Dates

FEBRUARY 23 – MARCH 3, 2026

Lodging

• Panorama Hotel (TEL AVIV)

• Leonardo Plaza Hotel (TIBERIAS)

• Grand Court Hotel (JERUSALEM)

Pricing

Tour Only: $2,830 per person

Single Supplement Fee

• Single Supplement Fee of $895 per person for those requesting to room alone or if a roommate cannot be assigned by FAITH BASED EXPEDITIONS

Tour price does not include airfare

$500 Non-refundable deposit per person due upon registration.

Faith-Based Expeditions Tour Site

DAY 1: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2026 – DEPART FOR TEL AVIV, ISRAEL

DAY 2: TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2026 – ARRIVAL IN TEL AVIV

Arrive in Tel Aviv. Tour group will be met at airport and assisted with arrival procedures. Dinner and overnight beside the beautiful Mediterranean Sea.

DAY 3: WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2026 – CAESAREA MARITIMA / MEGIDDO / MT. CARMEL / TIBERIAS (SEA OF GALILEE)

Today we depart for the Galilee enjoying stops at Biblical sites along the way.  

• Caesarea Maritima

  • Extensive ruins of an ancient port city built by King Herod

  • Later became the seat of government of the Roman governors

  • Peter proclaimed the Good News to the Roman centurion (Acts 9 & 25)

• Megiddo (the valley of Armageddon)

  • a major city-state in the ancient Near East was conquered and rebuilt many times by various civilizations 

  • the site of the final battle between the forces of good and evil 

• Mt. Carmel

  • Where Elijah prayed, and God defeated 450 prophets of Baal with fire from heaven (1 Kings 18)

Dinner and overnight in Tiberias on the shore of the Sea of Galilee

DAY 4: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2026 – CAESAREA PHILIPPI / CAPERNAUM / TABGHA & PETER’S PRIMACY / BOAT RIDE ON THE SEA OF GALILEE/ YARDENIT (BAPTISM SITE)

Travel north this morning into the Golan Heights to ancient Biblical site before returning to the Sea of Galilee. 

• Caesarea Philippi (Banias)

  • Location where Jesus asked His disciples, “Who do men say that I am?” (Mark 8: 27-30)

  • Opportunity for reflection on the profound question posed by Jesus to his followers

  • Historical significance as a center of pagan worship during biblical times

• Capernaum

• Tabgha & Peter’s Primacy:

  • Located on the shores of the Sea of Galilee

  • Best known for the appearance of Jesus to his disciples after his resurrection (John 21:1-14)

  • Site where Jesus commands Peter to “feed and tend” His flock, symbolizing his role as a leader in the early Christian community

  • Place of remembrance of Christ’s feeding of loaves and fishes

• Ginosar/Gennesaret

  • Board a replica “Jesus Boat”- a fishing boat of the type used by the disciples of Jesus for a ride on the Sea of Galilee

  • Boat Museum of fishing boat from time of Jesus discovered in 1986

• Yardenit for baptism

• Participants will have the opportunity to experience baptism in the Jordan River.  (White robes must be worn over clothing or swimsuits for baptisms.  Robe and towel are rented on site for a minimal fee)

Dinner and overnight in Tiberias.

DAY 5: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2026 – MT. OF BEATITUDES / MT. ARBEL / JERUSALEM

Before departing the Sea of Galilee, we visit two sites offering extraordinary views of the area of Jesus’s life and teachings.   We then travel southward along the banks of the Jordan River up to Jerusalem.

• Mt. of Beatitudes

  • Time for spiritual reflection and meditation on Jesus’ teachings from the Sermon on the Mount (Matt. 5: 1-15)

• Mt. Arbel

  • Take a short hike to enjoy the incredible panoramic view of the Sea of Galilee

• Jerusalem  

• Ascend to the magnificent “City of Gold,” one of the most ancient and culturally significant cities in the world. 

Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem. 

DAY 6: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2026 – MT. OF OLIVES / PALM SUNDAY ROAD / GARDEN OF GETHSEMANE / CHURCH OF THE HOLY SEPULCHER / BETHLEHEM / GARDEN TOMB

We begin our day on the beautiful Mt. of Olives to behold the breathtaking panorama of the Holy City. 

