Israel · October 19 to 28, 2027
Following the Way of Jesus Discipleship Tour with Dr. Jim Mindling
with Dr. Jim & Andrea Mindling
Ten days in Israel with Dr. Jim and Andrea Mindling, from Caesarea, Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee to Qumran, the Dead Sea and Jerusalem.
- From
- $5,995 per person, double room
- Duration
- 10 days October 19 to 28, 2027
- Hotels
- 3 hotels Tel Aviv, Sea of Galilee and Jerusalem
- Hosted by
- Dr. Jim & Andrea Mindling Bible Teacher & Tour Hosts
- Departs in
- days October 19, 2027
Your host
Group leaders
Dr. Jim & Andrea Mindling
Bible Teacher & Tour Hosts
Israel, October 19 to 28, 2027
10 days, day by day. Meals and the hotel for each night are listed at the end of each day.
Begins in Tel Aviv, ends in Jerusalem
Tel Aviv, Caesarea Maritima, Nazareth, the Sea of Galilee (Magdala, Mount Arbel, Capernaum, Chorazin, Bethsaida, Kursi and Hippos), Yardenit, Beit Shean, Qumran and the Dead Sea, and Jerusalem.
One night in Tel Aviv, three on the Sea of Galilee and three in Jerusalem, plus a fourth in Jerusalem if the flight home departs after 2am on October 28.
- Day01
Tuesday, October 19
Depart the U.S.
The day has arrived! We check in for our flight and begin our overnight journey to Israel.
Meals in flight. Overnight in flight.
- Day02
Wednesday, October 20
Arrive in Tel Aviv
We arrive in Israel at Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport. We meet our guide and board our coach bus which will bring us to our hotel.
Dinner included. Overnight Tel Aviv. Dan Panorama Hotel (executive rooms) or similar.
- Day03
Thursday, October 21
Caesarea Maritima, Nazareth Village, Kare Deshe, Magdala
This morning after breakfast we travel north to Caesarea Maritima (entrance included), where Acts 10 tells us that Peter preached the Gospel to Cornelius and those assembled at his house. We continue to Nazareth Village (entrance included), a re-creation of Nazareth during biblical times. We then make our way to the shores of the Sea of Galilee, stopping at Kare Deshe (Green Beach) and Magdala (entrance included), the hometown of Mary Magdalene and the site of a First Century synagogue.
Breakfast and dinner included. Overnight Sea of Galilee area. Magdala Hotel or similar.
- Day04
Friday, October 22
Mount Arbel, Mount of Beatitudes, Capernaum, Church of the Multiplication, Boat Museum and Boat Ride
After breakfast we visit Mount Arbel, followed by the Mount of Beatitudes, a potential site for Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. We visit Capernaum (entrance included), where we see the remains of the village, including the home of Peter, and the Church of the Multiplication. We continue to the Ancient Boat Museum at Ginnosar (entrance included), then board our boat for a ride across the Sea of Galilee.
Breakfast and dinner included. Overnight Sea of Galilee area. Magdala Hotel or similar.
- Day05
Saturday, October 23
Chorazin, Kursi/Hippos, Bethsaida, Jesus Trail, Yardenit
Today we visit Chorazin (entrance included), one of the towns rebuked by Jesus for failing to repent. We continue to Kursi and Hippos (entrances included), cities of the Decapolis, and then visit Bethsaida, traditionally associated with several of Jesus’ disciples. We walk a portion of the Jesus Trail and conclude the day at Yardenit on the Jordan River, where there will be an opportunity to be baptized.
Breakfast and dinner included. Overnight Sea of Galilee area. Magdala Hotel or similar.
- Day06
Sunday, October 24
Mensa Christi, Beit Shean, Judean Wilderness, Qumran, Dead Sea
This morning we visit Mensa Christi at Tabgha, the traditional site of Peter’s Primacy. We then travel south to Beit Shean (entrance included), known in Roman times as Scythopolis and associated with the biblical account of King Saul. We continue through the Judean Wilderness to Qumran (entrance included), where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered, and enjoy time to float in the Dead Sea.
