Faith. History. Scripture. Adventure.
December 3–13, 2026
Get ready for an incredible 11-day journey through Israel that brings the Bible to life in the places where it all happened.
We'll start along the Mediterranean coast, head through the beautiful Galilee region, cross the Jordan River valley, and finish right in the heart of Old City Jerusalem.
Highlights include:
Walking the shores of the Sea of Galilee where Jesus called his disciples and calmed the storm
Worship sessions with Sergio & Rhoda
Exploring Caesarea, where Paul stood trial and testified boldly
Standing on Mt. Carmel, site of Elijah's dramatic confrontation with Baal's prophets
Touring at the Western Wall and David's City
Walking the Via Dolorosa
Sharing communion at the peaceful Garden Tomb
Exploring Hezekiah's Tunnel
Floating in the Dead Sea
At a Glance:
11 days / 10 nights
Breakfast and dinner included
Optional add-ons:
Chef Ghassan Dinner Experience (Day 2)
Hike from Korazim to Capernaum (Day 5)
Dig for a Day at Korazim (Day 5)
Please note: Some details are subject to change. If anything on the itinerary is adjusted, you'll be notified right away.
Biblically literate. Historically informed. Spiritually engaged. Join Sergio & Rhoda in the land Scripture shaped. The best is yet to come!
Airport Welcome and Transfer
When you land at Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv, your guide will be waiting to greet you. From there, you'll hop on a comfortable private group transfer straight to Nazareth, where your time walking through Scripture really begins.
Welcome Dinner
You'll get together with everyone else on the trip for dinner at the hotel. It's a lovely chance to share the excitement, meet your fellow guests, and look forward to all that's ahead.
VIP airport meet-and-assist
Private transfer to hotel
Welcome dinner and trip orientation
An early night at the hotel for recovery
Nazareth 1st Century Village - Step back in time and get a feeling for what life was like two thousand years ago at this living history site. You'll see and walk through the everyday routines, customs, and culture of the village where Jesus grew up.
Annunciation Church - We'll visit the Annunciation Church built right over the spot where the Angel Gabriel appeared to Mary with the news that she would bear the Son of God.
Fellowship - Join together at 7pm for a time of fellowship at the local Baptist church of Nazareth led by Suhail, Rhoda's father.
Breakfast - Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel.
Dinner - Return to the hotel for dinner and an evening of rest.
Chef Ghassan Experience (Optional) - Enhance your evening with this optional dining experience for an extra fee, available for up to 50 participants.
Nazareth 1st Century Village
Annunciation Church
Group Fellowship
Chef Ghassan Dinner Experience
Transfer to Galilee - Head north through the gorgeous Israeli countryside with a few historic stops along the way before settling into your hotel in the Galilee region.
Caesarea Maritima - Explore the ruins of this ancient Roman port city that Herod the Great built. You'll walk through a huge amphitheater, admire the beautiful harbor remains, and stand in the very place where the Apostle Paul was imprisoned. It's an impressive glimpse into Roman grandeur and the world where early Christianity began to spread.
Megiddo - Continue to the ancient city Megiddo, known in Revelation as Armageddon, where you'll discover layers of civilizations spanning thousands of years. The archaeological site reveals Solomon's stables, an impressive water system, and an incredible view of the Jezreel Valley where numerous biblical battles took place.
Sea of Galilee Boat Ride - There's nothing quite like being out on the Sea of Galilee. You'll enjoy a peaceful boat ride on the same waters where Jesus calmed the storm and called his disciples. It's a beautiful, reflective time to connect with the Gospel and Christ's continued work right here in Israel. We'll have time for some singing and worship together on the boats.
Breakfast - Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Nazareth before departing.
Dinner - Settle in with dinner at your Galilee hotel, sharing stories of the day's discoveries.
Caesarea Maritima
Megiddo
Sea of Galilee Boat Ride
Mount Arbel - Start your morning with a climb up Mount Arbel for incredible panoramic views over the Sea of Galilee, the Golan Heights, and the valleys where Jesus walked and taught.
Magdala - Stop at this recently excavated site, the hometown of Mary Magdalene. You'll see a beautifully preserved first-century synagogue where Jesus very likely preached. It's a moving place that gives deep insight into Jewish life in His time and the important role women played in His ministry.
Mount of Beatitudes - Stand on the hillside overlooking the Sea of Galilee, the very spot where Jesus gave the Sermon on the Mount and shared the Beatitudes. With peaceful gardens and breathtaking views, it's the perfect setting to quietly think about His life-changing teachings on the kingdom of God.
Tabgha and the Church of the Primacy of St. Peter - We'll head to Tabgha next, the traditional place where the resurrected Jesus cooked breakfast for his disciples and restored Peter with those three questions: "Do you love me?”
