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8 Day Holy Land Tour to Israel

November 13-20

Join Grace Fellowship and Pastor Jeff on an 8 day, 7 night tour through the Holy Land

ALL COMMISSION AND PROFIT FROM THIS TRIP GO TOWARDS THE MISSION OF GRACE FELLOWSHIP: A CHURCH FOR ALL NATIONS TO REACH PALM BEACH COUNTY, SOUTH FLORIDA, AND THE WORLD WITH THE GOOD NEWS OF JESUS CHRIST.

Begins and ends: Tel Aviv, Ben Gurion Airport | Nov 13-20, 2026 | 8 days, 7 nights

Tour Highlights

Drive to Mount Carmel where Elijah the Prophet confronted the 450 prophets of Baal to determine whose God would end the three and a half year drought.
Visit Old Joppa where Peter had his vision while lodging in the home of Simon the Tanner who lived by the sea.
Stop for a swim in the Dead Sea
Sail on the Sea of Galilee in a replica of a 2000 year old ancient boat
Stop at Kasr el Yahud where Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist
Optional Sound and Light Show at the Tower of David
Visit the Mount of Beatitudes and read the Sermon on the Mount
Walk to Mount Zion to see the traditional Tomb of King David and the Upper Room
Camel ride and dinner under Abraham's Tent
Visit Bethlehem, view the Dead Sea Scrolls
Visit the Mount of Olives with panoramic views of Jerusalem. Walk down to the Garden of Gethsemane

8 Day Holy Land Tour to Israel

itinerary

Day 1

Friday, November 13, 2026
Welcome to Israel!

Upon arrival, you will be met by our airport representative who will assist with border formalities and luggage collection, before escorting you to your awaiting tour educator and transportation.
• Transfer to Tel Aviv.
• Hotel check-in.
• Have a chance to rest, relax, and unwind following the journey.
• This evening, gather in the hotel’s main dining room for dinner.
• Afterward, gather to set the spiritual tone and practical plan for the journey. Led by Pastor Robinson and your tour educator, review the itinerary and logistics, and open in prayer for unity, safety, and a fresh encounter with God and Christ in the Land. Includes Q&A and a brief devotional to align hearts and expectations.
Dinner and Overnight: Tel Aviv

Day 2

Saturday, November 14, 2026
THE GOSPEL TO THE NATIONS: ENCOUNTERS BY THE SEA
• After breakfast, check out from your hotel accommodations.

• Meet your tour educator in the lobby, and together, depart from the hotel.

• Begin the day in the ancient port city of Jaffa. See the setting of Peter’s vision at Simon the Tanner’s house, gaze toward the waters where Jonah fled from God’s call and recall how Solomon brought cedars of Lebanon through this very harbor to build the Temple. A place of prophetic encounters, obedience, and God’s unfolding plan.

• Travel north along Israel’s coastal highway as it runs adjacent to the Mediterranean Sea.

• At Caesarea Maritima, the great port city of Herod the Great, walk through the remains of Pontius Pilate’s palace and stand in the Roman theater where crowds once gathered. Visit the ancient hippodrome that hosted chariot races and marvel at the well-preserved aqueduct that carried fresh water to the city. Here Paul was imprisoned before being sent to Rome, and Cornelius the centurion became the first Gentile believer—making Caesarea a cornerstone in the spread of the Gospel.

• Ascend Mount Carmel, where the prophet Elijah confronted the 450 prophets of Baal and called down fire from heaven, proving that the Lord alone is God. From this dramatic setting, enjoy sweeping panoramic views of the Jezreel Valley, a landscape rich in biblical history and prophecy.

• At Megiddo, overlook the Jezreel Valley, the prophesied site of Armageddon in the Book of Revelation. Explore the ancient city’s gates, Solomon’s stables, and fortifications, which once controlled vital trade routes. Walk through the impressive water system carved into the rock – which dates back to the 9th century, BCE – and reflect on Megiddo’s role as both a center of power in biblical times and a symbol of the ultimate triumph of God’s kingdom.

• Proceed to your hotel on the shores of the Sea of Galilee for check-in.

