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the promised land of the Bible, is today a modern, thriving and a vibrant country.
For centuries it has been the centre of the history of mankind and even today,
the echoes of the past vibrate in the Israel of today. For every devout christian, a pilgrimage to the holyland is a cherished dream. A dream to connect closely to the maker. The pigrimage to Israel is extremely comfortable as it includes the depth of modern Israel with it's modern cities, sunny beaches, theatres, colorful markets and everything you would want in a perfect combination of the sanctity of a pilgrimage with an atmosphere of a holiday. TravelPort offers two options : with El Al Airlines The 6 day itenary takes us to Haifa - Galilee - Tiberias - Capernaum - Cana - Jordan Valley - Jericho - Jerusalem - Ein Karem - Mount Zion - Betlehem - Yad Vashem - Mount of Olives - Garden of Gethsemane and Jaffa all enshrined in the history of mankind. The 9 day itenary has all of the above as well as an extension to Cairo where apart from Mount Sinai and the Saint Catherine Monastery, you could watch the awe of Egyptian history that is closely woven to the holy land. | |
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Nights / 6 Days Day 01 Arrival aprox 0340 hrs– Haifa - Galilee – Tiberias : You will be met on arrival at Ben Gurion Airport early in the morning and assisted through immigration. Then on to Netanya for breakfast. After breakfast, visit in Nazareth, the boyhood town of Jesus and home of Mary and Joseph. Visit the Basilica of the Annunciation built over the grotto where Archangel Gabriel appeared to announce that she would bear a son, Jesus. Later we visit Cana where Jesus performed His first Miracle, changing water into wine at the wedding feast. Continue with a drive to Mt. Tabor, the sacred site of the Transfiguration. Travel onwards to Haifa, Israel's largest port city, built on the slopes of Mt. Carmel. Visit the famous Persian Hanging Gardens for a view of the Bahai Shrine. We then make a brief halt at the Elijah cave at Stella Marris and then we continue to Muhraqa, the place of sacrifice and the site where Prophet Elijah defeated the False Prophets of Ba'al. Dinner and overnight at hotel. |  |
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02 – Galilee - Capernaum – Cana: This morning we drive through the landscapes of Galilee and later for a ride in a replica of a Galilean fishing boat of that time, on the Sea of Galilee and where Jesus calmed the storm and walked on the water Visit Capernaum - the center of Jesus' ministry after He left Nazareth We stop at Tabgha- the Church of the Multiplication of the Loaves and Fishes and the expressive Church of the Beatitudes, where Jesus gave the Sermon on the Mount. We make a brief halt at St. Peter's house, the Church of Primacy of Peter and the place where Jesus bestowed St. Peter with His authority. This is believed to be the place where Jesus dined with His disciples. The flat Rock known as Mensa Christ or Christ's table commemorates this event. Dinner and overnight at hotel. |  |
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03 - Jordan Valley - Jericho – Jerusalem : Today you will leave Galilee for Jerusalem via the Jordan Valley. We stop at Yardenit on the Jordan River, the traditional baptismal, site, and then drive along the Jordan Valley bypassing the Ancient city of Jericho, believed to be the oldest city on earth, and viewing on route Mt. Quarantal, where Jesus spent 40 days when Satan tried to tempt him. It is also the place where Jesus stopped on his way to Jerusalem, on the Eve of the Passover and were Jesus cured the blind man during his stay at Zachaeus house. Descend to the Dead Sea' the lowest point on earth (400 m. below sea level), make a brief stop at a private beach and take the opportunity to float in the salty buoyant water, rich in minerals. Dinner and overnight at hotel - Jerusalem |  |
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04 – Ein Karem – Mt. Zion - Bethlehem : We will visit Ein Karem - the city of Judah and birthplace of John the Baptist, son of Elizabeth & Zechariah and the Church of Visitation. We then visit Mt Zion with the upper room and King David's Tomb. We also visit the church of St. Peter Gallicantu the site where Jesus was imprisoned by the High Priest before he was turned over to the Romans and the church of Dormition. Onto Bethlehem, the birth place of Jesus. Visit the Church of Nativity and the Manger Square, view the Shepherds Fields and if possible visit Rachel's Tomb. Dinner and overnight at hotel - Jerusalem |  |
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05 – Yad Vashem – Mt of Olives – Garden of Gethsemane : We start in the morning by visiting Yad Vashem, Tour the Menorah near the Israeli Parliament. Then visit the Mt of Olives with the Church of Ascension, which commemorates the ascents of Jesus to heaven, the Paternoster Church where Jesus taught prayers to his Disciples according to tradition. Then continue to the panoramic view of Mt. of Olives and from there, along the Sunday Palm Tree Road by foot to the Gethsemane Gardens where Jesus was arrested, on the way visit the Dominus Flavit Church, where Jesus wept over the coming destruction of Jerusalem. The chapel is built in the shape of a tear as a poignant reminder to this event. Dinner and overnight in hotel, Jerusalem |  |
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06: Old City of Jerusalem - Jaffa - Airport.: Today we take the Via Dolorosa (Way of Grief), traditionally accepted as the last route by Jesus. We will follow the Stations of the Cross to the Golgotha, the place where Jesus was crucified marking significant events along the route; the Chapel of the Flagellation where, according to tradition, the Roman soldiers scourged Jesus and placed the thorn crown on His head, the Ecce Homo Arch. The last 5 Stations of the Cross are inside the Church of the Holy Sepulcher visible from the distance, with its two silver domes. Also "The Tomb" widely believed to be part of the stone that covered Jesus Tomb. Proceed to Jaffa (Joppa), to see the house of Simon the Tanner and visit St. Peter's Church. You will then be transferred to Ben Gurion airport for your flight back home. Departure at 2040 hrs. (aprox) |  |
Tour
Cost - Rs. 63999/- COST INCLUDES: • Economy Class Air Fare Mumbai - Tel Aviv - Mumbai including airport taxes and the current fuel surcharge • Accommodation on a Twin sharing basis • Buffet Breakfast and Dinner • Sightseeing in an AC coach with a professional English speaking Guide • All entrance fees as per itinerary including a dip in the Dead Sea and a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee in a replica of a Galilean fishing boat of that time. • Visa fees COST DOES NOT INCLUDE: •
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