticism; Visit the ancient synagogues and the Artists colony. Continue to the Golan Heights to see the former Syrian bunkers, Quneitra and the new Israeli town of Katzrin. Stop at the Golan Winery for a tour and wine tasting; Proceed to \"Golan Magic\" for a multimedia presentation of the area and its history.
Overnight in a Kibbutz guesthouse
Day 5: Sea Of Galilee - Nazareth - Beit Alpha (B/-/-)
Location: Nazareth
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start the day with a visit to Nazareth; Visit the Church of Annunciation; Continue to Tiberias; Visit Capernaum to see the ruins of the synagogue and octagonal Church of St. Peter; Visit Mount of Beatitudes, where Jesus delivered the sermon on the mount. Drive via Beit Shean to Beit Alpha to see the remains of the mosaic floor of an ancient synagogue depicting the zodiac.
Overnight in Jerusalem.
Day 6: Mt. Of Olives - Old City - Bethlehem (B/-/-)
Location: Jerusalem
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start the day with a magnificent panoramic view from Mount of Olives. Drive to the Old City; Visit the Tomb of King David and the Room of Last Supper on Mt. Zion. Enter the walled city and walk through the newly restored Jewish quarter. Visit the Roman Cardo, the Herodian quarter, and continue to the Western Wall. Walk along the Via Dolorosa to the Church of Holy Sepulchre. Continue to Bethlehem*; view Rachel's Tomb and proceed to visit the Church of Nativity and Manger's Square.
Overnight in Jerusalem.
Day 7: Israel Museum - Knesset - Mt. Herzl - Yad Vashem (B/-/D)
Location: Jerusalem
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Drive to the Israel Museum; Visit the Shrine of the Book, where the Dead Sea scrolls are housed, and the miniature model of Jerusalem as it was during the Second Temple period; Proceed for a tour at the Knesset, Israel's parliament. Continue to visit Mount Herzl cemetery and Yad Vashem, Israels official memorial to the Holocaust. Drive through Mea Shearim, the ultra-orthodox neighborhood in Jerusalem and learn about their unique lifestyle. In the evening enjoy a middle eastern dinner followed by the spectacular \"Sound & Light\" show* at the Tower of David Museum.
Overnight in Jerusalem
Day 8: Qumran - Masada - Dead Sea - Jerusalem (B/-/-)
Location: Jerusalem
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Drive through the Judaean Desert to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth, almost 1300 feet (400 meters) below sea level. Stop at Qumran to visit the site where the Dead Sea scrolls were found. Drive along the shores of the Dead Sea to Masada. Ascend by cable car and tour the ancient fortress where the Zealots made their last stand against the Romans before committing mass suicide in 73 AD. Descend by cable car. Continue to the Dead Sea; Cover yourself with the mineral-rich mud and experience a swim in the Dead Sea** that many belief offers therapeutic effects.
Overnight in Jerusalem
Day 9: Jerusalem (B/-/-)
Location: Jerusalem
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, spend your day at leisure in Jerusalem.
Overnight in Jerusalem
Day 10: Sheikh Hussein Bridge - Jerash - Amman (B/-/D)
Location: Amman
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Drive from Jerusalem to the Sheikh Hussein border crossing for procedures to enter Jordan. Proceed to Jerash - city of the Decapolis, located about 45km north of Amman in the fertile heights of the Gilad. Visit the ancient Roman city with colonnaded streets, the baths and the hill of the top Temple etc. Drive to Amman for a panoramic city tour of the Jordanian capital.
Overnight in Amman
Day 11: Amman - Petra (B/-/D)
Location: Petra
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After early breakfast, leave the hotel and travel south on the road to Wadi Musa, the modern village of Petra. Ride on horseback to the \"Siq\" (canyon) and then on foot to Petra, known as \"Sela Edom\" or red rock city, the ancient capital of the Nabateans from 3rd century B.C. to 2nd Century A.D. Visit the most interesting monuments such as the Treasury, El Khazneh (a tomb of a Nabatean king) then the field of tombs, obelisks, the altar, (Al Madhbah) - from this point you can view the whole of the rock city, then back to Wadi Musa village.
