04/12/2024
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HOLYLAND BIBLICAL PILGRIMAGE
Package rate per person: $2,900
Reservation Fee: $500 (Non-refundable / Non-transferable)
Travel Dates:
📍 March 16-27, 2025
📍 April 6-17, 2025
📍 May 4-15, 2025
📍 October 12-23, 2025
📍 November 9-20, 2025
STUDY TOUR ITINERARY:
Day 1 – Departure from Philippines to Amman Jordan
Day 2 – Arrival / Amman Roman Citadel and Roman Theater / Mount Nebo / Madaba
Arrival at Jordan and you will be assisted by our airport representative. After visa processing, you will start your tour to the old city of Amman exploring the Roman Citadel and the Roman Theatre, two of the most popular archaeological sites in the city. Amman was named Philadelphia and it is one of the Decapolis mentioned in the Gospel during the time of Christ. Continue to biblical Mount Nebo from which Moses was allowed by God to see the Promised Land (Israel Today) before he died; see also a breathtaking view of the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea and also the amazing well preserve mosaics of Mount Nebo Chapel. If we have time, continue on to the biblical town of Madaba. Discover the amazing Byzantine mosaics excavated from throughout the town and see the ‘Madaba Map’, the oldest preserved mosaic map of the Holy Lands. Check in to your hotel in Amman, dinner and rest.
Day 3 – Full day visiting the Nabatean City of Petra
Visit the Nabatean Treasure City of Petra, one of the world’s greatest archaeological sites, the 2,000 years old city of Petra, known as the red rock city, the ancient capital of the Nabateans from the 3rd century B.C. to the 2nd century B.C. Enter the first part of the impressive, infamous fissure known as the Siq and bear witness to the sophistication of the Nabateans. The tour then proceeds to gradually unfold the mysteries of the Rose-Red City with its spectacular treasury, Royal Tombs, burial chambers. Return to your Hotel in Amman for dinner and Overnight.
Day 4 – Amman to Israel: Lower Galilee: Mount Precipice / Nazareth / Cana
Transfer to Sheik Hussein Border at Bet She’an to enter Israel. Your first Israel biblical tour experience will start in the panoramic view of Mount Precipice where Nazarenes tried to kill Jesus by throwing Him head down on a cliff; see the majestic Valley of Megiddo or Armageddon where the future final battle of the armies of the world is expected to happen in the end of days. Go to Nazareth where Jesus grew up and visit the Basilica of Annunciation where Angel Gabriel told Mary that she will conceive the Son of God. Continue to visit Cana where Jesus performed His first miracle in a wedding by turning water into wine and experience reaffirmation of marriage vows for the couple and also wine testing. Check in to your hotel at Galilee, dinner and rest.
Day 5 – Central Galilee: Sea of Galilee Boat Sailing / Mount Beatitudes / Tabgha / Capernaum / Jericho
Our journey will continue around the Sea of Galilee which is the center of Jesus ministry. Begin your Bible journey by boat sailing to the Sea of Galilee. Go up to Mount of Beatitudes and visit the traditional site of Christ famous Sermon on the Mount.. Continue on to Tabgha known for the miracle of multiplication of Fishes and Loaves. Proceed to Capernaum & see the 4thCE old synagogue built in the remains of the synagogue during the time of Christ and see also ruins of Apostle Peter's house. Transfer to your Hotel in Jericho, dinner, and rest. Lastly, visit Jericho known as the oldest and lowest city in the world to view the Mountain where Satan Tempted the Lord Jesus. Transfer to your Hotel in Jericho, dinner, and rest.
Day 6 – Jordan River / Wadi Qelt/ Jerusalem: Chapel of Ascension / Mount of Olives / Dominus Flevit / Gethsemane / Western Wall
Your amazing biblical destination this day will start at the famous Jordan River at Qaser El Yahud which is the biblical site of Jesus Baptism, the site where the Israelites entered the Promise Land led by Joshua, and the healing of Naaman the Syrian General. Go to Wadi Qelt and see the fantastic view of the Death Valley mentioned by King David in the book of Psalms 23. Begin your journey to Jerusalem the Holy City of God. Start at the Chapel of Ascension where Jesus last seen by His disciples as He returned to heaven. Continue to Mount of Olives to see a breathtaking view of the Old City of Jerusalem or the Holy City of God. Walk down along the Palm Sunday route and have a stopover at Dominus Flevit where the Lord cried over the future destruction of Jerusalem. Walk down to the Garden of Gethsemane where the Lord Jesus agonized in prayer to fulfill God the Father’s will. Finally, let us conclude our tour at the Western Wall which is the holiest site for the Jews and spend a quality time with God through deepest and heartily prayer. Return to your Hotel in Jericho, dinner, and rest.
Day 7 – Jerusalem and Bethlehem: Garden Tomb / Upper Room / Gallicantu / Shepherds Field/ Nativity Church / Milk Grotto
Continue our biblical journey to the Holy City of Jerusalem. Let’s start at the beautiful Garden Tomb which is the site of Christ crucifixion, burial, and resurrection and experience Holy Communion in one of the Gardens. Go to the Upper Room where the last supper took place and to Gallicantu which was the location of illegal trial of the Lord and the denial of Simon Peter. Proceed to Bethlehem and visit the Shepherd’s Field in Bethlehem where the angels announced to the shepherds the birth of Jesus; then go to the Church of Nativity which is the birthplace of our Lord Jesus. End our tour at the Milk Grotto where the wise men visited the Lord Jesus. Return to your Hotel in Jericho, dinner, and rest.