• Dinner at the hotel.
Dinner and Overnight: Galilee

Day 3

Sunday, November 15, 2026
BY THE WATERS: FOLLOWING JESUS IN GALILEE

• After breakfast, meet your tour educator in the lobby, and together, depart from the hotel for a special day devoted to Jesus’ public ministry around the shores of the Sea of Galilee

• Sail on the Sea of Galilee aboard a replica of the 2,000-year-old “Jesus Boat,” discovered along its shores. As you glide across the waters where Jesus walked, calmed the storm, and called His disciples, reflect on the living Gospel stories that unfolded on this very lake.

• Visit Capernaum, the headquarters of Jesus’ Galilean ministry. See the traditional house of Peter’s mother-in-law, where Jesus healed the sick, and stand in the remains of the ancient synagogue where He taught with authority. Walk the stones of the “town of Jesus” and experience the heart of His ministry in Galilee.

• Continue to Tabgha, the traditional site of the miracle of the loaves and fishes. Here, view the famous mosaic depicting two fish and a basket of bread, a lasting symbol of Jesus’ provision and abundance.

• Drive to the Mount of Beatitudes, the hillside where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount. Read His words of blessing in the very setting where He first spoke them, and reflect on their timeless call to live as citizens of God’s Kingdom.

• Afterward, visit Tel Dan Nature Reserve, one of the headwaters of the Jordan River and a lush oasis of flowing streams. Explore the ancient city gate and the high place where King Jeroboam set up a golden calf for the northern kingdom after Solomon’s death. A site of both natural beauty and biblical history, Tel Dan invites reflection on faithfulness to God amidst Israel’s story.

• Conclude the day at Yardenit on the banks of the Jordan River, a site that recalls the baptism of Jesus. Here, take part in a moving renewal of baptismal vows, reaffirming faith and commitment in the very waters that symbolize new life in Christ.

• Return to the hotel.

• Dinner at the hotel.
Dinner and Overnight: Galilee

Day 4

Monday, November 16, 2026
FROM NAZARETH TO JERUSALEM

• After breakfast, check out from your hotel accommodations.

• Meet your tour educator in the lobby, and together, depart from the region.

• Start the day in Nazareth, the hometown of Jesus. Visit the magnificent Church of the Annunciation, built over the traditional site where the angel Gabriel announced to Mary that she would give birth to the Son of God. A place of awe and wonder, it celebrates the mystery of the Word made flesh.

• Visit Nazareth Village, a living history site that recreates daily life in the time of Jesus. Walk through reconstructed homes, terraced fields, and a working olive press as costumed interpreters bring the parables of the New Testament to life in their original setting.

• Drive through the Jezreel Valley to Beit Shean, also known as Scythopolis, one of the Decapolis cities. Explore its magnificent Roman and Byzantine ruins, including the theater, bathhouses, market areas, and grand colonnaded streets. Here we will retell the story of King Saul’s death and reflect on the rise and fall of kingdoms in light of God’s eternal plan.

• Travel down the Jordan Valley past Jericho, with a view toward Mount Nebo where Moses saw the Promised Land. Stop at Kasr el Yahud, the authentic site where Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist, and reflect on the beginning of His public ministry in these sacred waters.

• Ascend to Jerusalem.

• Check in to your hotel accommodations.

• Dinner at the hotel.

• Optional: Experience the ‘Night Spectacular’ sound and light show at the Tower of David.
Dinner and Overnight: Jerusalem

Day 5

Tuesday, November 17, 2026
THE WAY OF THE CROSS: WALKING WITH JESUS IN JERUSALEM

• After breakfast, meet your tour educator in the lobby, and together, depart the hotel for a day of exploration in Jerusalem.

• Begin the day atop the Mount of Olives, taking in a breathtaking panoramic view of Jerusalem.

• Follow the path of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, recalling the crowds who shouted “Hosanna!” as He rode down the Mount of Olives. Stop at Dominus Flevit, “The Lord wept,” where Jesus mourned over Jerusalem, offering a place for prayer and reflection on His deep love for the city and its people.

• Gaze upon the Temple Mount and imagine its grandeur in the days of Jesus, the heart of Jewish worship and the backdrop of many Gospel events. Continue walking down to the Garden of Gethsemane, where, among ancient olive trees, you will have quiet moments to reflect on Jesus’ agony and prayer, knowing He was about to be betrayed.

• Enter the Old City of Jerusalem through St. Stephen’s Gate, also known as the Lion’s Gate. Tradition recalls this as the place where the first Christian martyr, Stephen, was stoned. Passing through this historic gateway, step into the ancient streets where Jesus walked during His final days.