• Palm Sunday Road and Garden of Gethsemane

  • Descend along the Palm Sunday Road to the serene Garden of Gethsemane, where ancient olive trees whisper tales of the past.

  • Visit the Church of All Nations, believed to be where Jesus prayed on the night of His betrayal (Matt. 26:36, John 18:1).

• Zion Gate and Pools of Bethesda

  • Enter the Old City of Jerusalem through the Zion Gate, proceeding to the historic Pools of Bethesda, where Jesus healed a cripple.

  • Explore St. Anne’s Crusader Church, renowned for its magnificent acoustics, before continuing our pilgrimage.

• The Pavement and Via Dolorosa

  • Visit the Pavement, where Jesus stood while being tried by Pilate, immersing ourselves in the profound history of the site.

  • Follow the Via Dolorosa, retracing the steps of Jesus, culminating in a visit to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher.

• Bethlehem 

  • Travel to Bethlehem to visit the revered Church of the Nativity, marking the sacred birthplace of Jesus

• Garden Tomb

  • Sacred sites for reflection, worship, and communion.

  • Take time for quiet contemplation amidst the serene surroundings, connecting deeply with the spiritual significance of these hallowed places.

DAY 7: SUNDAY, MARCH 1, 2026 – CITY OF DAVID AND HEZEKAIH’S TUNNEL / SOUTHERN STEPS OF THE TEMPLE MOUNT / WESTERN WALL

Continue to revel in the sights, sounds, tastes, and smells of the Holy City today. 

• City of David:

  • Begin the day with a visit to the City of David, where excellent archaeological remains from David’s period and the Kings of Judah era await exploration (2 Samuel 5:8-10).

• Hezekiah’s Tunnel and Pool of Siloam:

  • Embark on a fun and enlightening walk-through Hezekiah’s Tunnel, a 2,700-year-old water tunnel ingeniously constructed during the reign of King Hezekiah (2 Chron. 32:30).

  • Experience the wonder of early engineering as we traverse the tunnel, potentially getting wet along the way, and emerge at the historic Pool of Siloam, where Jesus healed the blind man (John 9:1-12).  Note: Bring a flashlight and water shoes for the tunnel exploration should you choose to walk the “wet” tunnel.

• Western Wall

  • Approach the Western Wall, a sacred site where Jews gather for prayer and reflection, with the opportunity to tour the Western Wall Tunnel.

  • Contemplate the significance of the Temple area, once purchased by King David (2 Samuel 24:18-25), now adorned by the golden Dome of the Rock and the El-Aksa Mosque.

• Southern Steps:

  • Conclude our journey with a visit to the Southern Steps, where Jesus once walked as He entered the Temple area, connecting deeply with the footsteps of the past.

DAY 8: MONDAY, MARCH 2, 2026 – DEAD SEA / MASADA / EIN GEDI / QUMRAN

Journeying through the desert by the Dead Sea offers captivating sights of arid landscapes, date palm groves, salt formations, and rugged mountains. Experience the stunning vistas of the desert and Dead Sea from Masada.  Hike into the beautiful desert oasis of Ein Gedi, the rocky refuge where David penned the Psalms and hid from King Saul among the lovely waterfalls

• Ein Gedi

  • Explore the serene beauty of Ein Gedi, an oasis nestled in the desert landscape.

  • Connect with the biblical narrative as you explore the area where David sought refuge from King Saul, as recounted in 1 Samuel 24:1-7.

• Masada Fortress

  • The formidable fortress constructed by King Herod and renowned as the site of the last Jewish resistance against the Romans in 73 AD.

  • Ascend Masada by cable car, granting us panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

  • Survey the extensive ruins of Masada, including fortifications, waterworks, a synagogue, temples, and palaces, offering insights into ancient Jewish life and history.

• Qumran

• Enjoy a brief yet enriching stop at Qumran, where the ancient Dead Sea scrolls were authored over 2000 years ago and discovered in 1947, shedding light on ancient Jewish life and thought.

• Float in Dead Sea

• (Please be sure to bring swimsuit, towel {from the hotel} and water shoes as the bottom surface can be rough)

DAY 9: TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2026 – CHECK OUT OF THE HOTEL / TEL AVIV AIRPORT

Check out of the hotel and transfer to the Tel Aviv Airport for return flight to the USA. Please plan your flight schedule so that your hotel check out is by 11 AM.  

