The Holy Land & Jordan Pilgrimage: 13 Days

With Pastor Barry and Tami Jorris
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Holy Land & Jordan Pilgrimage: 13 Days

Experience a spiritual journey through the Holy Land and Jordan, visiting sacred sites such as the Sea of Galilee, Petra, Amman, and Jerusalem. This 13-day pilgrimage offers opportunities for prayer, reflection, and exploration of biblical history, following in the footsteps of prophets and apostles across Israel and Jordan. Walk where Jesus walked and bring the bible to life!

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Before you depart apply for a tourist visa

https://israel-entry.piba.gov.il/

Journey Highlights

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At a glance

Day 1 - Depart USA

12-Oct-26
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Meet at the Assemblies of God Church in Fort Wayne, IN to be transported to Chicago O'Hare International airport. Take an overnight flight to Tel Aviv, Israel.

Oct 12, 2026
ORD
22:05
Chicago O'Hare International Airport

11h 35m

Oct 13, 2026
TLV
17:40
Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport

Day 2 - Arrive in Tel Aviv

13-Oct-2026
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Arrive in Tel Aviv, Transfer to Hotel

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Arrival at Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport

Arrive in Tel Aviv, Ben Gurion Airport. Meeting and assistance at airport, board your modern deluxe bus and depart airport to Tel Aviv.
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Transfer to Hotel

DepartureTel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport
DestinationHerzliya
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Tel Aviv - NYX 4* or similar

Dinner and overnight in Tel-Aviv area.

Day 3 - Caesarea, Mt. Carmel, Megiddo, Nazareth, Sea of Galilee

14-Oct-2026
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Explore Caesarea, Mt. Carmel, Megiddo, and Nazareth

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Visit Caesarea Maritima

Travel to Caesarea Maritima, an impressive Roman aqueduct city that once served as a major port and was an important center in biblical times. Its where Paul gave the first defense of the church and where Peter baptized the first gentile.

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Visit Mount Carmel

Visit Mount Carmel, where Elijah challenged the prophets of Baal, and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding area. Time for prayer and reflections.

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Visit Megiddo

Proceed to Megiddo, the biblical site of Armageddon, where you can explore the archaeological remains and learn about its historical significance.

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Visit Mount Precipice

Finally, visit Mount Precipice, a traditional site associated with the rejection of Jesus in Nazareth.
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Tiberias Hotel- Ceasar 4* or similar

Dinner and overnight at the Sea of Galilee.

Day 4 - Sea of Galilee Boat Ride, Capernaum, Beatitudes, Peter’s Primacy, Magdala, Yardenit

15-Oct-2026
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Sail the Sea of Galilee and Visit Sacred Sites

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Sea of Galilee Boat Ride

Begin the day with a serene sail on the Sea of Galilee, reflecting on the biblical events that took place on these waters.

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Visit Capernaum

Visit Capernaum, where Jesus taught in the synagogue seeing also the house of Peter's mother-in-law.

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Visit Mount of Beatitudes

Proceed to the Mount of Beatitudes, the site of the Sermon on the Mount, offering beautiful gardens and views. Time for prayer and reflections.
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Visit Peter’s Primacy

Visit Peter’s Primacy where Jesus fed the multitudes and where Jesus appeared to his disciples after the Resurrection.
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Explore Magdala

Explore Magdala, the hometown of Mary Magdalene, with archaeological remains of the first-century synagogue.

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Renewal of Baptism at Yardenit

In the late afternoon, participate in a symbolic renewal of baptism in the waters of the Jordan River at Yardenit.
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Tiberias Hotel- Ceasar 4* or similar

Dinner and overnight at the Sea of Galilee.

Day 5 - Border Crossing, Mt. Nebo, Petra

16-Oct-2026
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Cross into Jordan, Visit Mt. Nebo and Petra

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Breakfast and Check-out

Breakfast and check-out. Drive into Jordan where we would be welcomed by our Jordanian guide and driver.

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Visit Mt. Nebo

Our first visit will be Mt Nebo from where Moses viewed the promised land not being allowed to enter it.

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Self-lunch arrangement

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Travel Along the Kings Highway to Petra

DepartureMt. Nebo
DestinationPetra
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Petra Moon 4* or similar

Dinner and overnight in Petra.

Day 6 - Petra Exploration and Transfer to Amman

17-Oct-2026
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Explore Petra and Travel to Amman

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Visit Petra

Today we visit Petra the ancient Nabatean city carved out in its mountains and valleys, one of the most spectacular archaeologic sites in the world. There are some traditions that put Paul in Petra during his retreat into the Arabian desert and others that mark the Magi route to Bethlehem along the famous incense road that went through Petra. We walk into the city along the Siq colorful rock formation reaching the Treasury after which we see The Roman theatre and ruins. Self-lunch arrangements.