Breakfast and dinner included. Overnight Jerusalem. Cassia Hotel or similar.
- Day07
Monday, October 25
Pater Noster, Mount of Olives, Palm Sunday Road, City of David, Davidson Center
Today we begin at the Pater Noster Church (entrance included) and take in the view of Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives. We walk the Palm Sunday Road, stopping at Dominus Flevit, where Jesus wept over the city. At the City of David (entrance included), we see Hezekiah’s Tunnel, the Pool of Siloam, and the Pilgrimage Road. We also visit the Davidson Center and the Southern Steps.
Breakfast and dinner included. Overnight Jerusalem. Cassia Hotel or similar.
- Day08
Tuesday, October 26
Western Wall, Temple Mount, Western Wall Tunnels, Temple Institute, Jewish Quarter, Israel Museum
After breakfast we visit the Western Wall and ascend the Temple Mount, pending availability. We experience the Western Wall Tunnels (entrance included) and visit the Temple Institute (entrance included). We continue through the Cardo and Jewish Quarter before visiting the Israel Museum (entrance included).
Breakfast and dinner included. Overnight Jerusalem. Cassia Hotel or similar.
- Day09
Wednesday, October 27
Garden of Gethsemane, Via Dolorosa, Holy Sepulcher, Garden Tomb
Today we visit the Garden of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations. We continue to St. Peter’s in Gallicantu (entrance included) and the Judgment Hall of Pilate (entrance included). We walk the Via Dolorosa, visit the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, and reflect at Golgotha and the Garden Tomb. We also visit Mount Zion and the Upper Room. This evening we share a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. Your flight home may depart late tonight or tomorrow.
Breakfast and dinner included. If the flight home departs after 2am on October 28, overnight Jerusalem. Cassia Hotel or similar.
- Day10
Thursday, October 28
Return home
Your flight home may depart the previous night or today. If today and time allow, breakfast is included today. Either way, later today we will arrive back home.
Breakfast included if the flight departs today and time allows.
What is included
- Economy-class group airfareOne checked bag and one carry-on bag on all flights
- 4-star hotel accommodations
- Ground transportation in private air-conditioned motorcoach
- Breakfast and dinner served daily as per itineraryIncluding one farewell dinner
- Christian Expedition tour director/licensed guide
- Entrance fees as per the itinerary
- Gratuities for hotel, restaurant staff, driver & guide
- All airport and hotel taxes
- Audio headsets when touring
- Name badge & luggage tag
- 9am to 5pm (EST) reservation support
- 24/7 travel emergency support
Not included
- Travel insuranceAvailable at registration (cost dependent on age)
- Personal expenses
- Card fees (3%)
- The cost of meeting any national entry requirementsIncluding but not limited to the cost of obtaining or renewing a passport and obtaining a visa or e-visa if required. Please note that by the time of this trip, travelers to Israel will be required to obtain an Israeli ETA and pay the associated cost of approximately $8. For more information visit: https://www.gov.il/en/departments/topics/eta-il/govil-landing-page
- Anything not mentioned as included
Your hotels
Subject to change.
Dan Panorama Hotel or similar
Tel Aviv, Israel. One night.
Cassia Hotel or similar
Jerusalem, Israel. Three nights (four if the flight home departs after 2am on October 28).
“If you are planning to go to Israel in the future, this is an awesome company to go with.”
“This group handled all of our requests expertly on our trip to Israel and treated us like they would like to be treated.”
Price per person
Payment schedule
Today
$450 due per person
$200 per person is non-refundable.
July 21, 2027
Remaining payment due
If you cancel less than 90 days before departure, the $450 deposit plus any charges imposed by our vendors is non-refundable. In the event of postponement, this still applies.