At Registration
• All Passengers
• $500 Per Person (Non-refundable)

Final Payment Due Date
• All Passengers
• TBD

Main Tour

• Based on Per Person and Double Occupancy

• The posted tour price is based on a minimum of 35 full paying passengers.

$2,830 PP — LAND ONLY

Tour Price Includes

• 4 and 4 (+) Star hotel accommodations. 

• Travel Insurance for Pastor Turner and spouse

• Meeting at the Ben Gurion Airport on arrival and departure

• Ground transfer from Ben Gurion Airport to the group hotel in Tel Aviv 

• Ground transfer from the Jerusalem Hotel to the Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv at the conclusion of the tour

• All transfers on sightseeing days

• Gratuity for driver, guide, hotel staff, Garden Tomb, and The Garden of Gethsemane

• Luxury air-conditioned motor coach

• Entrance fees for sites indicated in the Itinerary

• Daily buffet breakfast and dinner in hotels as indicated in the itinerary

• 6 lunches and gratuity for lunches as indicated in the tour itinerary

• Porterage at hotels

• Headset for each traveler

Tour Price Does Not Include

• Domestic or International airfare 

• Any additional cost imposed by our suppliers or Government VAT tax increase

• Fuel Surcharge imposed by the airlines

• Hotel cost for any traveler arriving prior to FEBRUARY 24, 2026

• Hotel cost for any traveler staying after 11:00 AM on MARCH 3, 2026

• Optional Travel Protection Insurance for the main tour attendees 

• Optional Sites not included in itinerary that have entrance fees. • All beverages including alcoholic beverages

• Personal incidentals charged to hotel room

• Bottled water on board the motor coach

• Items of personal nature

• Single Supplement Fee of $895 per person for those requesting to room alone or if a roommate cannot be assigned by FAITH BASED EXPEDITIONS

Required Deposit

$500 Non-refundable deposit per person due upon registration 

Trawick International
Travel Protection Insurance Price Chart
$1 – $1,000 → $88.44
$1,001 – $2,000 → $139.00
$2,001 – $3,000 → $211.14
$3,001 – $4,000 → $280.40
$4,001 – $5,000 → $377.67
$5,001 – $6,000 → $424.91
$6,001 – $7,000 → $527.54
$7,001 – $8,000 → $611.21
$8,001 – $9,000 → $724.68
$9,001 – $10,000 → $895.64

The below cancellation penalties and refund policy will apply for all travelers who choose not to abide by a country’s official travel restrictions.

• Non-refundable Third-party supplier penalties include but not limited to – 

  • Credit / Debit Card Processing Fee

  • Land Suppliers

  • Cruise Ship supplier

• Non-refundable Cruise Deposit from 119 days prior to the tour departure date

  • Group Air supplier

  • Etc. 

• Any individual canceling between the date of registration and the Final Payment Due Date (Final Payment Due Date is 100 days prior to the tour departure date) will be penalized a Non-refundable, Non-transferrable $500 per person deposit and plus any non-refundable third-party supplier cost/s

• Any individual canceling between 99 – 85 days prior to the scheduled departure date we will be penalized the entire tour deposit plus 10% of the total tour cost and any nonrefundable payments to any third-party supplier.

• Any individual canceling between 84- 55 days prior to the scheduled departure date we will be penalized 50% of the total tour cost plus any nonrefundable payments to any third-party supplier.

• Any individual canceling between 54 – 45 days prior to the scheduled departure date will be penalized 80 % of the total tour cost plus any nonrefundable payments to any third-party supplier.

• Any individual canceling between 44 – 0 days prior to the scheduled departure date will be penalized 100 % of the total tour cost.

• Any individual canceling less than 60 days prior to the tour departure date and causes their assigned roommate to room alone and if there is no one to be assigned as the person’s roommate, then the person canceling will be responsible to pay the Single Supplement fee.

• If a roommate is subsequently found for the remaining roommate, then the Single Supplement fee will be refunded to the canceling individual. 

• Allow up to 8 weeks for any refund to be issued.

A cancellation by any individual tour registrant (or if a tour leader cancels an entire tour for any reason), the following penalties will apply.