Biblical Israel with Jordan - Faith-Based Travel - Protestant Itinerary

Biblical Israel with Jordan - Faith-Based Travel - Protestant Itinerary

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Biblical Israel with Jordan - Faith-Based Travel - Protestant Itinerary

11 Days Starting in Tel Aviv, Israel and ending in Amman, Jordan

Visiting: Arrive In Tel Aviv, Israel, Tel Aviv, Jaffa, Caesarea, Muhraqa, Megiddo, Tiberias, Tiberias. Excursion To Kibbutz Ginosar, Capernaum, Mount Of Beatitudes, Tabgha & Caesarea-Philippi, Cana, Nazareth, Yardenit, Jerusalem, Jerusalem. Excursion To Bethlehem, Jerusalem. Optional Excursion To Qumran, Masada & The Dead Sea, Petra, Jordan, Amman, Amman. Excursion To Jerash, Ajloun & Anjara

Tour operator:

Cosmos

Tour code:

5345-2025

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

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Tour Overview

PROTESTANT ITINERARY
Reconnect spiritually on this biblical tour of Israel and Jordan, starting from modern Tel Aviv and ending in the ancient city of Amman. This journey will lead you to the holy places mentioned in the Old Testament and into the footsteps of Jesus as you hear and learn the stories of his ministry, his miracles, and his life. Visit some of the most cherished biblical sites: Megiddo, Tiberias, Nazareth, the valley of the Jordan River, where you can be baptized on select departures. Spend four nights in Jerusalem and visit all the main sights, such as the Mount of Olives, the Garden of Gethsemane, the Holy Sepulchre, as well as the Jewish Quarter, the Israel Museum, and the Yad Vashem. Crossing the border to Jordan, visit more biblical sites such as Mount Nebo, and marvel at one of the most inspiring places on earth: the spectacular sandstone city of Petra, one of the New7Wonders of the World®. Gather in prayer at iconic places and learn about ancient cultures in the company of like-minded fellow travelers; this experience will bring your faith to life on this faith-based vacation of a lifetime.

Highlights

  • Visit the old port of Jaffa and the stunning archaeological site of Caesarea.

  • Explore the ancient Synagogue and the house of St. Peter in Capernaum.

  • Meditate at the Mount of Beatitudes, where Jesus delivered his famous sermon.

  • Visit the Church of the Annunciation and St. Joseph Church in Nazareth.

  • Walk through Jerusalem's Old Town, including the Garden of Gethsemane and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.

  • Experience the buoyancy of the Dead Sea and visit the Qumran Caves.

  • See the spectacular Byzantine mosaics in Madaba and visit St. George Church.

  • Explore the archaeological site of Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New7Wonders of the World.

Places You'll See

Grand Beach Hotel

Leonardo Tiberias

Bat Sheva Hotel Jerusalem

Petra Guesthouse

Centro Mada

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive In Tel Aviv,Israel

Location: Arrive In Tel Aviv, Israel

Meals Included: Dinner

Welcome to Israel! Check into your hotel, then this evening, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers.

Day 2: Tel Aviv,Jaffa,Caesarea,Muhraqa,Megiddo,Tiberias

Location: Tel Aviv, Jaffa, Caesarea, Muhraqa, Megiddo, Tiberias

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Leave Tel Aviv and visit the old port of Jaffa. Sightseeing continues at Caesarea, an ancient port turned stunning archaeological site. Admire the restored 3,500-seat Roman theater, the aqueduct, the harbor, the stadium and the crumbled moat and towers from the 12th-century Crusader fortress. Next, visit Muhraqa on Mount Carmel, site of Elijah’s contest of faith with the priests of Baal. From here, travel to the archaeological site of Megiddo, an age-old fortified town and site of the Battle of Armageddon in the End of Times, according to the Bible. Stay overnight in the lakeside city of Tiberias. Today's Distance: 117 mi / 188 km

Day 3: Tiberias. Excursion To Kibbutz Ginosar,Capernaum,Mount Of Beatitudes,Tabgha & Caesarea-Philippi

Location: Tiberias. Excursion To Kibbutz Ginosar, Capernaum, Mount Of Beatitudes, Tabgha & Caesarea-Philippi

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today, travel to Kibbutz Ginosar to visit the Jeus Boat Museum, followed by an included cruise on the Sea of Galilee. Next, visit Capernaum and see its ancient Synagogue and the house of St. Peter. Spend some time meditating at the Mount of Beatitudes, where Jesus delivered his famous sermon, and continue to Tabgha to visit the Church of the Multiplication, where Jesus fed 5,000 people with two fish and five loaves. On to Caesarea-Philippi (Banias), location of one of the springs of the Jordan River, where Jesus taught his disciples. Today’s Distance: 31 mi / 50 km

