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2024 CALVARY CHAPEL VISALIA ISRAEL TOUR
Hosted by Pastor Michael Clark
Tour the Holy Land of Israel
March 6 – 16, 2024
Join your host Senior Pastor Michael Clark and Calvary Chapel Visalia for this 11-day, tailor-made group tour of Israel. Spring is a beautiful time of the year to visit the Holy Land! With fair weather and flowers blooming throughout the country, you’ll enjoy experiencing the beauty, history and culture of Israel! During your stay in the Holy Land, visit many of the biblical sites you’ve studied about in the scriptures: Jaffa, Capernaum, Caesarea Philippi, the Jordan River, the Sea of Galilee, Caesarea Maritima, Gideon’s Spring and so many more. Guests will depart the USA on March 6 and return the 16th. Be a witness to the fulfillment of prophecy by standing in the gates of Jerusalem. Come to Israel. Your faith and understanding will expand in ways you can’t imagine. Save your spot today!
ITINERARY
DAY 1 – WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6
USA / TEL AVIV
Overnight flight from USA to Tel-Aviv.DAY 2 – THURSDAY, MARCH 7
ARRIVAL / JAFFA / TEL AVIV
Upon arrival at Ben Gurion airport a Coral Travel & Tours representative will greet and assist you. You will also meet your guide and driver and if time permits drive to Jaffa, one of the oldest cities in the world. Visit the House of Simon the Tanner and walk through Jaffa’s reconstructed Old Quarter. Transfer to your hotel in Herzeliya. Dinner and overnight: Hotel in Herzeliya.DAY 3 – FRIDAY, MARCH 8
CAESAREA / MOUNT CARMEL / MEGIDDO / SEA OF GALILEE
Depart Herzliya and travel along the Sharon Plains to Caesarea Marittima, the amazing city that Herod the Great built on the Mediterranean Sea and a significant city in Christian history (Acts 9, 10, and 25). Our next stop is Mt. Carmel, where Elijah confronted the prophets of Baal (1 Kings 18). From here we’ll have the view of Israel’s breadbasket, the Jezreel Valley. Continue on to Dalia El Carmel where we will visit a Druze house for Druze hospitality. A short drive takes us to Megiddo to see the site of 21 superimposed cites, dating back to before the days of Solomon. (1 Kings 9:15; Rev. 16:16). There we will see the Valley of Jezreel, also known as the Valley of Armageddon. Afterward it’s time to head to Sea of Galilee for our three-night stay at the fabulous Sea of Galilee hotel. Dinner and Overnight: Hotel in Tiberias.DAY 4 – SATURDAY, MARCH 9
SEA OF GALILEE / MOUNT OF BEATITUDES / CAPERNAUM / CHORAZIM / YARDENIT
Begin the day with a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee, viewing a spectacular and special panorama that Jesus also observed. You can only imagine the stories and experiences that took place in biblical history. After docking, we will stroll through the Yigal Allon Museum which houses the amazing ancient fishing boat discovered and preserved from the time of Jesus. Visit the Mount of Beatitudes. Near this site, Jesus gave the Sermon on the Mount, taught on frequent occasions, and performed many miracles. We will spend some time on the mountainside to pray, sing and meditate on God’s Word. Down the road are two special places. Capernaum, Jesus’ home base, is where the majority of his recorded miracles were experienced. We will actually see the site that history confirms as Peter’s home. The other site, Bethsaida, is the birth village of Peter, Andrew, and Phillip. The site has been excavated lately with many new findings. For lunch you will have the St. Peter’s fish. Next, you’ll visit Chorazim and its excavations. We’ll see the synagogue and the seat of Moses. A stop on the shore of St. Peter’s Primacy where the event of John 21 is believed to have take place. Afterwards, you’ll drop by the recent discovery of biblical city – Magdala. Our day concludes with a memorable and important visit to Yardenit, a pastoral site on the Jordan River, where many choose to be baptized (optional). Dinner and Overnight: Hotel in Tiberias.DAY 5 – SUNDAY, MARCH 10
DAN / CAESAREA PHILIPPI / NIMROD FORTRESS / MT. BENTAL
The day begins with a drive north to the Biblical city of Dan. Explore the site where King Jeroboam built an alternative “temple” for pagan sacrifices (I Kgs 12:29). We will also see a recent archaeological dig that uncovers a remarkable mud brick city gate entrance from the time of Abraham (Gen. 14: 14 – 2000 BCE). It is approximately 4,000 years old! Nearby, you will stand on the exact spot at the ancient Dan city gate where the only extra-biblical discovery ever found to mention David as House of David, discovered in 1992! Close by is Caesarea Philippi, the corrupt center of Baal and Pan worship, built to honor Augustus Caesar by Philip (Herod’s son) in 14 CE. It was here that Jesus asked Peter and the disciples a profound question (Mt. 16:15). Aftwerward, visit the Nimrod Fortress, built as a defense fortress on the way to Damascus. After lunch, our sightseeing continures with a dramatic stop at Mt. Bental, a former military outpost and site of a key battle and Israeli victory in the 1973 Yom Kippur War. This view offers a magnificent panorama of Mt. Hermon and Syria. It is now a mountaintop UN observation post on the Syrian border. Stop at Olea Essence to see the Olive Press. Return to Tiberias. Dinner and Overnight: Hotel in Tiberias.BET SHE’AN / QASER EL YAHUD / QUMRAN / DEAD SEA