• Visit St. Anne’s Church, famed for its remarkable 11-second echo that enhances the beauty of song and prayer. Just beside it lies the authentic Pool of Bethesda, where Jesus healed the man who had been lame for 38 years, a powerful reminder of His compassion and authority to restore.

• Walk the Via Dolorosa, tracing the Stations of the Cross through the Old City. Pause at the Sisters of Sion Convent, opposite the Praetorium where Pilate judged Jesus, and continue the path of His suffering. Conclude at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, venerated as the site of His crucifixion, burial, and resurrection.

• Walk through the colorful oriental shuk (marketplace) of the Old City, alive with vibrant sights, sounds, and aromas. As you weave through its bustling alleys, take in the rich tapestry of cultures, traditions, and history that have shaped Jerusalem for centuries.

• Walk to Mount Zion to visit the traditional Tomb of King David, honoring Israel’s great psalmist and king. Nearby, enter the Upper Room, remembered as the place of the Last Supper and the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost—a powerful space of covenant, communion, and commissioning.

• Conclude at St. Peter in Gallicantu, the traditional site of Caiaphas’ house, where Jesus was held after His arrest. Here, Peter denied his Lord three times before the rooster crowed. The site invites reflection on human weakness, forgiveness, and the steadfast grace of Christ.

• Return to the hotel.

• Dinner at the hotel.
Dinner and Overnight: Jerusalem

Day 6

Wednesday, November 18, 2026
SCROLLS, STRONGHOLDS, AND STREAMS IN THE WILDERNESS

• After breakfast, meet your tour educator in the lobby, and together, depart Jerusalem.

• Descend to the Dead Sea region, the lowest point on earth. Surrounded by dramatic desert landscapes, this unique body of water is rich in minerals and famed for its buoyancy, offering both natural wonder and a reminder of the biblical stories set in this region.

• Stop at Qumran, where the Essene community lived in seclusion and faithfully copied the Scriptures. Look across to Cave Four, where the greatest number of Dead Sea Scroll fragments were discovered, shedding light on the biblical world and preserving God’s Word through the ages.

• Visit Masada, the desert fortress built by Herod the Great and later the site of the Jewish Zealots’ last stand against Rome. Ascend (via cable car) to the mountaintop to explore its palaces, storerooms, and bathhouses, and take in sweeping views of the Dead Sea region. Masada stands as a powerful symbol of courage, faith, and perseverance.

• Explore Ein Gedi, a beautiful desert oasis where David hid from King Saul. Walk along flowing streams, waterfalls, and lush vegetation in the midst of the wilderness, and reflect on God’s provision and protection in times of trial.

• Time and weather permitting: pause to experience the unique waters of the Dead Sea. Float effortlessly in the mineral-rich lake and enjoy this one-of-a-kind natural wonder, a refreshing break in the midst of the desert landscape.

• On the way back to Jerusalem, stop at Genesis Land for a taste of biblical hospitality. Ride camels through the Judean hills and enjoy a festive dinner under Abraham’s Tent, where Scripture comes alive in an atmosphere of warmth, storytelling, and fellowship.
Dinner and Overnight: Jerusalem

Day 7

Thursday, November 19, 2026
GREAT JOY AND LIVING HOPE

• After breakfast, meet your tour educator in the lobby, and together, depart from the hotel for a day of exploration.

• Choose one for the group: Start the day with a visit to the Temple Institute, where you’ll see reconstructions and sacred vessels prepared for future Temple worship, offering insight into ancient biblical practices OR explore the City of David, the original heart of Jerusalem, with its archaeological treasures, ancient water systems, and powerful links to King David’s reign.

• Continue to the Israel Museum to view the detailed Second Temple Period model of Jerusalem, bringing to life the city as it appeared in Jesus’ day. Then see the Dead Sea Scrolls at the Shrine of the Book, including some of the oldest surviving biblical manuscripts ever discovered.

• This afternoon, visit Bethlehem and descend into the grotto of the Church of the Nativity, where a fourteen-point star marks the traditional spot of Jesus’ birth. Afterwards, drive to Shepherds’ Fields, the place where angels announced the good news, and lift your voice in beloved Christmas carols celebrating the Savior’s coming.