Breakfast - Start your day with breakfast at the hotel.
Dinner - Gather for dinner at the hotel, reflecting on the powerful sites you've experienced.
Mount Arbel
Magdala
Mount of Beatitudes
Tabgha
Church of the Primacy of St. Peter
Korazim - We start the day at this ancient Jewish village, one of the places where Jesus did many miracles but was ultimately rejected. You'll wander through the beautifully preserved black basalt synagogue and homes. Depending on the activity you choose, your morning here will feel personal and meaningful in different ways.
Capernaum - Explore the town that became Jesus' home base during his time in Galilee. You'll see the ancient synagogue built right over the one where he taught and healed, visit the house of Peter (now covered by a modern church), and walk the very streets where he performed miracles and called his first disciples.
Susita - Next, we head to this incredible "City on a Hill" high above the Sea of Galilee. You'll discover extensive Byzantine ruins and a stunning amphitheater with spectacular views.
Yardenit Baptismal Site - We'll stop at this peaceful spot on the Jordan River, a favorite place for pilgrims to renew their baptismal vows in the same waters connected to Jesus' own baptism.
Hike from Korazim to Capernaum - If you're up for it, choose this special hike along the ancient paths between these two important cities, walking in the footsteps of Jesus as he traveled and taught in the region.
Dig for a Day at Korazim - Take part in a hands-on experience under the sun with this fun archaeological dig working side by side with experts to uncover artifacts and learn even more about daily life in Jesus' time.
Sleep-in Rest - Select this option if you prefer a more relaxed morning.
Breakfast - Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
Dinner - Return to the hotel for dinner and fellowship.
Korazim
Capernaum
Susita
Yardenit Baptism Opportunity
Optional: Korazim Hike
Optional: Korazim Archeological Dig
Banias (Caesarea Philippi) - Visit the cave at Banias, the ancient pagan worship site where Jesus turned to his disciples and asked, ”Who do you say that I am?"
Tel Dan - Continue to this beautiful nature reserve and archaeological site where you'll walk through the impressive Canaanite gate, one of the oldest arched gates in the world, dating back 4,000 years.
Mount Bental or Mount Hermon - We'll climb one of these strategic heights for breathtaking views stretching across several countries. It's an amazing way to get a sense of the geography of the biblical lands you've been exploring and the wider scope of Jesus' ministry.
Golan Heights Overlook - If time allows, we'll drive through the Golan Heights and pause at a scenic overlook to take in the dramatic landscape and reflect on the region's importance in both biblical times and today.
Breakfast - Begin with breakfast at the hotel.
Dinner - Enjoy dinner at the hotel, savoring your last evening in Galilee.
Banias
Tel Dan
Mount Bental / Mount Hermon
Golan Heights Overlook
Transfer to Dead Sea - We begin the day by heading south through the Jordan Valley and the Judean wilderness.
Qasr El Yahud - Start your day here on the Jordan River, believed to be very close to where Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist. Its nearness to the traditional spot where Joshua led Israel into the Promised Land adds rich layers of meaning to this place.
Qumran Cave - Visit the caves where Bedouin shepherds found the Dead Sea Scrolls in 1947. You’ll hear about the Essene community who lived here, their commitment to preserving Scripture, and how those ancient manuscripts have strengthened our confidence in the Bible we read today.
Ein Gedi - Stop at this desert oasis where David hid from King Saul in the caves, bringing David’s Psalms to life.
Breakfast - Start with breakfast at your Galilee hotel.
Dinner - Enjoy dinner at your Dead Sea hotel with views of this unique landscape.
Qasr El Yahud
Qumran Cave
Ein Gedi
Transfer to Jerusalem - Journey from the Dead Sea up to the Holy City with biblical site stops along the way.
Masada - Ascend this fortress plateau where Jewish rebels made their final stand against Rome in 73 AD. Explore Herod's grand palace, the synagogue, and clever water systems.
Southern Dead Sea Overlook - Pause at a viewpoint for stunning vistas of the southern Dead Sea area. It's a quiet moment to appreciate the dramatic geography where so many prophets, kings, and even Jesus sought solitude.
Valley of Elah - Walk through the valley where David faced Goliath and defeated him with just a stone and his faith in God. Being there, maybe even picking up a stone from the brook, makes this timeless story feel so vivid and close.
Breakfast - Enjoy breakfast at your Dead Sea hotel.
Dinner - Arrive in Jerusalem for dinner at your hotel, with a free afternoon to begin exploring the city at your own pace before the meal.
Masada
Southern Dead Sea Overlook
Valley of Elah
Temple Mount - (Subject to security conditions) Ascend to the Temple Mount and stand on the plaza where Solomon's Temple and later Herod's Temple once stood.