A climatic day begins at Beit She’an, a historic city and site of one phenomenal moment – the Philistines hung the bodies of King Saul and his three sons from the city walls after their defeat (1 Samuel 31:10- 12). What we actually see are the spectacular ruins of a 1st Century BC Roman city renamed Scythopolis built adjacent to the original site. Depart Beit She’an. A short stop at Qaser El Yahud, the site where John the Baptist baptized Jesus. We’ll end the day with a visit at Qumran, the site of perhaps the greatest archaeological find of all time! It was here that a shepherd boy discovered The Dead Sea Scrolls in 1947. Dinner and overnight: Hotel at the Dead Sea.DAY 7 – TUESDAY, MARCH 12
DEAD SEA SPA / MASADA / EIN GEDI / MT. SCOPUS
Today, we will start the day with a relaxing morning floating on the Dead Sea or enjoying some Dead Sea Spa treatments. After lunch, we will drive to Masada, a desert fortress begun in 100 BCE and completed by Herod in 20 BCE. At this place, 960 Jews committed suicide rather than die at the hands of the Romans in 73 CE! We will ascend to the plateau by cable car and explore this engineering feat. Afterwards, we visit Ein Gedi. We then begin to anticipate our climatic climb “up to” the key attraction of Israel – the majestic, celebrated city of Jerusalem on Mount Scopus. Dinner and overnight: Hotel in Jerusalem.DAY 8 – WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13
MOUNT OF OLIVES / GARDEN OF GETHSEMANE / UPPER ROOM / HEZEKIAH’S TUNNEL / CITY OF DAVID
Today we start our Jerusalem experience with a drive to the Mt. of Olives. Nothing will prepare you for the breathtaking vista of the Holy City from the Mt. of Olives. We walk the Jesus route down the “Palm Sunday Road” to the Garden of Gethsemane, pausing to remember the passion of Jesus. Drive up to Mt. Zion and visit the Upper Room and the House of the High Priest Caiaphas or we know it today under the name St. Peter in Gallicantu. At the biblical City of David, the ancient ruins of the original Jerusalem that David conquered. After descending through the old city excavations, we will reenact history by walking through “Hezekiah’s” Tunnel, a 1,750-foot hand-hewn water tunnel (II Chr. 29–32) that ends at the Pool of Siloam (John 9). Flashlights and water shoes will be needed. We then have a spectacular moment at the Southern Steps of the Temple Mount. End the day with a walk through the Rabbinical Tunnel. Overnight: Hotel in Jerusalem.DAY 9 – THURSDAY, MARCH 14
TEMPLE MOUNT / WESTERN WALL / JEWISH QUARTER / VIA DOLOROSA / ST. ANNE’S CHURCH / POOL OF BETHESDA
After breakfast, enter to the Temple Mount, the site of the first and second Jewish Temple which is the most fought over land on the earth. Since 638 AD, the Muslims have had control of the “Temple Mount” with a brief respite during the Crusades. The Dome of the Rock holds court visually, but it is the Al Aqsa Mosque that holds the prestige as the third holiest site within Islam. Both were constructed around 700 CE. After spending time on the Mount we will exit through St. Stephen’s Gate to see the blocked Golden Gate from outside the city. Reenter the city and visit St. Anne’s Church and the Pools of Bethesda (John 5:1ff “…wish to be made well?”). From here we begin a famed walk along the Via Dolorosa, the Way of Sorrows. Walk through the Jewish Quarter to the Western (Wailing) Wall, the holiest site in the entire Jewish world. In the afternoon, drive to Genesis Land (out of Jerusalem) for Abraham hospitality, camel ride and dinner. Overnight: Hotel in Jerusalem.ISRAEL MUSEUM / YAD VASHEM / GARDEN TOMB / SHABBAT SERVICE & DINNER
We begin our day with a visit to the Israel Museum and the Scale Model of Jerusalem (1:50 scale model of Herodian Jerusalem as it would have appeared in Jesus’ time). A visit to Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial. We will conclude our day with communion at the Garden Tomb, an alternative site that some believe to be the actual site of the crucifixion, Golgotha. This has become a special place for many Christians to reflect upon the death and resurrection of Jesus. Late checkout from the hotel and drive to Tel Aviv to attend Shabbat service and dinner at the Chosen People Ministries. Return to your hotel in Jerusalem for overnight.DAY 11 – SATURDAY, MARCH 16
JERUSALEM / TEL AVIV / USA
Early morning transfer to the airport for your flight back to the USA. Arrive the same day. *Subject to Change*TOUR BENEFITS, FEATURES & SITES
You won’t want to miss this opportunity to travel to Israel with Calvary Chapel Visalia. Visit the most notable biblical, historical, and cultural sites throughout the Holy Land Tour. The bible will come to life right before your eyes. Enjoy bible studies, worship, and fellowship with other believers who share your faith and love for Jesus.
