Holy Land Travel

Christians travel to Israel

Traveling is something that we all do and most of us enjoy it. We all travel for different reasons some travel from one place to another for business purposes and some travel as tourist. There are many places in this world where religious people go to visit to see and to feel the old memories of their religion. Muslims go to Makkah and Madina in Saudi Arabia to see the places where the religion Islam grown up. This same goes with other religions as well. Christians travel to Israel, as this is the place where their religion started. For most Christians visiting Israel is just like a dream come true. The Israel is considered to be a holy country for Christians and it is considered to be a good place to renew their faith. It is also considered to be a good vacation spot for most Christians.

Israel and especially Jerusalem holds great importance and significance for Christians and Christians from all over the world come to visit this place. The best thing of Israel and Jerusalem is that it holds all the three famous religions of the world. Islam, Christianity and Judaism. Jerusalem is considered to be a holy place for all these three religions. There are many other attractions as well apart from religious views but most people and especially Christians visit Israel and Jerusalem for religious purposes.

The first place, which a Christian on their holy land travel package enjoys in Jerusalem, is the Old City of Jerusalem and its four quarters. These four quarters are surrounded with eight gates. Well the Israel possess great importance in this world and especially Jerusalem because of its significance in the three most powerful land huge religions in this world. Christians travel to Israel to renew their faith and to become good person and human being and follow what their religion offers.

Traveling to Israel in Christmas

The Israel Tourism Ministry announced it is expecting over 90,000 tourist over the Christmas Holidays, with many of the visitors taking special holy land tour package. The religious tourist are there to visit the holy sites and participate in the religious activities, masses to be held in Jerusalem, Bethlehem and Nazareth the birth place of Jesus.
The Israeli government is cooperating with religious leaders in Israel, and the Catholic Church, Israeli Police, City officials, and the Palestinian Tourism Authority and other governing bodies in order to facilitate tourist on their Israel tours, and provide a positive pleasant experience.
Because of significant volumes in travelers to pass through the Ben Gurion International Airport, as well as the Allenby and Taba border crossings, the government Tourist Authorities are working hard to ensure a speedy and pleasant passage. Extra written flyers and brochures has been delivered to the tourist offices in Jerusalem, Nazareth, Tiberias and Tel Aviv. Additional staff has also been made available for high season in order to serve the visitors promptly.
Tourist can benefit during the holidays free shuttle transportation services for pilgrims traveling from Jerusalem to Bethlehem. The shuttle will leave every hour of the day from Mar Elias Monastery to the Church of Nativity and return on the half hour, starting Friday 24 at mid day until Saturday December 25th at mid day. Tourist will be welcomed with treats in the spirit of Christmas.
Tourism Minister Mr Misezhnikov says: “The Christian community, in its various denominations with hundreds of millions of believers, represents one of the central anchors for incoming tourism to Israel. The Tourism Ministry works with Christian communities in Israel and around the world throughout the year to increase collaboration with opinion formers, community leaders and the faithful who represent a bridge for peace and the opportunity to promote pilgrimage to the holy land .”

In the Footsteps of Jesus Holy Land Tours

Walk where Jesus walked, In the Footsteps of Jesus Israel Holy Land Tours. Experience a Spiritual Christian Tour of a Lifetime!

IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF CHRIST HOLY LAND ISRAEL TOUR II

HOLY LAND GROUP TOUR SATURDAY DEPARTURE

* 10 Days – 7 Nights Fully Escorted Group Tour of Israel
* Focus on Christian & Biblical Sites with Group Travel
* Individual travelers opportunity to join small group with special tour rates
* Breakfast and Dinner Daily
* English or Spanish Speaking Tour. Other languages upon request.
* Tour Guides for this Tour are certified by the Israeli Ministry of Tourism Israel Ministry of Tourism Approved Tour Guides

Book on-line or call toll free 1-800-933-4421. Most tours are small groups. Contact us for tailor-made group tours or private tours.

Included services in our tour rates:

* Meet & assistance on arrival and departure at Ben Gurion Airport.
* Escorted group transfers on arrival and departure.
* Porterage at airport and hotels.
* 6 days sightseeing as per program.
* English or Spanish speaking tour guide.
* Deluxe air-conditioned motor coach.
* Entrance fees as per itinerary.
* 7 Nights hotel accommodation at the above mentioned hotels or similar category.
* Meal arrangements: Half Board (including full Israeli buffet breakfast and set menu dinners at hotels daily).

