DAILY ITINERARY
Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Nazareth, Galilee, and more!
Day 1 - Flight to Tel Aviv
Today marks the beginning of an extraordinary pilgrimage as you board your flight to the Holy Land. Get ready for a truly transformative spiritual experience as you walk in the footsteps of Jesus and explore the rich tapestry of faith and history.
Day 2 - Tel Aviv to Netanya
Upon arriving at Ben Gurion Airport, you’ll smoothly navigate customs and step into this amazing journey with your Nativity tour guide, who will be with you every step. We’ll then board our comfortable motor coach for the scenic drive to your hotel in Netanya. If time allows, we’ll stop in the historic city of Jaffa to celebrate a special Mass at St. Peter's Church. After a fulfilling day, relax and enjoy dinner at your hotel in Netanya.
Day 3 - Caesarea, Mt. Carmel, Haifa, & Tiberias
Our day commences at the stunning ruins of Caesarea Maritima, home to Herod’s ancient palace. Next, we’ll celebrate Mass at Deir Al-Muhraqa, where Elijah confronted the Prophets of Baal and Asherah (1 Kings 18). The next stop is the serene Stella Maris Monastery on Mt. Carmel, followed by exploring beautiful Haifa City. Our journey will conclude as we drive to Tiberias, where you can unwind and enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Day 4 - Cana, Mt. Tabor, & Nazareth
We will begin at the Wedding Church of Cana, where Jesus performed His first miracle. Afterward, we’ll visit the Church of the Transfiguration, as we ascend Mount Tabor, the site of the Transfiguration. We will then explore Nazareth, visiting St. Joseph’s Church, Mary’s Well, and the vibrant old market. We will then make a special visit to the Basilica of the Annunciation, where you will perform! Afterward, we will return to the comforts of Tiberias for dinner at your hotel.
Day 5 - Mt. of Beatitudes, Tabgha, Capernaum, & Galilee
Today begins at the Mount of Beatitudes, where Jesus delivered His profound Sermon on the Mount. We’ll then visit Tabgha, where the miracle of the “Feeding of the 5,000” took place, before seeing the Church of Peter’s Primacy, where Jesus performed the Miraculous Fishing. Next, we’ll explore Capernaum, where Jesus lived and began His ministry. This afternoon promises a unique experience: celebrating Mass aboard a boat on the magnificent Sea of Galilee, capturing the essence of the time of Jesus. Finally, we’ll head to our hotel in Bethlehem for dinner and overnight accommodations.
Day 6 - Bethlehem & Ein Karem
We'll begin our day by visiting Shepherd’s Field, followed by the magnificent Church of the Nativity, a sacred site that marks the very spot where Jesus was born. Today’s performance will take place in Bethlehem, as you perform a concert at St. Catherine of Alexandria Church. In the afternoon, we will journey to Ein Karem, the birthplace of St. John the Baptist. While there, we’ll explore the Church of the Visitation, where the Virgin Mary shared the 'Magnificat' with her cousin Elizabeth. After a fulfilling day, we’ll enjoy dinner and settle in for the night at our hotel in Bethlehem.
Day 7 - Bethany, Jordan River, Jericho, Qmran, & Dead Sea
We start our day in the peaceful village of Bethany, where we will visit the church dedicated to Lazarus, whom Jesus miraculously raised from the dead. Next, we’ll continue to the Jordan River for the opportunity to renew our baptismal vows where Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist. We’ll stop in Jericho, the world’s oldest city, for today’s Mass. Next, we’ll visit the Mount of Temptation, where Jesus fasted, and Qumran, home of the Dead Sea Scrolls. Finally, we’ll enjoy floating in the mineral-rich Dead Sea before returning to our hotel in Bethlehem for dinner and overnight accommodations.
Day 8 - Jerusalem: Palm Sunday Route
Today, we explore Jerusalem, starting at the Mount of Olives and the Pater Noster, where Jesus taught the Lord’s Prayer. We’ll walk the Palm Sunday route, stopping at Dominus Flevit, where Jesus wept over Jerusalem. In the Garden of Gethsemane, we’ll reflect at The Rock of Agony before celebrating Mass at the Church of All Nations, followed by the Chapel of the Ascension. In the afternoon, we’ll head to Mount Zion to explore the Upper Room, concluding our day at St. Peter in Gallicantu, where Peter denied Jesus three times. We’ll return to our hotel in Bethlehem for dinner and overnight accommodations.
Day 9 - Jerusalem: Via Dolorosa
Our day begins with a reflective walk along the Via Dolorosa, retracing Jesus' last steps and meditating at each Station of the Cross. Once we reach the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, where Jesus was crucified and buried, we will celebrate Mass. After Mass, we will visit St. Anne’s Church, pass the Ecce Homo, and conclude our day at the Wailing Wall, the holiest site in Judaism. The afternoon is free for exploration, and we’ll end with a farewell dinner at a local restaurant before staying overnight at our Bethlehem hotel.
Day 10 - Departure
As this incredible journey ends, you’ll transfer to the airport for your flight home, filled with incredible memories from an unforgettable experience.
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