Your pilgrimage begins as you depart the USA on an overnight flight to Israel. This journey will immerse you in the landscapes, history, and Scriptures of the Holy Land and Jordan, as you walk where Jesus and the patriarchs once walked.

Upon arrival at Ben Gurion Airport, you will be met and transferred to Jerusalem. Your first stop is Mount Zion, traditionally recognized as the site of the Upper Room where Jesus celebrated the Last Supper with His disciples (Luke 22:7– 20). If accessible, you may visit the Cenacle, where these events are usually commemorated. Dinner and overnight are at the Olive Tree Hotel – Jerusalem. 

Begin the day with communion at the Garden Tomb / Gordon’s Calvary, reflecting on the crucifixion of Jesus (John 19:17–30). In the late morning, visit Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial, where the sobering history underscores human suffering and the cost of sin, providing a modern context for the need for the atoning sacrifice of Jesus. In the afternoon, follow the Via Dolorosa, walking the traditional path of the cross (Matthew 27:32–56), meditate in the Garden of Gethsemane (Matthew 26:36–46), where Jesus prayed before His arrest, and conclude at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, believed to be the site of His crucifixion and burial (Luke 23:50–56). Dinner and overnight are at the Olive Tree Hotel. 

Travel into the Judean wilderness to visit Masada, the mountain fortress where Jewish rebels held out against the Romans (Joshua 1:1–9). Hike in Ein Gedi, the oasis where David hid from King Saul (1 Samuel 24:1–11), and reflect on God’s protection in the wilderness. Explore Qumran, the site where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered, giving insight into the Jewish world of Jesus’ time. Experience the Dead Sea, floating in its buoyant waters, and enjoy optional camel rides in the surrounding desert. Dinner and overnight are at the Olive Tree Hotel.

Celebrate Easter Sunday with a sunrise service at the Garden Tomb (Matthew 28:1–10), rejoicing in the resurrection of Jesus. A celebratory lunch at City View Restaurant overlooks the Old City. In the afternoon, visit the Mount of Olives (Matthew 24:3), the City of David, including Hezekiah’s Tunnel (2 Kings 20:20), and the Pilgrim Road, the Davidson Archaeological Park – Southern Steps, the Western Wall, and the Jewish Quarter, reflecting on the history of Jerusalem from King David to Jesus’ time. Dinner and overnight are at the Olive Tree Hotel.

Travel to Herodium, the fortress of King Herod the Great (Matthew 2:1–18). Continue to the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem (Luke 2:1–20), marking the birthplace of Jesus, and visit Shepherds’ Field, where angels announced His birth. Explore a traditional olive wood workshop and observe crafts that have been made in the region for generations. Dinner and overnight are at the Olive Tree Hotel.

Travel along the Mediterranean coast, visiting Tel Aviv / Jaffa, where Peter raised Tabitha to life (Acts 9:36–43). Stop at Caesarea Maritima, a Roman port city and center of early Christian proclamation (Acts 10:1–48), and Mount Carmel, where the prophet Elijah confronted the prophets of Baal (1 Kings 18:19–40). In the afternoon, drive toward the Sea of Galilee. Dinner and overnight are at David’s Harp – Galilee. 

Begin the morning at Nazareth Village (Luke 1:26–38), a living-history experience that recreates Jesus’ hometown. In the afternoon, visit Capernaum, where Jesus taught in the synagogue (Matthew 4:13–17), the Mount of Beatitudes, site of the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5:1–12), Magdala, where Jesus healed Mary Magdalene (Luke 8:1–3), enjoy a fish lunch by the Sea of Galilee, and take a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee (Mark 4:35–41). Dinner and overnight are at David’s Harp.

After a morning reflection at Magdala, if desired, cross into Jordan at the Beit She’an Crossing. Visit Bethany beyond the Jordan, the baptismal site of Jesus (John 1:28–34), and continue to Mount Nebo, where Moses viewed the Promised Land (Deuteronomy 34:1–4). Dinner and overnight are in Amman, Jordan. 

Spend the day exploring the rock-carved city of Petra (2 Kings 14:7 for historical context in Edomite territory), marveling at its architecture and history. Return to Amman for dinner and overnight. 

Transfer to Amman Queen Alia Airport for flights back to the USA, bringing home memories of a transformative pilgrimage through the lands of the Bible, from Jerusalem and Galilee to Jordan.