Not included services in our tour rates:
1. Tips to guide/driver and hotel/restaurant staff.
2. Personal extras or meals not mentioned above.
3. Lunches.

Book on-line or call toll free 1-800-933-4421. Most tours are small groups. Contact us for tailor-made group tours or private tours.

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Why friends and families prefer Holy Land Tours and Travel

Today people have started preferring holy lands tours as their vacation destination. And moreover they are worthwhile also because it imparts individuals with an opportunity to go back to their roots and at the same time explore a new country as well.
Israel has today developed as a major tourist destination as it offers a plethora of religious and historical sites, beach resorts, eco tourism, heritage tourism and archeological sites. Jerusalem is the largest city and capital of Israel and attracts loads of foreign tourists on Israel Tours. It is known as the holiest city in the country as it has number of historical and religious sites. There are four quarters of this old city, Christian quarter, Muslim quarter, Jewish quarter and Armenian quarter.
Nothing can underscore the variety Israel has in store to offer. Within few hours one can visit the Judean desert, the snowy peaks of Mount Hermon, Dead Sea which is the saltiest sea coupled with covered markets, high rise metropolis and ancient biblical cities. This is what together makes Israel a true destination for everybody. It is advisable that individuals plan their tour to this holy land with their families as it also boasts a number of other attractions which are enjoyed by the whole family like Mini Israel, Jerusalem Time elevator and many more.
On the other hand Egypt has also evolved as a great tourist place because Islam and tourism exists side by side allowing individuals and their family to make the most of their tour to this religious place. Tourism sector in Egypt has received wide support from the government and thus continues to remain as a strong pillar.
Egypt has always been known as cradle of civilizations and inspiration for centuries. Whether it’s a beach gateway, unfolding history, desert adventure or religious sites one is interested in, it is the destination that sparks burst of inspiration of mind and heart. Some of the major tourist attractions are the Great Sphinx and Pyramids at Giza, Valley of kings, Abu Salem temples, Cairo museum and Sinai Peninsula and are very popular among the tourists. The trip to Egypt is fully incomplete if visitors fail to squeeze in these places in their schedules.
Vacations are needed by everyone as they allow individuals to get a positive change for themselves and fresh their minds. But most of the time they refrain from it due to the high associated costs of travel and also due to lack of proper information. To the delight of tour lovers Israel tourism and consultants are offering lucrative customized tours to Israel, Egypt and Jordan. Opportunity should not be missed at all because they are offering flat 45% off coupled with customized classic tours.

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In the Footsteps of our Lord Jesus Israel Tour

You’ll never be the same!

is what we keep hearing time and time again from our clients traveling to the Holy Land. Our most popular Christian Tour, In the Footsteps of Christ leads you through the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Walk where Jesus walked, from Nazareth the birth place of Jesus, to Galilee where he began his ministry and made many miracles, and to Jerusalem where he was crucified and rose again. See full tour details» for our Holy Land Travel Tour Package.

see the tour itinerary:

Day 1 – SATURDAY
Departure from North American Gateway

Day 2 – SUNDAY
Welcome to Israel! Upon arrival into Ben Gurion International Airport, you are met and assisted by our airport representative and brought to your guide. Proceed to your hotel in Tel Aviv for dinner and overnight.
Chrsit Footsteps Israel Tours

Day 3 – MONDAY
Caesarea / Megiddo / Haifa / Acre
Following a delicious Israeli buffet breakfast (which you will enjoy each morning prior to departing for your day of touring), depart Tel Aviv. Drive north along the coastal plain to Caesarea (Acts 9.30 Acts 10 24-48), capital of Judea under the Romans. Visit the excavations of this ancient city, the Roman theatre and aqueduct. Continue to Megiddo (1 Kings 4.28, 9, 15, 2 Kings 23, 29 & Revel. 16.16), identified as the site of Armageddon. Visit the archaeological excavations at Megiddo, including the well-preserved water supply system. Drive to the beautiful port city of Haifa, nestled on the Mediterranean Sea. Visit the world famous Persian Gardens at the Bahai Temple. From Haifa, drive to Acre (Micah 1.10), capital of the Crusaders for more than a century. Visit the ancient city and harbour before continuing eastwards across the plains of the Galilee to Kibbutz Hotel Lavi, not far from the Sea of Galilee, dinner and overnight. After dinner, an evening lecture by one of the Kibbutz members about life in a Kibbutz.