• Return to Jerusalem.

• Conclude the day at the Garden Tomb, a peaceful site that many revere as the place of Jesus’ burial and resurrection. Gather for prayer, Scripture, and communion as you celebrate the victory of the empty tomb and the living hope found in Christ.

• Return to the hotel.

• Dinner at the hotel.

• Later this evening, gather for a time of open sharing led by Pastor Robinson during which we shall process our shared experiences together in the Holy Land.
Dinner and Overnight: Jerusalem

Day 8

Friday, November 20, 2026
GO FORTH WITH JOY, RETURN WITH PEACE

• After breakfast, check out from your hotel
accommodations.

• Meet your tour educator in the lobby, and together, depart Jerusalem.

• Transfer to Israel’s Ben Gurion International Airport. Upon arrival, you will be met by our airport representative who will assist with flight check-in procedures.

• Depart on your international flight back to the USA.

Trip Cost & Inclusions

$3,885 per person in double room | *$1,440 Single Supplement

Inclusions:

7 nights of hotel accommodations at 4* or higher

Daily buffet breakfast and dinner

Dinner at Genesis Land

Entrance fees per the Itinerary

6 Days of Touring in Itinerary detailed above

Air Conditioned Coach Transportation and goverment certfied guides

Not Included in the trip cost:

International or domestic airfare*

Travel and medical insurance**

Personal Expenses

Optional Sound and Light Show: $15 per person ticket fee

Meals not specified above

Room upgrades or “extras” at hotels

Items not listed as included in this proposal

*Flights: While travelers are responsible for their own flight arrangements, we are happy to assist with you with suggestions for the best recommended flight options.

**Travel Insurance: We strongly suggest the acquisition of appropriate trip insurance to cover medical events, lost or damaged baggage, trip cancellation, or “Cancel for Any Reason” as needed.

Payment Terms:

Upon Booking: $400 Non-Refundable Deposit per person

60 Days Prior to Arrival In Israel: Full Balance is due

Cancellation Policy:

Up to 65 days prior to arrival: Full Refund (Except the non-refundable deposit)
Less than 64 to 45 days prior to arrival: 25% Refund of total amount
Less than 45 days prior to arrival: No Refund

Prerequisites:

Completion of Starting Point. You do not need to be a member of Grace Fellowship to attend this trip but all participants are are required to complete Starting Point. Click below to learn more.

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Important Things to Know

1. Itinerary Highlights: We have a fantastic itinerary planned that will allow us to explore Israel’s rich history, diverse culture, and stunning landscapes. From the ancient streets of Jerusalem to the breathtaking views of the Negev Desert, there’s so much to discover.
2. Walking is Part of the Experience: Israel’s beauty lies in its diversity, and exploring it often involves walking. Please be prepared for a fair amount of walking during our tours and excursions. This will allow us to fully immerse ourselves in the local culture and see the sights up close. While we’ll make every effort to provide comfortable walking shoes, we recommend bringing your own comfortable footwear.
3. Fitness and Mobility: Given the walking involved, it’s important to be reasonably fit and mobile. Some sites may have uneven terrain or steps. If you have any mobility concerns or health conditions, please let us know in advance, so we can make suitable arrangements.
4. Weather and Dress Code: Israel’s climate can vary, so it’s wise to pack layers. While our tour dates should bring pleasant weather, it’s a good idea to bring a light jacket, a hat, and sunscreen for added comfort. Modest dress is important when visiting religious sites, so please pack clothing that covers shoulders and knees.
5. Currency and Local Customs: The currency in Israel is the New Israeli Shekel (NIS). Most places also accept credit cards, but it’s advisable to carry some local currency for small purchases. Familiarize yourself with local customs and be respectful of cultural differences.
6. Travel Documents: Double-check that your passport is valid for at least six months beyond our return date and ensure you have any necessary visas.

Optional

Pre & Post Trip Add-Ons

We’ll be organizing an pre-trip add-on to Petra, Jordan. We will also provide post-trip options if you’d like to extend your stay in Israel. Please indicate on the booking form if you are interested in receiving more information about optional add-ons.

Your Hosts

Jason & Jennifer, Solaz Travel

Jason and Jennifer started Solaz Travel in 2017 and have been members of Grace Fellowship since 2010. We look forward to joining you on this amazing trip next year!

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