Your Aliyah (pilgrimage) begins as you depart from BNA (Nashville) on an overnight flight to the Eretz Yisrael (Land of Israel). As it is written: “For Adonai your God is bringing you into a good land… a land flowing with milk and honey” (Deuteronomy 8:7–8, TLV).

Arrive in Tel Aviv, where you will be welcomed by our representative. Transfer to your hotel in Netanya, nestled along the Mediterranean coast. Enjoy dinner and a restful evening as you prepare your heart for the journey ahead. “I was glad when they said to me, ‘Let us go to the house of Adonai!’” (Psalm 122:1). Overnight in Netanya.

Encounter the story of the rebirth of Israel with a visit to Independence Hall, where the State of Israel was declared in 1948. Explore ANU – The Museum of the Jewish People at Tel Aviv University, then enjoy lunch at the lively Sarona Marketplace (self-pay). Walk through the streets of Neve Tzedek, the charming neighborhood that birthed modern Tel Aviv, and take in the sights and sounds of the Carmel Market. Conclude the day in ancient Jaffa (Yafo), the port city where Jonah fled from the call of Adonai (Jonah 1:3) and where Kefa (Simon Peter) saw his vision of the sheet from heaven (Acts 10). You may get the opportunity to play pickleball, too! Overnight in Netanya/Tel Aviv area.

Walk among the ruins of Caesarea Maritima, where Shaul (Paul) was imprisoned before being sent to Rome (Acts 23:33–35). Ascend Mount Carmel, where Eliyahu (Elijah) called down fire from heaven against the prophets of Baal (1 Kings 18). Stand on Tel Megiddo, overlooking the Jezreel Valley, future site of the final battle (Revelation 16:16). Conclude at Nazareth Village, a living reconstruction of first-century life that brings the boyhood home of Yeshua (Jesus) into vivid reality (Matthew 2:23). Dinner and overnight in the Galilee.

Pass through the Valley of the Doves beneath Mount Arbel (Isaiah 9:1–2), a path Yeshua Himself would have walked. At Magdala, the hometown of Miriam of Magdala, see a first-century synagogue. Sail the waters of the Sea of Galilee, where Yeshua calmed the storm (Mark 4:39). At Kibbutz Nof Ginosar, view the “ancient boat” from the first century. Visit Capernaum, where Yeshua taught and healed (Matthew 4:13, 23). Stand on the Mount of Beatitudes to read Yeshua’s drash (sermon) on the mountain (Matthew 5–7). Finally, visit Tabgha, the traditional site of the feeding of the 5,000 (Luke 9:10–17). Dinner and overnight in the Galilee.

Explore the ancient remains at Tel Dan, where Jeroboam set up a golden calf (1 Kings 12:28–30) and where the “House of David” inscription was uncovered. Continue to Caesarea Philippi, where Kefa declared, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God” (Matthew 16:16). Drive along the Golan Heights, with breathtaking views across Israel’s borders. End the day with a time of renewal at the Jordan River, recalling Yeshua’s immersion by Yochanan (John the Baptist) (Matthew 3:13–17). Return to Galilee for dinner and overnight. In the evening, welcome Shabbat in style with a special kiddush — sharing wine, challah bread, and joyful song, entering into the rest of Adonai. “Then God blessed the seventh
day and sanctified it…” (Genesis 2:3, TLV).

Begin the day at Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered in 1947, giving powerful witness to the preservation of Scripture. “The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God stands forever” (Isaiah 40:8). Continue to the desert oasis of Ein Gedi, where David hid from King Saul (1 Samuel 24). Ascend by cable car to Masada, Herod’s desert fortress and the last stand of the Jewish Zealots against Rome. Check into your hotel at the Dead Sea for a peaceful evening of floating and renewal. “He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside still waters” (Psalm 23:2). Dinner and overnight at the Dead Sea
(late check-in required due to Shabbat).

Depart the Dead Sea and travel to southern Israel to visit the Gaza Strip Envelope, beginning with Kibbutz Be’eri, one of the communities hardest hit during the October 7, 2023, massacre. Continue to the Nova Festival Memorial Site near Re’im, where over 370 lives were lost in the deadliest civilian massacre in Israeli history. Pause to honor the victims and reflect on the resilience of Israel’s communities. Journey north to the Valley of Elah, where David triumphed over Goliath (1 Samuel 17), a place of divine intervention and courage. Conclude the day by ascending to Jerusalem, checking into your hotel, and enjoying dinner.
Overnight in Jerusalem.

Begin at Yad Vashem, Israel’s Holocaust Memorial, honoring the lives lost and the testimony of survival (Ezekiel 37:11–14). Continue to the Israel Museum, where the Shrine of the Book houses the Great Isaiah Scroll and the Model of Second Temple Jerusalem, bringing ancient Jerusalem to life. Experience the vibrant sights and sounds of Mahane Yehuda Market, a symbol of Jerusalem’s living heartbeat. Visit the Friends of Zion Museum, celebrating the impact of Christian Zionists in Israel’s story. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.

Stand on the Mount of Olives, where Yeshua ascended to the Father (Acts 1:9–12). Pray in the Garden of Gethsemane among ancient olive trees (Matthew 26:36–39). Walk down to Mount Zion to see the traditional site of the Upper Room (Mark 14:12–26). Explore the City of David, including Hezekiah’s Tunnel (2 Kings 20:20) and the Pool of Siloam (John 9). Conclude the day at the Southern Teaching Steps and pray at the Kotel (Western Wall), places where Yeshua taught and where pilgrims still pray. “My house will be called a house of prayer for all nations” (Isaiah 56:7). End your journey with worship and communion at the Garden Tomb, remembering the power of the Resurrection (John 20:11–18). “He is not here, for He is risen!” (Matthew 28:6). Dinner
and overnight in Jerusalem.

Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the USA, carrying home memories of an Aliyah in the footsteps of Yeshua in the Eretz Yisrael. “You will go out with joy and be led forth with peace” (Isaiah 55:12).