15-DAY HOLY LAND, JORDAN, EGYPT, & DUBAI

Today will be captivating as we explore the Egyptian Museum, home to ancient treasures. Next, we’ll visit the majestic Pyramids of Giza—Chephren, Mykerions, and the largest, Cheops. Don’t miss the enigmatic Sphinx, a guardian of history. We’ll also tour Old Cairo’s Churches, including the stunning Hanging Church and the Ben Ezra Synagogue. In the evening, enjoy a delightful dinner cruise on the Nile with a vibrant folkloric show before resting at your Cairo hotel.

This morning, we’ll start at the Virgin Mary Church in Zeiton, a site of miraculous apparitions witnessed by thousands in 1968. Then, brace yourself for a scenic drive to Sinai, where we’ll visit the awe-inspiring St. Catherine Monastery, nestled beneath the mountain where Moses received the Ten Commandments. This extraordinary place has welcomed pilgrims for over 1,500 years! After a fulfilling day, enjoy dinner and restful overnight accommodations at your hotel in Sinai.

For the adventurous, consider climbing Mt. Sinai to witness a breathtaking sunrise over the wilderness where God revealed Himself to Moses. After this unforgettable experience, we’ll drive to Eilat, crossing the Egyptian-Israeli border to Jericho, the world’s oldest city, where we’ll see the Mt. of Temptation. Finally, we’ll head to Bethlehem for dinner and an overnight stay at your hotel.

Our day starts at the serene Jordan River, where you can renew your baptismal vows. Next, we’ll explore Qumran, the site of the Dead Sea Scrolls. Enjoy the unique experience of floating in the mineral-rich Dead Sea, followed by a visit to Bethany, the site of Lazarus’s resurrection. We’ll end the day in Bethlehem with dinner and a cozy overnight stay.

We’ll start our day at Shepherd’s Field for Mass, then visit the Church of the Nativity and Our Lady of Milk Grotto. In the afternoon, we’ll head to Ein Karem, home of St. John the Baptist, and see the Church of the Visitation, where the Virgin Mary shared the “Magnificat.” After a day of exploration, enjoy a delightful dinner and a restful overnight stay in Bethlehem.

We begin at the Mt. of Olives for a stunning view of the Old City, then visit the Pater Noster and walk the Palm Sunday route, stopping at Dominus Flevit. In the Garden of Gethsemane, we see The Rock of Agony, followed by Mass at the Church of All Nations and a visit to the Chapel of the Ascension. After lunch, we walk the Via Dolorosa, pray at the Stations of the Cross, celebrate Mass at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and visit St. Anne’s Church. We also see Ecce Homo before concluding at the Wailing Wall. The evening is free for personal activities before dinner in Bethlehem and an overnight stay at your hotel.

This morning, we drive to the hill of and see the Upper Room of the Last Supper, followed by St. Peter in Gallicantu, where Peter denied Jesus three times. Afterward, we will take a drive to Haifa and visit Deir Al-Muhraqa Carmelite Monastery to celebrate Mass. It was here that Elijah the Prophet confronted the prophets of Baal (I Kgs. 18). We will continue to Stella Maris Monastery on Mt. Carmel, the Cave of Elijah, and Haifa City before continuing towards Tiberias on the Sea of Galilee. Dinner and overnight accommodations will be at your hotel in Bethlehem.

We start our day with Mass at the Wedding Church of Cana, where Jesus performed his first miracle. Here, couples may renew their wedding vows and receive an official document from the church. Next, we travel to Nazareth, where we will visit The Basilica of the Annunciation, St. Joseph’s Church, Mary’s Well, and the old market. Our final site of the day will be Mount Tabor, the scene of the Transfiguration. Afterward, we will continue to our hotel in Tiberias.  Dinner and overnight accommodations will be at your hotel in Tiberias.

We begin our day on the Mount of Beatitudes, where Jesus gave His Sermon on the Mount. Our next stop will be Tabgha, where the miracle of the multiplication of fish and bread occurred. Afterward, we continue to the Church of Peter’s Primacy, the location of the Miraculous Fishing. We then continue to Capernaum, where Jesus lived and started his ministry. This afternoon, we will celebrate Mass onboard a Boat on the Sea of Galilee, as was done in the time of Jesus. If time permits, we will also visit the Valley of Doves before crossing the border to Jordan, where we will drive to Petra, a city of carved and built structures, including the Monastery and Treasury. Dinner and overnight accommodations will be at your hotel in Petra.

After breakfast, we depart Petra for Madaba in central Jordan. We will go to Mt. Nebo (2,680 ft. above sea level) to view an incredible panoramic view of the Holy Land and Jordan River Valley. Afterward, we will drive north to the capital city of Amman, Jordan. Dinner and overnight accommodations will be at your hotel in Amman.

This morning, we will transfer to the airport and catch our flight to Dubai. Once we arrive, we will have a great opportunity to view the top of Burj Khalifa and do some shopping at the Dubai Mall. The rest of the day is free for you to explore. Dinner cruise at Dubai Creek, one of Dubai’s top attractions. Overnight accommodations will be at your hotel in Dubai.

This morning, we will take a half-day city tour to see incredible sights while absorbing Dubai’s cosmopolitan atmosphere. Your tour will include the world-famous sail-shaped Burj Al-Arab Hotel. Riding a water taxi across Dubai Creek can also be really fun. You’ll be heading into the Al Bastakiya district, known for its traditional character. After lunch, we will go on a thrilling Desert Safari! Dinner and overnight accommodations will be at your hotel in Dubai.

We will transfer to the airport for our return flight home.