Day 4 – TUESDAY
Tiberias / Capernaum / Banias
After a short tour of the Kibbutz grounds we take a boat ride across the Sea of Galilee to Capernaum (Matt. 4.13 13.54, 17.24, Luke 7, Mark 1.2, John 4.46-54). Visit the remains of the 2nd century synagogue. Proceed to Tabgha (Matt. 13, Mark .33-45, & John 21), the site of the miracle of fish and loaves, and visit the Church of Multiplication with its 4th century mosaic floor. Continue to the Mount of the Beatitudes (Matt. 5, 6, 7, 8), where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount. Drive to the Banias Spring and Waterfall (Matt. 16.13 and Mark 8.27), where Jesus was recognized as The Messiah by His Disciples. Tour the Golan Heights, with its valleys, grazing land and snow capped mountains. Return to Kibbutz Lavi for dinner and overnight.

Day 5 – WEDNESDAY
Nazareth / Beit Shean
Begin the day with a drive to Nazareth (Luke 1.26, 4.16-29, Matthew 2.23) via Cana of Galilee (John 2.1-11). In Nazareth, we shall visit the Church of the Annunciation, St. Joseph’s Workshop and Mary’s well. Next on our program is the Jordan River Baptismal site. Continue to Beit Shean, one of the ancient Decapolis cities (Mark 5.20, 7.31), and visit the Roman theatre. This is the city where Saul and his son Jonathan were nailed to the walls (1st Samuel 31.10). Judges 1.27 also mentions Beit Shean. Continue south along the shores of the River of Jordan. Passing Jericho, we proceed westward and climb to the Golden City of Jerusalem. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 6 – THURSDAY
Jerusalem – Old City
Today we visit the Old City of Jerusalem. Our appreciation of this Golden City begins with a panoramic view from the Mount of Olives, overlooking the walls of the old city and the ancient Jewish cemetery. Enter the Old City to begin exploring the wonders of Jerusalem. Visit the Church of All Nations. Proceed to Mount Zion to see the tomb of King David and the nearby Room of the Last Supper (Mark 14.13, Luke 22. 10-38, Matt 26 17-29, Acts 1.13 and Acts 2 The Pentecost). Walk through the Cardo, the main street of Jerusalem 2000 years ago. View the Temple Mount and the Western Wall. Walk along the Via Dolorosa, where Jesus carried His Cross. Continue to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre (Matt. 27. 33-57, 28.10). No visit to Jerusalem is complete without a walk through the colourful Arab bazaar (a chance to test your negotiating skills). Continue to visit the Garden Tomb. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 7 – FRIDAY
Jerusalem – New City and Bethlehem
Today’s program is dedicated to the new city of Jerusalem. Visit the model of ancient Jerusalem at the Holy Land Hotel. Continue to Yad Vashem, Israel’s memorial to the victims of the Holocaust. Enter the site by walking along the Street of the Righteous Gentiles, dedicated to the non-Jews that risked their lives in order to save their Jewish neighbors. Continue to Ein Karem, birthplace of John the Baptists (Luke 1.39-80). This Spanish style church and Mary’s well is where Mother Mary met her cousin Elizabeth.
Proceed to Bethlehem * to visit the Church of the Nativity. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 8 – SATURDAY
Dead Sea / Massada
Drive through the Judean Desert to Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls where found in 1947 by a Bedouin boy. Visit the ancient city of Qumran and drive along the shore of the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth, to Massada, the last stronghold of the Jews after the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 A.D. Ascend Massada by cable car and visit the food storeroom, water irrigation system and Herod’s Palace.
Return to Jerusalem for dinner and overnight.

Day 9 – SUNDAY
Transfer to Ben Gurion International Airport for your flight back home.

Day 10
Arrive this morning and start planing your next memorable trip to the Holy Land with Israel Tourism Consultant.