Locations
Jaffa, Caesarea, Mt. Carmel, Sea of Galilee, Tel Dan, the Mount of Olives, Bethsaida, Jordan River, Old City of Jerusalem, Mount of Beatitudes, Caesarea Philippi, Megiddo, Capernaum, Bet She’an, Masada, Ein Gedi, Qumran, and many more.
Among other amazing sites, visit the Davidson Center (Southern Wall excavation), Yad Vashem, the Israel Museum, the House of Simon the Tanner, Garden Tomb, Hezekiah’s Tunnel, St. Anne’s Church, the pools of Bethesda, Gideon’s Spring, the Rabbinical Tunnel, Church of Peter in Gallicantu, Genesis Land, and the Garden of Gethsemane.
Features Included in this 2024 Calvary Chapel Tracy and Eureka Holy Land Tour
- Round trip airfare: SFO/TLV/SFO
- Airline taxes & surcharges (Currently $700, to be adjusted at time of ticketing)**
- Hotel accommodations in Israel:
- Herzeliya – NYX Hotel*
- Tiberias – Leonardo Hotel*
- Jerusalem – Leonardo Hotel*
- Breakfast & dinner daily at hotels
- 2 Lunches
- Licensed English-speaking guide throughout
- Round trip transfers: Airport/Hotel/Airport
- Touring in a deluxe air-conditioned motor-coach
- Sightseeing per itinerary
- Entrance fees to all included sites
- Porterage, hotel taxes & service charges
- Tips to guide, driver & hotel staff
- Head-sets
- Farewell Dinner
Not Included in this 2024 Calvary Chapel Tracy and Eureka Holy Land Tour
- Personal expenses
- Any Covid 19 related expenses in US or Israel
- Travel insurance – (highly recommended & available at an additional cost)
- Anything not mentioned as included
*Or similar ** At time of writing, subject to change – any changes will be billed at time of ticketing. Please see our terms and conditions for additional info.
BROCHURE
Air/Land Package
Click here for the 2024 Calvary Chapel Visalia Israel Tour brochure with pricing details.
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Deposit
A deposit of $350.00 per person, along with a completed registration form, is required to ensure your space on the 2024 Calvary Chapel Visalia Israel tour.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Deposits and Payments for the 2024 Calvary Chapel Visalia Israel Tour
A deposit of $350.00 is required with each reservation to guarantee booking by November 6, 2023. The balance is due 60 days prior to departure, January 6, 2023. All checks should be made payable to Coral Travel & Tours, Ltd.
Tour Arrangements
Air – Air arrangements are included in most group tours. Air is available to individual travelers upon request.
Cancellation Penalties
All cancellations must be in writing
Up to 100 days prior to departure date $75.00 cancellation fee
From 99-61 days prior to departure date $250.00 cancellation fee
From 60-46 days prior to departure date $350.00 cancellation fee
From 45 days prior to departure date and on – full cancellation fee (100%)
Passports/Visa
You will be required to provide Coral Travel & Tours with a copy of your passport with final payment. Please Note: The State of Israel requires that your passport have an expiration date not less than 6 months after your date of arrival in Israel. There is no visa requirement for citizens of the United States traveling to Israel. Other nationals should contact their consulate for visa information. For other destinations please contact Coral Travel & Tours, Ltd. Coral Travel & Tours does NOT process visa applications. No inoculations are currently required for travel to Israel. Please contact public health authorities for further information or other destinations.
Registration Deadline for the 2024 Calvary Chapel Visalia Israel Tour is November 6, 2023.
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