Day 8– Transfer to Egypt: Dead Sea / S***m / Eilat / Taba
After breakfast, load your baggage and belongings to the bus for your transfer to Egypt. On our way, experience an enjoyable floating adventure at Dead Sea which is the saltiest and lowest lake in the world. Have a short stop at S***m where God rained down fire and brimstone because of the wickedness of the people. Finally, transfer to the border to cross going to Egypt side. Check in to your hotel, dinner, and rest.
Day 9 – Mount Sinai Hiking / Saint Catherine / Cairo Transfer
Part 1: For those who will hike going up to Mount Sinai: Depart from your hotel around 1am going to Mount Sinai to experience hiking until you reach the top and see the amazing view of sunrise and the Sinai landscapes from where Moses received the 10 commandments. At morning, meet the rest of the group and have your breakfast and continue your visit to Saint Catherine Monastery.
Part 2: For those who will not hike to Mount Sinai: After breakfast you will meet the group who hike to Mount Sinai and together visit Saint Catherine Monastery where God appeared to Moses in a burning bush. Then proceed to Cairo Egypt via Suez Canal. Along the way, you will see the granite mountain of Mount Sinai and Wadi El Raha where according to tradition is the area where the Israelites camped and the golden calf was forged (Exodus 32), see also the Wilderness of Elim where the Israelites encamped having twelve wells of water and seventy palm trees, and have a short stop at Marah where the Israelites could not drink because the water is bitter. Transfer to your hotel in Cairo, dinner and rest.
Day 10 – Cairo: Pyramid of Giza / Egyptian Museum / Great Sphinx / Camel Ride / Nile River Cruise
After your delicious breakfast, visit the famous Egyptian Museum with over 100,000 exhibits which boast the most comprehensive collection of Pharaonic art in the world. Here we will teach you a brief but colorful insight into the five thousand years history of Egypt's fascinating land. Then you will start exploring one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world, the three great Pyramids of Giza. The oldest and grandest of the three is the Cheops Pyramid built in the 3rd dynasty about 2690 B.C. Next is the Pyramids of Chefren and wonder at the majestic Great Sphinx, which is the largest single block sculpture located at the foot of the grand Pyramid Chefren. Experience riding in Camel with the Pyramids as a backdrop. At night, enjoy cruising at Nile River with dinner and entertainment. Back to hotel and rest
Day 11 – Old Cairo / Coptic Church / Church of St. Sergius / Departure
After breakfast, load your baggage and belongings to the bus. You will then visit Old Cairo, the City’s cultural landmarks that span three millennium of Egyptian history. Starting with Coptic Church, where you will see the Hanging Church, dating to the late 4th and early 5th century. This basilica was named "Al-Mu'allaqah" because it was built atop the south gate of the Babylon Fortress. Continue to the Church of St. Sergius, a 5th century Coptic Church. This basilica is built on the cave in which the Holy Family stayed and is regarded by visitors as a source of blessing. After the tour, you will be assisted going to the airport for your departure.
Day 12 – Arrival in Philippines
RATES INCLUSIONS:
1. Round Trip Airfare
2. Meeting & assistance upon arrival and departure.
3. Air-Conditioned Bus
4. 4 Star Hotel Accommodation on twin sharing
5. 10 Nights’ accommodation
6. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
7. Sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary.
8. Israel Holy Land Map
9. Tour Guide in every country
10. Jordan Visa
11. Egypt Visa
12. Pilgrimage Certificate
13. Bottled water daily
14. Visa & Border Permits / Taxes
15. Additional sites for free or bonus if time permits
16. Tipping for Local Guide & Driver
EXCLUSIONS:
1. Philippine Travel Tax & Terminal Fee – 1,650php
2. Extra drinks or beverages during meals.
3. Travel Insurance (Available upon request)
4. Special evening tour to Jerusalem Old City
5. Any services not mentioned in the inclusions.
REQUIREMENTS, POLICIES AND GUIDELINES
1. Copy of passport valid for 6 months.
2. Non-refundable and Non-Transferable initial Reservation of 500usd is required to confirm booking.
3. Installment payments are acceptable but full payment is required two months before the tour departure.
4. Rates are subject to change without prior notice if affected by currency exchange rates, airfare, and changes in the sites fees, etc.
5. Itineraries may subject to change based on the time of arrival, point of entries, and border securities.
6. Full cancellation charges will be applied to any cancellation made one month before departure.
7. The rate is based on 30 pax. If the participants are less than 30, the company has the right to cancel, postpone, reschedule or additional supplement shall be applied.
8. Making reservation payment means you agree in our policies.
PROCEDURES IN JOINING THIS STUDY TOUR
1. Submit a copy of your passport.
2. Make a deposit of $500 reservation fee at Eunoia BDO Account.
3. Gradually pay your balance until 2 months before your selected date.
Thank you and we are glad to have you in our Pilgrimage Groups.