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Drive to Amman

DeparturePetra
DestinationAmman
This afternoon we drive to Amman, Jordan capital for our last night stay.
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Amman International 4* or similar

Dinner and overnight in Amman.

Day 7 - Allenby, Bet Arabah, Bethlehem, Shepherd Field

18-Oct-2026
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Visit Bethany Beyond Jordan and Bethlehem

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Breakfast and Check-out

Breakfast and check-out. Drive back to Israel.

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Visit Bet Arabah (Bethany beyond the Jordan)

Visit Bet Arabah ‘Bethany beyond the Jordan’ seeing the Baptismal spot where our Lord was baptized. It’s also the nearby spot where the Israelites crossed into the promised Land and from Where Elijah was taken into heaven.
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Visit Church of Nativity

Visit Church of Nativity marking the birthplace of Our Lord.
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Visit Shepherd Field

Visit Shepherd field where we will have time for prayer and reflection.

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Transfer to Jerusalem

DepartureShepherd Field
DestinationJerusalem
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Leonardo Jerusalem 4* or similar

Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 8 - Wailing Wall, Western Wall Tunnels, Pools of Bethesda, Free Afternoon

19-Oct-2026
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Explore Jerusalem's Sacred Sites and Free Afternoon

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Visit Wailing Wall

This morning we visit the Wailing wall followed by the visit of the Western Wall tunnels seeing the immense stone foundation of the 2nd Temple built by Herod.

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Visit Western Wall Tunnels

Visit the Western Wall tunnels seeing the immense stone foundation of the 2nd Temple built by Herod.

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Visit Pools of Bethesda and St. Anne's Church

Our exploration leads us to the Pool of Bethesda and St. Anne's Church, where Jesus performed healing miracles, inspiring reflection on the power of faith.

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Free afternoon for personal activities

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Leonardo Jerusalem 4* or similar

Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 9 - Masada, Ein Gedi, Qumran, Jericho, Dead Sea

20-Oct-2026
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Explore Masada, Qumran, Jericho, and Dead Sea Swim

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Visit Masada

Depart this morning to Masada along the shores of the Dead Sea. Visit Masada exploring the ancient fortress with breathtaking views and history.

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Pass by Ein Gedi Oasis

Pass by Ein Gedi Oasis as we drive to visit Qumran.

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Visit Qumran

Visit Qumran where the Essene lived and wrote the Dead Sea Scrolls.

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Self-arranged lunch in Jericho

Proceed to Jericho for self-arranged lunch, followed by visit of Tel Jericho where the walls fell before the Israelites.

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Visit Tel Jericho

Visit Tel Jericho where the walls fell before the Israelites.

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Dead Sea Swim

End the day at the Shores of the Dead Sea for a dip in its unique mineral water.

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Leonardo Jerusalem 4* or similar

Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 10 - Temple Mt, Mt of Olives, Mt Zion, Southern Wall

21-Oct-2026
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Explore Temple Mount, Mount of Olives, and Southern Wall Excavations

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Visit Temple Mount

Early morning we ascend and visit the Temple esplanade seeing where the Holy of Holies stood during the first and second temple times. The Temple was the epi center of Jesus ministry in Jerusalem.
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Visit Mount of Olives and Palm Sunday Road

Continue to the Mt. of Olives where we take in a breathtaking panoramic view of Jerusalem. From here we walk the Palm Sunday Road following the path Jesus took as he entered Jerusalem triumphantly. We stop at Dominus Flevit, the site where Jesus wept over Jerusalem.
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Visit Mount Zion, Upper Room, and King David's Tomb

We proceed to Mt Zion visiting the upper room and King David tomb. We enter the old city visiting the Jewish Quarter. Self-lunch arrangements.
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Visit Southern Steps and Archaeological Excavations

Finish the day with a visit to the Southern Steps and explore the archaeological excavations to include the streets of Jerusalem from the time of Christ walking where Jesus walked, then seeing the southern steps and southern gates that led into the Temple, it is the setting where Jesus healed the blind man and from where Peter gave his sermon after Pentecost. Return to our hotel.

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Leonardo Jerusalem 4* or similar

Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.
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Temple Mount Security Note

Please note that, due to security reasons, the only items the visitors can carry into Temple Mount are telephone, small camera, notebook and a bottle of water. Groups are not allowed to enter with professional cameras, iPads, backpacks, purses, any religious symbols such as Bible or crosses as well as swiss penknives and clippers.

