10 Days / 9 NightsFaith Journey

Footsteps of Faith: Journey Through the Holy Land

Tel Aviv Galilee Jerusalem Dead Sea
Discover ↓
Duration
10 Days / 9 Nights
Route
Tel Aviv Galilee Jerusalem Dead Sea
Style
Faith Journey
Group
Small group
The Journey

Step into history and walk where faith began. This 10-day spiritual journey through Israel invites you to experience the most sacred biblical landmarks of Christianity — from the shores of the Sea of Galilee to the ancient streets of Jerusalem. Discover where miracles unfolded, prayers were spoken, and faith took root.

At JE Escapes, we’ve curated this itinerary to blend spiritual depth, cultural discovery, and modern comfort, featuring premium hotels, expert local guides, and unforgettable encounters that bring Scripture to life.

Day by Day

The Itinerary

01Day

Departure from the U.S.

Depart from your hometown airport for your overnight flight to Israel. Rest and prepare your heart for a remarkable journey through the Holy Land — where faith, history, and culture come alive.

02Day

Welcome to Israel – Tel Aviv

Arrive at Ben Gurion International Airport, where a representative will greet you at the jetway, assist with passport control, and escort you through customs. Transfer to your hotel in Tel Aviv (official check-in 3 p.m.) and enjoy an evening at leisure along the Mediterranean coast.

03Day

Caesarea Nazareth Galilee

After breakfast, meet your guide and begin your pilgrimage. Visit Caesarea Maritima, built by Herod the Great, where Paul was imprisoned before sailing to Rome. Explore the Roman Theatre, Herod’s Palace, and the coastal aqueduct. Continue to Nazareth, hometown of Jesus, to visit the Church of the Annunciation. Proceed north to your hotel in the Galilee region.

04Day

Miracles of the Galilee

Visit Kibbutz Nof Ginosar to see the 2,000-year-old “Ancient Boat.” Sail across the Sea of Galilee in a wooden replica boat. Continue to Capernaum, where Jesus performed many miracles, and Tabgha, site of the Multiplication of Loaves and Fishes. Conclude at Yardenit, the baptismal site on the Jordan River, with an optional symbolic baptism.

05Day

Beit She’an Jericho Jerusalem

Journey south through the Jordan Valley to Beit She’an, one of Israel’s best-preserved Roman cities. Continue to Jericho, the world’s oldest city, and enjoy lunch before ascending to Jerusalem. Pause for a blessing overlooking the Holy City before checking in.

06Day

Mount of Olives & Old Jerusalem

Begin with panoramic views from the Haas Promenade and Mount of Olives. Visit the Chapel of the Ascension and the Garden of Gethsemane. Continue to Bethlehem to visit the Church of the Nativity, then return to Jerusalem for free time and shopping in the Old City bazaars.

07Day

The Passion of Christ

Visit the Upper Room and David’s Tomb, then the Pool of Bethesda and St. Anne’s Church, famous for its acoustics. Walk the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, then explore the Cardo and Southern Wall Excavations, including the Teaching Steps and Western Wall.

08Day

Ein Kerem & The Garden Tomb

Travel to Ein Kerem, birthplace of John the Baptist, and site of Mary’s visit to Elizabeth. Continue to the Garden Tomb, a peaceful place of worship symbolizing the Resurrection. Enjoy free time for shopping or reflection.

09Day

Dead Sea Qumran Masada

Descend into the Judean Desert to visit Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered. Continue to Masada, Herod’s fortress, ascending by cable car to explore its palaces and battlements. Later, float in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea before returning to Jerusalem.

10Day

Departure

Breakfast and check-out (by 12 p.m.). Transfer to Ben Gurion Airport for your return flight home — carrying cherished memories of walking in the footsteps of the Bible.

What’s included

  • 7 days of touring with an English-speaking licensed guide in a vehicle insured for tourism
  • Guide’s overnight stays (where required) and related expenses
  • 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 7 dinners
  • Driver and touring van for 7 days
  • Tour guide for 7 days – from Day 3 to Day 9
  • Bottled mineral water provided on touring days
  • All mileage and over-mileage as per itinerary
  • Four pilgrimage certificates per group
  • Airport assistance at Ben Gurion Airport upon arrival – directly from the aircraft gate
  • Airport assistance upon departure through to the terminal
  • Private arrival transfer from Ben Gurion Airport to your Tel Aviv hotel
  • Private departure transfer from your Jerusalem hotel to Ben Gurion Airport
  • Entrance fees to all sites and parks listed in the itinerary

Not included

  • Round-trip international airfare from the country of origin to Israel
  • ETA-IL entry fee
  • VAT at hotels (applicable for Israeli citizens or dual-passport holders)
  • Meals other than those specifically indicated
  • Extras or alcoholic beverages at meals
  • Additional guests beyond contracted allotment
  • Night outings not listed in the itinerary
  • Overtime or excess mileage beyond the agreed plan
  • Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, mini bar, etc.)
  • Travel or health insurance, baggage or trip-cancellation coverage
  • Any element not mentioned in the above inclusions
  • Gratuities for guides, drivers, hotel personnel, or other service providers
Join the journey

Reserve your places

Travelling as a group, church, or family? Tell us your preferred departure and we’ll handle the rest.

Request this departureGet a group quote