PILGRIMAGE DATES
August 16-25, 2027
TRIP COST
$4,470 per person
FLIGHT DEPARTURE
Round-trip from Los Angeles/LAX
“Blessed are those whose strength is in you, whose hearts are set on pilgrimage.”
– Psalm 84:5
Join us on a life-changing 10-day pilgrimage to the Holy Land, where scripture comes alive. Walk in the footsteps of Jesus—where He walked and where He prayed. Visit significant biblical sites where He preached and performed miracles. Experience sacred sites including Jerusalem, Nazareth, Bethlehem, Capernaum, the Sea of Galilee, Jericho, the Dead Sea, and more on this unforgettable pilgrimage of faith.
TRIP DETAILS
ITINERARY
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 / NETANYA
Upon arriving at Ben Gurion Airport, you’ll meet 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 historic Jaffa to celebrate Mass at St. Peter’s Church. Later, relax and enjoy dinner at your hotel in Netanya.
DAY 3: CAESAREA MARITIMA / MUHRAQA / MT. CARMEL / HAIFA / TIBERIAS
Our day begins at the ruins of Caesarea Maritima, home to Herod’s ancient palace. Next, we’ll celebrate Mass at Deir Al-Muhraqa Monastery, where Elijah confronted the Prophets of Baal and Asherah (1 Kings 18). Our next stop is Stella Maris Monastery on Mt. Carmel, followed by the beautiful Baháʼí Gardens in Haifa. Afterward, we will drive to Tiberias, where you can unwind and enjoy dinner at your hotel.
DAY 4: CANA / NAZARETH / MT. TABOR / TIBERIAS
We will begin at the Wedding Church of Cana, where Jesus performed His first miracle of turning water into wine. Couples are invited to renew their wedding vows and receive a special certificate to commemorate this special moment. We will then continue to Nazareth and visit the Basilica of the Annunciation, St. Joseph’s Church, Mary’s Well, and the vibrant old market. Afterward, we’ll ascend Mount Tabor, the site of the Transfiguration, before returning to the comforts of Tiberias for dinner at your hotel.
DAY 5: MOUNT OF BEATITUDES / TABGHA / CAPERNAUM / SEA OF GALILEE / BETHLEHEM
Today, we start at the Mount of Beatitudes, site of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount, then visit Tabgha, where the Miracle of the Fish and Loaves occurred. Next, we’ll stop at the Church of Peter’s Primacy before heading to Capernaum, where Jesus began His ministry. This afternoon, we’ll celebrate Mass on the Sea of Galilee before heading to our hotel in Bethlehem for dinner and overnight stay.
DAY 6: BETHLEHEM / EIN KAREM
We’ll start our day with Mass at Shepherd’s Field, then visit the Church of the Nativity, the birthplace of Jesus. In the afternoon, we’ll head to Ein Karem to see the Church of the Visitation and learn about St. John the Baptist. We’ll end the day with dinner and an overnight stay at our hotel in Bethlehem.
DAY 7: BETHANY / JORDAN RIVER / JERICHO / QUMRAN / DEAD SEA
After breakfast, we’ll visit Bethany, where Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead, and the church of Lazarus. We’ll then renew our baptismal vows at Bethany Beyond the Jordan, where Jesus was baptized. Next, we’ll stop in Jericho for Mass and visit the Mount of Temptation. After a trip to Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found, we’ll float in the 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, the Garden of Gethsemane, reflecting at the Rock of Agony, and celebrating Mass at the Church of All Nations. In the afternoon, we’ll visit the Chapel of the Ascension and then explore the Upper Room on Mount Zion, concluding our day at St. Peter in Gallicantu. We’ll return to our hotel in Bethlehem for dinner and overnight accommodations.
DAY 9: JERUSALEM: VIA DOLOROSA
We begin the day with a reflective walk along the Via Dolorosa, visiting each of the Stations of the Cross. We’ll celebrate Mass at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and pray at the Tomb of Jesus. We will continue to St. Anne’s Church, built over what is believed to be the childhood home of the Virgin Mary and her parents, Anne and Joachim. We’ll conclude our day at the Wailing Wall, Judaism’s holiest site. Tonight, we’ll have a farewell dinner at a local restaurant before returning to our Bethlehem hotel.
DAY 10: RETURN FLIGHT HOME
This morning, we’ll transfer to the airport to catch our flight home, carrying with us the rich experiences and memories from our uplifting journey.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Round-Trip Airfare
Land transportation
Professional Tour Guides
Sightseeing/Admission Fees
First-Class Hotels
Breakfast & Dinner
Daily Mass
Medical Insurance
MORE THAN JUST DESTINATIONS
These are spiritual encounters with God!
NATIVITY GUIDES
To accompany your pilgrimage, we have created these customized guides
designed to help you learn, prepare, and enhance your spiritual journey.
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