Day 4: Tiberias,Cana,Nazareth,Yardenit,Jerusalem

Location: Tiberias, Cana, Nazareth, Yardenit, Jerusalem

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning, stop in Cana, site of Jesus’ first miracle when he turned water into wine at a wedding. Continue to Nazareth and visit the Church of the Annunciation, St. Joseph Church, and the old village. Leave the Galilee area, drive through the Jordan Valley, and visit the Yardenit Baptismal site (departures April 18 to September 5 include Baptism ceremony), then ascend the Judean Mountains to Jerusalem, with a stop at a viewpoint overlooking the Old Town. Today's Distance: 144 mi / 231 km

Day 5: Jerusalem. Excursion To Bethlehem

Location: Jerusalem. Excursion To Bethlehem

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Set off on a touching walking tour of Jerusalem’s Old Town. From the Mount of Olives, take in memorable views over the city. Descend via the Palm Sunday Walk and visit the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus prayed on the night before his arrest. Visit the Church of all Nations, located next to the garden, then enter through St. Stephen’s Gate and arrive at the Pool of Bethesda. Follow in Jesus’ footsteps along the Way of the Cross to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Walk through the Jewish Quarter, reconstructed following unification of the city after the Six-Day War in 1967. Stop at Mount Zion to visit King David’s Tomb and the Cenacle—the Upper Room where Jesus and his disciples had the Last Supper. View the unearthed colonnade-style thoroughfare with its ancient marketplace. Travel to Bethlehem, birthplace of Jesus and King David. Visit one of Christianity’s holiest places, the Church of the Nativity, built on the site where Jesus was born. Today's Distance: 10 mi / 16 km

Day 6: Jerusalem

Location: Jerusalem

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today, head for the Southern Wall excavations and visit the Davidson Center, one of the most significant archaeological sites in the country. Continue with a stop at the Western Wall, the holiest place in Judaism today. Next, visit the Garden Tomb and enjoy the beautiful garden, a perfect place for personal reflection and worship. Then, visit the Israel Museum to see the Shrine of the Book and the Dead Sea Scrolls. Later, tour Yad Vashem, the “World Holocaust Remembrance Center.”

Day 7: Jerusalem. Optional Excursion To Qumran,Masada & The Dead Sea

Location: Jerusalem. Optional Excursion To Qumran, Masada & The Dead Sea

Meals Included: Dinner

Today is free to relax, or leisurely revisit some of the Jerusalem sites on your own. Consider a very special optional excursion to Qumran, Masada, and the Dead Sea—situated on the Earth’s lowest land elevation. Your optional excursion begins by traveling to Qumran to visit the Qumran Caves, site of the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls. Continue to Masada and ride the cable car up to the magnificent rock fortress, on a clifftop above the Dead Sea, where 960 Jewish rebels made their last stand against Roman forces in 73 AD. Later, head for the shores of the Dead Sea, where you’ll have time to experience the incredible buoyancy in the salt water. Return to Jerusalem.

Day 8: Jerusalem,Israel,Petra,Jordan

Location: Jerusalem, Israel, Petra, Jordan

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Drive to Allenby Bridge, where you will cross into Jordan and arrive at Bethany beyond the Jordan. On to Mount Nebo, where Moses saw the Promised Land and where he is believed to be buried. Next, travel to ancient Madaba, the “City of Mosaics.” Later, see the spectacular Byzantine mosaics and the precious 6th-century mosaic map of the Holy Land, and visit St. George Church. Today's Distance: 174 mi / 280 km

Day 9: Petra,Amman

Location: Petra, Amman

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning, visit the archaeological site of Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New7Wonders of the World®. Enjoy an unforgettable experience as you walk down the Siq, the narrow gorge made famous in “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade,” and stand in awe in front of the iconic Treasury. This afternoon, travel north to Amman for two overnight stays. Today's Distance: 155 mi / 250 km.

Day 10: Amman. Excursion To Jerash,Ajloun & Anjara

Location: Amman. Excursion To Jerash, Ajloun & Anjara

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Begin your day with a stop in Jerash, which was inhabited as early as 3200 BC. Although the city was impacted by the earthquake of 749 AD, it is the site of the best-preserved Greco-Roman ruins in the Middle East. Travel through beautiful pine forests and olive groves before arriving in Ajloun. This town’s most important feature is a Moorish castle that dominates a wide stretch of the northern Jordan Valley. Next on the agenda is the biblical city of Anjara, where Jesus, his disciples, and the Virgin Mary stopped and rested in a cave as they traveled between Jerusalem and Galilee. Today, the cave is a holy place for pilgrims. Today's Distance: 155 mi / 250 km

Day 11: Amman

Location: Amman

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Stay at various hotels including Grand Beach Hotel, Leonardo Tiberias, Bat Sheva Hotel Jerusalem, Petra Guesthouse, and Centro Mada.

  • Meals

    Buffet breakfasts daily and 9 dinners are included.

  • Guided Tours

    Guided tours to various historical and religious sites including Tel Aviv, Jaffa, Caesarea, Muhraqa, Megiddo, Tiberias, Kibbutz Ginosar, Capernaum, Mount of Beatitudes, Tabgha, Caesarea-Philippi, Cana, Nazareth, Yardenit, Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Qumran, Masada, Dead Sea, Bethany beyond the Jordan, Mount Nebo, Madaba, Petra, Amman, Jerash, Ajloun, and Anjara.

