Israel Trip 2027
May 15-23, 2027
Walk the land of Scripture—where the saints once stood and redemption’s story unfolded
9-Day Itinerary:
Day 1 - Depart USA
Tour members meet for our overnight flight to Israel. After dinner is served, sit back and relax, enjoying onboard entertainment as you prepare for this exciting adventure of a lifetime—walking where Jesus walked.
SATURDAY, MAY 15
Day 2 - Arrive in Tel Aviv
SUNDAY, MAY 16
Arrive in Tel Aviv and transfer to Netanya.
Enjoy a welcome dinner and settle in for your first night in Israel.
Day 3 - From Coast to Galilee
MONDAY, MAY 17
Highlights: Caesarea • Megiddo • Mt. Carmel • Nazareth • Cana
Explore key biblical sites, including:
Caesarea (Peter’s ministry to the Gentiles)
Mt. Carmel (Elijah and the prophets of Baal)
Nazareth & Nazareth Village (life in Jesus’ time)
Cana (optional marriage vow renewal)
End the day in Tiberias on the Sea of Galilee.
Day 4 - Sea of Galilee Experience
TUESDAY, MAY 18
Highlights: Mt. of Beatitudes • Capernaum • Boat Ride • Jordan River
Reflect where Jesus taught the Sermon on the Mount
Visit Capernaum, His ministry base
Sail the Sea of Galilee on a replica “Jesus Boat”
Optional lunch: St. Peter’s Fish
Opportunity to step into the Jordan River
Overnight in Tiberias.
Day 5 - Into Jerusalem
WEDNESDAY, MAY 19
Highlights: Golan Heights • Caesarea Philippi • Tel Dan • Beit Shean
Scenic views from the Golan Heights
Visit Caesarea Philippi (Peter’s confession of Christ)
Explore Tel Dan and ancient ruins
Tour Beit Shean, a remarkably preserved Roman city
Arrive in Jerusalem for dinner and overnight.
Day 6 - Jerusalem & Bethlehem
THURSDAY, MAY 20
Highlights: Mt. of Olives • Gethsemane • Western Wall • Via Dolorosa • Bethlehem
Walk through the heart of biblical history:
Panoramic views from the Mt. of Olives
Garden of Gethsemane & Church of Agony
Western Wall & Temple Mount
Walk the Via Dolorosa
Church of the Holy Sepulchre
Visit Bethlehem: Church of the Nativity & Shepherd’s Field
Evening visit to the Western Wall tunnels.
Day 7 - Ancient Jerusalem
FRIDAY, MAY 21
Highlights: Shrine of the Book • City of David • Hezekiah’s Tunnel • Garden Tomb
See the Dead Sea Scrolls
Explore the City of David
Walk through Hezekiah’s Tunnel (optional, water walk)
Visit the Pool of Siloam
Worship at the Garden Tomb
Overnight in Jerusalem.
Day 8 - Wilderness & the Dead Sea
SATURDAY, MAY 22
Highlights: Masada • Ein Gedi • Qumran • Dead Sea
Ride a cable car up to Masada
Visit Ein Gedi, where David hid
Explore Qumran (Dead Sea Scrolls site)
Float in the Dead Sea
Farewell dinner in Jerusalem.
Day 9 - Return Home
SUNDAY, MAY 23
Transfer to Tel Aviv airport and depart for the U.S., arriving the same day.
Pricing & Registration
$5,297 per person with air fare
Land-only pricing is at 1:5 is $4,147
(Land Only pricing includes full air benefits from ATL and tips of $150).
Register by December 10, 2026
Use Tour Code: Nelson27
Payment Schedule
At registration: $500 deposit (non-refundable)
Within 21 days: 2nd deposit of $500
Final payment due by January 15, 2027
$100 savings when registered with a $500 deposit by: August 15, 2026
$50 savings when registered with a $500 deposit by: September 15, 2026
Early Bird Savings