City of David with Hezekiah's Tunnel - Explore the ancient city where King David made his capital 3,000 years ago. Walk through the foundations of biblical Jerusalem and explore Hezekiah's Tunnel.
Pool of Siloam - Visit the recently excavated Pool of Siloam, where Jesus told the blind man to wash and receive his sight.
Pilgrim's Road - Climb the ancient Pilgrim's Road, the steps Jewish pilgrims used when coming to Jerusalem for the big feasts.
Church of the Holy Sepulcher - Step into this ancient church built over the traditional sites of Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection. For nearly 2,000 years, Christians have gathered here.
Upper Room - Visit the traditional site of the Upper Room, where Jesus shared the Last Supper, instituted communion, and washed his disciples' feet. It's also where the disciples met after the resurrection and where the Holy Spirit came at Pentecost.
Breakfast - Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel.
Dinner - Return to the hotel for dinner, processing the incredible sites you've experienced throughout this full day.
Temple Mount
Hezekiah's Tunnel
Pool of Siloam
Pilgrim's Road
Church of the Holy Sepulcher
Upper Room
Garden Tomb - We'll share communion together at the peaceful Garden Tomb, a possible site of Jesus' burial and resurrection. Whether or not it's the exact spot, the quiet garden and nearby skull-shaped hill create such a meaningful space to reflect on the empty tomb and the joy of Easter morning.
Garden of Gethsemane - Take quiet time in the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus prayed the night before his crucifixion.
Lions Gate and Via Dolorosa - Enter the Old City through Lions Gate (also called St. Stephen's Gate), then walk part of the Via Dolorosa, the traditional path Jesus took carrying his cross to Golgotha.
Ecce Homo - Stop at Ecce Homo, the place where Pilate brought Jesus out and said, "Behold the man.”
St. Anne's Church and Pools of Bethesda - Visit the beautiful Crusader-era St. Anne's Church, famous for its perfect acoustics and near the traditional site of Mary's birthplace. Right next door, explore the excavated Pools of Bethesda, where Jesus healed the man who had waited 38 years to be made well.
Western Wall - See the the Western Wall, built by Herod the Great and the closest accessible spot to the ancient Holy of Holies. It's an intense, layered place: Muslim sacred sites rise above on the Temple Mount, devoted Jewish worshipers pour out their hearts at the Wall below, and all around you'll see secular visitors, tourists, heavy security, and military presence amid real tension that reflects the site's ongoing political and historical weight.
Breakfast - Begin this full day with breakfast at the hotel.
Dinner - Gather for dinner at the hotel, sharing memories and reflections from this remarkable journey.
Garden Tomb
Mount of Olives
Garden of Gethsemane
Lions Gate
Via Dolorosa
Ecce Homo
St. Anne's Church
Pools of Bethesda
Western Wall
Airport Transfer - Relax with a comfortable transfer to Ben Gurion Airport for your flight home.
Farewell Breakfast - Gather one last time for breakfast with your travel companions.
Airport Transfer
Set on a hilltop overlooking Jezreel Valley, this relaxed hotel is 3 km from Mary's Well, known as the site of the Angel Gabriel's biblical revelation, and the Basilica of the Annunciation church.
Rooms ranging from casual to refined feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars, plus valley views. Upgraded quarters add balconies. Room service is available.
A free breakfast buffet is served in a restaurant specializing in local cuisine. There's also a bar/lounge offering a light bites menu. Other amenities include an outdoor pool, a kids' pool and a hot tub, as well as saunas and a gym. Parking is available.
David Dead Sea is designed to deliver the perfect blend of relaxation and rejuvenation, featuring modern luxury in every detail. From our elegantly designed David's Suites to our lush spa complexes, gourmet dining, and unparalleled service, everything here is crafted to create an extraordinary vacation.
Designed around a series of beautiful patios, the Dan Jerusalem Hotel sits on the historic slopes of Mount Scopus, overlooking the famous Jerusalem skyline and the rolling Judean Hills. Located in a tranquil setting away from the bustle of the city center, the hotel is close to the Mount Scopus campus of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the world-famous Hadassah Medical Center.
