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Holy Land Classic Pilgrimage

January 19 - 28, 2027

Hosted by Pastor Cory Gieselman

Starting at $4,046*

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Walk Where Jesus Walked

Sea of Galilee

Worship as you sail across the same waters where Jesus calmed the storm and called His disciples.

Bethlehem

Visit the cave revered as Jesus' birthplace and the Church of the Nativity built over the site.

Nazareth

Explore Jesus' boyhood home and see the Franciscan Wedding Chapel in Cana.

Qumran & Dead Sea

Visit where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered and float in the mineral-rich waters.

Your 10-Day Journey

Day 1-2

Departure & Arrival in the Holy Land

Depart the USA on an overnight flight. Arrive in Tel Aviv, transfer to your hotel, and rest for the adventure ahead.

Day 3

The Galilee

Sail across the Sea of Galilee, visit Capernaum, the Mount of Beatitudes, Tabgha, Magdala, and the Jordan River.

Day 4

Cana, Nazareth, Tel Megiddo & Caesarea

Visit Jesus’ first miracle site in Cana, His boyhood home in Nazareth, and the archaeological wonder of Megiddo.

Day 5

Beit She'an, Jericho & Qumran


Explore Roman ruins, view ancient Jericho, and see where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered.

Day 6

Bethlehem & Jerusalem

Visit the Church of the Nativity, gaze over Shepherds’ Field, and explore Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial.

Day 7

Jerusalem & the Old City

Mount of Olives, Garden of Gethsemane, Upper Room, City of David, and Hezekiah’s Tunnel.

Day 8

Leisure Day

Free time to explore, or optional visit to Masada and the Dead Sea (additional charge).

Day 9

Jerusalem

Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and Garden Tomb with communion.

Day 10

Return Home or Extend Your Journey

Depart for home with memories to last a lifetime, or continue with an optional extension.

What's Included

Round-trip International Airfare

Professional Guided Tours

Galilee Boat Ride

Fuel Surcharges & Taxes

First-Class Hotels

Breakfast & Dinner Daily

Hotel Gratuities

Museum of the Bible Membership

Deluxe A/C Motorcoaches

All Entrance Fees

Airport Transfers

Program & Admin Fees

Extend Your Journey

Jerusalem Extended Stay

from $ 648*
  • January 28 - 31, 2027
  • Extra nights for personal reflection and exploration

Begin Your Pilgrimage

Walk in the footsteps of Jesus and deepen your faith in the Holy Land

*A 3.5% surcharge will be added to all credit card transactions.
Prices based on double occupancy from Indianapolis & Louisville.

Noel United Methodist Church | Santa Claus, IN

“Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World”

Tour operated by Educational Opportunities Tours | www.eo.travel

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