Protect your expedition
Your expedition is paid for long before you leave. After you reserve, your booking confirmation email has our Allianz Travel Insurance plans and a link to buy one directly. Classic is the plan we recommend for most travelers.
- Covers your trip cost. Classic reimburses 100% of the trip cost you insured if you cancel for a covered reason, and adds emergency medical care and baggage cover.
- Buy within 14 days of your initial deposit to keep Cancel Anytime and pre-existing condition cover. The plans stay available until departure.
- Buy it from your confirmation email. Prefer to add it by phone? Call us at (877) 234-3002.
Group flights
- Cleveland (CLE)Included
- I plan to book my own flights−$1,300
Can I book my own flights?
You are always welcome to arrange your own flights. Arranging airfare on your own gives you the ability to spend personally-earned airline miles for your ticket, handpick your seats, upgrade directly with the airline, or deviate from the group in other ways.
What is group airfare?
We work with airlines on booking group airfare from anticipated departure airports. This allows us to get the best rates to fly you and the rest of the group to and from your destination. Group air contracts do not allow deviations, date changes, or upgrades, and in some cases issuing tickets at individual rates may be necessary.
Select your preferred departure airport during registration. If you don’t see your preferred airport listed, please select “send me a flight quote”.
Can I apply TSA PreCheck or Global Entry?
If you have booked airfare through us and would like to apply your Known Traveler Number (for TSA PreCheck) and/or your CBP PASSID (for Global Entry), you may provide it to us during registration. Forgot your KTN? Retrieve it here: https://tsaenrollmentbyidemia.tsa.dhs.gov/ktn-lookup
Can I use frequent flyer miles or airline vouchers?
We cannot book your airfare using earned frequent flyer miles or airline vouchers. However, if the airfare we book for you coincides with an airline you are a member of, we are happy to apply your frequent flyer # to your booking for any mile accrual (if applicable).
Can I upgrade my flights and/or depart earlier/return later than the group?
Absolutely. If you would like to arrive earlier/depart later than the group and/or upgrade your airfare, please contact us at hello@christianexpedition.com
When will I receive my flight schedule?
The group’s flight schedule will be provided to you digitally and in the mail about 30 days before the trip.
Questions travelers ask
- How much walking is there?Expect about 2 to 3 miles of walking on a typical touring day, much of it on uneven stone paths and steps, especially in Jerusalem’s Old City and on the walk down the Palm Sunday Road, plus a short stretch of the Jesus Trail in Galilee. Arrival, flight and departure days have very little walking, and we travel between cities by motor coach.
- Traveling alone?You can have a room to yourself, with a single supplement of $1,650, or share a room. If you would like to share, we will do our best to match you with a traveler of the same gender and a similar age. If no match is found, the single supplement applies.
- What will I spend beyond the price?Lunches, travel insurance if you choose it, the Israeli ETA travel authorization (about $8), a 3% fee if you pay for the trip by card, and your own shopping. A typical lunch costs about $15 to $20. Tips are already included on this trip. We recommend paying for most things by credit card: cards are accepted almost everywhere you will go, and credit card purchases usually come with protection that cash does not. We suggest bringing a couple hundred U.S. dollars in cash for emergencies and small purchases. When a card machine or ATM asks whether to pay in dollars or in the local currency (shekels in Israel), choose the local currency; it is almost always cheaper.
- What if I need to cancel?Cancel in writing. Up to July 21, 2027 (90 days before departure), everything you have paid is returned except $200. After that date, the $450 deposit and any costs we cannot recover are kept. Travel insurance may cover a cancellation, depending on the reason.
- Who is going?This expedition is led by Dr. Jim and Andrea Mindling.
More answers in our Traveler Support Center, or call us at (877) 234-3002.
Reserve your place
Following the Way of Jesus Discipleship Tour with Dr. Jim & Andrea Mindling, October 19 to 28, 2027. Reserve today with a deposit, or call us at (877) 234-3002 with any questions.