Sept 17

Newark - Tel Aviv

We depart Newark for our overnight flight to Tel Aviv dinner and breakfast served on board.

Sept 18

Tel Aviv - Mediterranean Coast

Arrive Tel Aviv airport, meeting with our English-speaking Tour Escort and transfer to the hotel for accommodation. Dinner and overnight in hotel. (D)

Sept 19

Galilee:  Caesarea, Mt Carmel, Stella Maris, Cana, Nazareth, Basilica of the Annunciation

After breakfast. we travel via the coast to Caesarea, where the Romans held Paul prisoner. Visit the Roman and Crusader ruins. Drive through the Carmel Mountains heading for the Galilee. In Haifa, visit Stella Maris, a Carmelite Monastery with the Madonna of Mt Carmel. Continue to Mukhraka where Elijah confronted the false prophets of Baal and where the Carmelite Order was started. Drive to Cana, the village of Jesus' first miracle of changing water into wine; here couples may renew their wedding vows. Continue to the Basilica of Annunciation in Nazareth where we will celebrate Mass and visit Mary's Well and the Church of the Angel Gabriel. Dinner and overnight (B,D)

Sept 20

The Ministry of Christ in the Galilee: Tiberias, Boat ride on Sea of Galilee, Capernaum,

Mt. Beatitudes, Caesarea Philippi

After breakfast we begin our day as we sail across the Sea of Galilee to Capernaum to see the synagogue and St Peter's house, a visit to the Mount of the Beatitudes where the Sermon on the Mount was given, to Tabgha to see the splendid mosaic about the miracle of the loaves and fishes, and to the nearby Church of Peter's Primacy where Peter was told " Feed my lambs, feed my sheep. Holy Mass near the shores of the Sea of Galilee at the Primacy or Mt Beatitudes. In the afternoon we visit Caesarea Philippi, location of the testimony of St. Peter and where Jesus answered him “You are the Rock and upon this rock I will build my Church. ”Dinner and overnight (B, D)

Sept 21

Jordan River & Mt Tabor

After breakfast. We start the day by going remembering our Baptism at the Jordan River.  Continue to Mount Tabor, scene of the Transfiguration, where we will have Mass. Drive down the Jordan Valley and head towards Jerusalem.  Dinner and overnight (B,D)

Sept 22

Jerusalem and Bethlehem: Church of Visitation, Shepherd’s Fields, Church of the Nativity

After breakfast we  head to the village of Ein Karem, the birthplace of St John the Baptist and to the Church of Visitation where the Blessed Virgin Mary visited her cousin, Elizabeth. In the afternoon we drive to the Shepherd's Fields where the angels announced the birth of Jesus. Then we visit the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem that stands upon the site where Jesus was born.  Mass in Bethlehem or the Shepherds Fields.  Dinner and overnight (B,D).

Sept 23

Jerusalem, The Passion of Jesus' Last Hours: Mt Olives, Palm Sunday, Dominus Flevit, Gethsemane, Cave of Betrayal, Cave of Assumption, Pater Noster

After breakfast. we begin our day with a visit to the Mt. of Olives to walk the Palm Sunday route stopping at Dominus Flevit, where Jesus wept over Jerusalem.  Then to Gethsemane, the Rock of Agony where Jesus prayed His last prayer before his arrest. Visit the cave of betrayal then the cave of Assumption of Mary to heaven.  Back on the Mt of Olives we visit the Pater Noster with the Lords Prayer in many languages, and the Ascension from where ascended to Heaven.  Dinner and overnight (B,D).

Sept 24

The Way of the Cross:  Via della Rosa, St Anne’s Church, Ecce Homo, Church of the Holy Sepulcher, Wailing Wall, Upper Room, Dormition

Early in the morning we retrace the last steps of Jesus. As we walk along the Via Dolorosa (Way of Sorrow), through the markets of the Old City praying the Stations of the Cross, we reflect on the greatness of His sacrifice. Finally we arrive at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre for Mass.  After breakfast at our hotel we return to the Old City of Jerusalem to visit St. Anne’s Church, the home of the Virgin Mary and her parents Saints Joachim and Anne. We pass the Ecce Homo where Pilate proclaimed “Behold the man”; then the Wailing Wall, the most holy place for Jews.  Nearby is the Dome of the Rock and the Haram al Sharif or Temple Mount.  We exit at Mt Zion. At the Cenacle we visit the Upper Room of the Last Supper. Next we go to Dormition Abbey where we believe the Blessed Mary died. We end the day at St. Peter in Gallicantu where Peter denied Him thrice.  Dinner and overnight (B,D) 

Sept 25

The Wilderness: Bethany, Jericho, Mt Temptation, Dead Sea

After breakfast. We begin our day with a visit to Bethany where Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead. The desert east of Jerusalem is rich in Christian tradition. Further east, just off the Roman road that Jesus 'walked', is Wadi Qelt gorge, site of the Monastery of St George. At the oasis town of Jericho, visit the excavations of the oldest city in the world and view Mt. Temptation where Jesus fasted and was tempted by Satan. On the way back there is time for a swim (or rather a float!) in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea, renowned for its healing properties. In the afternoon, there will be time for you to revisit some of your favorite sites and time for last minute buying of gifts for your loved ones.  Dinner and overnight. (B,D)

Sept 26

Tel Aviv - Munich

After breakfast. We depart Holy Land for our flight  to Munich .On arrival we will tour Munich, a city which dates back to the 9th century when as a village it was established by monks. We will visit with a local guide the twin towered Cathedral of Our Lady Frauen Kirche, Munich's famous landmark. We will also Visit the beautiful Old Town with Marienplatz and the famous Glockenspiel, and City hall. Dinner and overnight (B,D)

Sept 27

MUNICH / OBERAMMERGAU (90 kms)

After breakfast.. We proceed to Oberammergau for lunch and the world-famous Passion Play, which starts at 2:30 p.m, a break for dinner. In the evening continuation of the Passion Play until 10:30 p.m. Overnight in Oberammergau, dinner in hotel. (B, L, D)

Sept 28

OBERAMMERGAU

After breakfast. The history of the Passion Play at Oberammergau goes back to 1634, when the village of Oberammergau was miraculously saved from the ravages of the Black Death. Since that date, the play has been performed every ten years on the decade. The day is set aside for the event. This unique occasion is literally a "once-in-a-lifetime" event. This morning is at leisure. After lunch (included in the package), we will attend the Passion Play. Dinner during the play interval. Overnight in hotel. (B,L,D)

Sept 29

OBERAMMERGAU / MUNICH 

After breakfast. Departure to Munich for our flight back home. (B)

Not Included

-      Airport taxes, Taxes are approximately USD $380.00 to $480.00 per person, subject to change.

-      Insurance

-      Tip to the driver and guide of $8.00 per day.