For prices and information, call us at
ABOUT YOUR TRIP
Embark on a transformative 9-day Catholic pilgrimage to the Holy Land, tracing the footsteps of Jesus and immersing yourself in the rich tapestry of biblical history. Your journey begins in Jerusalem, the heart of spirituality, where you’ll visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and pray at the Western Wall. Explore Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus, and stand in awe at the Church of the Nativity. Journey to Galilee, where Jesus performed miracles, and reflect on his teachings atop the Mount of Beatitudes. Walk along the shores of the Sea of Galilee and visit the Church of the Multiplication of the Loaves and Fishes. Trace the path of Jesus’ final days in Jericho and Bethany and much more! Throughout this sacred voyage, deepen your faith, foster spiritual growth, and create lasting memories as you connect with the holiest sites of Christianity.
On pilgrimages offer a complete itinerary that includes round-trip airfare, first-class hotel accommodations, daily breakfast and dinner, day-to-day transportation, daily Masses, and more under Nativity’s excellent organization, leadership, and knowledgeable, professional local tour guides.
ITINERARY
Today marks the exciting beginning of your pilgrimage! As you board your flight to Israel, prepare to embark on an incredible journey.
Welcome to Israel! After arriving at Ben Gurion Airport and passing customs, you’ll meet our guide and board your deluxe motor coach to your hotel in Netanya. If time permits, we’ll stop in the charming city of Jaffa for Mass at St. Peter’s Church. Enjoy dinner and a restful night at your hotel in Netanya.
Our journey begins with a celebratory Mass in Cana, where couples can renew their wedding vows. Then, we’ll explore the history of Nazareth, visiting The Basilica of the Annunciation, St. Joseph’s Church, Mary’s Well, and the old market. Next, we’ll ascend Mount Tabor, the site of the Transfiguration. We’ll end the day with dinner and an overnight stay in Tiberias.
Today is significant as we visit the Mount of Beatitudes, the site of the Sermon on the Mount, followed by Tabgha, where the miracle of the fish and loaves occurred. We’ll also stop at the Church of Peter’s Primacy and continue to Capernaum, where Jesus began his ministry. In the afternoon, we’ll celebrate Mass on a boat on the Sea of Galilee. Afterward, we’ll head to Bethlehem for dinner and an overnight stay at your hotel.
In Bethlehem, we’ll visit the Shepherd’s Fields and attend Mass at this sacred site. Then, we’ll see the Church of the Nativity, where Jesus was born. In the afternoon, we’ll explore Ein Karem, the birthplace of St. John the Baptist, and the Church of the Visitation, where Mary shared her Magnificat. Enjoy dinner and a restful night at your Bethlehem hotel.
Today, we start at the Mount of Olives and Pater Noster, where Jesus taught the Lord’s Prayer. We’ll walk the Palm Sunday path and stop at Dominus Flevit, where Jesus wept for Jerusalem. In the Garden of Gethsemane, we’ll visit The Rock of Agony before celebrating Mass at the Church of All Nations. Then, we’ll head to the Chapel of the Ascension, where Jesus ascended into Heaven. In the afternoon, we’ll explore Mount Zion, including the Upper Room and St. Peter in Gallicantu. Finally, enjoy dinner and a comfortable stay at your Bethlehem hotel.
Today we’ll walk the Via Dolorosa, retracing Jesus’ last steps through the Old City’s markets while praying the Stations of the Cross. Our journey will conclude with Mass at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. We’ll pause for prayer at St. Anne’s Church and pass by the Ecce Homo site. Finally, we’ll visit the Wailing Wall, the holiest site in Judaism. The rest of the day is free for exploring or relaxing before dinner and a restful overnight stay in Bethlehem.
On this captivating day, we’ll visit Bethany, home of Lazarus, Martha, and Mary, and explore Lazarus Church. We’ll then renew our baptismal vows at the Jordan River before heading to Jericho, one of the oldest cities in the world, where we’ll celebrate Mass. We’ll also visit the Mt. of Temptation, exploring the archaeological sites of Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Finally, we’ll have the chance to float in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea before returning to Bethlehem for a farewell dinner and overnight at the hotel.
As our unforgettable pilgrimage comes to a close, we will transfer to the airport this morning for your flight back home.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Round-trip airfare
All airport taxes and fuel surcharges
First-class hotels (prices based on double occupancy)
Land transportation
Breakfast and dinner
Sightseeing/admissions fees
Daily Masses
Professional local guides
Printed promotional brochures and marketing materials
Medical Protection Plan
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
Trip cancellation insurance (strongly recommended)
Passport & visa costs
(note: your passport must be current up to 6 months after your return date)
Tips for the tour manager, guides, and driver
Personal items/expenses (hotel extras, laundry, phone calls, etc.)
GALLERY
PLAN A TRIP
Booking your spiritual journey with Nativity Pilgrimage ensures you a hassle-free travel experience. You don’t have to worry about logistics, such as flights, hotels, guides, drivers, transportation, etc. We do all the heavy lifting so you can direct your full attention to the pilgrimage experience.
Our expert team is always available to make sure the process is simple and seamless. We provide comprehensive support, process all reservations, handle all accounting, invoicing, payment processing, travel documents, and anything else you can think of. We are here to walk you through all of your options to make sure we create the pilgrimage of a lifetime.
LETS START PLANNING
TRAVEL PROTECTION
Although travel insurance is optional, it is highly recommended. Be prepared for unforeseen events that can leave you to cancel your trip, or worse, with out-of-pocket expenses! We have partnered with Trawick Insurance to offer you coverage for the unexpected. Buy it now upon registration to get cancel for any reason. There are 2 options for travel insurance:
- Buy directly online through our website after submitting the application
- Buy insurance from your own insurance company.
TRAVEL INSURANCE