Overnight in Petra
Day 12: Amman - Madaba - Mt. Nebo - Tel Aviv (B/-/-)
Location: Tel Aviv
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Drive to Madaba to see the ancient mosaic map of the Holy Land and ruins of historical sites. Continue about 10kms to Mount Nebo, from where Moses viewed the Promised Land. From there you will see the Jordan Valley, Jericho, and the Dead Sea, etc. Visit the remains of the Byzantine church with a mosaic floor. Drive to the border and onwards to Tel Aviv.
Overnight in Tel Aviv
Day 13: Tel Aviv Departure - Usa / Canada (B/-/-)
Location: Tel Aviv
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, after breakfast, you will be transferred back to Ben Gurion International Airport for your onward flight.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Enjoy comfortable stays in Tel Aviv, Haifa, Jerusalem, and Amman, with unique experiences in a Kibbutz guesthouse and Petra.
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Airport Transfers
Travel in comfort with airport transfers.
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Guided Tours
Enjoy guided tours to various historical and cultural sites.
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Transportation Between Cities
Transportation between cities including a cable car ride at Masada and a horseback ride in Petra.
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Meals
Daily breakfast and selected lunches and dinners as per the itinerary.
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Entrance Fees
Entrance fees to various sites including Caesarea, Megiddo, Golan Winery, and Petra.
What's Not Included
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International Flights
International flights to and from the destination are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, laundry, and tips are not included.
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Optional Activities
Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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Visa Fees
Visa fees for entering Israel and Jordan are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with airport transfers, guided tours, and transportation between cities including a cable car ride at Masada and a horseback ride in Petra.
Check out our Q&As
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What is the significance of the visit to the Dead Sea?
The visit to the Dead Sea includes a stop at Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. You will also have the opportunity to cover yourself with mineral-rich mud and experience a swim in the Dead Sea, which is believed to have therapeutic effects.
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What are some of the unique experiences included in the tour?
Unique experiences include staying in a Kibbutz guesthouse, a cable car ride at Masada, a horseback ride in Petra, and a middle eastern dinner followed by a 'Sound & Light' show at the Tower of David Museum.
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What activities are planned for the visit to Petra?
In Petra, you will ride on horseback to the 'Siq' (canyon) and then explore on foot. You will visit significant monuments such as the Treasury, El Khazneh, the field of tombs, obelisks, and the altar (Al Madhbah).
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes airport transfers, guided tours, and transportation between cities. Notably, there is a cable car ride at Masada and a horseback ride in Petra.
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What historical and cultural sites will be visited in Jerusalem?
In Jerusalem, you will visit the Mount of Olives, the Tomb of King David, the Room of Last Supper on Mt. Zion, the Western Wall, the Via Dolorosa, and the Church of Holy Sepulchre. Additionally, you will visit the Israel Museum, the Knesset, Mount Herzl cemetery, and Yad Vashem.
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Are entrance fees to various sites included in the tour cost?
Yes, entrance fees to various sites including Caesarea, Megiddo, Golan Winery, and Petra are included in the tour cost.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, daily breakfast is included along with selected lunches and dinners as per the itinerary.
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What types of accommodations are included in the tour?
The tour offers comfortable stays in Tel Aviv, Haifa, Jerusalem, and Amman. Additionally, there are unique experiences in a Kibbutz guesthouse and in Petra.
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Is there any leisure time included in the itinerary?
Yes, there are leisure days included in the itinerary, specifically on Day 2 in Tel Aviv and Day 9 in Jerusalem.
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What is the process for crossing into Jordan during the tour?
On Day 10, you will drive from Jerusalem to the Sheikh Hussein border crossing for procedures to enter Jordan. After crossing, you will proceed to visit Jerash and then continue to Amman.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.
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If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?
You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.
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Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?
In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.
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