  • Transportation

    Transportation between various locations as per the itinerary.

  • Cruise

    Included cruise on the Sea of Galilee.

  • Museum Visits

    Visits to the Jeus Boat Museum, Israel Museum, and the Shrine of the Book to see the Dead Sea Scrolls.

  • UNESCO Sites

    Visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites including Baptism Site 'Bethany Beyond the Jordan', Biblical Tells - Megiddo, Birthplace of Jesus: Church of the Nativity (Bethlehem), Church of the Nativity and the Pilgrimage Route (Bethlehem), Old city of Jerusalem and its Walls, Petra, and White City of Tel Aviv - the Modern Movement.

What's Not Included

  • Baptism Ceremony Costs

    Bathing robe and baptism certificate for the Baptism ceremony at Yardenit on the Jordan River are not included and are payable locally.

  • Optional Excursions

    Optional excursions such as the trip to Qumran, Masada, and the Dead Sea are not included.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.

  • Flights

    International and domestic flights are not included.

  • Visa Fees

    Visa fees for entry into Israel and Jordan are not included.

Meals

Buffet breakfasts daily, 9 dinners.

Notes

April 18 to September 5 2025 departures feature an included Baptism ceremony at Yardenit on the Jordan River (bathing robe and baptism certificates are not included and payable locally).

Participation in full tour experience may be challenging for guests with physical limitations or reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs due to uneven terrain.

UNESCO Sites

Baptism Site ?Bethany Beyond the Jordan?|Biblical Tells - Megiddo|Church of the Nativity and the Pilgrimage Route (Bethlehem)|Old city of Jerusalem and its Walls|Petra|White City of Tel Aviv - the Modern Movement

Accommodation

Tel Aviv:Grand Beach Hotel
Tiberias:Leonardo Tiberias
Jerusalem:Bat Sheva Hotel Jerusalem
Petra:Petra Guesthouse
Amman:Centro Mada

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of accommodations can I expect during the tour?

    You will stay at various hotels including the Grand Beach Hotel, Leonardo Tiberias, Bat Sheva Hotel Jerusalem, Petra Guesthouse, and Centro Mada. Each hotel offers unique amenities and settings, such as the Petra Guesthouse which provides stunning views of the Petra Mountains and the Centro Mada which is located in the heart of Amman's business and leisure hub.

  • Will there be any opportunities for personal reflection or worship during the tour?

    Yes, there will be several opportunities for personal reflection and worship. For example, you will visit the Garden Tomb in Jerusalem, which is a perfect place for personal reflection and worship. Additionally, you will have time to meditate at the Mount of Beatitudes and visit the Church of the Multiplication in Tabgha.

  • Are there any optional excursions available during the tour?

    Yes, on Day 7, you have the option to join an exciting excursion to the Dead Sea, Qumran, and Masada. This includes a visit to the Qumran Caves, a cable car ride to the rock fortress of Masada, and time to experience the buoyancy of the Dead Sea.

  • What kind of meals are included in the tour?

    The tour includes buffet breakfasts daily and 9 dinners.

  • Is there a special ceremony included in the tour?

    Yes, for departures from April 1 to September 2, there is an included Baptism ceremony at the Yardenit Baptismal site on the Jordan River. Please note that the bathing robe and baptism certificate are not included and are payable locally.

  • What are some of the significant historical and religious sites we will visit?

    You will visit numerous significant sites including the old port of Jaffa, Caesarea, Muhraqa on Mount Carmel, Megiddo, Kibbutz Ginosar, Capernaum, Mount of Beatitudes, Tabgha, Caesarea-Philippi, Cana, Nazareth, Yardenit, Jerusalem, Bethlehem, the Western Wall, the Garden Tomb, the Israel Museum, Yad Vashem, Bethany beyond the Jordan, Mount Nebo, Madaba, Petra, Jerash, Ajloun, and Anjara.

  • What is the distance covered on the longest travel day?

    The longest travel day covers a distance of 174 miles (280 km) from Jerusalem, Israel to Petra, Jordan.

  • What UNESCO World Heritage Sites will we visit during the tour?

    The tour includes visits to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the Baptism Site 'Bethany Beyond the Jordan', Biblical Tells - Megiddo, Birthplace of Jesus: Church of the Nativity (Bethlehem), Church of the Nativity and the Pilgrimage Route (Bethlehem), Old city of Jerusalem and its Walls, Petra, and the White City of Tel Aviv - the Modern Movement.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1961

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Cosmos is committed to minimizing our impact on the environment and to reducing dependence on non-renewable resources. In this endeavor, we have implemented policies to support this mission and are working carefully to enhance our products with this mission and our values combined. We are committed to complying with all relevant legislation and/or regulations.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    All guests are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for travel through February, 2023. Beginning March 1, 2023, while we highly recommend vaccination, we will no longer require it. We ask all guests to comply with airline and destination requirements, which still may apply. To check your destination requirements for your travel dates, view the Latest Travel & Health Restrictions for Travel.

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