Guide services (local licensed guide):
▪ 10 Full days
▪ 1 Transfer day
▪ 2 Shabbat/Holiday sup. days
Transportation (late model air conditioned vehicle):
▪ 10 Full days
▪ 1 Transfer day
Sites & Activities:
▪ Annunciation Church
▪ Nazareth 1st Century Village
▪ Holyland Sailing Boat
▪ Caesarea
▪ Magdala
▪ Susita Hippos
▪ Korazim
▪ Capernaum
▪ Tel Dan
▪ Banias Nature Reserve
▪ Ein Gedi Nature Reserve
▪ Masada Cable Car
▪ Qumran
▪ Qasr Al Yahud
▪ Garden of Gethsemane
▪ St. Anne's Church / Bethesda
▪ Lithostrotus/Ecce Homo/Sisters of Zion/Antonia Fortress
▪ City of David
▪ Garden Tomb
▪ National Parks - Orange
▪ Nazareth Bus Parking
▪ Mt. of Beatitudes Parking
▪ Tabgha
General Services:
▪ Headsets
▪ Smile Airport Assistance: Arrival
Other Services Included:
▪ Airport Porterage
Services not included on this tour
▪ Medical or personal Insurance. We encourage our participants to secure traveler's insurance. For convenience, Trawick Travel Insurance is available during the registration process, although guests are welcome to secure travel insurance through other venues.
▪ Personal expenses and lunch costs. Guests should budget to spend about $20 on lunch per day, per person.
▪ Gratuities to guide, driver, hotel staff and restaurants
Recommended Gratuities:
▪ It is customary to provide tips to guide, driver, hotels and restaurants staff.
▪ Tips are usually provided in US dollars and given directly to the recipients by the Tour Leader.
▪ Inspire is not involved in the collection or dispersion of tips.
▪ Current tip amounts commonly provided are as follows:
Guide: $6-8 per guest, per day
Driver: $3-$5 per guest, per day
Hotels: $2-$3 per guest, per day (to be divided equally between Front Desk, Dining Room, Housekeeping and Bell Boys)
In total, guests should expect to bring $60 per person to cover all tips.
▪ ETA-IL entry permit fee (to be applied by travelers). For detailed information and to apply, please visit the Israel Entry Permit System https://israel-entry.piba.gov.il.
▪ Any other services not explicitly referred to in this quote are not included
Initial Deposit: $500 of the tour cost due upon registration.
Final Payment: Due 120 days prior to departure.
Late payments, or failure to upload travel documents may result in cancellation of your reservation. Payments may be made by ACH, or credit card/debit card (3% fee applies to card payments).
Unless otherwise noted in your trip documents:
121+ days prior to departure: $250 dollars per person.
120–91 days prior: 25% of tour price.
90–61 days prior: 75% of tour price.
60 days prior: 100% of tour price.
Refunds are limited; travel protection is strongly recommended.
No additional fees associated with your booking will be refunded.
In the event of a cancellation, registrants on the waitlist will be notified immediately in the order they joined. Inspire will coordinate directly with individuals as necessary.
For programs including international flights: airline schedules are subject to change at any time. Inspire is not responsible for changes, delays, or cancellations beyond our control. Seat assignments and baggage fees are the traveler’s responsibility.
Porterage for one standard-sized suitcase per person is included. Additional baggage, oversize/overweight items, or carry-ons are the responsibility of the traveler and may incur extra charges.
All prices are in U.S. Dollars. Costs are based on rates in effect at the time of printing and are subject to change due to currency fluctuations, increases in supplier costs, taxes, or fees beyond Inspire’s control.
Inspire Experiences acts as principal for land arrangements and as an agent for airlines. Inspire does not own or operate the suppliers providing hotels, transportation, or other services and is not responsible for acts or omissions of these suppliers. Inspire is not liable for delays, loss, injury, or damage caused by strikes, government restrictions, natural disasters, disease, terrorism, or any event beyond our control.
A valid passport is required for international travel and must be valid for at least six months after return. Visas or vaccinations (if required) are the traveler’s responsibility and proof of required documents must be uploaded.
For Israel: A ETA-IL entry permit fee (to be applied by each traveler). For detailed information and to apply, please visit the Israel Entry Permit System https://israel-entry.piba.gov.il.
Travelers with medical conditions, dietary needs, or mobility limitations must notify Inspire at the time of booking. Inspire will make reasonable efforts to accommodate but cannot guarantee all requests.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended to protect your investment. Policies should include trip cancellation, interruption, medical expenses, and baggage coverage.
Our mission is simple: we create experiences and resources that Inspire confidence in God’s Word. Every journey and learning moment is biblically literate (rooted in careful handling of Scripture), historically informed (framed by place, people, and context), and spiritually engaged (woven with worship, prayer, and reflection). Along the way we ask three shaping questions: Is it good? Is it true? Is it beautiful? So that what we design forms head and heart in harmony.
Across town or across the ocean, wherever Scripture meets place. Cathedrals and quiet cloisters, university quads and world-class museums, windswept coasts and city squares. It’s a gallery at dusk, a chapel at first light, a library stack, or a picturesque countryside. In the U.S. and abroad, we design choreographed, five-star days where scripture unfolds, with after-hours access when it matters, scholar-led walk-throughs when it helps, and space for worship, prayer, and reflection.