Day 11 - Pool of Siloam, Israel Museum, Gethsemane Garden

22-Oct-2026
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Visit Pool of Siloam, Israel Museum, and Gethsemane

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Visit Pool of Siloam and Pilgrimage Road

Start with a visit of the Pool of Siloam and newly opened Pilgrimage Road.

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Visit Israel Museum

Our next stop will be at the Israeli Museum seeing the Model city of Jerusalem on scale of 1:50 showing Jerusalem that Jesus knew, followed by visit of the Shrine of the Book seeing the Dead Sea Scrolls. Self-lunch arrangements.

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Visit Gethsemane and Garden of Gethsemane

This afternoon we visit Gethsemane and the Garden of Gethsemane where we would have time for prayer and reflection over Jesus’ passion in the Garden. Return to our hotel.

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Leonardo Jerusalem 4* or similar

Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 12 - Caiaphas Palace, Judgment Pavement, Via Dolorosa, Garden Tomb

23-Oct-2026
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Final Reflections in Jerusalem and Farewell Dinner

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Breakfast and Check-out

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Visit St. Peter in Gallicantu (Caiaphas Palace)

This morning, we return to Mt. Zion visiting St. Peter in Gallicantu, the home of the High Priest, Caiaphas.

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Visit Ecce Homo and Judgment Pavement

We continue to Ecce Homo, the site named after Pontius Pilate’s words, 'Behold the man.' Here we will see the Stone Pavement 'Litho-Stratos,' which may have been part of the Roman fortress where Jesus was held before his crucifixion.

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Walk the Via Dolorosa

From here, we follow the Via Dolorosa, the traditional route of Jesus Passion. Self-lunch arrangement.
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Visit the Garden Tomb

Finally, we make our way to the Garden Tomb, where Jesus was buried and later resurrected.

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Farewell Dinner at Local Restaurant

Enjoy Farewell dinner at local restaurant on the way to the airport for our departure flight.

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Departure Note

Day schedule on departure day is subject to change depending on flight details. You have to be at the airport 3 hours prior the flight.

Day 13 - Flight Home

24-Oct-2026
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Departure from Jerusalem and Flight Home

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Flight Home

Oct 24, 2026
TLV
00:20
Tel Aviv

Oct 24, 2026
ORD
5:00
Chicago
12:20 AM – Flight home.
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1. Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport

Ben Gurion Airport, Israel

2. Jaffa

Jaffa, Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel

3. Herzliya

Herzliya, Israel

4. Netanya

Netanya, Israel

5. Caesarea Maritima

Caesarea, Israel

6. Mount Carmel

Mount Carmel, Haifa, Israel

7. Megiddo

Megiddo National Park, Israel

8. Mount Precipice

Mount Precipice, Nazareth, Israel

9. Sea of Galilee

Sea of Galilee, Israel

10. Capernaum

Capernaum, Israel

11. Mount of Beatitudes

Mount of Beatitudes, Israel

12. Tabgha

Tabgha, Israel

13. Magdala

Magdala, Israel

14. Yardenit

Yardenit, Jordan River, Israel

15. Mount Nebo

Mount Nebo, Jordan

16. Petra

Petra, Jordan

17. Amman

Amman, Jordan

18. Bet Arabah (Bethany beyond the Jordan)

Bethany Beyond the Jordan, Jordan

19. Bethlehem

Bethlehem, West Bank

20. Shepherd Field

Shepherd's Field, Beit Sahour, West Bank

21. Jerusalem

Jerusalem, Israel

22. Wailing Wall (Western Wall)

Western Wall, Jerusalem, Israel

23. Pools of Bethesda

Pools of Bethesda, Jerusalem, Israel

24. Masada

Masada, Israel

25. Ein Gedi

Ein Gedi, Israel

26. Qumran

Qumran National Park, Israel

27. Jericho

Jericho, West Bank

28. Dead Sea

Dead Sea, Israel/Jordan

29. Temple Mount

Temple Mount, Jerusalem, Israel

30. Mount of Olives

Mount of Olives, Jerusalem, Israel

31. Mount Zion

Mount Zion, Jerusalem, Israel

32. Israel Museum

Israel Museum, Jerusalem, Israel

33. Gethsemane

Garden of Gethsemane, Jerusalem, Israel

34. St. Peter in Gallicantu (Caiaphas Palace)

St. Peter in Gallicantu, Jerusalem, Israel

35. Ecce Homo

Ecce Homo, Jerusalem, Israel

36. Via Dolorosa

Via Dolorosa, Jerusalem, Israel

37. Garden Tomb

Garden Tomb, Jerusalem, Israel